Spring Fling at Scadding Court (March 23)

With spring on the way - at least, in these northern parts, we hope it is! - I am planning on taking even more spring items to my next show, which is called "Spring Fling". It's being held on March 23 at Scadding Court, which is at Bathurst St. and Dundas West. Full details at the end of this post.




And with some of the fashion trends forecast, I think I'll offer customers my very versatile tunics with peplums, as peplum skirts are part of the silhouette trend this year.

One is shown on the model in the photo. What's really useful about my tunics - which are made from washable Dupioni - is not only that they travel well, they can be worn with the V-neckline at the front or reversed for a plunging back neckline look!









Other customers may also find my crop jackets, in 100% cotton spandex, a must-have for the hotter weather. These jackets are unlined, so they are great for warmer temperatures on patios but also provide some coverage when you are inside with the A/C cranked up (which it usually is in most offices).







I'll still be offering some of my one-of-a-kind vests, in brighter or pastel shades for the coming spring-summer season. These vests can quickly dress up a T-shirt or add a layer over a camisole, plus they pair well with skirts, jeans, dresses, etc.

I've just made two new vests in colors that customers are describing as "gorgeous" - for example, a combination of ecru, periwinkle and gray and another in a combination of aqua, silver and white. I create the fabrics for the fronts of these vests using my Maypole Weave (TM) technique.

Spring Fling hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Entrance is on Bathurst St, just south of Dundas St. West. The event is being held in the gym.

Streetcars serve this location on both Bathurst (from the Bathurst subway station) and on Dundas (with subway connection at Dundas on the Yonge line).  Scadding Court is also walking distance from Trinity Bellwoods, Little Italy and Kensington Market.
Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

You can reach me at deborah(dot)harobeddesigns(at)gmail(dot)com.

Spring Has Sprung Craft Sale!

Even though the winter may still be hanging around, signs suggest it's on its way out and spring is on its way in!

Get a jump on Spring, plus Easter too, at my next craft sale.

Harobed Designs is taking part in the "Spring Has Sprung Craft Sale" being held in Elmira, ON, on Sunday, March 17.

As usual, I'm busy planning what to take...

With wedding season not far away, I may take some of my closet accessories, for anyone looking for a shower gift. Many of my padded hangers are made from silk, so add a touch of luxury to any closet.

Ditto some of my aprons. The gorgeous royal blue apron at left has always been a favorite. (Hint: it's one hundred percent washable Dupioni!)

The one at right is also 100% washable silk - a great way to make an impression as the "hostess with the mostest" next time you entertain.










I may offer some of my vests... they are great transitional pieces as the weather warms up. Wear them with a  sweater, blouse or long-sleeve t-shirt to the office or out to dinner. All are one-of-a-kind designs  - once they're gone, they are gone.

The show is being held at:

Elmira Lions Hall
40 South Street West
Elmira, On N3B 2Z7

Show hours are: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

As well as a range of craft vendors, the Easter Bunny is making an early appearance. Admission to the show is free. And, there are door prizes!

If you need to contact me about this show or other shows Harobed Designs is taking part in, I can be reached at:

deborah(dot)harobeddesigns(at)gmail(dot)com.

Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

Winter Blues Vendors and Craft Bazaar (Feb. 23, 2013)

Who says you have to have the blues in winter? It's easy to avoid them by doing some shopping.

Whether you're looking for yourself - or for birthday or wedding gifts - you'll find plenty to choose from at the upcoming Winter Blues and Craft Bazaar.

Harobed Designs is taking part - and we're already wondering about the merchandise we'll be offering...







Is it still a good time of year to offer one of our luxurious tea cozies?












Or how about adding some sunshine to someone's life, via our sunflower yellow apron?

Then, there's always a selection of our Cozy Wraps, lightweight but super warm, in case anyone is going on a cruise or will be in overly air-conditioned places in the not-too-distant future...









Or, shall we give fashionistas a head-start on spring weather, with one of our one-of-a-kind vests?

All these and many more of the items we make are possible. But, to know for sure, you'll have to come out and join the fun!!

The Winter Blues Vendors and Craft Bazaar is being held at:

Erindale Presbyterian Church
1560 Dundas St. West
Mississauga, ON

The church is located just to the east of Mississauga Road, if my consultation of online maps serves me well.

Or, you can call the church for directions: 905-277-4564.

The show runs from 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2013!

See you there!


Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

Unleash Your Inner Scarlet Woman!

February is all about Heart! Not only do we have Valentine's Day on February 14, the entire month has been chosen as heart month.

As a result, my company, Harobed Designs, is offering to donate $5 to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, for any item purchased from the following, curated from our collection for our Unleash Your Inner Scarlet Woman special.


