June 2010 Blog Posts (24)

Sold Native American Wolf Clan/Cherokee Bandolier Bag

I sold this bag that my Model is wearing, This bag is a Traditional Native American Bandolier Bag. The Cherokee use to make these bags before the "Trail of Tears", after that they did not make these bags any more. I am part of the Cherokee beaders who are keeping this tradition alive. I make one of these bags once a year, unless I get a custom order. You can read more about these bags on my website A. Martin & Co, under the RainDancer Collection tab.… Continue

Added by Pamela Martin on June 30, 2010 at 20:00 — No Comments

Wear Chemistry: launch of a new casual clothing brand

‘design. fit. fabric.’

Fashioning distinct elements into a new style of chemistry…

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Added by Trish Richards on June 30, 2010 at 13:30 — No Comments

PRE-ORDER YOUR BEAUTIFUL, ENVIRONMENTAL BOARDSHORTS NOW

' We aim to bring you the most beautiful and environmental surf shorts in the world'.

What's better than clothes made out of recycled materials? Clothes that can be recycled again after

they are worn out. At Riz Boardshorts we use…

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Added by Riz Smith on June 30, 2010 at 11:30 — No Comments

Win an Organic Amour Dress by Mother Maria

Hey there,

We'd love to see you at our blog about all things made with love. Fan or Follow us today and go into the draw to win an Organic Amour Dress by Mother Maria worth $119.00 drawn tomorrow. GOOD LUCK!

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Added by Katie Gannon on June 29, 2010 at 22:29 — No Comments

Looking for Photographers & Volunteers This Summer

Hope that you enjoying the sunshine. We are looking for some volunteers to help with The Future I Choose campaign throughout the summer. There are three kinds of volunteers that we are looking for, photographers, casual events volunteers, and month long placements for July & August.…

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Added by Amisha Ghadiali on June 24, 2010 at 11:08 — No Comments

Fashion Mavericks returns to London Fashion Week for a second season

After the great success of the first edition of Fashion Mavericks during London Fashion Week, February. Plans are already in full swing for September (17-18th September)…

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Added by Jacqueline Adholla on June 22, 2010 at 8:00 — No Comments

Sulusso supports sustainable jewelry designers.

Sulusso, an…

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Added by 3BL Media on June 21, 2010 at 3:22 — No Comments

FIT and Eco Fashion

From May 26- November 13, 2010 at The Museum at FIT in Manhattan

Eco Fashion is a hot topic in the world of art and style right now and the exhibit, Eco Fashion, Going Green’s appearance has only affirmed Eco Fashion’s importance in New York…

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Added by Haute Verte Couture on June 21, 2010 at 2:30 — 5 Comments

Yesterday’s myths: 6 not quite so ‘unchangeable’ fashion industry truths

This article was originally published on Pamela Ravasio's personal blog (https://shirahime.ch)

There exist basic assumptions that are commonly, but wrongly, accepted as universal truths. For example: “Computers have replaced hand-writing”, or “higher price necessarily implies better quality”.

Such myths are widely accepted… Continue

Added by Pamela Ravasio on June 20, 2010 at 20:00 — 1 Comment

Exhibiting my latest textile collection at New Designers 2010!

I will be exhibiting my latest printed textile designs at New Designers 2010 in the Business Design Centre 52 upper Street, Islington, London from Thursday 1st July until Sunday 4th July. My collection is bright, fun, bold and most importantly mostly organic! The collection is inspired by travel, foreign architecture and vibrant African textiles. If you are interested in coming along to have a look then you can find me in the Glasgow School of Art textile exhibition area. Hope to see you… Continue

Added by Aimee Elizabeth Kent on June 20, 2010 at 16:08 — No Comments

Love, Loss, and What I Wore: Eco Fashion on Broadway

Via O+M Co.

MANHATTAN—Eco Fashion creeps up on you in the most unexpected places. In Manhattan, the epicenter of style in the US, it’s possible to stumble into boutiques or even your local H&M store and get a sense

of current trends in…

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Added by Haute Verte Couture on June 19, 2010 at 2:48 — No Comments

Moving Studio

I am moving my home Studio out of one place into another room, so my son can move back in temporarily. I am working on getting three bags ready for a store in Seattle. So, I have a lot of work to do this weekend. Plus attending College online. Phew!!!

I am happy to find this Network and hope to help out too. I make upcycled bags from upcycled materials.

My website is http://amartinandco.com/ and I have a…

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Added by Pamela Martin on June 18, 2010 at 18:51 — No Comments

organic and sustainable swimwear fabrics?

I am having a hard time finding organic blends that could be used for swimwear. I am also wanting to know the best way to print on fabrics that isn't pollutant to our earth.

Added by heather fromkin on June 17, 2010 at 19:39 — No Comments

Recycled Clothing is a World Cup Winner!

As preparations for the Catwalk show at Recycling & Waste Management 2010 gather momentum it seems that we are not the only ones looking to promote the growing trend of

textile recycling. …

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Added by Gerry Sherwood on June 9, 2010 at 11:08 — No Comments

INNOVATION Award - 5 Days left to apply

ETHICAL FASHION FORUM INNOVATION AWARDS

SHOWCASING INSPIRATIONAL NEW TALENT IN FASHION DESIGN AND SUSTAINABILITY…

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Added by Josie Nicholson on June 9, 2010 at 10:05 — No Comments

Power Dressing is fashion show and Live music event like no other. Christian Aid and Platform 2 have encapsulated the theme of africa and its vibrant lifestyle to put together a night of african fas…

Power Dressing is fashion show and Live music event like no other.

Christian Aid and Platform 2 have encapsulated the theme of africa and

its vibrant lifestyle to put together a night of african fashion with

the aim of spreading the word of empowerment.

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The night will bring together fashion,…

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Added by jacqueline on June 7, 2010 at 14:52 — No Comments

Ciel Archive Fabric Sale

http://www.cielfashion.blogspot.com

Ciel Fashion Fabric Archive sale, we are clearing the studio to make space and have some fantastic end of rolls to clear great fabrics originally £9-£15 per metre we are clearing now at £3 - £8 per metre!…

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Added by Ciel on June 6, 2010 at 21:13 — 5 Comments

Awamaki Design Residency in Peru

AWAMAKI LAB: Connecting Cultures Through Innovative Design

Awamaki Lab explores the intersection of sustainability, ethical sourcing and product innovation through a fashion mentorship program that fosters cross-cultural partnership between young designers and Awamaki’s indigenous weavers…

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Added by Awamaki Lab on June 6, 2010 at 20:00 — 1 Comment