Stop and smell the floral patterns at hovercraft!

More PF Flyers are here! America's classic sneaker brand defines comfort, style and versatility.

Trendsetting Paul Frank has tons of fun, bright patterns in tanks and dresses as well as colorful stripes and plaids in polos and capris. 

We also have plenty of graphics tees for everyday occasions. Our men's section has board shorts in warm, earthy tones. 

Also be sure to check out our accessories table stocked full of affordable sunglasses, cuffs and wallets.

Come see us tonight on First Thursday till 10 p.m. for a game of ping pong and a beer!

hovercraft! • 1115 S. Congress, 707-1355

Apparel, sneakers and accessories. 11-7 everyday.

Spring Forward with creatures boutique

More shipments of Tano are trickling in this spring. We have deep blues and light browns that they develop specifically for their soft, leather bags. 

Odd Molly has arrived! 

Swedish designers Per Holknekt and Karin Jimfelt-Ghatan mix up a fun collection of bold, feminine fashions, while laundering every piece to have "that ultimate sweet-to-the-skin texture."

Tea, a playful children's line out of San Francisco, is in full bloom with prints and stripes in spring's brightest colors. 

Stop by and see us at creatures boutique for First Thursday! We will be open till 10 p.m.

Be our valentine at creatures boutique

While you're out and about enjoying the beginning of springtime weather, come to creatures boutique. Valentine's day is right around the corner, and we have a variety of hand-picked merchandise for that special someone.

Check out our blogspot for timely updates about events and new merchandise!

creatures boutique • 1206 S. Congress, 512-707-2500

News from hovercraft! Feb. 9th, 2008

This season Keds are presenting chic styles of wedges, with bold spring prints, bows, laces and a open toes. Their new campaign was inspired by old Hollywood style from the likes of Audrey Hepburn and Marylin Monroe.

Our new flats are following the spring inspiration with flamingo, peacock and horse prints on bright, eye-catching colors.

All styles are fun and flirtatious and compliment any outfit with class.

hovercraft! • 1115 S. Congress, 707-1355
Apparel, sneakers and accessories. 11-7 everyday.

First Thursday 2/7, Art show at Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa

Brian Gilbert's "Love Series" opening at Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa

Thursday, February 7th 6:30 until 9pm

Rare Magazine, Austin Art Garage, and Ann Kelso invite you to the unveiling of Austinite Brian Gilbert's artwork exclusively for the February 2008 issue of Rare.

Join the artist at Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa on Thursday, February 7 from 6:30- 9:00pm. View the works of art in their original form along with some of Brian's other recent works. Each piece will be for sale on the evening of the event.

Complimentary drinks provided by Tito's Vodka and Sweet Leaf Tea!

Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa
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Sat. Feb. 9th, artist Channe Felton @ Mi Casa

Come meet Austin artist Channe Felton and see her recent painting "Katrina
Triptych" on Saturday, February 9,at Mi Casa Gallery, 1700 South Congress,
from 6:30-8:30. Six months in the making, this dramatic work chronicles the
tragedy of Hurricane Katrina and the impact it has made on the city of New
Orleans. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of artist prints will go to
the "Make It Right" 9th Ward rebuilding project.
Call Mi Casa, tel. (512) 707-9797 for more details.

Mi Casa Gallery
1700 S Congress Ave.
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Art opening @ Texas Folklife Gallery, First Thursday 2/7

Join us to meet the artist and celebrate the art opening of "Pasatiempos de La Frontera: Images from the El Paso/Juarez Borderlands."

Thursday, Feb. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m.; artist’s gallery talk @ 6:30 p.m.

Images from the series by Chicano narrative photographer and El Paso native Chuy Benitez, who documents the cultural vibrance of a region he says is too often misrepresented as dangerous and drab.

Regular exhibit hours: Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 8 through May 1

Texas Folklife Gallery, 1317 S. Congress Ave. (on the alley behind 10,000 Villages)

For info: 512-441-9255 www.texasfolklife.org

European Clothing Sale at Kid Genius SOCO

Stop by Kid Genius SOCO and save 40% on the latest European fashions by Oilily, Room Seven, Mim-Pi and Jottum!!!! Hard to find fashion at hard to beat prices!!!! Sale includes Oilily boots, shoes, bags and clothing! Bedding and crib sets by Room Seven are also marked down....join us at 1400 South Congress or call 448-2200 for more information.

Kid Genius
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Happy Holidays from Creatures Boutique!

Come check out our exciting new additions from Orion, Nixon and Trumpette.

Orion is a British designer with a flair for fun, flirty pieces with special detail. Her festive designs are perfect for the holiday season!

We have a ton of new arrivals from Nixon for him and her. Being a brand that caters to the modern, active lifestyle, they are as stylish as they are durable.

Trumpette has adorable accessories for the little ones in your life - and makes a great gift!

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Pictures with Santa, 12/8 at St. Vincent de Paul

Sat. Dec. 8th, the St. Vincent de Paul Store will have a photo opportunity for kids of all ages and Santa. Our Santa is bilingual in Spanish and English and would love to have you refer your friends, co-workers, and customers to the store. The photos are free and the kids have an art project to do to make a hand crafted frame for their photo. Santa will be here from 11-4. Google Map

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

Happy Holidays from Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa

Ann Kelso Salon and CitySpa invites you to join us this Saturday, December 8th to kick- off the holiday season. Enjoy holiday treats from Sweet Tempered, Cissi's Market, and shop our featured artist Ahavah Designs by Heather Kruger. Experience our gift to you.... a new thought for the new year with an intuitive reading by Lois.

Shop Two Moons Boutique for the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Voluspa Candles, gift sets from Akhassa, Lucky Tiger, Eminence, and much more. Can't decide, then GIVE and BE GIFTED! Receive a $5 gift card with any gift certificate purchase. Or, just treat yourself to a little holiday relaxation with a spa or hair treatment. See you Saturday!

Blue Santa: Purchase or drop off donations at 1st Thursday Festivities 12/6

South Congress rushes to the rescue to help Blue Santa! And you can beat the parking crunch in SoCo on First Thursday by parking at One Texas Center (Google Map), walking one block west to S. Congress Ave. and riding the FREE Orange 'Dillo which runs every 10 minutes from 6-11 pm, from the Hyatt along S. Congress to Live Oak and back!

The annual Blue Santa community-wide effort to collect donations of toys for Austin's children experienced an unusual shortfall this year due to bad weather on the Chuy's parade day last weekend.

You can make a donation of a new toy or a contribution of money when you come to the First Thursday celebration on South Congress Ave. on December 6th. In fact, some merchants have toys for sale as well, making it an easy option for you to purchase and donate all in one visit!

Blue Santa has reported that they especially need toys for children ages 5-10, and footballs, basketballs and soccer balls.

All toys need to be delivered by Dec. 10th to the collection center, so the time is NOW to join the March of the Toys for Austin's families in need.

Participating merchants are:

Mi Casa
Prima Dora
Austin Art Glass
Big Top Candy Shop
St. Vincent de Paul
Mars
Ann Kelso Salon
Crofts Original
Farm to Market Grocery
Monkey See, Monkey Do!
Blackmail
Avenue Gallery
Off the Wall
Feathers Boutique
Creatures Boutique
Hovercraft!