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ARTIFACT x BRIXTON Workshop Collective Fall 2022 Collection
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ARTIFACT had the pleasure of working with BRIXTON (San Diego, CA) in designing and producing a line of products for their Workshop Collective Fall 2022 Collection. We created: a minimalist leather card wallet, an adjustable leather hat band, a leather key clip, and a cotton twill apron w/ removable leather neck strap. All handmade in our Omaha, NE studio to our exacting standards with solid brass hardware and premium full grain leather.
Video: Upcycled Bags Using Antique Military Textiles + Studio / Equipment Tour
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Sharing an edition of upcycled 1930's military duffles and hand-aged vegetable tanned leather. I also discuss the equipment used to made these bags. Part of our sustainable collection.
2022 Nashville Guitar Show Trials & Tribulations
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Trials and tribulations of exhibiting at Nashville Vintage Guitar Show in 2022
New Guitar Accessory Collection
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Long before ARTIFACT (and children), I was a touring guitar player. Our new Guitar Accessories Collection is near and dear to my heart - with a nod to classic, timeless design.
ARTIFACT Feature on Alliance For American Manufacturing
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I was recently interviewed for a feature on Alliance For American Manufacturing, where I spoke about the benefits and challenges of using domestic labor in today's market.