Turquoise Door
Austin, TX 78704-2422
Phone: (512) 480-0618
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Editorial Review for Turquoise Door – by Kellie Bledsoe
In Short
Situated just south of the Austin Motel, the shop's bright colors entice South Congress foot traffic. The coral walls are bedecked in Mexican tin art and weavings, and the corners are filled with Oaxacan alebrijes and Dia de los Muertos figures. Scenes of religious celebrations and ceremonies worked in clay figure prominently. The famous papier-mache work of Felipe Linares can also be found, along with wooden masks and an extensive collection of amber, turquoise and silver jewelry.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoNearby Guero's is a favorite spot for locals go grab a bite between stores.
User Reviews for Turquoise Door
05/03/2008 Posted by TXinMD
I do not go to Austin without stopping in this shop -- the collection of Latin American Folk art is so exciting and comprehensive. Don't miss going -- it is worth jockying around to find a parking space on Saturday!
Pros: Incredible collection
12/12/2007 Posted by jenylyn
I bought a ring from The Turquoise Door for $160.00. Within 3 months the stone fell out while I was wearing it and was lost. They would not replace the stone without , as quoted by the store's owner, "a hefty charge" . As also quoted by the store's owner "that's all I can do". This was a Barbara Cole ring and the store owner said he bought her rings from an agent and that's all he could do. Since I had bought the ring within 3 months of the stone falling out, I think The Turquoise Door should be responsible for getting the stone replaced for me at no additional cost, whether it's through the agent or Barbara Cole herself! But the store's owner made it quite clear he wasn't going help me. I feel like he just stole $160.00 right out of my wallet!!! I will never shop there again and encourage you not to also and not to buy Barbara Cole jewelry.
Cons: They don't stand behind the products they sell.
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