pua: July 2014

Monday, July 28, 2014

Design Crush

Hisako Sato

Hisako Sato is my new crush! I love the way she drapes fabric, it's just so elegant. Hisako graduated from Bunka Fashion Collage in 1986 and after collage worked for a major clothing manufacturer. In 1994 she moved on to create her own line Beige.

This is her new project called Raw+, I just love it. It's people like Hisako that inspire me to try new things and forge on. Thank you Hisako for such beautiful work.

Aloha!

You can find Raw+ here: www.rawtus.com

Friday, July 25, 2014

Hello Friday!

Hi Everyone!

I've been thinking about my work space the last few weeks and I feel like I need a change, I need more room for sure. I think a trip to Ikea for some organization is in order. Since I don't craft as much jewelry I've been wondering if I should re-purpose that space for a large cutting table...

Here are a few photos of my dream work spaces....

Ann Demeulemeester at work


Adam Arnold in his Portland Studio

Michael Cepress's Seattle studio

   I love all the space these creatives have, I'll just have to get more organized.

                                                                     Have a happy weekend!
     Aloha

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

What to Wear

Island Shorts

                                                       Hi Everyone!

The last of my creations for this season are these cute little Island shorts, they are so perfect for a hot summer day. I had so much fun creating these! They are made from hand woven cotton and are hand block printed. They have an elastic waist for comfort and come in aqua, natural and henna. I adore!

I want to thank all of you who came out and supported Pua this summer, it means the world to me. I have one more show left then I will be in the studio working out the details for next spring & summer. "What to Wear" will be taking a little break but I will post things here and there.

              It's been so much fun and I couldn't have done it without you!

                                         Much Aloha my friends!

Monday, July 21, 2014

Design Crush

Cool Change

I never want summer to be over because I want to dress like this everyday. I love this line because it's pretty and comfy. I'm crushing on the pink strapless dress, the color is so yummy. I also love the gold print that they use on their fabrics such a great idea.

Enjoy!
Aloha

Cool Change can be found here:cool-change

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

West Seattle Summer Fest!

The West Seattle Summer Fest starts on Friday. There will be street food, music, beer and lots of talented crafts people. We're in booth 53 come join us for a bunch of fun!!

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Design Crush

Plumo

I feel like I'm in the Mediterranean when I look at this line, I'm crushing on the Moroccan vibe (I really love those slippers). Plumo travels around the world seeking artisans, crafts people and designers right out of school to create their wears. Lucky for you that they are having their summer sale. You can check it out here:

www.plumo.com

Enjoy!