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David McGill

Male

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Profile Information:

Profession / role:: Designer/proprietor
Company / organisation:: tartans for Africa
Website (if you have one):: www.tartansforafrica.com / www.internationaltartans.co.uk / www.sakurascotland.com
My primary role in relation to fashion is:: Designer, Supplier, Manufacturer
I am looking to discover or buy: joint ventures, suppliers
About me / About business or organisation:: enthusiastic about using fashion to effect greater economic and social justice

This is the YouTube link for the Tartans for Africa fashion show. http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tartans+for+africa&...
Career history / Company history:: chartered architect . Started designing textiles 10 years ago

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johanna

Hey David,

I've reviewed your work and am thoroughly impressed with what you do. I think you can be a great source of inspiration for my Thesis. I am really trying to think of ways that I can work with the community in dominican republic in a cost effective manor. I love your idea of creating domestic good to export, but how did you go about to find sponsorship for your program with the 49'ers for example. I only have one year to do my thesis, I want to make sure that I can hit the ground running.. :)

Aug 25, 2009
Patricio Sarmiento

Hi David, Part of our curriculum at Parsons Paris are projects with the industry, and now I'm looking forward to link education and professionals to develop sustainable projects and to promote social responsibility.

Aug 26, 2009
johanna

hm... a cloth. This is something I will look into. I will try and start by researching some textile mills in the area and see what local cloths they are producing. I feel that resources are limited in Dominican Republic, as is technology, I am not sure what cloths they would be able to produce. Something cotton based I am sure... I like this idea very much... let me do some research and get back to you on this. Thanks for the suggestion David :) I am not sure how this will tie into community work, as that is my primary goal..but I am sure it will come as I continue to develop the project! :)

Aug 26, 2009
Alexandra Naranjo

Hi David, I would really appreciate your help and thanks in advance for this! I am just starting to develop the business idea, and I am currently on a research stage. I am really interested, can you email me at alexnaca@hotmail.com with more information?
Best, Alex

Aug 26, 2009
johanna

David... do you feel like taking a trip to the dominican republic? :)

Aug 26, 2009
ilaria gentili

Thank you very much for the proposal!!Actually now I'm preparing my thesis on sustanaibility in the fashion sector analysing the usefulness of social media, trying to develop and create new theories on this! Anyway I would like to develop in my future a new sustainable business useful for the poorest countries, now I'm assistant for a fashion designer! ;)

Aug 26, 2009
Anupa Horvil

Dear david
My name is anupa and i wanted to get in touch with you regarding your work and also some information that Jaqueline gave me about you.

please feel free to email anu@anupa.net or skype me anupaaccessories

Sep 1, 2009
Anupa Horvil

Dear David
great and please do drop me an email.

Sep 1, 2009
Desta Itote

Hi David,

Yes, I am always looking for story ideas:)

Cheers,
Desta

Sep 1, 2009
Caroline Papazian

a launch is good too I'm preparing a Tv story on sustainable fashion, so open to anything really !

Sep 2, 2009
Caroline Papazian

caroline.papazian@gmail.com
I've just started a discussion on the forum, check it out to see what I'm looking for

Sep 2, 2009
Mary Hanlon

Hi David,
Thank you so much for your support on Social Alterations. I'm looking forward to sharing ideas with respect to the social and environmental challenges within the industry with you in this forum! I am excited to read up on what tartans for africa is doing. I hope you will keep me posted on the work!
Cheers!

Sep 3, 2009
Ashley Hasty

Hi David,
I've only briefly heard about tartan. It is absolutely beautiful in wedding apparel! Why do you ask?

Ashley

Sep 4, 2009
Ashley Hasty

David,
That is really fascinating! I had no idea the extent of tartan's popularity. I hope to have a wedding gown made of tartan in my collection someday. I'll be sure to contact you when I do to help me get accurate historical information. It was a pleasure meeting you.

Ashley

Sep 4, 2009
Carrie McDermitt

HI David,
I have been working mainly with silk, wool, and other natural fabrics, with a focus on the drape and hand. I am currently researching smart fabrics with an emphasis on functionality, such as heat transfer, static and abrasion resistance, antimicrobial, and washability. I look forward to speaking with you! :)

Sep 5, 2009
Suzanne Potts

Dear David

Thank you for your email. I am about to start an MA in Ethical Fashion so I will definitely contact you in the near future.

Regards
Suzanne

Sep 7, 2009
Marina Caramagno

Ciao David!
Thanks for your message, I am definitely intersted in what you are doing and in a collaboration with you. Could yo send me a link to your web page or would you send me some images of your work, so that can show it to my team?
Thanks again

Best reguards

Marina

Sep 7, 2009
Prama Bhardwaj

David - thats just fantastic! Congratulations on the African tartan! And best of luck, what a wonderful story

Sep 7, 2009
Ida Horner

Hi David,

Many thanks for the info through the post. I am sorry for not getting in touch sooner, I went off toe Sweden for a conference on Human computer interaction. What fun hanging out with geeks and thinkers!. Hope to speak soon

Sep 7, 2009
ngum

hey david, it's temporarily unavailable. please send to mngafor@hotmail.com.

thx

Sep 8, 2009
Andrew Campbell

Hi David sorry for taking so long to respond to you.
I have just been chatting with the fashion lecturer in the college about you and the possibility of being involved with the Irish tartan in fashion for the event.
Her name is Lynda Byrne and her email is byrnel@ncad.ie
I would suggest that you contact her directly and explain how a joint project will work in terms of date and fabric sourcing and costs etc. as I said before im in the printed textile area so any joint project would have to involve printing. The weave are could be interested but it seems your main focus is the involvement of a fashion course.
How is it all going any way. Mention my name when you contact Lynda so she will immediately know about the project.
Good Luck

Andrew Campbell

Sep 9, 2009
Hannah Casey

I work for assembly promoting plays itself. Were you there this year? The festival is amazing, I would love to actually perform next year.

