Saturday, August 16th, 2025 at 6pm
A community event at the Noisy Waters Mural Festival inspiring sustainable fashion.
Portal container village, Bellingham, WA
Designers:
Suzanne Lundberg | The Goat's Coat
Entrepreneur turned textile artist with a passion for sustainability, Suzanne’s work revolves around working with her hands and continued design evolution. From jewelry and accessories to wearable art garments and stuffed animals, The Goat’s Coat is a limitless open road… IG & FB: @thegoatscoat
Joy Love | Eleven NW
Joy is a multi-medium artist whose main business is ElevenNW, making custom canvas and upholstery for yachts.
A special thank you to her model and runway show manager Stephanie of Coast to Coast Sustainables for standing in while Joy is off playing with real flying fishes in the Mediterranean.
Becka Vieta | Hexagon Textile & Broom
Becka Viets of Hexagon Textile & Broom is a Bellingham based textile artist, and broom maker. This show is a reflection of her current obsession with female folklore. You can find Hexagon Textile & Broom at Bellingham Farmers Market most Saturdays and at www.hexagonhats.com.
Range | Art by Darcie Gray
A Bellingham-based artist and muralist, Darcie's landscape paintings reflect the beauty of our mountains, forests and coastlines. Using only 4 colors - blue, green, black and white - her color pallet balances calmness and liveliness, the same that we experience in the outdoors & nature.
As a public artist, Darcie is focused on transforming urban spaces through immersive, nature-inspired murals. Each mural serves as a reminder that during the rush of everyday life there’s opportunity to pause and reconnect with the presence of nature.
Website - www.rangedesignstudio.com Instagram - @darciegray_art
Carrie Gunnerson | Flagship
Upcycled garments made from all natural materials- created to inspire less consumption and more fun! Ethically crafted & handmade in Seattle.
Julia Houle | Off Tangent
Specializing in upcycling, sewing, and printmaking, the name Off Tangent is both a nod to Julia’s engineering background and her tendency to veer off the expected path into bursts of unplanned inspiration. Inspired by spontaneity, Off Tangent celebrates the art of straying from the endless repetitive circle and stepping into the uncharted space where creativity truly thrives.
You can find more of Julia’s work on Instagram and Tiktok at @offtangentofficial
Heidi O'Ferrall | Forest Girl Clothing
Forest Girl Clothing is a small local fashion brand created by Heidi O'Ferrall. Her work is inspired by nature, fairy tales, and Japanese street fashion. Visit forestgirlclothing.com to step into this whimsical woodland wardrobe.
Victoria Cassar | Trové by Victoria
Victoria (she/they) is a lesbian eco-artist passionate about wildlife conservation and gender equality. She loves creating empowering feminist artwork and reclaiming materials that would otherwise become trash. Their dream is to create a large-scale eco art installation for the city of Bellingham.
IG: @Trovebyvictoria Web: victoriacassar.com
Suzannah Gusukuma | Lightning Tree Designs
It all started with an idea of making unique wall paneling for the front entryway of her house. The creation of these panels captured her imagination and from there the ideas for fashionable and practical applications started flowing. Now she's electrifying fashion and home goods!
lightningtreedesigns.com Youtube.com/lightningtreedesigns9197
IG & FB: @lightningtreedesigns
Sebastrian G. Fish | Trash Jellyfish Collective
Sebastian G. Fish is the artist behind the Trash Jellyfish Collective, a small business in Bellingham, offering cyanotype prints, upcycled textile arts, thrift, resin goods and other hand-crafted curiosities. Sebastian is also a 3D artist working primarily with textile waste and found objects to create both sculptures and wearable art.
Nancy Watts | Wear Watts
Creative pieces made from discarded materials and always looking for inspiration for Trashion and Upcycled Fashion.
(530) 867-0945 IG: @wearwatts
Breanna Day & Lauren Obukowicz
Lauren and Brianna are two hobbyists fueled by their love of thrifting, creating, and unique fashion.
Madison Stump | The Stump of Approval
Madison Stump is a local upcycler, thrifter, and artist. She produces a wide variety of creative products, including upcycled and handmade clothing, custom made bucket hats, pet toys, stickers, and much more! Madison is also a dedicated educator in Whatcom community. To stay up to date on her adventures and crafts, follow her on Instagram and TikTok @stumpofapproval and website www.thestumpofapproval.com
Sarah Guenther | Little Bird Salon
Sarah Guenther has been upcycling most of her life, debuting her first fashion show with the Goats Coat 13 years ago. As the owner of Little Bird Salon, she combines creativity and community, bringing colorful, sustainable fashion to life. Her passion for design and connection shines through in everything she does.
little.bird.salon@gmail.com
Karma Stambaugh | Frog Around
Karma is a multi-media artist who loves to "frog" around. Todays media of choice - literal garbage. You can find more of their work on Instagram @frog.around.and.find.out or at their booth here today at the mural festival's makers market!
PROGRAM
UPCYCLED READY-TO-WEAR
1. Suzanne Lundberg | The Goat’s Coat
“The Dog’s Coat” (6 looks)
Modern canine companions with coats, accompanied by their humans as accessories. Inspired by man’s best friend.
