About PAW*

PAW* or Piece A Week is a series where I design, pattern, cut, and sew a new piece of clothing each week, every week of the year. 

I am undertaking this as both a creative exercise and a means to grow my brand and establish its identity. Over the past year or so, I have released two full collections, all designed and made by hand. Though I enjoyed the process and the feeling of completing a collection I often felt restricted by having to tie pieces into overarching themes that are central to collections. 

PAW* will allow me to keep making pieces I enjoy that are built on the foundation of Ezra Ketter Smith without having to be related to a greater theme or idea. 

Additionally, I will also be starting to look at outside production as keeping up with hand sewing everything has become quite a task. PAW* can serve as a resume of sorts providing various unique pieces that I can present to manufacturers as well as retailers around the city where I am interested in getting my work stocked.