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Gift Guide: Collected Thread

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December 4, 2011
by Dennis Spielman in

The gift guides continues with the local and hand-made shop shop, Collected Thread. Collected Thread is a boutique where you will find handmade and vintage clothing, artists prints, clutches, stationary, handcrafted teas, accessories, baby items, home decor, and now classes on various subjects such as knitting and photography. Lindsay Zodrow shares some suggestions for gifts to give and get. If you have a Keep It Local OK card, bring it for a 10% discount on clothing (some exclusions apply).


For the little ones, Collected Thread these hand-made baby shoes. Cue the, “DWAAAAA…” For about $20, make the baby’s feet cute(r) and warm.


Spice up the house with a lovely natural soy scented candle from Sydney Hale Co. Lindsay says the most popular scent she sells is the Tobacco + Sandalwood. These candles cost around $22.


The popular “Local is for Lovers” shirt (which I personally own one) is now available in hoodie form. Priced around $40 depending on style and size.

Finally, another fun gift is a class. Visit collectedthread.com for details on upcoming classes.

Urban Art Video

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November 24, 2011
by Dennis Spielman in

Hey, I hope you had a great Thanksgiving today. To celebrate, I have a new video on Urban Art. Urban Art houses Art Fusion Studio, Istvan Gallery, Maya Trading Company, and the Blue Sage Glass Blowing Studio. I personally enjoy going to the artist openings Istvan Gallery holds (which was when this video was recorded). If your family is visiting and you want to show them something cool in Oklahoma City, take them to Urban Art.

Watch the video above for interviews with the various owners. Over the next few weeks, I’ll release full length interviews with the artists featured.

Don’t forget, if you’re shopping this weekend, read the Black Friday Deals article. Be safe and have fun this season!

Local Oklahoma City Black Friday Deals

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November 23, 2011
by Dennis Spielman in

I’ve rounded up the deals everyone’s favorite local Oklahoma City shops are doing for Black Friday and the Thanksgiving weekend.

TEN14 A Boutique (14201 N May Ave)
On Black Friday enjoy coffee from Cafe Evoke and 50% off storewide from 10-12. Then 35% off from 12-4 and 20% off between 4-6, so get there early!

Bad Granny’s Bazaar (1759 N.W. 16th Street)
Open Noon-7pm Friday with Thanksgiving Hangover snacks and lots of bargains. Unique and handmade gift ideas and retro fashions and homewares.

Blue Seven (7518 N May Ave)
Friday only: TOMS are Buy one, get one half off.
Friday – Sunday: We are featuring $9, $19 and $29 sale racks!

Collected Thread (1705A NW 16th Street)
Open 10am-7pm with 20% off the entire store plus a store “garage sale” where they will be getting rid of furniture, supplies, fixtures, lighting, and more!

Dig It OKC! (1739 NW 16th St)
Open 10 am – 8pm Friday and Saturday with super bonus deals and special giveaways!

DNA Galleries (1705 B NW 16th)
Open 10am-7pm. Come scout new merchandise, enjoy warm beverages and a relaxing shopping experience! 20% off everything in store. No door busters, lines, traffic around the block, irritated people.

Heirloom Shoe (4415 N. Western Avenue)
All Ben’s Garden, all Bensimon’s, and other select shoes 50% OFF on Friday, November 25 from 10AM – 6PM.

Istvan Gallery (1218 North Western Ave)
Istvan Gallery will be open this Friday 1-5. Come in and ask about our discounts and specials.

On A Whim (5850 N Classen Boulevard)
20% off November 25 and 26! Enjoy FREE gift wrapping.

Shoe Gypsy (6434 Avondale Drive)
20% off all purchases, including sale items (not valid with any other promos).

Shop Good
This Friday, skip the 4am wakeup call and the long lines, and go to Shop Good’s store online. They’re offering 20% off your entire order. Use the promo code “blackfridayforgood” when you checkout (good Thursday thru Sunday).

UrBaNoLoGy (1751 NW 16th St.)
20% off Furniture and home decor. 10% off vintage clothes and jewelry.

warpaint clothing (1710 NW 16th)
Friday the shop open from 11-7. On Black Friday every $50 you spend recieve a free shirt off the sale rack
Also spend $150 or more and recieve %20 off your total.

Gift Guide: Forward Foods

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November 21, 2011
by Dennis Spielman in

On the subject of food, but for people this time, Forward Foods has some delicious local choices. They have two locations, 123 E Main St in Norman and 5123 N Western Ave in Oklahoma City, making the trip convenient. If you have a Keep It Local OK card, bring it for a 10% discount.


The above gift basket was kindly put together for Uncovering Oklahoma to show a sample of Forward Foods’ made in Oklahoma products.

Think the basket itself is something you want? Forward Foods has three different sized boxes: small round, box, and large round for $5, $7, and $10 respectively. Buy a gift basket and stuff it full of yummy goodies. Below are some sample gift boxes.


One final fun gift: bring the person to a Cheese Course. From Cheese 101 to Beer & Cheese to Olive Oil Tastings with area experts. Price for all courses is $35 per person and Wine & Beer are complimentary. Although you must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

For more information, visit forwardfoods.com

Gift Guide: Barking Dog Bakery

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November 17, 2011
by Dennis Spielman in


Sometimes it’s hard to decide what to get for a human, especially if you don’t know what he or she may already have, want, like, need, or whatever. A safe and thoughtful gift to buy is a treat for the dog. Barking Dog Bakery (7710 N. May in Oklahoma City) bakes healthy dog treats, holistic foods, and birthday cakes.


Different treats have different health benefits. For example, their Snicker Poodle treat helps with allergies, digestion, and stomach stabilization. Owner Sherri Lanier is able to help you get the best treat for any health concern. Each dog is special and some breeds require more unique nutritional needs than other.

Visit Barking Dog Bakery today for gifts for the pet that will surely please the human too.

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