Austin Area Artists An unexpected blessing of making soap has been meeting a whole bunch of fun, talented people when I sell at craft shows. Here are a few.
Bolsa BonitaLiz Potter is amazing, funny and cute as a button. The purses she makes are fun, funky and very cool.
METALSgirlLaura makes amazing jewelry with using sterling silver, resin and herbs. She has a wonderful sense of color and design. Check out her crazy dog tags! Laura is also involved in the Blue Dog Rescue group.
Stained Glass CreationsBesides making beautiful stained glass pieces, Teri McAshan makes some of the prettiest dichroic jewelry around. Affordable, wearable magic!
Kathleen McTee TextilesKathleen is a textile diva. Art cloth, silk screen, clothing, quilts...she does it all and does it well. Kathleen is a gifted and generous individual with a warm sense of humor, all of which shows in her groovy work.
Vidriosa GlassworksJoAnna makes really nifty suncatchers. I have a dragonfly hanging in my kitchen. Her stuff makes me smile.
Soap Links
Texas Soapmakers AssociationThis group promotes the art and science of handcrafted soapmaking and provides its members with knowledge, support, and fellowship. Violet Crown Soap is proud to be a member of this great group!
Texas Natural SupplyLooking for soap making supplies? Look no more! Holly at TNS is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. And she's an RN to boot.
Real Handmade SoapInformation about what sets real made-from-scratch soap apart.
Texas Links
Wild Texas A guide to Texas parks and campgrounds.
Texas WildflowersA great site put together by a hobbyist who loves wildflowers. Lots of pretty pictues and interesting information.
Other Good Things
Hill Country WeaversIf you knit, crochet or weave, you have to visit this place! Walking in this store is like being inside a rainbow.
