Cape Towns Street Life
5 1/2 years ago this would have meant nothing to me.. but Car Guards are an essential part of life in Cape Town.. the Video says it all.. Cool & Hilarious!
The Car Guard Song – Derick Watts & The Sunday Blues
Quazi Jewellery
What a pleasure to meet Doron at the Design Indaba! She’s the creative behind the Quazi Design brand from Swaziland and I just loved all about it! The Eco Eclectic jewellery is made out of magazine paper, with a production process that encourages social and environmental awareness. The order has been placed, so stay tuned for some amazing pieces in a few weeks!
Design Indaba 2012 – II
Finally some more interesting stuff I came across at this years Expo.. Loved the creativity from a number of upcoming and already established designers. The Buyers Preview Day made a big difference in getting to know designers – its cool to see who stands behind designs I blogged or read about and to have the time to connect.
But I must confess that some exhibitors who’s stands looked almost the same as last year didn’t really have to showcase again.. The fashion part was not really mine either, as I don’t think its necessary to give some of the local fashion designers the space of a fashion show, when all they are creating are bad rip-offs from international fashion houses..
Design Indaba 2012 – I
First Impressions, more to come…
Okapi – The African Unicorn
“The ethos behind Okapi is to produce luxurious, artisanal accessories handmade entirely in Africa, creating job opportunities and growth while striving for exceptional quality and an understated, timeless appeal.”
The Collection is launching today in an enchanted forest at Merchants on Long.. 34 Long Street, Cape Town. Sounds exceptionally creative.. very exciting!!!
For more information please click here!
3 Wheels – Sri Lanka
‘3 Wheels’ is a film and photo exhibition that follows Team Hallelujah Spaghetti as they take on The Lanka Challenge, a 12 day, 1400km whirlwind race across the island country of Sri Lanka, in a tuk-tuk!
I’ve been one of the few people to witness the creativity during the making off process and can tell you this is a mind blowing production! So see you there!
Write someone a love letter
When have you last written a letter to someone? And last on everyone’s mind is a handwritten love letter.. a thing of the past! Well, this bespoke stationary is something for all lovers of beautiful items made with attention to detail.. like myself!
The Letterpress Company is a Cape Town based artisan print shop dedicated to preserving the heritage of letterpress printing using antique, hand-operated equipment and traditional craftsmanship. For more information please click here!
Molo Mimi
Lisa Nettelton “Mimi” is the creative behind this fun project. She has deconstructed the traditional technique of sewing, by using her own way of reflecting modern society where the fabric of societies, traditions and boundaries have been torn and threaded. Precious sentiments are being challenged in favour of a lighter, more accessible approach.
The free stitch technique is achieved using a sewing machine, by disarming the settings and using the darning stitch; the needle roams the fabric with the guidance of ones hand. Various materials and techniques assist the process, but the outcome the layers creating contrasts or movement using colour and texture. All fabrics used are collected off-cuts, old swatch books and clothes; that would otherwise be thrown away. Mohair, wool and the various threads incorporated are donated from people’s scraps and excess.
Looks like a lot of fun to me! For more information click here.