Ashley Watson

Ashley Watson and her staff handcraft her one-of-a-kind leather products using exclusively recycled material. She began designing handbags with recycled leather in early 2005, inspired by the original features of soft and gently worn jackets purchased from charity thrift stores. She ultimately incorporates these features, such as pockets and seams, into each unique bag or wallet design.

Brave Beltworks

In an Industry Dominated by Production in low wage countries, HANDMADE IN CANADA are three words seldom seen on the original label if any fashion product.

Anne Marrie Chagnon

Anne-Marie Chagnon was born twice. The first time was when she came upon her mother's jewellery box as a little girl. The second was when she began creating her own jewellery and established her company in 1995. With a keen imagination, this fine arts graduate from the Université du Québec à Montréal is now easily recognized for her unique handmade collections that playfully push boundaries and showcase familiar materials in an all new way. Pewter, wood, resin and glass come alive in her hands, simultaneously revealing their primitive, sensual and joyous sides. Their shapes are sometimes crude, sometimes minimalist and sometimes whimsical. And yet, they combine perfectly. Finally, she breaks new ground with cleverly designed pieces that can easily be transformed from necklace to bracelet to earrings. They're nothing short of revolutionary!

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