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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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Chloe Harris

So its a range of Man-U merchandise using this new 'Red Army' tartan. But instead of the usual merchandise and fan-based get up, its got a fashion twist to it? is that right? Almost like catering for the wags. That sounds like a great idea!

Feb 27, 2010
Merideth Genin

Hi, David, We're in the pre-launch of our business here in NYC. Of course I'd like to know more about your eco-fabrics. Are they all tartans? What are the fibers? Where in Asia & Africa are you producing? etc. Thanks for your interest. Health and peace, Merideth

Mar 1, 2010
Louise Cattell

Hello David, in response to your querie I work for a company called INCA who run fashion and red carpet events all year round. As well as catwalk shows, music & fashion events and awards ceremonies they also do a lot of charity focused shows for instance Fashion For Relief and the Love Ball that took place last month. You can find more information here: http://www.incaproductions.co.uk
Best,
Louise

Mar 3, 2010
Jill Heller

hi David - I am in search of beautiful eco fabrics --- can you connect me to the some wonderful textile mills and people sourcing new emerging fabrications for the eco fashion market. The fashion industry is in need of eco fabrics that look and feel luxurious, without compromising style. It is at that point that the consumer will be more and more excited to join in. Thank you, Jill Heller PureThread.

Mar 5, 2010
Leona Le

Hello David, The website will launch mid may. Thanks for your interest.
Leona.

Mar 10, 2010
TANO Design - Responsible-tees

Thanks for looking us up David. Yes we do ship to the UK. Rest assured your purchase will go a long way in supporting Ms. Namegabe and the rest of her collective AFEM/SK. I really appreciate what you're working on too!

Mar 12, 2010
Mononoko

I'd love to discuss a possible collaboration. I'm always looking for interesting etjical or eco friendly businesses to partner with. If you need to contt me try info@mononoko.com or maryo29@hotmail.com. Warmest ;)

Mar 16, 2010
Mononoko

sorry that should be info@mononokocouture.com. I'm loving your imags btw

Mar 16, 2010
ANNE BETH JORDAN

Hi David
what do you do?
Beth

Mar 16, 2010
Ms Mi

Hi David

Yes I have - I showed for the first time at a show called CamerCouture in October last year and I'm about to sow again at Africa Fashion Weekend Dublin on 4 April. I don't have a website yet, still being built.

Mar 17, 2010
nancy cromwell

yes, i have plenty of that.
i will post up a few of my dresses.
And i can also make it from any design idea.

Mar 18, 2010
Domenica Peterson

How wonderful to hear you are working with Holy Names on their uniforms! I would love to speak with you and learn more about your company.

Mar 18, 2010
nancy cromwell

hello david,

i tried to email you on davidmgill61@yahoo.co.uk, but it keeps retunrnig email saying its invalid.
please give me your correct email adress.

thanks

Mar 18, 2010
Graham Clewer

Good for you, David - keep up the good work.

Mar 19, 2010
Katasi Kironde

Hi David, I do have some items facebook.

Mar 21, 2010
Katasi Kironde

You do have some very interesting work.

Mar 21, 2010
Jordana Cammarata

Hey David - I would very interested in hearing more about this sustainable fashion wear project you mention in the San Francisco area. Let me know the best way to converse, and/or maybe you can share a link. Best, Jordana

Mar 21, 2010
Elisabetta

I love cottons and wool. I would love to hear more about your work, particularly on using fabric to advance social justice. Looking forwards to hearing from you. Best, Elisabetta

Mar 21, 2010
Johanna Björk

Hi David. Thank you! I'm all ears...
Best //Johanna.

Mar 24, 2010
Adeline sede kamga

Hiya David, yes I have African connections, please tell me more about your idea! Cheers

Mar 29, 2010
Priti Rao

Hi David, Thanks for writing. Your projects look quite interesting. My email is pritisr@gmail.com. Talk soon, Priti

Mar 30, 2010
Lena Santana

Thank you for the interest. Could you please send me more information regarding this event

Mar 31, 2010
joan horton

i guess a sewing circle that continues the thread that keeps connecting the world

Mar 31, 2010
Elena Antoni

yeah I'd really like to be a part of it and directly get involved!

Mar 31, 2010
joan horton

david
rather ironic...i was born on pearl harbor . married on Nagasaki and divorced on Okinawa..have connections in the NFL if this is still a vison..and you need to make it a reality...
cheers
joanie

Apr 1, 2010
won soon park

David McGill, Of course yes. I will be back in Korea at the end of April. What can I do for the ethical fashion network? Won Soon Park

Apr 2, 2010
Aimee Elizabeth Kent

Hi David. I'm very interested in what you do too! Please come along to my Degree Show at the Glasgow School of Art. Some of my prints will have a woven/striped effect. I'm doing lots of hand applied processes including batik, and various different resist techniques. I will also be doing bold, colourful and quirky digital prints onto organic cottons.

