Seattle - November 12, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Pretty is as pretty does.

SHOP
Ornate Plumage
What: Violet Magpie’s new limited-run holiday hair pieces from guest designer Tiffany Lowry, along with DJ Eli Anderson, drinks, and paintings by Counsel Langley.
Why: It’s the nom de plume.
When: Sat., 7-10:30 p.m.
Where: Gossamer Collective, 1406 18th Ave. (206-323-7199).

Goodwill Glitter Sale
What: Amazing deals on vintage and designer (Michael Kors, Oleg Cassini, Prada, plus others) fashions to benefit job training and education.
Why: All that glitters is sold.
When: Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Dearborn Goodwill, 1400 S. Lane St. (206-860-5711).

PARTY
Nest Seattle Launch Party
What: Wine, apps, and a silent auction for the St. Louis-based nonprofit that offers microloans to women artisans in developing countries repayable in arts or crafts.
Why: Goodies from Kimberly Baker, Revival Home & Garden, School of Visual Concepts, and more.
When: Fri., 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Design Within Reach, 1918 First Ave. (205-443-9900). Tickets online at buildanest.com.

SEE
Scrap
What: Jewelry, art, and furniture by local designers Grain, Iacoli & McAllister, Ladies & Gentlemen Studio, Laura Yeats, Urbancase, Free Time Industries, and Greg Bethel made from salvaged wood.
Why: They’re knotty by nature.
When: Thru Dec. 11. Opening reception, Fri., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Fancy, 1914 Second Ave. (206-956-2945).

Anna Wetzel’s Master
What: Haunting and graceful self-portraits of the Kansas City-born Seattle artist as an animal totem.
Why: Take a gawk on the wild side.
When: Thru Dec. 9. Opening reception, Sat., 7-9 p.m.
Where: 20Twenty, 5208 Ballard Ave. NW (206-706-0969).

Photo: Courtesy of Blush Photo

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