First, we offer several items in sumptuous velvet - stretch velvet, that can be washed in most cases.

 Pullover in luscious red velvet with white fox trim, size M

 Flirty Velvet vest with ruffle trim, size M

 Deep Crimson Poet jacket, one size fits most.

 Regal velvet vest with satin back and half-belt at back, size M

 Sheer scarlet cover-up, with black trim, one-size-fits-most








 Our Cranberry Glamor Wrap adds a touch of luxury to whatever you're wearing, especially when you are too busy to change before going out. A travel must-have! One-size-fits-most.




















You can also unleash your inner scarlet woman in more subtle ways... as with scarlet accents.

 Silk noil hostess pinny with stunning scarlet poppies. One-size-fits-most - and it's wasahble!

 There's no limit to where you can add a dash of scarlet! Chic hangers such as these give new life to your closet!

 Another cover-up option. Stylish enough to wear out and about - or save it for the boudoir. Again, scarlet adds a subtle but stunning accent. One-size-fits-most.

To purchase, please go to our Shopsite at the following link. Please note, to return to this page, you'll need to use your browser back button, not the Shopsite links.

http://www.deborahcsawyer.com/shopsite_sc/page6.html

Questions about items can be sent by email or via our office line 416-968-0786 or 716-852-2220.
Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

A Sweetheart Deal! (February 2, 2013)

If you didn't get shopping out of your system over the holidays late last year, here's another opportunity!


Even better, the Sweetheart Gift Show and Crafts Sale will provide opportunities to contribute to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, just bring all your pennies for the donation jar.

Other than that, admission is free and you can shop till you drop, at least for a few hours.

And...  Harobed Designs is taking part! Once again, it's short notice, so we're busy planning what we'll offer for sale...

For example, even if you won't get an opportunity to spice up your love life this Valentine's Day, you can spice up your closet - or the closet of a friend - with some of our sensuous silk and satin padded hangers.



Perhaps you have more conventional plans for February 14?



In that case, we'll bring some of our flirty pinnies or perhaps a little something in red velvet?







Then again, it's that time of year when people make plans to travel. Harobed Designs' one-of-a-kind vests make great travel accessories.

They fold up really small and offer great ways for wardrobe stretching as you gad about on your travels.

 All are made from re-purposed fabrics and ribbons, many from remnants that would otherwise have been discarded, and are completely washable.

Then again, maybe we should be more practical? After all, this is Canada and it is winter... So perhaps we'll offer some of our fleece vests, which combine the warmth of fleece with some extra style!

To join in the fun, here are the details you need:

Sweetheart Gift Show and Crafts Sale
Saturday, February 2, 2103
Noon to 5 p.m.
Port Dalhousie Legion
Rooms 1 and 2
57 Lakeport Rd.
St.Catharines ON
905-934-1261


Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

Winter Wonderland - last minute shopping opportunity!

Remnants - which we transformed into aprons!

December 22 is the last Saturday to shop before Christmas (Gregorian version), so come on out to Winter Wonderland  and get all those last minute gifts and stocking stuffers!

Royal blue washable silk - also from remnants

Harobed Designs is taking part and we'll be offering a range of items - especially for those people on your list you can't quite figure out what to buy  - along with other Toronto-based crafters. It's also a great opportunity to buy local as well!

Padded hangers make a great gift!

Details are on the organizer's facebook page at the following link:

https://www.facebook.com/events/457770777603372/

But, for those who are truly time-pressed, here are the basics: December 22, 12 noon to 6 p.m. EST
Storefront Theatre
955 Bloor St. West (at Delaware)
Nearest subway: Ossington on the Bloor Line, Delaware exit.

Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer

Give gifts for the home!

Team Family aprons: including sizes for kids!

It's that time of year - here in the Northern Hemisphere - where we tend to draw in and hunker down, to get through the colder weather and also deal with the short days and long nights.

All the more reason to think about the home, especially with gift-giving season on the horizon.

At our next show, we're featuring items for the home.

Shown here are just a few of the aprons we'll be offering to customers at the Mistletoe Market, held November 19, 2012 at Royal St. George's  College School in Toronto.

Want your guy to be more active in the kitchen? Try giving him a man-size apron!

Washable silk!

Royal St. George's College School is located in the Annex part of Toronto and is reachable from the Bathurst subway stop, on the Bloor-Danforth line, or the Spadina stop, a little further east. It's located between Howland and Albany, north of Barton.

Flirty polka dots

Public hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There are also a number of public "Green P" parking lots throughout the area plus 'first-come, first-served' street parking.

Copyright Deborah C. Sawyer