STAREED Success
What a grand adventure we all had in seeking closure with our space and starting anew at the Starseed Event. Thank you Stephanie Mufson and Trickster Events for the unique and outstanding collaboration in providing a brilliant atmosphere. Thank you patrons and artists for being fabulous inspirations and ushering in our new beginnings with a [...]
Last Thrust Moving Sale Friday
April 27th noon-3pm We are selling lots of art furniture at 30-50% 0ff. Call us now, if you want to get something before Saturday and schedule delivery ($30) or pick up! 415 932 6615. See all pieces for sale here. Besides our art furniture, (dressers, dining sets, side tables, nightstands, benches, shelves, wall shelves, kids [...]
Closed Easter Sunday
Have a glorious Day and come over and see us Monday 12-6pm.
Swankety Shift
Our last full day open at 289 Divisadero Street will be Friday the 13th of April, 2012, following with a Last Hurrah Event on April 14th, 2012 at 7pm called STARSEED produced in conjunction with Trickster Events. Swankety Swank has grown into a grand, successful magickal adventure, and I am evolving it again into a more manageable situation [...]
Get Your Designs Made with Integrity
I am overjoyed that The Evans Group exists. I always tell our customers that designers like Trinity Cross of Field Day or Kirsten Schipper of Shebobo among others, are keeping our local sewing houses open and I am so glad this establishment has the same mission.
Love On, Lovers
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, have you found a proper gift for your sweetheart? If not, do not despair! We asked one of our favorite models, the newly brunette Anne, to help us show off some of our favorite artist-made finery. We hope this will inspire you to find something perfect for the [...]
A Sea of Shimmering Sentiment
Ice Cream Social and Benefit Art Opening The vast ocean is so close, like our connected hearts. We love and live for each other and the Earth. Please join the community and shop local artist wares for you or your Valentine. Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 1pm to 4pm We are raising funds for New Traditions [...]
Burnt Orange, Flocked linen, Shark jaws and Other Swankety Wonders
There will be no February gloominess around Swankety Swank! If you need a boost of light and air, stop by the shop and luxuriate in the glow of handmade, artisan goods! Yabette and many of our other artists have some fabulous new items in the store. Take a peak!
Traveling Blogger From UK Discovers Swankety Swank… & We Discover Her.
I recently enjoyed finding a lovely little ode to our shop tucked away in a corner of the net I had never ventured into, jumping back several years. It gives one a pleasant perspective on just how long we’ve been “keeping on” and of course it’s always fantastic to be appreciated. It was an honor to [...]
Edwardian Ball 2012: A Fresh Approach
Edwardian Ball is near! Do you have your look together? If you are looking for something new and swankety, we’ve got you covered with some of the Bay Area’s sexiest finery. We asked one of our favorite models, Ann, to show off some hot looks to inspire you. From dangerous beauty to elegant lady, you’ll [...]
