Category: Blue Genie

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Repurposed Banner Bags for Blue Genie Art Bazaar

I’ve been making repurposed banner bags with webbing handles as a collaboration with Blue Genie Art Bazaar using banners they have from past holiday bazaars and May Markets. They are large tote bags measuring 18”x16”, great size for an overnight, gym or swim bag, etc. The material is stiff enough that I have to wrestle it a bit in the corners to turn it right side out after sewing, so I don’t want to try smaller totes because of that from this material. There is a little bit of distressing due to these being used banners. I think they’ve turned out nicely.

They will be sold in their webstore after the bags are photographed and listed. They are kind of limited edition as the material is limited, for now I’ve cut as many bags as I can from the material I was given for this purpose.

Blue Genie Art Bazaar holiday banner bags
Back sides of those bags
Blue Genie Art Bazaar holiday banner bags
Back sides of those bags
May Market banner bags
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Preparing for the Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2023

I’m in the studio as much as possible to prepare for BGAB 2023, which opens November 17-December 24 bluegenieartbazaar.com at 6100 Airport Blvd at Denson Rd, 10am-10pm everyday (10-6 on Christmas Eve December 24.)

Some bags I recently finished
Clear and teal sparkle bag
This year’s postcard
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On the workbench: Clear bags

I will be participating in the 2022 Blue Genie Art Bazaar (November 18-December 24) and am working hard to build up stock for the month-long show. Here are some pics of what I’m currently working on.

Front and back panels of sparkle pink clear bag
Stack of clear bags in progress
2022 Blue Genie Art Bazaar November 18-December 24
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar Nov 22-Dec 24 2019

I’m participating in the 2019 Blue Genie Art Bazaar! It opens a week earlier this year, Friday November 22nd, so its very soon. I’m sewing like the wind, trying to make as much as I can!

The event is free to attend, free to park and open 10am-10pm everyday until December 24th, when it’s open 10am-6pm.

Location: Blue Genie Big Top at 6100 Airport Blvd

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Blue Genie Art Bazaar giveaways and calendar of events

There is an online calendar with a list of events during the art bazaar:
 https://bluegenieartbazaar.com/events/2015-12/
New this year is a free art sweepstakes – they will be giving away 2 paintings by Rory Skagan and a sculpture by Blue Genie. They will also be giving away free reusable tote bags on Tuesdays to any customer with their purchase! 

The Blue Genie Art Bazaar will again be hosting Make-A-Wish Mondays, artists socials, and live music, so check out the calendar to find out what is going on each day!

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Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2015: Nov 27-Dec 24

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I am thrilled to be participating in the 2015 Blue Genie Art Bazaar! It’s the 15th year for this special event, and it’s been amazing to see such growth (now over 200 local & regional artists!) and improvement every year. So very proud to be involved!

Here’s the skinny…

Event info: Featuring all handmade artwork & gifts, with over 200 local & regional artists represented! – a portion of proceeds goes to Make-A-Wish® Foundation. Full bar with snacks! Free admission and parking. Cash & cards accepted.

Location: The Marchesa Hall & Theatre, located just off Interstate I-35 and E Koeing Ln (RM 2222) in the Lincoln Village shopping center.

The Marchesa Hall & Theatre (map)
6226 Middle Fiskville Rd
Austin, TX 78752

Open Daily: Nov. 27th-Dec. 24th, 2015 at the Marchesa Hall & Theatre

Hours: 10am-10pm daily (closes 6pm Dec. 24th)

Cost: FREE admission & parking

Parking & Public Transit: There is ample free parking spaces available with immediate proximity to the show. There is also a bike rack near the entrance for cyclists and the closest CapMetro bus stop is: SW – Highland Mall/Middle Fiskville.

Refreshments: Drinks and snacks are available at the bar, cash and credit accepted.

Kids & ADA: The bazaar is a fun and family-friendly event, everyone is welcome! Strollers and wheelchairs are accessible, but the aisles may be crowded during high traffic times. Bathrooms have ADA stalls and a changing table available. Young children should be supervised by an adult at all times.

Shopping Bags: Due to the bag ban in Austin, we recommend bringing your own reusable shopping bags. If you forget, we will have other bags available for a small fee.

Time to make the donuts. If I am not at my studio, I am on my way there!
xo jna

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Blue Genie Art Bazaar! November 28 thru December 24

I will be participating in the annual Blue Genie Bazaar, now in it’s 14th year!

The 2014 Blue Genie Art Bazaar opens at 10am Friday November 28 at The Marchesa Hall & Theatre. The show will continue to be open 10am-10pm daily until Dec. 24th. Please note, we will be closing early at 6pm on the last day: Dec. 24th, 2014

Shopping at the bazaar is a great way to buy hassle-free holiday gifts and support local artists. The bazaar features the work of more than 130 local and regional artists, offering a wide variety of imaginative and beautiful handmade gifts such as paintings, photography, prints, sculptures, jewelry, clothing, accessories, glassworks, ceramics, and more you can’t find anywhere else.

Note: Due to the bag ban in Austin, remember to bring your own reusable shopping bags. If you forget, they will have other bags available for a small fee.

Hours: 10am-10pm (closes 6pm Dec. 24th) more bazaar events
Where: Marchesa Hall & Theatre in Lincoln Village at 6226 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin TX 78732 (across from Highland Mall on Middle Fiskville Rd) Directions
Cost: FREE parking and admission! Ample parking space available with immediate proximity to the show, and a bike rack near the entrance for cyclists. The closest CapMetro bus stop is: SW – Highland Mall/Middle Fiskville.

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Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2014 Call for Artists! Deadline August 24

Blue Genie Bazaar 2014
Interested in applying?

The Blue Genie Art is accepting applications for the 2014 Blue Genie Art Bazaar. This year they are renting an additional 3167 SQ FT, so there will be room for a lot more artists!
Have you ever thought about participating in the Blue Genie Art Bazaar? Prospective Artist Info | Apply Online -before August 24th, 2014!