Saturday 9 February 2013

New Vendor: SARTORIA

In our books, the very finest in the textile recycling bin is the
cashmere and merino wool.  super luxurious natural fibres that don't itch, breathe well, insulate and are machine washable....an excellent example of nature's often high-tech/low-fi innate design.


sartoria is collecting all the merino wool and cashmere sweaters she can
find....and turning it all into classically styled base layer pieces designed to keep you warm and happy throughout the autumn, winter and spring.  Each aspect of the sweater is integral to the design of the piece, resulting in really special detailing and highlighting some of
the beauty of the original sweater design and manufacture.  every piece is a one-off and although similiar colourways and details can be achieved, the finished product only happens once.  the limitation of working with what she finds provides the context for the variations that
are always forming and changing.

pieces are finished with japanese made soft elastic trim and every garment is machine washable in cold water.  all designing and manufacturing now takes places in the west end of downtown toronto, since moving from Montreal's Mile-End 4 years ago.  the collection is
also available online, where the opportunity to create custom orders is made easy with special order forms for each piece.

http://www.sartoria.ca.  individual ready-made pieces can also be found
at ETSY http://www.sartoria.etsy.com

Thursday 7 February 2013

New Vendor: THESE WOODS


 These Woods is best described as intricately designed embroidered accessories and lace.  The work of These Woods has garnered international attention - however is virtually unknown in toronto.


 Some pieces are hand drawn from scratch and take on average 40 hours to design.  Each piece is machine stitched by artist Marlena Kaesler. Kaesler uses layers of various stitches and threads to create the intricate designs which are rich in texture, detail and whimsy. Each piece is truly unique- best of all very reasonably priced.
 
Some items wil be specially prices for the Junction Flea-up to 40% discounted. Marlena can also accomodate custom orders.

New vendor: DELIGHT CHOCOLATE


Treat your sweetie this Valentines to some delectable and socially responsible chocolates!
 
Owners of Delight Chocolate, Husband and Wife team Jeff Brown and Jennifer Rashleigh, use only the best all natural products in their chocolates, including Fair Trade and Organic Chocolate from La Siembra, Harmony Organic Cream, Fair Trade Organic Sugar. There are many vegan options as well.
 
These delicious chocolates paired with unique hand painted designs will definitely impress.
 
Jennifer Rashleigh & Jeff Brown
Organic Handmade Fair Trade Chocolate
416-760-9995
info@delightchocolate.ca
http://www.delightchocolate.ca/
www.facebook.com/delightchocolate
3040 Dundas Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M6P-1Z3

LOVE BOOTH!

 At this month's Valentine's Day Flea we're busting out the Love Booth! Through the magic of instant film technology have your portrait taken to give to your lovey for only $5.