In a busy world like mine, there’s something about the repetition of hand work that is so enjoyable. It’s nice and quiet and slow. Taking a look back at some pieces is a good motivator. Here’s a review of some of my faves that I have on hand. Stay tuned for another post featuring some…
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Well, it’s been a fair stretch since I’ve made a post here. Let’s catch up on the summer, shall we? Mostly, it was waxed cotton vests. With one good ol’ boro punk vest in the mix. Like ’em? Love ’em? Keep an eye out this holiday season; I’ll be taking preorders for vests. Watch for…
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Just a few of the items that I’ve been working on this spring. Many summery, colorful commissions, including a jumpsuit for the wonderful Brieann of Emporium Spectacular. See it in ACTION. Isn’t she adorable? Stay tuned for more.
I had hardly recovered from the Black Hearts Ball when I jumped into this collaboration with Emily Stover for her exhibition at the great Soap Factory called Artists on the Verge. (Whew, that’s a lot of links) The show was a collaboration with Northern Lights.mn featuring new work by 5 Minnesota-based emerging new media artists. The…
Well. It’s over and done with, and boy was it GREAT. Working with Tim & Thom Navarro and Allegra Lockstadt to produce this show was a dream come true. The Minneapolis Club was a fantastic location. Our musicians were stellar. The other designers all put forth thee most amazing pieces. We really couldn’t have asked…
Some in progress images of the mini collection I’m presenting at the Black Hearts Ball. Get your tickets now.
This was a custom order for my friend Hans at Primitive Precision Metalwork, commissioned by his lovely partner Liz of Made by Liz P. These two are makin’ maniacs who do a fair amount of craft fairs and shows. Thus, Hans needs a money bag for all the dough he’s rollin’. Made of specialty pelts…
After a few attempts, I think I nailed it. My dog Zora and I went out West to Wyoming which was a perfect excuse to really get going on a backpack for her. It turned out well and she really loves it. Made of olive green cordura and lined with polar fleece with zip closures…
Some images of things I have been working on.
I’m working on shirts. Button down ladies shirts. It’s terribly exciting to think of all the wardrobe possibilities that open up by developing a really good shirt pattern. Here’s the first draft in progress.
Prototype waxed cotton vest lined with wool-blend flannel. Workin’.
It was great. Thanks very much to MNFashion for hosting this showcase. Thank you also to Rhea Pappas Photography for the beautiful images.
I’m working like a madwoman these days. I’ve been selected to be featured in the MNFashion’s Emerging Designer Showcase at Honey in Minneapolis. Please come. I will present a 3 look mini collection entitled Lune. The three looks are just a mini snippet of a large music+fashion+art event I have been dreaming of but have yet…
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