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On Saturday I hit San Francisco for the Thread indie designer showcase. There was such a spectacular range of creators, super high energy, great music and even a central fashion show. I thought I'd post a handful of photos I snapped throughout the day.

You know how addicted to chain I am, so of course I love the idea of these full torso chain accessories. They looked incredible over tank tops.

Most of the pictures I took were of jewelry stands. I love seeing what people come up with to display their work and I'm always on the lookout for ideas. This designer used grassy-looking patches to work with her leaf-motif.

Getting the right blend of height and shape on a display is really challenging. I love the idea of stacking the neck stands behind earring boards. Most used decorative frames as a way to add height, but placing the necklaces behind creates a far more interesting horizon line, and you don't have to worry about covering your risers so much. The only downside was that it created too much of a wall between the designers and the customers.

Yes, more jewelry. The trays for earrings and pendants gave this a yard-sale feel without being cheap. Customers love delving for items, always on the lookout for a bargain.

I couldn't really use my flash, so these are pretty blurry, but the range of colors and shapes were fantastic. This black and white A-line skirt was one of my favorite pieces.

So many of the models were in pink, salmon and plum. While these are all summer outfits, I think the colors are going to be big even in fall. I adore the hat on the left. The slightly different hue between the shirt and the hat make for a better blend, so she looks colorful and bright without looking like she tried to match.

I had such a great time. Thread comes back to San Francisco in November, and I may just have to apply for a booth. Designing in a vacuum is never good, so it's always wonderful to step outside and get a boost of energy and inspiration from talented artists. What events can't you wait for this year?