Apr 6, 2010
Swin

Hello David. Yes we can weave other peoples designs. please contact us on email at baanunrakweaving@yahoo.com with your ideas and i will see what we can do for you.

Regards
Swin

Design Coordinator

Apr 7, 2010
Baan Unrak Weaving and Sewing

Sorry David, i was logged on as myself and not ofr the organisation so i left a comment from me. but just email us at baanunrak@yahoo.com and we can see how we can help

Apr 7, 2010
jacqueline

hey david that fashion show is back on...in june now
presenting african fashion design!
in colab with christianaid

Apr 8, 2010
Veronica J Burke

Thank you for that welcome, David. I like your tartan sheep. I'd like to find out more about tartans for Africa. And wonder if you know - Does anyone make tartan from organic wool? This is all new to me - the world of textiles, living in Scotland - very exciting. Veronica

Apr 8, 2010
ntinizi dunya

Hi david,
Well i know that DRC is best known for the Kuba textile designed by Kuba people. Is that the one you are talking about?

Btw I just discovered about the tartans for Africa initiative. That's fantastic

Apr 8, 2010
juju rootz

David- thatz soundz great- i have some big- ideaz which i would love to consult with you about-
thankz for your inquiry-- Tuff Love--julianna

Apr 8, 2010
jacqueline

hey David

She is confirming all details for the show
i will post it on the site
im not workign with her on it like i was before she is taking control and i have offered recommendations only

will keep you posted though!

Apr 9, 2010
David

Hey David -

I'm looking to better understand the production of products that I use in my practice, so I can make more informed decisions—I'm an artist, and I work a lot with paper, and paint and found objects. I came across this site - a friend who works in sustainable fashion with ROGAN and LOOMSTATE and her own line suggested it, since I haven't found that many artists discussing materials in the same way.

Apr 9, 2010
Zita van Wees

Hi David,

thanks for connecting!
please tell me more about the fabric with the Brazilian design...

Best Zita

Apr 12, 2010
Sebastian Cheswright

Hi David, I love these! Such a great concept - and execution. I'll message you separately to give some more info on the project I'm researching.
Best, Sebastian

Apr 14, 2010
Noora-Maria Nouku

Hi David! Thanks for your message. I'm always in need of advice & new ideas & networking!

Apr 15, 2010
Valerie Yep

Hi David. Thanks so much for your interest in sponsoring a challenge! I will message you giving you full details of who to contact if you are still interested in partnering with Myoo Create. Best of luck to you!

Valerie
http://myoocreate.com

Apr 15, 2010
Christine

excellent - what are you up to in the world?

Apr 15, 2010
Diego Carvalho

could you tell me more about?. where can i see your work?

Apr 16, 2010
Diego Carvalho

@ those sites on your profile i can see your work?

Apr 16, 2010
Andria Pott

Hi David,
At our school the students only use about 1m to 3m with their final garments that they make for GCSE or A-level each. So any orders we make would be very small.
If we ever get bags of scraps that would otherwise be thrown away, we always use them as well, of any type of fabric, we are not fussy!! These are especially useful for doing small samples of decoration for projects.
What do you think?

Apr 16, 2010
Andria Pott

Some of them are just starting with an inspiration of punk, so tartan is very appropriate! They won't be making until September, but will be designing before hand. Knowing what is on the market will help when they come to design (which they are just starting to do)
Sounds brilliant and the pictures you have look great!

Apr 16, 2010
Kahindo

Hi David,

Will this be in SA or London. I would love to participate if possible.

Apr 16, 2010
gemma legge

hi david, thanks for the message are you able to tell me more? gemma

Apr 18, 2010
gemma legge

hi david, thanks for getting back to me. sounds interesting. just wonderign what the project is etc? thanks
gemma

Apr 19, 2010
calum mckenzie

Sorry its taken a wee while to get back to you, was working anyway, hope everything went well, would love to come along to the finals in May if Im around. Really like your website -tartansforafrica
Cheers
Calum

Apr 19, 2010
Charlotte Harrison

Hi David, I design textile prints (all overs and placements) as well as garment shapes, hope that makes sense!
Charlotte

Apr 22, 2010
Sandra Hoffer von Ankershoffen

Hi David,

the website and the project sounds interesting. Could you tell me more about what you do? How exactly are you interested in the production part?

Greetings from Berlin

Apr 27, 2010