occasions! by design http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com a contemporary art, jewelry, and dinnerware gallery in old town scottsdale Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:27:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Occasions! Welcomes back Susan Klebanoff, Feb. 23, 7-9pm http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/occasions-welcomes-back-susan-klebanoff-feb-23-7-9pm/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/occasions-welcomes-back-susan-klebanoff-feb-23-7-9pm/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:26:39 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1107

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/occasions-welcomes-back-susan-klebanoff-feb-23-7-9pm/feed/ 0 Create a Gift Wishlist at Occasions! http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/create-a-gift-wish-list-at-occasions/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/create-a-gift-wish-list-at-occasions/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:48:12 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1100 Having a birthday, housewarming, anniversary or upcoming nuptial? Or maybe you just feel like being pampered. By creating a wishlist, either on our website or in-store, you can help your friends and loved ones who are in the gifting mood. This of course saves time (and you the hassle of having to return unwanted or duplicate gifts.)

Creating a gift wishlist is incredibly simple and fast, you can either click though our website adding items that you love or stop into the gallery and let us help you out. The wishlist is a time saver for your friends and family who can shop effortlessly.

For help creating your wishlist contact us at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com, 480-423-0506 or  800-482-2532. Or get started on your own by visiting our website.

Chrysan Spreng Sushi Plate, $36/each

Alessi Anna G Corkscrew, $60

Alessi Michael Graves Kettle, $175

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/create-a-gift-wish-list-at-occasions/feed/ 0 A Taste of Art ArtWalk January 19 http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/a-taste-of-art-artwalk-january-19/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/a-taste-of-art-artwalk-january-19/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:58:52 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1094 Let your taste buds run wild…well maybe not in the literal sense, but do come down and enjoy yourself and your palette for art & tasty treats, at “A Taste of Art ArtWalk” on Thursday, January 19, from 7-9 p.m. The event will be hosted by the Scottsdale Gallery Association (SGA) in conjunction with the City of Scottsdale.

This year marks the 4th annual “Taste of Art ArtWalk”, and the evening is sure to be spectacular, with gallery shows, artists’ receptions and free sampling stations hosted by local purveyors, throughout the Scottsdale Arts District.

While indulging in delicious bites from some of Scottsdale’s famed restaurants, you will also be able to enjoy the ‘tasty’ sounds of a variety of local musicians who will be scattered throughout the Scottsdale Arts District.

Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes while lending your support to The Scottsdale Gallery Association’s new YEA! – Young & Emerging Artists program that will feature an artist demonstration. Sales of hot java from Shine Coffee and delectable desserts from Sweet Art Bakery will help raise funds for YEA!, which also benefits the nonprofit SGA’s Arts Education Fund.

As always Occasions! by Design will be ready for the festivities with doors wide open until 9 pm., so make sure to stop in and see us!

Diane Orchard 'The Game' $425

Turgala Frosted Tray, $30

 

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/a-taste-of-art-artwalk-january-19/feed/ 0 35% off Discontinued Tabletop, Dinnerware and Jewelry http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/35-off-discontinued-tabletop-dinnerware-and-jewelry/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/35-off-discontinued-tabletop-dinnerware-and-jewelry/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:21:28 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1087 It’s a new year, and that means it’s out with the old and in with the new. This means two things, first we need to clear out all of the recently discontinued tabletop and dinnerware collections, and second, we have to make room for the new before the seams of Occasions! begin to burst. Since we will no longer be carrying these discontinued items, we would like to offer our customers the opportunity to get all discontinued items in stock at 35% off.

With discontinued lines and items from Iittala, Vietri, Nachtman, Waterford and Wedgwood, this is the perfect opportunity to scoop up any extra pieces or replace any broken items in your collection. Stop into Occasions! during the month of January for 35% off all discontinued items in stock.

We will also be offering a selection of artisan jewelry available at 35% off.

For an information on discontinued lines, items or manufacturers, or for help finding that hard to find piece of china or crystal, please call us at (480)423-0506 or (800)482-2532, or email us at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/35-off-discontinued-tabletop-dinnerware-and-jewelry/feed/ 0 New Kevin O’Grady Jewelry at Occasions! http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/new-kevin-o%e2%80%99grady-jewelry-at-occasions/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/new-kevin-o%e2%80%99grady-jewelry-at-occasions/#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:00:20 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1080 We are thrilled to have a wonderful new selection of hand-blown glass bracelets and pendants from jewelry artist Kevin O’Grady. Kevin specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind, art jewelry. Each piece is hand-made from strong and durable borosilicate glass making it unbreakable and perfect for everyday wear.

His colorful collection of glass bracelets come in different sizes, ranging from small to extra large and can be custom-ordered for whichever design and size suits you best, so you don’t have to worry that his bracelets are one size fits all!

