August Artist Feature- Simple Ink

Simple Ink, located in Bend, Oregon, first began in 1999 when founder, Amy Gautschi and her friend Kate were strolling through a historical Japanese paper district. Together they noticed that the paper was beautiful enough to frame. Ever since then, Amy has been busy creating and establishing her own line of unique letterpress paper goods.

Simple Ink is recognized for its product of simple beauty, rich papers and letterpress craftsmanship. Letterpress is a five century-old relief printing technique in which a raised inked image meets a fine paper with enough pressure to create a precise, debossed impression. Only antique presses are used in this process. All Simple Ink artwork is letterpress printed on the hightest quality of 100% cotton (Tree Free) paper.

Every component of their product-right down to the clear sleeve packaging-is recyclable. A portion of each sale goes to either Kiva and Finca, which are two organizations that seek to aid entrepreneurs in poverty stricken countries. One of their goals is to help these countries by creating more job opportunities for those in need.

July Sundown in St. Elmo

Featuring Dalton silk artist Julie Whitehead of Julie Belle Designs

Umbra Essence Candles & Gifts is pleased to be hosting an evening with Dalton artist Julie Whitehead, Saturday, July 18th from 6pm-9pm. An artist reception will include the opportunity to meet Julie and see and discuss her new work including hand painted silk scarves and pillows. Complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres will also be offered on our garden terrace.

Here's a look at what else will be going on in St. Elmo:

Body Wisdom Therapeutic Massage will be having an open house and all new customers will receive $5.00 off a massage booked during the event.

Pasha Coffee & Tea will host an evening of poetry readings from several local poets. Come relax in Chattanooga's only fully organic coffee bar.

Collective Clothing will have live music and in-store specials. If you haven't already, come check out St. Elmo's newest business specializing in recycled, resale, vintage, and urban fashions.

Mojo Burrito will be celebrating its 7th anniversary so be sure to come out and help celebrate! Get a free piece of cake, a free beverage with an adult entree and in-store giveaways throughout the evening.

Blacksmith's Bistro & Bar will also have several specials going on: Enjoy $4.00 House wines, $3.00 drafts and half-priced fries.

We are looking forward to our second Sundown in St. Elmo. Be sure to save the date: Saturday, July 18th from 6pm-9pm. Come enjoy an evening of socializing and help support our local businesses. We hope to see you there!

June Sundown in St. Elmo Recap

Thom and Wynne D. Demas and Bethany Dillard of Body Wisdom

Poetry Reading at Pasha's

Live music at Collective Clothing

Featured artist Shadow May and his wife Ana at Umbra Essence

Wynne D. Demas and others enjoying our terrace

Our first Sundown in St. Elmo was a success. We all had a wonderful time!
We look forward to seeing you all at the next Sundown in St. Elmo, which will take place on July 18th and will feature Dalton silk artist Julie Whitehead of Julie Belle Designs.