Sep 10, 2009
Deborah Kimathi

Hi David,

Thanks for your message. I will emal you later today.

Deborah

Sep 11, 2009
Rupa Ganguli

HI David, thanks for your message. Would be interested to hear more. Best, Rupa

Sep 14, 2009
Rupa Ganguli

hi David, Thanks and noted.
best,
Rupa

Sep 14, 2009
Leona Mani

Hi David - I think your project is fantastic and I will definintely be listing tartansforafrica on my website, www.bestfairtrade.com - it is still early days and am in the process of expanding the site to include a forum for both consumers and suppliers/manufacturers to have their say. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.... Best wishes, Leona

Sep 16, 2009
Holly Pressdee

Hey, My name is Holly Pressdee and I saw your friends pictures or tartan and he told me to get in contact with you - John Melvin.
I have just graduated from Chelsea College of art and studied textile design and specialised in weaving. my final collection involved tartan and looking into sustainable fashion and textiles organic yarns and natural dyes.
But im now looking to get more experience with the industry and wondered if you could give me any advice. I want to extend my design skills and learn more about the industry.
Hope to hear from you soon
Holly

Sep 16, 2009
Magnifeco.com

Hi David!
Thanks for the contact. Can you send me an email at Kate@magnifeco.com?
Thanks!
K

Sep 22, 2009
Barbara Anderson

Hi David - That is a great idea. I live in merino wool all year round. We who love wool are a small group and should stick together.
I checked out your website. What a great project.
Let me know your ideas for a wool group and how I can help.
Barbara

Sep 22, 2009
Magnifeco.com

Also - can you send me the link for the Tartans for Africa project, I read about it in the comments below but couldn't find it on the link you sent me.
K

Sep 22, 2009
Vibha Pinglé

Hi David, thanks for your msg. Could we explore this further via email (vpingle@ubuntuatwork.org)?

Vibha

Sep 22, 2009
Nadine Taylor

Hello David.
Absolutely. What do you have in mind. You can email me at MsNadine.Taylor@gmail.com.

Best,
Nadine

Sep 23, 2009
MADE-BY

Hi David, at the moment we only have organic cotton items traceable online, but we are always looking for ways to expland what fabrics are in Track & Trace!

Sep 23, 2009
Vivienne Chantal Jones

Hi David, Thanks for your comment! At the moment I am busy trying to grow this business as well as set something else up. The factory we use is based in Egypt. They need patterns and designs as they do not do any design work in house. If you want to discuss this further please send email to viv@crucialblue.com

Cheers,
Vivienne

Sep 25, 2009
Theresa Hamilton

David, Thank you for your comments, will be in touch.

Sep 25, 2009
mariemarie

Hello David, To answer your question-yes. Why do you ask?

Marie

Sep 25, 2009
Paola Spataro

I David,
yes I would like to.
Please tell me more...
Paola

Sep 28, 2009
Maya Persaud

Great, please send me more details.

Sep 28, 2009
Red Thread Fashion Show

Hi There! Would love to hear what you're up to! Please let me know at anna@redthread.gr!

Best
Anna

Sep 28, 2009
mario lewis

Hello David,
I emailed you some days ago about some questions and my interest in your business.
Can you gget back to me, I would appreciate your reply very much.
Regards,
Mario

Sep 28, 2009
TINA UFELI

Thanks. I look forward to what you have to show me.

Sep 29, 2009
Anubhuti Jain

hi david i like the thought.. n i have a feeling you have something on your head... we could look at an opportunity to work together... share your ideas....!

Oct 3, 2009
kaethner lewitanski sabina

hi david,
I am indeed in my final year and will be starting to design my final collection.
why do you ask? are you looking for interns?

Oct 3, 2009
Cristina Saenz

Hi David

All ideas are very welcome! Please let me know your suggestions. We're in the "research" phase.

Thanks!

Oct 3, 2009
Anubhuti Jain

hi david... here's my email id.. anubhutijain@yahoo.com... you can mail me the details asap.. n i hope we could work it out.. thnks for showing interest... tkcr!

Oct 3, 2009
Julianne Applegate

Hello David,

Thanks! I am having a blast with the collection. I am actually at the factory right now running production. I am curious what you specifically mean about "Americanizing" the collection. I am a well traveled American. My designs have always done well in the US and internationally. Are you commenting about the styling of the collection, or are you speaking more practically about placing all production in the US? The bulk, 98%+, of our raw materials are made in the US. I tried to place the cut and sew labor in the US. My former connections had all closed shop. I also have close relationships in the Caribbean with ethical manufacturers. I love being here, the team is great and this country very much needs the work. I would love to hear more about what you were thinking.

Oct 4, 2009
garima agrawal

ya.......that's really a great idea .i want to create something contemporary with international silhouttes and having indian motife and embroideries.

Oct 4, 2009
kaethner lewitanski sabina

hi david, my email is
sabina.kaethner@gmail.com

Oct 5, 2009
Julie Elver

Hi David, tell me more..
/julie

Oct 7, 2009
Barbara Wong

Hi David, it's nice to hear from you. I'm not sure if I can help but please give me more information about your concerns.

Oct 9, 2009