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November First Friday Art WalkFriday, November 4th 5 - 8 pm Join us and witness amazing LIVE art demonstrations:
painting by Kathy Crowther, stone carving by Ryan Gardner, glasswork by artist and woodworker Charlie Brown, & music by Gabe from the Future.
As always, serving good vibes and
FREE snacks and refreshments.
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December First Friday Art WalkFriday, December 2nd 5 - 8 pm Come to Squash Blossom for First Friday Art Walk and see LIVE art demonstrations of painting, jewelry and Leatherwork Featuring: JR Monks & Rowen Monks Alex Boyd Studio & Acebo Jewelry |
Mason - Kay Jade Trunk ShowSaturday, Nov. 19th Join Us for an all natural, authentic "A" Grade JADE Jewelry Trunk Show
with local jade distributors Mason-Kay Jade
Saturday, November 19 10am - 8pm
(with wine and refreshments
served from 5-8pm)
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Sunday, November 20 10am - 12pm
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Native American Jewelry & Arts
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Small Business Saturday / OCC Christmas StrollSaturday, November 26th We look forward to seeing you on Small Business Saturday, supporting the family-owned businesses in our beautiful, historic neighborhood. We have a BIG Black Friday Sale that will be continuing through the weekend, featuring discounts like: -25% off Native American Jewelry - 20% off Local Designer Jewelry - 20% off Original Paintings - up to 70% off Select Designer Jewelry - + MORE!!! |
Christmas Events ?December Sometime
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October First Friday Art Walk
Friday, October 7th
5 - 8 pm
Join us for Old Colorado City's Annual
Aspens on the Avenue
Saturday, September 24th
2 - 5 pm
September First Friday Art Walk
Friday, September 2nd
5 - 8 pm
August First Friday Art Walk!
August 5th
5 - 8 pm
Trunk Show
Mason Kay Jade
Through August 22nd
July First Friday Art Walk!
July 1st
5 - 8 pm
Find us at Territory Days!
booth #31
May 28th - 30th
In Historic Old Colorado City
One of Old Colorado City's longest held traditions is BACK and we are thrilled to finally be taking part of it! Even though Squash Blossom has been in OCC since nearly the launch of the annual event, this is the FIRST time ever that we will have our own booth!
You can expect to see all of our usually stocked items, like the Native American Collection we are known and applauded for, as well as a few special and specific pieces that we have been saving just for the event!
Don't miss a chance to browse prints by our artists, brand new Zapotec weavings, handmade birdhouses, and more out in the sunshine and support the neighborhood as well as the other vendors and small businesses throughout.
Free Shuttle Rides from Coronado High School for anyone looking to skip the parking hassle.
Hope to see you there!!!
First Friday Art Walk
May 6th
5-8 PM
This Friday, May 6th, two of our beloved local artists will be present to showcase their work, and to thank our neighborhood visitors for attending, we are offering free refreshments and live music!
First Friday Art Walk
April 1st
5-8 PM
Join us this Friday, April 1st for the return of Old Colorado City's Art Walk.
Sarah Graham
Trunk Show
November 18-28
Visit Squash Blossom this holiday season and shop an exclusive trunk show by Colorado jewelry designer Sarah Graham.
Hand crafted with natural gemstones, 18k gold, and oxidized cobalt chrome - Sarah Graham's collection is fine jewelry inspired by nature and designed to be timeless.
First Friday Art Walk
Friday, November 5th
5-8 pm
Join us for Old Colorado City's monthly Art Walk, and meet Squash Blossom's featured artist for November, Christopher Hureau.
Also featuring: Colorado jewelry designer Sarah Graham, with exclusive trunk show arriving November 18.
~ FREE refreshments ~
~ LIVE painting ~
~ holiday SALES starting early ~
First Friday Art Walk
Join us on Sept. 3 from 5-8pm
to see our Award Winning Featured Artist
Karen Storm
doing a live painting demonstration at the gallery, and don't miss the beautiful new work from our other featured artists.
Karen Storm truly captures the nature of the West in her captivating landscape and nature oil paintings. With vivid and large brushstrokes, Karen's work leaps from the canvas and takes on a life of its own.
Ryan Gardner - Hand-fabricated Jewelry
Ryan Gardner, from Pueblo, CO, produces stunning and unique jewelry pieces.
His work blends together the beauty of natural gemstones with show-stopping hand fabricated techniques to create one of a kind rings, bracelets, and necklaces.
Corey Silverman - Glass Blower and Sculptor
Corey Silverman creates fun and sometimes abstract works, meant to both please the eye as well as serve as interesting centerpieces and conversation starters.
