Designer Spotlight- Laurafallulah

Laura has always had a passion for fashion and textiles. Growing up, Laura dreamed of being a fashion designer and could often be found sketching dreamy fairytale dresses. Laura then went on to study textiles at college and university.

‘I am inspired by colour, pattern and nature. Personally I like things which are individual and a bit quirky so I try to bring this to my designs.’

Laura is constantly looking online, in magazines and shops for inspiration, therefore keeping up with current fashion trends. Laura also keeps a scrapbook of colour samples, fabric swatches and images. Using the materials themselves as inspiration.

Waiting For We Make Christmas?
Laura’s most distinctive design is her simple rose. Available in brooches, purses, shoes and various styles of bags. It is inspired by her favourite flower.

‘I then stylised into a simplified version and stitched onto felt. I was also really influence by my love of traditional American style tattooing, I love the bright coloured simple 50s roses. It is bought by all sorts of people, people who love flowers, people who love vintage design or simply people who love colour and pattern.’

For We Make Christmas Laura is working on felt Christmas decorations inspired by 60’s and 70’s decorations. Laura is also working on some new styles of bags.

Can’t Wait For We Make Christmas?
If you can’t wait to pick up one of Laura’s fantasic designs then check out her online shop laurafallulah.etsy.com. Laura’s designs can also be found in various boutiques and shops.

Designer Spotlight- Notes

Diane’s bags are truly stunning. Inspired by current trends they are both unique and fashionable. Diane has been sewing since she was a teenager and is constantly teaching herself new techniques. ‘I think having some kind of creative outlet is extremely important, and I love making things. I always like to have a project on the go; it keeps me busy. I’m constantly being inspired by what I see online and in magazines, and the smallest little detail can give me a new idea.’

Diane tends to not use patterns for her bags, but creates her own unique designs making no two bags the same. They are simple, practical, durable and unique. They’re made with care and attention to detail. ‘I love strong colours, patterns, buttons, birds, polka dots, leaves, lovely fabrics… all of these elements (and more) are embodied in my designs.’

Waiting For We Make Christmas:
Diane’s big, pleated tote bags are great sellers, along with her hand stitched ‘Bird on a Line’ and ‘Sage Leaves’ bags and ‘Big Buttons’ totes. Diane is currently working on some new and exciting designs.

Can’t Wait for We Make Christmas:

Diane’s has been working on new clutch purses, she has been experimenting more with different fabrics. Check out her online store for some of these exciting designs. http://notes.etsy.com

WeMake Tote Goodie Bags

As many of you may know this summer we held the very first We Make fair in London to great success. One of the elements of the fair that we had a positive feedback from was the promotional tote bags which we organised.

Each tote bag was sponsored by a We Make stall holder and individually decorated in the style and technique of that person. We had a great mix of styles and colours, something for everyone.

Each tote was then filled with great promotional items and business cards from the stall holders and other UK designers, makers and artists. These cotton bags also proved a great way for customers to carry around all of their wonderful purchases from the fair. Our tote bags are a great alternative to throw away bags.

For We Make Christmas, we are excited to be doing the totes again but even bigger and better. We have more designers taking part in sponsoring and decorating the totes not to mention even more fantastic items donated to include in the totes. From earrings, to art cards, to magnets and even more you will thrilled with your goodie bag.