Tell us a bit about Stitch
Apparel and how it all began...
Stitch Apparel is about 3 mates/next door neighbours feeling like they could be doing something
more with their lives, something that requires them to take a risk and, above all, do something they really enjoy.
Stitch
was started by me (Davey Barber) and long-time friend Chris Thorley. After I
was diagnosed with epilepsy 6 years ago, I suffered 3 separate seizures while I
was driving and crashed into 3 light-poles... at least I’m consistent right?! The
latest one was fairly serious and super scary, which prompted
me to think I might be running out of chances. About a week later I approached
Chris and asked if he’ would like to start a clothing label with me. He responded
with, “Yep!”.
So,
we started Stitch Apparel with absolutely zero experience in screen printing, contacts, sewing, design,
marketing, money or business - just a simple love of streetwear. Now, one year later, we’ve added Chris’ brother Tim to the crew and we’re
looking to make a huge statement in 2015.
What are your
long-term goals for Stitch Apparel?
I
guess a big one for Chris and I would be to be able to quit our day jobs and
work full time with Stitch. Possibly open a store. We’re not 100% sure where
this label will take us but if we can have a laugh along the way that'll do,
pig, that’ll do.
What brings you the
most joy from your creative practice?
EVERYTHING!
Working alongside your best mates, when you see someone wearing a shirt you
made is pretty cool and also meeting new people that we otherwise wouldn’t have
met.
What can market-folk
expect to find at the April event?
A
few strapping young lads! Oh and lots and lots of clothing. At least 12
different T-shirt styles, socks, hats, beanies! They will most likely be the
first to get their hands on our first ever winter range.
What is it about
Hustle&Scout that made you want to be a stallholder?
Our
photographer extraordinaire Vic Tawagi from VRTCL told us about the event and we thought
it would be a great way to meet other legendary Canberrans that share our love
of all things fashion.
But
honestly, we just thought it looked cool ;)
MY FAVE THINGS
Guilty pleasure: Shoes, hats and shit tatts
for Chris. Beer for all three of us, and we’ll find just about any reason to buy
some new clothes.
What you wanted to be
when you grew up: Chris & Tim: NRL Player. Davey: Comedian
First song on your
ultimate mixtape: Thundamentals – Move it up.
Fav place to chill out
Canberra: Chris’ roof. We chucked two couches on the roof for beers and lovely
sunsets/sunrises.
Your role model/s: Mitch Hedberg or Steven Wright for
me. For Tim it’s Nelson Mandela.
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