Stop by Squash Blossom during First Friday Art Walk, or any day of the week, to appreciate the full beauty of our talented artists' work in person.
August Featured Artists
Kathy Crowther - Gouache watercolor, Ink
Kathy Crowther is a local artist who approaches her work with detailed, illustrative realism using gouache, watercolor, and ink. Kathy has developed the tendency to stray outside of the borders of the original, matted surface, bringing the emphasis of her beautiful, natural subject matter to even more to life!
GaleForce Design - Copper jewelry
Galeforce Design is a local jewelry designer that specializes in copper. Her works are acid etched and often times colored with various patinas. Gale emphasizes the beauty of nature in her illustrative pieces, pulling various elements from the natural world into each cuff or pair of earrings she makes!
First Friday Artwalk
July 2nd, 5 - 8 PM
Featuring Local Artists:
JR Monks - Painter - oil, acrylic, watercolor
Rowen Monks - Knife Maker
LIVE MUSIC :
We are very excited to welcome- from the Colorado Springs Philharmonic -a Woodwind Trio to the gallery for the event.
ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS :
JR and Rowen Monks will both be present at the walk, doing demonstrations of their respective craft. JR will be painting and Rowen will be leatherworking knife sheaths.
refreshments Available.
20% off
Gurhan Summer Trunk Show
through July 7th.
Beautiful and unique jewelry with bold gemstones set in sterling silver and kissed with 24k yellow gold.
Ever thought about getting a custom designed piece of jewelry but didn't know where to start? Have an old worn out piece of jewelry in need of repair? Or maybe you inherited a piece of jewelry that isn't your style and want to repurpose the stones? Then Elisabeth can help you decide what to do! Between 1pm-6pm Saturday June 5th Elisabeth Soscia will be in house providing FREE custom and repair consultations!
Join us Friday June 4th between 5-8pm and see the works of our featured artists Sofia Hernandez Crade and Ryan Gardner!
Sofia will be demonstrating her technique and skill behind a paint brush and Ryan will be in house taking about his unique jewelry designs.
Light snacks and refreshments provided!
Mother's Day Tea
Sunday May 9, 2021
11 - 4
Join us at Squash Blossom gallery and enjoy tea and cookies while you take advantage of our spring deals.
May's featured artist Jean Cuchiaro will be present and painting, with her new work on display.
A slow-paced and casual event to spend with your mom, yourself, or anyone. Hope to see you there!
Saturday May 8, 2021 : Old Colorado City in Bloom
Local businesses in the Old Colorado City neighborhood celebrate Spring with the OCC in Bloom event. Live demonstrations, fun activities, and delicious food available to enjoy all throughout the business district.
Squash Blossom artist Sofia Hernandez Crade will be painting on our lawn, stop by and say hello, meet an artist, and explore our beautiful historic neighborhood, and everything the local businesses have to offer.
First Friday Art Walk
May 6, 2021
5-8pm
Artist Appearances by: local oil painter Jean Cuchiaro, and local birdhouse craftsman Bud Smoot!
New product by jewelry lines Joyla & Kelim, with special spring trunk show by Joyla Jewelry.
Spring discounts happening, and refreshments will be served.
Lucky Locals
get a chance to win a
$100
Squash Blossom
gift card
* spend $200 or more in store and we'll add your name to our ~Lucky To Be Local Raffle~ One entry per visit. Winner will be drawn on March 31 *
Come try your luck, and don't forget to look for
deals on GOLD jewelry throughout the store
Valentine's Day Specials
We love to spread the love!
10% off all Native American Jewelry
( with code BEMINE21 )
20% off any one regularly priced item of $200 or more
( IN STORE ONLY! )
up to 40% off select jewelry designers
Customer Appreciation Day!
Old Colorado City's annual Customer Appreciation Day is Saturday January 23, 2021. Throughout Old Colorado City on this day you will find special discounts offered by the businesses in the neighborhood, (a majority of which are family owned!!!) to show their gratitude and appreciation for the community's continued support.
Squash Blossom is offering 10% off all regularly priced items in our store for the event!
So come on down and let us show our appreciation!
Happy Holidays from Squash Blossom!
We are showing our gratitude for your support by offering 10% off site wide through December 23, and 15% off all original wall art. Select Jewelry Designers are up to 70% off.
Thank you for supporting Squash Blossom, a Colorado small business since 1973.
OCC in Bloom
May 11, 2019
Celebrate Spring in Old Colorado City with Squash Blossom! Visit us on Saturday, May 11th for fun and flowers as we feature local artist Ed McKay! McKay will be demonstrating his oil painting techniques on beautifully intricate floral compositions. Browse his collection of work in the Gallery and see how his attention to detail brings his paintings to life!
