
sirtom is taking a short break
Reviews
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Manji on Jul 25, 2017
5 out of 5 starsA truly stunning bag! Beautifully designed and made. Hope to purchase more in the future:).
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Ren Bell on Apr 21, 2016
5 out of 5 starsLove my new, custom tote bag! Wonderful communication with seller, will shop again!
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Anne on Jan 5, 2016
5 out of 5 starsI couldn't be more delighted with my purchase. The clutch is even more lovely than it's picture online. The quality is beautiful, it's really a very special item. Thank you Sirtom :)
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hutchison1 on Dec 29, 2015
5 out of 5 starsDispatched and arrived quickly. Beautiful custom items bought as presents, and the recipient is delighted. Thank you so much. Highly recommended.
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Paula on Jun 22, 2015
4 out of 5 starsPretty but small. It is pretty and looks as nice in person as it did on the website. It is too small for a wedding clutch though. I was afraid of that but I went and bought it anyway. I will use it either for my daughter who is a junior bridesmaid or as a make up case though. I have another from Etsy from two years ago that I will use again since I already spent the money :(
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Anonymous on May 15, 2013
5 out of 5 starsSo cute! I love the dresses, look forward to buying again. Thank you so much!
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Anonymous on Apr 3, 2013
5 out of 5 starsThe clutch is lovely and super quick service too!
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Anonymous on Mar 21, 2013
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful!! I love it!! Thank you so much :)
About sirtom
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1/5 - It all begins with sketching out my ideas using my favourite Artline marker.
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2/5 - I make my own silk screens for printing onto yardage.
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3/5 - Choosing colours is so fun. I've gone for a mustard yellow here.
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4/5 - Screen printing in progress. I have to make sure my repeats are accurate!
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5/5 - The finished product! My screen printed design on top, block printed design below and gold rope piping!
Come full circle with Sir Tom.
Making things has always been my way. I get lost in the process and smile when I reach the end, thinking, 'what will I create next?'.
All my designs start with a simple inspiration, such as native flora or folk art. I spend plenty of time sketching until I am happy with how the idea is evolving. I then scan my drawings into Illustrator and Photoshop, and start arranging all the elements into a cohesive pattern or layout.
Choosing colours can be overwhelming as there are so many beautiful shades to consider, but once I settle on a palette, the fun begins. I can spend days on the computer working on one piece of art, depending on the complexity of the design and the amount of colours, and I love it!
Once the design is finished it is time to print to fabric. I use a range of printing techniques, from digital to screen printing to block printing. It's great to pry myself away from the computer and race into the studio where I can get my hands dirty!
I expose my own silk screens and then hand print straight to yardage. There is nothing more satisfying than pulling ink across the screen then lifting it up to reveal the textile design. Carving my own blocks for fabric printing has also been a joy, for its simplicity and rustic charm.
Many years ago, a few good friends pitched in to purchase a second hand industrial Singer sewing machine for me! Not long after that, my dear mother gave me her 1957 Singer sewing machine. I have added an over locker to the list and am happily equipped for all sewing projects, big or small.
Being able to sew seems to be a skill in decline. I find sewing to be not only fun, but essential to completing my design process independently, to come full circle, creating a finished product using my original textiles. Thank goodness my mum taught me how to sew when I was so young.
I knew I majored in Photography at Art School for something...for product shots of all my Etsy items:) While it takes time to compose each and every shot, I enjoy working out the ideal angles and exposures to let the subject matter shine.
Making things...it's just what I do, and it's worth every single minute. Thanks to my loyal family, friends and customers for all your love and support over the years, I greatly appreciate it. Anne.x
Shop members
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Anne Waters
Owner, Designer, Creator
I'm a designer/illustrator who lives in sunny Bondi Beach, Australia. I studied at Sydney College of the Arts and Enmore Design Centre. I love to make things by hand. I am inspired by colour, patterns in nature and all creatures great and small.
Production partners
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Spoonflower - Fabric Printing Service
Durham, NC
Spoonflower are an ethically sound digital fabric printing service. They have printed my colourful and detailed designs, many of which contain super-fine line work, to perfection. The base fabrics are of exceptional quality and the colours are superb
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I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: