We Make London: wemakechristmas

Dec 4, 2010

Here Today:

Come and see at and our fabulous 80 designer/ makers at our Christmas Craft Wonderland at Chelsea Town Hall, Kings Road 11am - 5pm

There are some exciting things happening throughout the day.

Browse and buy from over 80 fantastic designer/ makers. Find some unique Christmas presents. To have a sneaky peak who will be there check out our list here http://wemakelondon.blogspot.com/p/summer-fair-exhibitors.htm l

Panto Time:

The theme for the fair is pantomime, we have heard rumours that Sow White and Peter Pan will be paying a visit with some other panto friends. We are running a fancy dress competition. Arrive in fancy dress and you will be given free entry. You will also have your picture taken by our lovely photographer Sibell Barrowclough. Check out details of the fancy dress competition here: http://wemakelondon.blogspot.com/2010/11/panto-season-is-coming-to-townfancy.html

Choir:

We have a lovely choir The Jubilee Singers, they will be preforming at 11.30 til 12.00 and 12.30 til 1.00. They will be collecting money for charity.

Cafe:

To escape from the cold on saturday we are sure you will be tempted by the yummy menu on offer from our cafe at the town hall. Mince pies, yule log, festive sandwiches, and mulled wine, plus lots more. The cafe will be open all day.

Workshops:

Throughout the day we have 3 fun, festive workshops.
Check out the full schedule here:

http://wemakelondon.blogspot.com/2010/11/fun-workshops-at-we-make-london.html

Sponsors:

Our Main sponsors, Etsy.com will be there with an amazing raffle. Win yourself a £100 shopping spree. £100 worth of Moo products and a bag of handmade goodies from well know artist Rob Ryan
More info here: http://wemakelondon.blogspot.com/2010/12/etsy-are-coming-to-town.html

So its going to be a fun packed, festive day.

See you there today

We Make London

Dec 2, 2010

Wear Me Designer Feature:

About Wear Me:
Born in Ghana, West Africa, I came to live in the East End of London in 1985, where I've spent most of my adult life. Since then I've managed to fit in a fair bit a travelling, which I feel is really important as a designer. One of my favourite places is Santa Julia beach in Corsica, beautiful.

My path in this business has been a bit of a random journey to say the least, although I tried my hand at a few regular jobs, design was always at the heart of my intentions. I work with medium weight leather hides to make art nouveau style bags and statement jewellery. I suppose I developed a love of leather from my mum who was obsessed with the quality, feel and smell (aren't we all).

Inspirations:
I was always going to do what I do, one way or another. I chose bags initially because I wanted my creations to be useful, however sometimes we just want beautiful things that please us, which is why I began designing jewellery. The jewellery is made from vegetable tanned leather which is then molded to create challenging forms that deceive the eye. My designs are inspired by nature and emotion as well as people who represent feelings of boldness and freedom. Quite often however, my creations are spontaneous and random, which I also love.

Signature Piece:

The Ivy garland was my molded leather launch piece, it captured my emotion at the time which was one independence and excitement. It still sparks these feelings every time I see it.

We Make Christmas:
I'll be bringing a selection of my molded pieces, long elegant chains and leather pendants, along with earrings and bracelets in the Ivy range and the new Masai collection. In addition will be my classic leather purses and bags, including the Mrs Cooper Star and the Winter Rose collection. You'll also be able to buy beautifully packaged gift sets and receive complimentary seasonal treats.