Fujinella.

Tell us about your label, Fujinella, and what the name means?

Fujinella is a combination of names, I was originally going to call the label “Nella” after a resident dog that lived in a hotel in Mexico I had stayed at on holiday and when I first thought about putting a label together and “Fuji” comes from when I actually put pen to paper and started sketching the collection in a restaurant in Tokyu call Fuji – mammas....Hence... Fujinella.

What inspires you creatively and keeps you motivated?

Honestly everything, feedback from my loyal customers, things that lack in my wardbrobe, a women in a fabulous out, art, movies, travel...

Describe your workspace...

I am fortunate enough to work from home, I have a sewing room/studio under the stairs....very Harry potter...

You're a Melbourne based designer - what do you enjoy most about being part of the creative scene down there?

Being able to drop everything and head out for a coffee if I need a creative break, we are fortunate to live around the corner from Heide.

What is it about Hustle&Scout that made you want to be a stallholder?

I love the energy, vision and thought that goes into this market.

MY FAVE THINGS

What you wanted to be when you grew up: I’ve always wanted to be and experience everything, fashion designer, naturopath, actor, dancer, Olympic athlete you name it I wanted to be it at one one point!

Fave place to unwind: The bath.

Australian fashion designer: I don’t really have a favourite, I’m a bit of a minimalist, less is more. It’s more about the garment and look for me.

Song on your ultimate mix tape: Beautiful People, masters at work.

Fashion piece you have made: The Grace wrap and the Diane dress, these styles never get old, I have customers that order them every year.

Dint Designs.

Tell us about your label, Dint Designs, and what inspires your designs?

Dint designs is hand crafted contemporary jewellery made by me in Canberra. I love making jewellery, starting with a piece of metal and creating something that someone will choose to wear and hopefully love as much as I do. Textures influence me - I love the way different textures look, feel and reflect light.

What do you hope to achieve over the coming year for your label?

To have more time to experiment with different pieces.

What did your love of jewellery evolve?

I have loved jewellery for as long as I can remember. I used to love trying on my mum’s jewellery when I was growing up. My parents gave me a gold bangle when I was a young girl and it ended up having to be cut-off my wrist as it wouldn’t come off anymore. I still have the two pieces of cut bangle and they hang above my jewellers workbench.

Tell us about your workspace...

My workshop is setup in my house in Canberra and has relaxed feel. My workbench is under a window that has great light.

What can market-folk expect to find at the September 12 event?

Lots of earrings, rings, necklaces and bangles made from sterling silver, copper and brass.

MY FAVE THINGS

Meal to have cooked for you: Absolutely anything cooked by my amazing mum.

What you wanted to be when you grew up: A superhero would have been fun!! But as that wasn’t an option… I had absolutely no idea and loved changing my mind weekly. I would always dream of different things. Now at the age of 36 I have found that thing and I love it!

Australian jewellery designer: No one specific, I’ve always loved unique handmade pieces that have character. I have mostly bought jewellery from markets.

Song on your ultimate mix tape: I love most music but don’t have an ultimate song as there are just too many to choose from.

Piece of jewellery you have made: I love my twin spinner ring with a copper and silver spinner. I wear it everyday and play with it a lot.