What's New in Store This Week...

This week, we start with the gentlemen. Jaan J neckties are in, this line of vegan, non-silk, skinny neckties come in a variety of colors and patterns for the summer season ahead. 

Queen Bee bags and wallets are back in stock! This Portland based company has been wowing us with their PVC-free faux leather bags and wallets for years. 

Check out these new bags from San Francisco based vegan line Fredd & Basha. 

Local designer, Leah Darling of L.Darling was in this week with some new goodies for our jewelry cases. Stop by and check out her creations in person.

New dioramas are in this week from local line becky's buttons & things including her new crystal dioramas. We also received a restock of her deer diorama necklaces and my deer and young buck buttons. 

Moving onto clothing, we've received a lot of new styles from Gentle Fawn, here's a peak at a few choice pieces...

Local designer, Jil Cappuccio stopped by with some new halter dresses and tops for the summer, you'll just have to stop in to see it all. 

We met with the reps from Spanish fashion brand Kling last week and here's a peak at what we picked up. We can't wait to see what they have in store for us in the Fall. 

Continuing on with the theme of new lines we are happy to welcome California based line Many Belles Down to the store. This line has a playful side paired with flattering cuts and vintage inspired patterns. 

This week we are also thrilled to introduce you to L.A. based line Photogenique. This line pairs basic cuts with original screen printed photography. 

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

Fancy Tiger Clothing

July Denver Made Interview: Sara Guindon of The Pin Pals

Summer is here and July's Denver Made event is just around the corner. This month we'll be focusing on the illustrations of Sara Guindon of The Pin Pals. Sara recently relocated from Montreal to Denver and we're extremely excited to have her illustrations on view for the month of July. Recently Sara was kind enough to take the time to answer a few questions for us in preparation for her first Friday exhibit, opening Friday July 1st from 7pm-10pm at Fancy Tiger Clothing, 18 South Broadway.

FT: How did you come up with the name for your line?

SG: The Pin Pals started when Sam and I met about six years ago in Montreal. Sam made quilted bags and worked mostly with fabric and I was making felted pins called pin pals. We like each others work and decided to collaborate as the Pin Pals. Our business has evolved significantly over the years. These days, Sam works mostly with needle craft and I draw and make paper puppets. Now, the pin pal pun has taken on a whole new meaning since we collaborate long distance (Sam lives in Montreal and I'm here in Denver).

FT: How did you get your start?

SG: When Sam and I started working together we received a project grant through Emploi-Quebec that enabled us to quit our jobs for a year and focus on our business full time. Through pin pals, I gained more confidence as an illustrator. Selling my work in stores and craft fairs was a big step towards focusing more on art and illustration.

FT: Where do you find your best inspiration for your work?

SG: Ah, it's everywhere. I'm definitely inspired by the everyday and movies are definitely a source of inspiration for me. Lately, a lot of my characters find themselves in kitchens, bars and cafeterias, parking lots and grocery stores, but I like to think that there is a story going on in each drawing, intense drama in an unexpected place.

FT: What music do you listen to when you work on your product?

SG: I like all kinds of music. Lately, while working, I've been listening to Stereolab, ELO, Chad VanGaalen, De La Soul, The Hidden Cameras and the New Pornographers. I also listen to a lot of NPR and there is a radio station from France called International Rare Groove that I like to listen to. I've been watching the series Twin Peaks which is all kinds of inspiration and I'm really loving the music in that!

FT: What would you like people to know about your work/process that isn’t evident when looking at it?

SG: I spend a ridiculous amount of time layering colours, marker on top of watercolour pencil, on top of gouache, on top of tea and coffee...that sort of thing. My lower back is sore!

I recently did a thorough interview with the great illustration site Pikaland, if you'd like to read more about what I've done you can view it here:

http://pikaland.com/2011/03/31/artist-interview-sara-guindon

Mark your calendars folks and make sure to join us Friday July 1st from 7pm-10pm for the opening of Sara's month long exhibition at Fancy Tiger Clothing. Enjoy beverages from Great Divide Brewery and as always a stunning soundtrack to the evening. 

xoxo

Fancy Tiger Clothing

What's New in Store This Week...

Guess what everyone?! It's officially summer!!! Well that's something to celebrate and speaking of celebrations we just received a whole bunch of great new Egg Press cards from Portland. These cards are the perfect way to celebrate any occasion be it a birthday, wedding, graduation or a Wednesday. 

Adam Sikorski stopped in this week with a new batch of all things Coloradical including these new shades. They're only 12 bucks, stop in and get yourself a pair today!

Adam also dropped off some new designs fresh off the presses, these designs come in both men's and women's tanks and tees.

Bow Ties are in! Check out these pre-tied beauties available in a variety of prints and colors. How about getting a little sophisticated this summer....

We introduced you to Portland's Layers Squared a few weeks ago and we are thrilled to introduce you to  their newest light weight vest design, perfect for layering. 

A new summery dress from Tulle hit the floor this weekend. 

Local jewelry designer Sam Spitzer of Junk Heart Jewelry stopped in this week with a restock of banner necklaces. He's now taking custom orders so you can choose your very own stamped phrase to adore this necklace. Stop in and place your orders with us today. 

This week we found some great vintage scarves and belts to add to our Fancy Finds collection. 

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

Fancy Tiger Clothing