Showing posts with label Vancouver. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vancouver. Show all posts

Monday, December 19, 2011

One of A Kind Vancouver 2011 Recap!

Hello lovelies! If you missed OOAK 2011, don't fret, we've picked out some our favourites from the show.
We had a great time making awesome stuff and meeting new people! If you visited us, we're looking forward to seeing you again in studio!

Can you spot us??

First up, very talented and crafty felt creator, Shima Itabashi of Him Creations. You can catch them again at the Granville Island Public Market from now until Christmas Eve!
Check out their website and find these cute creatures on Etsy!

Felt creatures by Shima

Smidgebox Designs, lovely handmade "this + that". Follow on their Blog or Twitter. Pick up some lovely gifts for the holidays in their Etsy shop too- Psst! They've got Christmas stockings!

Fabric basket for storing beauty goodies?

Fully lined with pockets and dividers!

THE cutest fabrics made into buttons, pouches, and hair clips by Roxypop Designs They've even got apple cozies to protect your fruit from damage :D One of our favs- the fruity teacup candle! Makes a great gift and smells divine. 
Find their next event by keeping posted on their Website and Blog
Follow them around on Twitter and Facebook for their latest happenings!

Adorable fabrics put to good use on Roxypop buttons
Festive teacup candles- the holiday gift!
Handcrafted bags and accessories by HOIBO- all season, versatile designs.. love em! Personal favourite are the hobo bags; gorgeous leather, fully handmade and fabulous with any outfit. 
Drool over the whole collection on their website!


Kove; gorgeous, handmade knitwear! They have those trendy tube scarfs that EVERYONE has been sporting this winter. Everything from cowls, scarves, leg warmers, and tukes to keep you warm this winter. 
Follow their Blog, Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates. 
Pick up your own knitted scarf from them on Etsy!


Have a good holiday and Happy sewing!

SWFDS Sewing Team

Monday, July 11, 2011

Davie & Chiyo Upcoming Trunk Show!

This Thursday, July 14th at 4:30 - 7:30PM, our resident design team, Davie and Chiyo, will be hosting their first ever trunk show right here at SWFDS Sewing Studio! We decided to check out their site and pick out some of our favourite clutches to get ready for the trunk show!

Shabby Chic Leather in Taupe - $115

Sexy With Lace in Champagne on White - $78

All About A Bow in Pearl Blue - $78

Check out all their other clutches on their website and Etsy shop!


Happy Sewing!
SWFDS Sewing Team

Monday, June 20, 2011

Vancouver Artist Call

If you have visited our studio in the past, you are sure to know about the inspiring and creative atmosphere at SWFDS. Much of this creativity streams from the artwork that paints our walls. We are adminent on helping out our local talent with exposure because we want everyone to know just how fabulous you are. Your pieces will be for SALE in the studio, exposure and sales, how can you say no! 

The next round of artwork to go up on our walls July 1 2011, as the artist rotation is from July 1 to Dec 1 2011.  We are looking for 2 new artists to join our current talented line up. Have your artwork exposed to sewing enthusiasts, local designers, fashion crowd and people who just love to support local artists. 

Currently SWFDS Sewing Studio features Andrew Briggs, Aaron Connell, Kyla Bourgh, Red Galleria, Melanie Jane and more.

Inspirational and colourful artwork works and sells the best in our space!

Please submit your application by emailing us at bookings[at]swfds[dot]com with the following:
  1. Photos of pieces you would like to showcase in our studio. Feel free to link us to your website. Remember to let us know which work to be looking at.
  2. Dimensions of each piece
  3. Retail price

If chosen, artwork must be in ready to hang condition (strung) and dropped off by June 27 2011. No artwork hanging fee. Management commission when artwork sells. Contract will be ready when artwork is dropped off.

All applications must be submitted by June 25 2011, 3pm. Feel free to pass along the word to Vancouver artist you know.

Thanks!
SWFDS Team

Find below amazing pieces from past artists. 

Happy Sewing!

Magic Man - Courtney Powell

Drama Queen - Ashley Hunking

Shreddin - Malissa Provost

Che - Andrew Briggs

The Locs - Aaron Connell