Extracurricular Activities

Baguio - Spaces, originally uploaded by jsigharas.

In our spare time, and when we are looking for a change in environment and mind-space, we occasionally drop down to one of the Narda's factory's three floors (just below our apartment) to work on a wallet that we have been designing. From choosing the colors, threads, dimensions, and the way that they are sewn, we truly get to be involved with the entire process. Unfortunately, working with Narda's is not part of our workplan, but when we live right next door, it's hard not to peek in on the workers to see what they're up to. It would be such a great internship on its own. Many possibilities are to be had here, especially since all their textiles are hand-dyed and loomed using many unique, indigenous fibers.

Here, Alex works on sewing a few wallet prototypes in Narda's factory sewing-floor. The industrial sewing machines are wild stallions and take a bit of practice to get used to them. When in need, we have quite a bit of assistance from the kind ladies of the factory. There is always someone around to help. Overall, it's fun for both us and them, and I'm sure they find us amusing being on their turf and all...in a good way.