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Found: Portobello Sweet Stuff

May 31st, 2008  |  Published in Event Report
Found: Portobello Sweet Stuff

Lemonade Goodies oh, so Wonderful

Lemonade is not your regular juicy goodness made of lemons. It is much more than that. It brings forth bags, purses, little bitty coin purses, stuffies, plus more and more cute stuff. And who doesn’t love cute stuff? Especially the stuffies, with their wide-set button eyes and mix-match fabric bodies. But seriously, who is Lemonade? Carmen Majeau, that’s who! She’s not a juicy substance but she’s definitely awesome.

Pink Elephants

BPA Metalcraft I want to eat you!

Just kidding! But want to wear you I do. I’m a sucker for shiny, colourful things and that’s exactly what Brendalyn of BPA Metalcraft has to offer. From rings to necklaces to figurines their colours and the glaze finish makes these goodies look like candies. Her designs are smooth and whimsical– some cuffs feature grazing deer, a boat anchor, flowing shapes and a stylized rose.

A Farmers Daughter that Came to the City

A Farmers Daughter is a collection of handmade accessories– and you will definitely fall in love with her creations. She offers an assortment of jewellery made from vintage finds and she also offers a small assortment of vintage items. The feather headbands and hair combs are ever so popular, with their graceful colourful combinations and delicate look.

Smart Tart: best tart you could have

Smart Tart is none other than the fabulous Kat Gorgenyi. Self-proclaimed “maximalist”, her creations are decidedly so. They range from flower chokers to corset-style cuffs to splendid headdresses visibly inspired by glam 40s pinup girls and burlesque dancer queens. She’s also got some pretty sweet bracelets and necklaces. Attention-grabbing, femininely-fabulous, and absolutely glamorous.


Portobello West is a London-style market that creates an avenue for local artists and designers to offer their goods to the West Coast market. It is held on the last Sunday of every month. Check out www.portobellowest.com or our Events Listings page for more details.

Words by Maria Photos by Alex Ramon

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