One of my favorite things to do no matter what city I’m in is go to local boutiques/shops. I love checking out local artist/merchant merchandise. One company that I have fallen hard for and want to share with all is Paper Diamond Clothing. I’m a sucker for all things PNW...as you all know. So as soon as I saw the brands slogan Northwest Til Death I was hooked & wanted to know more about this local creator.
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Created by Curtis Ashby Curtisashbyart.com in 2008, As a way to display & sell drawings he had created. The concept...create something out of nothing. Starting all of his designs by drawing them on paper, scanning onto a computer then with a little work it becomes a diamond.
I asked the meaning behind the brand. Curtis responded.
“Northwest Til Death” was coined a proclamation of pride for the region that we live in here in the Pacifc Northwest. The Northwest is such a unique area to live. I wanted to make a line of apparel that reflected that uniqueness.
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Painting throughout middle school and high school, taking multiple art classes per day, paved the way for the artist he is today. A friend wanting to purchase a painting only if he had a place/funds for it, got Curtis thinking about how he could create affordable art. The idea of a clothing company was born.
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Curtis is currently working on the winter collection for the Northwest Til Death line. With a few new shirts, sweatshirts and more to look forward to. Also keep in mind beanie weather is upon us. Curtis hand sews the patches on to these trendy beanies he sells. So keep an out...they are my favorite!!!!
You can snag Northwest Til Death goods at local Tacoma stores such as:
You can snag Northwest Til Death goods at local Tacoma stores such as:
Compass Rose... also the Olympia location
Bleach
Nearsighted Narwhal
Tacoma Art Muesum
Or check out their online shop...
If you haven’t yet we are doing a giveaway so make sure to head over to my Instagram to participate
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Look out for the next Postcard From The PNW You
Brittney
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