Bogtinkers: A 7-Week Storefront Gallery and Shop

A project in Baltimore, MD by Cathy Evans
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Utilize a retail space that is currently empty to create an 7-week pop up shop that will sell the work of local and regional artists.
Backers: 61
Average Pledge Per Backer: $55

Funded: $3,350 of $3,200
Dates: Oct 27th -> Nov 12th (17 days)
Project By: Cathy Evans
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Latest News

Buy Original Goods. From Original People.

November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
New cards ordered for the store. Printed using 100% recyclable and biodegradable paper that’s FSC certified and produced using wind power. Front Back  (Read More)

We made it!!!

November 10th - via: kickstarter.com
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who believed in this project. I appreciate all of the support I received through funding, critical analysis, encouraging emails, sharing of the idea and funding. All of the pieces came together. I am currently... (Read More)

More animals to benefit from sales!

November 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Fox kit A couple of years ago, when I had a bit more time, I used to volunteer at the Phoenix Wildlife Center. This is a wonderful place, run by Kathy Woods and a team of volunteers, depending solely on donations to operate. I spent one of my... (Read More)

More Art!!!

November 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I like these. Do you like these? Similar artwork will be available at the store. I say similar because each one is one of a kind.  (Read More)

Just 4 days to go!

November 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to all of my backers! We've raised $1975 toward the $3200 goal, but with just 4 days to go, it is time to step it up. If you know anyone who might be interested in shopping at a store featuring the work of local artists, please share this... (Read More)

We are at $1800! Getting closer.

November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
The owners of the storefront on Main Street in Historic Ellicott City are a sister and brother who are thrilled with the whole idea behind the project and excited about the possibility of having the shop there. I definitely think it is the best... (Read More)

$1450 still to go!

November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Only a few more days left to meet the funding goal of $3200. I am so grateful to the 36 backers who have donated to the storefront project! Thank you all. Please share with your friends who you think would be interested. I believe in it and I believe... (Read More)

Finding a storefront.

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Blurry photo of storefront. Existing signage will be removed. The view across the street from the shop. I love Ellicott City. So charming! Inside. Needs paint. Love the stone wall. Yesterday I checked out a storefront on Main Street in Ellicott... (Read More)

One of these could be yours!

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Or something similar – because each is one of a kind. Martha Simons does beautiful charcoal and gesso birds on newspaper. All framed up at 5 x 7" and ready to hang. She has promised me some for the store. This one is mine. I love it so much. It... (Read More)

Helping Artists, Helping Homeless Pets.

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Currently available at the SPCA My two favorite things (aside from my family) are dogs and art. I like to do things to benefit fellow artists - thus this shop. But I also like to give to the Maryland SPCA. They have a wonderful facility and... (Read More)

New Reward Added!

November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
This one of a kind Easter Buddy can be yours for a donation of $375!  (Read More)

Dara's Jewels joins the project!

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Dara O'Malley makes lovely jewelry. As you can see here. Blue salvia and opal necklace. I've seen this one in person and it is lovely, small and delicate. Violets and amethyst necklace Small purple aster chandelier earrings Violets with amethyst... (Read More)

More work from talented artists to be featured in the shop.

November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hand made and embroidered dresses for little girls by Morgan Frailey Paintings both large and small by Lania D'Agostino Mixed media by Cathy Evans Knitted and embroidered necklaces, bracelets and pins by Morgan Frailey Hand whittled wizards by... (Read More)

Half way there!

November 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! People are really stepping up! Thank you all for your support.  Tomorrow I am going to check out a potential storefront, and another one on Wednesday. I should know by the end of this week if this project is going to work!  (Read More)

Business Women Check In

November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
I run my own graphic design business, do I know a lot about working with clients, hiring sub contractors, paying bills, getting paid, and keeping everything organized and on schedule. But what happens when I bring together another designer who owns a... (Read More)

5 days into it!!!

October 31st - via: kickstarter.com
$1310 has been raised toward the goal of $3200!!! Thank you to all of my friends who are supporting this endeavor, and than you to MICA for including the link in their MICA curated Kickstarter page!!!  (Read More)

Kevin O'Malley signs on!

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
The ever popular Baltimore author and illustrator, Kevin O'Malley will have original art for sale. Hoping for a special appearance and book-signing as well.  (Read More)

Artists on Board

October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
LuAnn Zubak Kini Collins Painting by Lania D'Agostino Morgan Frailey - Fiber art Painting by Jennifer Berk  (Read More)

10% of my goal on Day 1!

October 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks family!  (Read More)

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