Andrea Chapelle is the bespoke kilt maker behind Acme Atelier. There is something so special about her kilts, each one is a work of art and look as though they were made with such love and care. Even more interesting is her contemporary approach to the use of textiles. The combinations; colour and texture are beautiful. As a Nigerian that wore a Black Watch tartan kilt as school uniform, I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the use of the strip fabric from Nigeria, Aso-oke, feature in a number of her creations. They also sometimes incorporate batik and wax print fabrics. It is as lovely ‘marriage’ as though that is where they always wanted to be! It just works.
My passion is to uphold this historic craft skill, whilst fusing it with contemporary design and promote a responsible, resourceful means of production, on a small, sustainable scale.
Andrea Chappell
Then came this very special piece shown above that actually just made me stop in my tracks. Do go and read the beautiful story behind its creation in the Kilt gallery where you will see other examples of Andrea’s work. I am also a lover of denim (its those selvedges) and having never seen a denim kilt, I feel like it is what is missing from my life. I am joking but how many times and ways can I say I am taken by these creations. Textures, contracts, bold colours. These are all elements I love and why I am such a fan.
Head over to www.acmeatelier.co.uk to see what I am talking about. You just might have found that special commission you have been looking for. I have something in mind myself. Enjoy the rest of the week and have a great weekend.
Receiving this image from a customer completely warmed my heart. They made these lovely curtains from our Teal Seed Ankara fabric and I think they work perfectly in the space. There is a touch of vintage about the whole space. Beautiful.
Our very loyal customer Astrid rocks her funky adire trousers with style and ease. So cool! Thanks for sharing your creation. Made from our Batik flowers adire fabric.
Another example from the wonderful Stee Bijoux who has used the Orange African wax print to create a unique collection of earrings. These earrings really pop and would add spice to any outfit. Very cool. Check out more pieces from Stee Bijoux here- www.stee-eshop.com. Does this inspire you to get your creative juices running? We would love to feature …
I often hear people comment on how much they love the bold colours and patterns of African prints and textiles, yet are unsure just what to do with them and how to wear them. Well here is one approach that I quite like. One whereby all rules are thrown out of the window. The Print …
Funky Wax print Tees by fashion and costumer designer Elise Kabwe. She owns and runs the brand Kabelis and has produced this range of very cool tee shirts. which incorporates our Lime Green Ankara, Olive and Blue Ankara and also our Orange and Purple Ankara. All these wax prints are designed and made in Nigeria on …
Featured Designer- Acme Atelier
Andrea Chapelle is the bespoke kilt maker behind Acme Atelier. There is something so special about her kilts, each one is a work of art and look as though they were made with such love and care. Even more interesting is her contemporary approach to the use of textiles. The combinations; colour and texture are beautiful. As a Nigerian that wore a Black Watch tartan kilt as school uniform, I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the use of the strip fabric from Nigeria, Aso-oke, feature in a number of her creations. They also sometimes incorporate batik and wax print fabrics. It is as lovely ‘marriage’ as though that is where they always wanted to be! It just works.
Then came this very special piece shown above that actually just made me stop in my tracks. Do go and read the beautiful story behind its creation in the Kilt gallery where you will see other examples of Andrea’s work. I am also a lover of denim (its those selvedges) and having never seen a denim kilt, I feel like it is what is missing from my life. I am joking but how many times and ways can I say I am taken by these creations. Textures, contracts, bold colours. These are all elements I love and why I am such a fan.
Head over to www.acmeatelier.co.uk to see what I am talking about. You just might have found that special commission you have been looking for. I have something in mind myself. Enjoy the rest of the week and have a great weekend.
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