CRAVEgreen Fashion Preview: The Green Chair Project

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April 22, 2010 by Nicole S. | Comments (0)

We all CRAVE cutting edge fashion, that’s why one of the most highly anticipated parts of our upcoming CRAVEgreen party is the fashion show! This unique haute couture experience will include fashions made of recycled, repurposed and organic materials. A proud participant, The Green Chair Project (TGCP)  is excited to showcase some of their own work along with featuring some of the local designers they work with. TGCP will also have a booth where you can snag some stylish pieces!

The Green Chair Project, created by Seattle artist and craftsperson Carina Manz, came to fruition in January of 2009 after years of various ideas brewing that ultimately culminated into one cohesive mission. Carina combined her lifelong passions of art and craft, salvaging materials, creating, and finding innovative ways to improve our environment and community in the development of the project. The mission of The Green Chair Project is to provide artists with the tools necessary to be successful in one’s craft, while simultaneously encouraging environmental responsibility. 

The multiple facets of The Green Chair Project include- 

• Artist Studios- 5 small studios (built nearly entirely out of salvaged materials!), available for lease to eco-minded creators. 
• Gift Shop- Where both in-house and other local artists sell their eco-friendly, handmade wares.
• Community Workspace- Offering community resources and supplies, and educational workshops that teach DIY techniques in sustainability.

Here is a sneak peak at some local artists  The Green Chair Project will be featuring:

Carisa Burchak
 X Marks the Tot- Designer of “Tee Suits”, onesies with matching hats made from adult size printed t-shirts. Click.  

Tina Witherspoon
glam.spoon- “Bohemian chic for women with tenacity.” Click.

Christina Pezzner
Ricicli- Adorable infant and toddler apparel made with recycled materials, such as found adult apparel that has been gently worn, and is out of style or has a flaw. Click.

Jessica Salazar
Orta Vez- Chic ”dandelion” dresses for young girls, made from pillowcases. Click.

Find The Green Chair Project:
SHOP & STUDIOS: 1001 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA 98105
WEBSITE: Click.
EMAIL: info@thegreenchairproject.com

Join us at CRAVEgreen May 11 at Herban Feast! Find out more and buy your tickets here.

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