#1 – Escama Studios Sequined Kimono made with Soda Pop Tabs
This beautiful silver kimono made out of recycled pop tabs, shines as you move and will be modeled during Trashion Fashion. Great for parties and festivals. The airy fishnet weave allows the garment to flow; fits up to size 13. Hand made in Brazil by fair-trade women artist collective. A hand made and truly unique creation that comes with a hang tag signed by the artist who made the piece. This stylish kimono was donated to SCC by Escama Studio, a green company that sells hand-craft purses, bags, and accessories and experiments with innovative sustainable, couture and wearable fashion.
Fair Market Value is $379.
Escama Studio: https://www.escamastudio.com/
#2 – Robert Stickley’s Junkyard Angel Sculpture
This exceptional art piece was created and donated by Rob Stickley, who has designed and won five Trashion Fashion costume awards over the years. He was a Trashion judge last year. While Rob didn’t have time to create a costume this year, he was encouraged to create unique art specifically for the Trashion Raffle. Fashioned from: 2 lumps of wood; rusty support bolt; champagne wires; electrical socket shims; metal washer; metal springs; metal shower rings; keys; Nespresso cups; deadbolt door jams; 1953 stapes; sandpaper; exercise book hinge; garden store plant tray; paper mache; window screen wire; window blind samples; outdoor electrical receptacle cover; glass marble; antique nails and screws; metal bar; kitchen drawer liner. The art measures 44” X 27” X 8″, can stand or be hung on a wall. A cool addition to your art collection.
Fair Market Value is $750.
#3 – 2023 North Bay Fashion Ball Tickets
Cincinnatus presents the 2nd Annual North Bay Fashion Ball on Saturday, May 20th from 6pm – 11pm at the Phoenix Theatre in Petaluma, CA. This must attend event is a benefit for Face to Face Sonoma County, a Santa Rosa nonprofit working to end HIV in Sonoma County. Cincinnatus has generously donated four tickets to this unforgettable event. Attendees are encouraged to wear that wild outfit they never have any occasion to wear and come out in support of art, public health, women-owned business, queer safe spaces, fun and north bay glamour! Starting the event will be three open-call competitive categories for a runway photo and a chance to win a princess tiara provided by the Princess Boutique of Santa Rosa. The overall winner will be invited to submit a collection next year. This year’s three categories are “Styled,” “Upcycled and Custom,” and “Misc.” All entries will get an official certificate naming them a North Bay Supermodel! All ages and body shapes welcomed and adored! In addition, five of the most iconic local labels from the North Bay and beyond will be presenting small collections and big statements on the runway! The party will be closed out by a 7-piece jukebox dance band. You don’t want to miss this amazing event!
Fair Market Value is $80.
Escama Studio: https://www.escamastudio.com/
#4 – Hot Couture Vintage Store Gift Certificate
Marta Koehne of Hot Couture Vintage Fashion in historic Railroad Square, Santa Rosa donated a wonderful $100 gift certificate to shop in this iconic store. It is a locally owned and operated vintage clothing store that offers a carefully curated selection of high-end vintage clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories that are 30+ years or older. Also, a full costume rental service, where you can find fully accessorized period pieces. Don’t miss this opportunity to add some unique vintage wear to your wardrobe at this incredible store!
Fair Market Value is $100.
#5 – Pop Trash Book of Recycled Art
Pop Artist Jason Mecier creates outrageous, one-of-a-kind mosaic portraits out of trash, candy, anything, and everything. Kevin Bacon of bacon. David Bowie conjured from cosmetics and feathers. Jason generously donated a copy of his Pop Trash recycled art book. The book contains more than 150 of his most amazing images, plus behind-the-scenes photos and details of how they are created; (how much licorice does it take to make Harry Potter?) With mesmerizing tributes to icons ranging from Stevie Nicks to Farrah Fawcett to Honey Boo Boo, this gallery of the famous and infamous is a visual treat for fans of pop culture and pop art alike and must be part of your art book collection!
Fair Market Value is $50.
Instagram: @jasonmercier Website: https://thejasonmecier.com/
#6 – One Sonoma Community Center Session Class of your Choice for Two People
The Sonoma Community Center has so many fun classes to offer. Now is a great time to try one with a friend. Ceramics, culinary, drawing and painting, fiber arts, movement, music, printmaking, queer-focused, youth, teens and family, a huge array of choices. Some classes are available in Spanish. This gift certificate enables you and a friend to take a one session class. Isn’t it time to try something new or re-start a former passion? (Classes must be reserved ahead of time and are subject to availability, so please reserve early). Fair Market Value is $200.
#7 – Jason Mecier Pop Art Concert Poster Package
Have you ever seen cool concert posters and wanted them? Here’s your chance, and it’s not just your regular rock celebrity poster – San Francisco Pop Artist, Jason Mecier (and 2020 Trashion Fashion judge), has generously donated 4 posters he created from his iconic, one of a kind and outrageous mosaic portraits that are made out of trash and found objects such as candy, seat belts, phones, Scrabble bits and so much more. Figure out the fun of what makes up one of his iconic Pop Art style portraits. These were created for SF Filmore and Paramount concerts of Kid Rock, Pink, Ali Wong and Conan and all signed by Jason Mecier. Add these stylish images to your collection or give them to ones that will appreciate them!
Instagram: @jasonmercier Website: https://thejasonmecier.com/
#8 – Tour of The Hattery
Have you ever wanted to know how hats are made? The Hattery in Santa Rosa carries a huge selection of hats, from flat caps to fedoras to fascinators. They make hats, repair, clean and restore them and hold workshops in hat making. Come tour The Hattery, see how the magic is made and be inspired!
Fair Market Value is $100
