Vintage Bazaar

Looking for something to do this weekend? This Saturday my favorite neighborhood coffee shop / store Friends & Neighbors is having a Vintage Bazaar featuring clothes by Atelier Thibault and others. Between the already excellently curated shop inside and all the vendors for the pop up you are sure to find something amazing.

Not into shopping? No prob, just grab the latest issue of Frankie or Monocle and hang out in the shade sipping your drink of choice. What's not to love?

More info about the event on Facebook.

EventsCreede FitchJuly 17, 2014East Austin, FashionComment

Nile Delta DJ Set

Have I mentioned yet how much I'm in love with Friends & Neighbors? No, well it's about time I did. This East Austin shop has a little bit of everything, from clothing (boys, girls and kids. Oh and lingerie) to coffee. They are my go to for some stump town beans, and a refreshing sangria or shrub on the porch. Look for a full write up on them in the future.

In the mean time get your calendar out and pencil in for a little back yard DJ set tomorrow. Before Nile Delta plays a show with Cut Copy at Stubbs, he'll be doing a free DJ set at Friends & Neighbors. It's the perfect opportunity to see just why I love the place so much. Make sure you come say hey to me too.

See you there!

EventsCreede FitchJune 20, 2014East Austin, MusicComment

Northern Grade

Conveniently timed over Fathers day weekend comes the grandaddy of all men's fashion pop ups, Northern Grade. Even if you haven't heard of any of the brands that will be there (and I seriously hope you have) you know it's going to be good based solely on the sponsor (Stag) and the food / drink lineup (Bulleit Bourbon neat anyone?). For two days only this international roving market of USA made goods and gear will be setting up shop at the Fair Market, 1100 East 5th Street. If there is a dad in your life, you pretty much can't go wrong picking up a little gift here. In case you don't believe me, I've conveniently linked to all the goodness below. Start clicking, and see you this weekend.

EventsCreede FitchJune 10, 2014Fashion, Menswear, Americana, 78701Comment

Lady Bird Board Walk opening

Living on the East Side I've spent a decent amount of mornings jogging along Lady Bird Lake. I've been anxiously watching for the last year or so as across the lake they have been slowly building a long network of boardwalks along the shore.

Finally the board walk is ready to be unveiled. Today is the grand opening and the first opportunity the public has to check it out.

Check out The Trail Foundation for more information about the Lady Bird Board Walk and the opening event.

EventsCreede FitchJune 7, 2014Lady Bird Lake, East RiversideComment

West Austin Studio Tour

While I tend to be full of east side pride, I admit that there is plenty of great talent lurking out there east of I35. Thankfully the team at Big Medium is putting on their third annual West Austin Studio Tour this and next weekend. If you haven't heard of West, the idea is similar to the East Austin Studio Tour, it is a free self guided tour featuring all sorts of amazing designers, artists and all around creative people. While the roster is fairly long and impressive, here are a few picks that I am looking forward to checking out.

EventsCreede FitchMay 9, 2014Furniture, Art, Studio TourComment

Mid Century Modern Homes Tour : Austin 1964

Next week is Preservation Austin's annual homes tour, and I'm super excited that this years theme is mid century modern homes in Austin. There is a surprisingly rich culture of mid century modern architecture in Austin, with some of the early local architects having studied under or worked with greats like Neutra, Saarinen and Gropius. The result was some very progressive mid century homes that were adapted to meet the climate and vernacular of Texas hill country. This year the tour will feature 5 homes, two of which were the personal homes of the architects that designed them.

EventsCreede FitchMarch 28, 2014MCM Homes, Highland Hills, BalconesComment

Map Jam 2014

Today is valentines day, a day to celebrate your love. Tomorrow on the other hand is Map Jam 2014, a day that Austin celebrates it's love, music. Music has long been the heart of this city, and KUTX has put together a great website that features many of the venues where you can hear live music in the city. Map Jam is the second annual attempt to highlight some of these venues and some killer bands.For times, locations and bands, check out http://kutx.org/mapjam

EventsCreede FitchFebruary 14, 2014East Austin, MusicComment

2014 Austin Modern Home Tour

The Austin Modern Home Tour may only be 6 years old, but it is quickly becoming the de facto premier modern home tour in Austin. This year's line up includes a diverse line up from remodels to new construction, and even a little mid century modern for good measure. Trying to get to all 13 homes in one day may be a bit ambitious, so taking a cue from my friends over at Citygram Magazine, I've gone through to pick the ones I'll be going to on Friday (you can see their picks here).

EventsCreede FitchJanuary 30, 2014Home Tour, East Austin, 78704Comment

Tribeza 2014 interiors tour

TRIBEZA INTERIORS TOUR
presented by Scott+Cooner

Saturday, January 25, 2014, 10am-4pm
A self-guided tour that showcases the unique design work of Austin-based designers

I'm looking forward to checking the handy work by some of Austin's best interior designs this Saturday. You can see the all star roster here. Tickets are $20 in advance, and $25 the day of. There will be a total of 8 fantastic homes to look at, as well as collection of businesses and other favorite spots to hit up along the way.

EventsCreede FitchJanuary 24, 2014Interior Design, Home TourComment

NYE - Kubla Khan

Looking for plans for New Years Eve? Look no further. THE place to be this year (as farr as I'm concerned) is Justine's. I love the place on a typical weekday night, but when they decide to throw a party, prepare to have your mind blown. In fact, I'll stop blabbing and let them tell you why you need to get tickets ASAP.

KUBLA KHAN
“Into the darkness they go, the wise and the lovely.”
― Edna St. Vincent Millay

New Year’s Eve 2014, at Justine’s. Ticket price is $175 and includes entry, Shanghai/Parisian street-food dinner, midnight champagne toast then free-flowing champagne till close, and many performances.....

EventsCreede FitchDecember 27, 2013East AustinComment

60 in Sixty 2013

The fine folks over at Fusebox are helping wrap up 2013 with the second annual 60-in-Sixty. If you haven't heard of 60-in-Sixty before, imagine this; 60 of the most creative artist each with only 60 seconds to entertain you. It can be everything from hysterical to moving to inspiring, but I guarantee that it wont be boring.

EventsCreede FitchDecember 13, 2013North Door, East AustinComment

Mid Century Mod tour in East Austin

This Saturday Oct 5th the good folks from Mid Tex Mod are putting on a little Mid Century Modern tour in East Austin. It will feature architecture by John S Chase who was the first African American architect in Texas.

The tour will kick off with a lecture at 1:30 at the Carver Museum and Cultural Center followed by a self guided tour at the David Chapel (1959) and the Phillips House (1964).

EventsCreede FitchOctober 1, 2013Home Tour, East AustinComment

Slow Food : Slow Roasted Pig

There are few things that I love more than a good modern house, but slow roasted pig may be one of those things. The Slow Food movement is close to my heart (my parents make cheese) and I've always loved their events. So when there is a pig roast, you better believe I'll be there.

EventsCreede FitchSeptember 11, 2013The Barr Mansion & Artisanal BallroomComment