To see all of Kevin’s bracelets stop into the gallery, or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com and for more information on custom orders please call the gallery, (480)423-0506 or (800)482-2532.

Aurora Borealis, $90

Oceanic Lagoon $175

Safari Collection $245

Aurora Borealis Pendant, $85

 

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/new-kevin-o%e2%80%99grady-jewelry-at-occasions/feed/ 1 New Vietri at Occasions! http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/new-inventory/new-vietri-at-occasions/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/new-inventory/new-vietri-at-occasions/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2011 00:00:22 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1073 Maybe you didn’t get everything you were hoping for under the tree this year–well how about starting the New Year off right, with the new dinnerware you were wishing for! We just stocked our floor with the new Aqua and Incanto dinnerware, the Harlequin glass and stemware and a selection of lovely cheese plates. So get yourself the gift you really wanted or maybe just treat yourself to a few new serving pieces or stemware to ring in the new year!

For information on ordering or availability, please call or email the gallery, (480)423-0506, (800)482-2532 or service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

 

Cheese Plates

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/new-inventory/new-vietri-at-occasions/feed/ 0 Stop in for 20% Off Holiday Ornaments http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/stop-in-for-20-off-holiday-ornaments/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/stop-in-for-20-off-holiday-ornaments/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:11:03 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1067 There’s only 10 days left until Christmas–so if you are behind on your tree-trimming or perhaps just starting to turn a greenish hue resembling that of the Grinch, then it is time to come into Occasions! and stock up on some wonderful holiday decorations. With 20% off holiday ornamants from Vietri, Waterford and Michael Aram, we couldn’t think of  a better holiday present for yourself!

Vietri Christmas Ornaments, $25 each

Waterford Crystal Train Set, $195

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/stop-in-for-20-off-holiday-ornaments/feed/ 0 Sunday Afternoon ArtShow, December 11, 2011, 11-4 pm http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/1038/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/1038/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:00:39 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1038 Stop into Occasions! Sunday December 11, 2011, 11-4 pm for an afternoon of art and fun! This Afternoon Art Show will feature art from a group of artists from the South Scottsdale Art Alliance. Our neighboring galleries, Landis Gallery, C. Castens Fine Art Studio & Gallery, Cowboy Legacy Gallery, Open Range Gallery, Art by Peloke and Michael Pabst Fine Art Gallery, will also be participating. So come down and enjoy demonstrations and refreshments in our courtyard!

For more information please email or call us at, service@occasionsofscottsdale.com or (480)423-0506.

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/event/1038/feed/ 0 Zavida Jewelry Trunk Show, December 8, 7-9 pm http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/zavida-jewelry-trunk-show-december-8-7-9-pm/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/zavida-jewelry-trunk-show-december-8-7-9-pm/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:00:07 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1059 We are excited to have Lee Gelb and Shelley Milano, founders of Zavida Gemstones come and visit us for a Trunk Show this Thursday December 8, 2011. After traveling the world, the two co-founders decided to combine their love of gemstones, jewelry and helping people less fortunate, to create “fashion conscious” jewelry.

Their mission is a simple one, which is to build partnerships that promote profit-sharing, by working directly with struggling artisan groups worldwide and cutting out the “middle man.”

Zavida gives back 25% of all profits collected to the artisan groups–meaning everyone from the artist to the laborer at quarry, will see profits, which help these regions continue to build and grow.

So stop in Thursday December 8, 7-9pm, for this wonderful jewelry trunk show that makes giving back a cinch!

Onyx Cuff, $72

Rock Quartz Necklace, $350

Studded Earrings, $42

]]> http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/artist-spotlight/zavida-jewelry-trunk-show-december-8-7-9-pm/feed/ 1 Wonderful Surprises Under $50 http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/wonderful-surprises-under-50/ http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/gifts-2/wonderful-surprises-under-50/#comments Sat, 03 Dec 2011 19:00:29 +0000 rebecca http://artblog.occasionsofscottsdale.com/?p=1046 You can check everyone off your list this holiday season by getting them the gift dreams are made of at Occasions! Whether you are looking for a hand-crafted item, or something out of the ordinary, we have it–and for under $50! From gorgeous Michael Aram ornaments to  delightful Alessi demitasse spoons and handcrafted brooches from Marcia Sednek, we have the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

From left to right; 1- Michael Aram Heart and Dreidel Ornament, $49; 2- Alessi Demitasse Spoons, $36; 3- Patrick Meyer, Pewter Wine Stopper, $49; 4- Beatriz Ball, Organic Pearl Mini Wavy Bowl, $45; 5- Michael Aram Pinecone Ornament, $39; 6- Nick Munro, Salt and Pepper Shakers, $36; 7- Medium Black Hourglass, $28; 8- Marcia Sednek Brooch, $45; 9- Aquisse, Soy Linen Candle, $45; 10- Vietri, Old St. Nick Spoon Rest, $41.

 

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