Squash Blossom will also be featuring a Mother's Day Jewelry Event! Save on a variety of fine jewelry lines and find something special of Mom!
Join us this Saturday, May 11th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm!
June ArtWalk
June 7, 2019
Join us for June's First Friday Artwalk! Local Painter Phil Lear and Colorado Sculptor Mike Dwyer will be in the Gallery offering demonstrations and mingling with guests!
Ride the free ArtWalk shuttle to make your gallery hopping easy and efficient!
Take part in this monthly art event and enjoy light refreshments from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm!
Todd Reed Trunk Show
TBA
Todd Reed, a native of Colorado Springs, has made a big name for himself in the jewelry industry. Through the use of recycled metals and raw diamonds, he has created elegant designs sure to delight any eye. Check back for upcoming dates for the extended Todd Reed collection available in exclusively at Squash Blossom in Colorado Springs
Kelim Trunk Show
July 12-21, 2019
Kelim, a Squash Blossom staple, will be showing an extended collection of their brushed sterling silver designs. With elegant design and exquisite movement, Kelim's pieces will liven up any outfit. Great for everyday or a big night out. Stop by during the trunk show to find a piece all of your own.
Tresor Collection Trunk Show
September 6-15, 2019
Tresor's lead designer, Puja, come from long legacy of jewelry designers. She is from 29 generations of jewelry makers out of India. Once designing for the royal family of India, her work can be found at the Squash Blossom. Stop by to see the extended collection and be sure to checkout her exquisite collection of Sapphires!
ArtWalk
April 5, 2019
First ArtWalk of the season! Come out to enjoy all the culture Old Colorado City has to offer. Don't forget about the free shuttle to make your gallery hopping a breeze. We will feature art demonstrations and light refreshments. 5:00-8:00 pm! Bring your friends!
View our Featured Artists:
Toby Pomery Trunk Show
April 19-28, 2019
Featuring an extended collection from Oregon designer Toby Pomeroy. Toby is know for his environmentally sustainable and socially responsible practices. We are proud to be partners with Toby in his Mercury Free Mining initiative. Stop in to experience the Eco Gold and Eco Silver by Toby Pomeroy.
Celebrate Earth Day with a new piece by Toby Pomeroy!
Extended Gurhan Collection
March, 2019
We are excited to announce that The Squash Blossom is hosting an expanded collection of Gurhan Gold pieces.
Featuring stones ranging from faceted tourmaline and topaz, to smooth ruby and tsavorite, there are many styles to choose from!
These stunning, hand-crafted 24K Gold beauties are only available through the end of March, so hurry in!
View our Featured Artists:
Customer Appreciation Day
January 26, 2019
We would like to thank all of our customers for your loyalty over the last 46 years! Please join us on Saturday, January 26 during our Customer Appreciation Day and enjoy 20% OFF store-wide. Use discount code THANKYOU2019 and receive 20% off site-wide! Local artist Phil Lear will be in the gallery doing a painting demonstration. Stop in for unbeatable deals and great company.
View our Featured Artists:
November ArtWalk
November 2, 2018
Please join us on Friday, November 2 during ArtWalk, in welcoming Kathy Crowther to the gallery family and see her demonstrate her process in person. We will also be joined by painter J.R. Monks and pastel artist Kathy Beekman. Enjoy free refreshments, light snacks, and great company.
View our Featured Artists:
Kathy Crowther J.R. Monks Kathy Beekman
October ArtWalk
October 5, 2018
Join us for our First Friday ArtWalk Friday, October 5 from 5-8pm as we welcome painters Jean Cuchiaro, Mick Shimonek, and our very own master jeweler Elisabeth from Earth Below Sky Creations. Enjoy free refreshments, light snacks, and great company.
View our Featured Artists:
Jean Cuchiaro Mick Shimonek Earth Below Sky
Aspens on the Avenue
September 22, 2018
The Squash Blossom invites you to join us Saturday, September 30 as we celebrate Aspens on the Avenue. This annual fall event celebrates local artists in the Colorado Springs and Old Colorado City area. Welcome Fall and its glorious colors as oil painter, Judith Babcock does a live demonstration in the gallery from 10am until 3pm.
September Artwalk
September 7, 2018
Join us as we welcome bronze sculptor Christopher White and jewelry maker Fide Virtu Friday September seventh from 5 to 8pm. Enjoy free wine and great company as well as meet these incredible artists.
Todd Reed Trunk Show
August 24-26, 2018
Todd Reed specializes in the use of raw diamonds and environmentally sustainable material. Raw diamonds are the fastest growing industry within jewelry, largely because of the work done by Todd. As he started drawing critical acclaim, he challenged the idea of what we consider precious.