Moonbasket & Moxy Crochet Studio Opening
Beautiful crochet bowls, lampshades in all colours and variations, rugs and good cushions.. fun hosts and company.. a perfect way to celebrate an one of the first autumn Saturdays in Cape Town..
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…
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.
In Love With Quilts
Quilts are delicate work made with passion and love. I found this original map of Africa quilt on this blog with the post title I left my heart in Africa – read the story behind it.. very impressive! Taking it further.. how cool is this quilt design worked into a tent? What an amazing idea! Being a big city girl and not imagining myself camping… I must admit that within the last 5 years I quite like it! Even more if we could get stylish tents like this one and get away from the usual boring look! TheCoolHunter featured the signature tents from the company FieldCandy. Check it out!
Rock me again!
Trevor Mitchell’s clothing recycling project Rock Me Again is showcasing refashioned garments by a selected group of designers, such as Jule Visnjic, Suzaan Heyns, Clive Rundle, Stiaan Louw, Lara Klawikowski.
Since 4 years the initiative asks consumers to clear out their wardrobe and deliver unwanted clothes to ‘green bins’ at Vida e Caffes in Joburg and Cape Town. This year they collaborate with WeWood watches who plant a tree for every unwanted garment dropped in the bin!
Some of South Africa’s top creatives shot the project for film and stills, directors Chloe Coetsee, Padraic O’Meara, Andy Lund and photographer Brett Rubin. After a successful event in Joburg last weekend, tomorrow its Capetownians who will have the privilege to be a part of it. I’m very excited to see what they created this time!
For more information click on the link.. http://www.capsuleprojects.com/
Moxy Crochet
The passion for crochet is what makes the work of Laura Summs so special. She is creating the most beautiful crochet jewellery with Moonbasket, but Laura also is the owner of Moxy Crochet.
Seven crocheters craft hundreds of hexagonal pieces which finally get pieced together into a blanket – each is one of a kind! Working from their homes in Cape Town’s Khayelietsha township makes it possible for the crocheters to spend time with their families and keeps transport costs to a minimum.
Lovely!!! For more products and information go to: www.moxycrochet.co.za
Vertical Garden
This is the first in the whole of South Africa – a vertical garden sponsored by Emirates! Located on Kloof Street, opposite Vida e Caffe, people have curiously tweeting and publishing articles since the beginning of the project. I’ve been watching it for months and am impressed how amazing it has become – the plants are growing fast with the aim to blow everyone away with their beauty!
The head behind this idea and project, Simon Wall from Tractor Group, he approached Emirates and the landlords with the idea and they loved it. In Cape Towns urban jungle this seemed to be one of the most positive developments out there when it comes to making our future more green! The Vertical Garden is made out of 100% real plants. Simon Wall had the idea two years ago when he stumbled across Patrick Blanc’s vertical garden concepts in Europe. He’s been working very closely with the landscaper Nicholas Whitehorn in order to try and replicate the same concept in South Africa. The plants are growing in imported felt from Europe – the vertical structure has a fully operational hydroponic drip irrigation system behind the felt, that is linked to a moisture sensor which waters the plants as and when it is required. “We made use of routed wood in an attempt to move away from vinyl and which is in keeping with the organic nature of the site. We need a few more months of sunshine and the garden should be in full bloom.” says Simon Wall.
I can’t wait to witness it and will load updates soon..