A new kind of art experience debuts in DFW, a star-studded jewelry shop opens in Deep Ellum, a darling pop-up wows Inwood Village, and more.
Dallas Silk Art founder Jeanette Johnston in her newly opened shop PHOTO BY THOMAS GARZA PHOTOGRAPHY
The brainchild of artist Jeanette Johnston, Dallas Silk Art is the newest addition to The Colony’s Grandscape mixed-use development. While Johnston’s water marbling business was initially launched as a mobile concept, the brand soon needed its own brick-and-mortar space thanks to a rapidly growing fan base. At the new Grandscape storefront, patrons can attend workshops (offered Thursday through Sunday of every week) or book the space for private events. Johnston shows guests how to master the art of water marbling, which involves floating paints on an aqueous surface and swirling the paints to create patterns. “Their jaws just drop, especially when we transfer the design onto fabric,” says the owner of people’s initial reactions to the process. “It’s so magical and fascinating to people, and it’s my favorite part of any day.” Currently, guests have five product choices when it comes to marbling: silk scarves, handkerchiefs, coasters, face masks and paper. 5768 Grandscape Blvd., Ste. 195, The Colony, dallassilkart.com
On April 2, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth will debut Focus: Wael Shawky, a new exhibition showcasing works by Egyptian artist Shawky. The multimedia presentation, which runs through June 20, explores themes of history and religion through film, drawings and sculpture. 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth, themodern.org
Uncommon James’ Dallas shop will be the brand’s third location PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
Following the success of her flagship storefront in Nashville and second shop in Chicago, reality TV star-turned-entrepreneur Kristin Cavallari has chosen Dallas as the location for her third brick-and-mortar. Uncommon James, Cavallari’s chic, affordable jewelry line, opened up shop in Deep Ellum in late March. In addition to necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings, Uncommon James carries an assortment of hair accessories, soy candles, kidswear and home goods—all of which are available at the new Dallas boutique. Since her Laguna Beach days in the early aughts, Cavallari has turned heads with her effortless, California cool-girl style. Informed by that same aesthetic, Uncommon James offers versatile yet sophisticated jewelry for today’s woman on the go. 2618 Main St., uncommonjames.com
So Clutch Group, also known as the brains behind Uptown’s Concrete Cowboy and Clutch, is expanding its offerings to Deep Ellum. On April 15, the restaurant group will debut The Sporting Club and BLÜM at the Sporting Club, two concepts housed under the same 22,000-square-foot roof. Described as a “high-energy restaurant and bar,” BLÜM at the Sporting Club will operate as a day and nightclub, touting Vegas-style bottle service and DJ tunes. The Sporting Club, on the other hand, is said to have a more laidback vibe and comprises a large outdoor space ideal for game-watching parties and corporate events. Ping-Pong, corn hole and table games will be available at the latter. 2516 Florence St., soclutchgroup.com
A few items in one of Dondolo’s Bouquet collection. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
Beloved children’s clothier Dondolo kicked off the new year with big moves: a pop-up shop in Inwood Village, located in the former Rich Hippie space. Dondolo’s heirloom-quality designs, which now include women’s apparel in addition to kids’ clothing, are hand-embroidered and hand-smocked by mothers in Colombia. Spring collections feature bubbles, dresses, sets and swimwear in sweet pastels, with coordinating adult-size pieces for a “mommy and me” look. 5350 W. Lovers Lane, Ste. 127, dondolo.com
Photography by: Thomas Garza Photography, Brands