2. Becka Viets | Hexagon Textile & Broom
(4 looks)
When Baba Yaga was young -because you simply do not become an old formidable hag without moons, seasons, lovers and tides. When Baba Yaga was young she would quietly sweep herself out of the house at night. Journeying through the dark woods she would appear at grunge shows where she would work through her grief and angst in the mosh pit.
3. Madison Stump | The Stump of Approval
“Towel-fits” (6 looks)
Take your beach towel anywhere! Sweaty? Straight out of the lake? Pool day? This is the fit for you!
4. Joy Love | Eleven NW
“BirdFish Summertime Cashmere” (4 looks)
Thrifted cotton t-shirts with cashmere panels that are soft as kittens, influenced by the magical flying fishes encountered when sailing out on the big blue ocean… These natural hybrid creatures inspired multifunctional natural-fiber sun wear for super fly humans.
5. Heidi O'Ferrall | Forest Girl Clothing
"Among the Flowers" (5 looks)
A bouquet of summery floral dresses in lush, romantic hues. Incorporating vintage materials and hand-dyed elements for an elegant, feminine display of wearable whimsy. Available at www.forestgirlclothing.com
6. Breanna Day & Lauren Obukowicz
“Second Chances” (5 looks)
A collection inspired by the joy and whimsey their adopted pets have brought to their lives, reflected in their ‘adopted’ pet fabrics.
7. Suzannah Gusukuma Lightning Tree Designs
“High voltage upcycling” (7 looks)
Shockingly unique bags made from combinations of electrified wood and upcycled materials, such as potato & coffee sacking, quilts, sheets, table cloths & runners, clothing and more. Tote bags, cross chest/waist bags, shoulder bags and wristlets will grace the runway.
8. Sarah Guenther | Little Bird Salon
"Tammy B-Hammy” (4 looks)
Urban leisure wear made from repurposed curtains and other textiles.
9. Nancy Watts | Wear Watts
“COVID masks donated by Whatcom Health Department” (5 looks)
COVID #1: masks dyed multicolored in a drop waist dress with fun swishing skirt and sun hat.
COVID #2: masks again dyed multicolored for long sleeved winter look and pants with generous helping of trimmings and lace.
COVID #3: black men’s neckties pieced to make sleeveless top corset in back and zipper on front with maxi COVID skirt.
COVID #4: masks dyed red and black for COVID mask evening gown.
COVID #5: masks painted with photo chromatic paint that changes color from yellow to blue in sunlight. Graffiti denim coat literally took months to paint and learn art of graffiti.
10. Madison Stump | The Stump of Approval
“Garden Patch” (6 looks)
Patches inspired by our bountiful gardens with picnic vibes. Bringing “you are what you eat,” to the runway.
11. Becka Viets | Hexagon Textile & Broom
(4 looks)
When Baba Yaga was young she would compost her lovers under the dark new moon. A deep hood to hide her face and heirloom quilted coat to keep her warm, and she swept away any evidence with her broom.
12. Heidi O'Ferrall | Forest Girl Clothing
"Kawaii Street Dreams" (5 looks)
Playful, pastel streetwear at the intersection of comfort and cuteness. These basics have been customized with original artwork, appliqué, and adorable details. Available at www.forestgirlclothing.com
13. Julia Houle | Off Tangent
“Double Take” (6 looks)
Fusing two simple button-downs into fresh, complimentary combos that transform everyday shirts into standout statements.
14. Carrie Gunnerson | Flagship
“Throwback: Sodo Style” (6 looks)
15. Nancy Watts | Wear Watts
(5 looks)
-Men’s dress shirts cut and pieced off the shoulder long sleeve empire waist dress.
-Men’s dress shirts cut and pieced into cool summer shift complete with pockets.
-One-of-a-kind A line dress made from Nancy’s child’s artwork
-Denim dress or jumper pieced with denim and men’s necktie strips. Denim flower in front with pockets and deep V back.
-Jacket and denim skirt made from discarded jeans and men’s neckties. Reverse paisley appliqués on back of jacket.
16. Becka Viets | Hexagon Textile & Broom
(4 looks)
When Baba Yaga was young she transformed her mothers lace and fabric into bold outfits with giant skirts. The layers of fabric kept her broken soul warm and hid her many secrets. The bold patterns kept the dark spirits away.
17. Sebastian G. Fish | Trash Jellyfish Collective
"Take Me Out! (I Am the Trash)” (2 looks)
18. Sarah Guenther | Little Bird Salon
"Tammy B-Hammy” (4 looks)
Urban leisure wear made from repurposed curtains and other textiles.
19. Darcie Gray | Range - Artist & Muralist
"Among the Trees" (8 looks)
This collection is a journey through towering trees and winding forest paths. It celebrates what being a muralist is all about: bringing art to the public eye. Each piece is hand-painted on upcycled clothing and inspired by Darcie's large-scale
20. Suzanne Lundberg | The Goat’s Coat
“Clash: Everything Everywhere all Once” (9 looks)
Clashing is the new black. The ataxophobic’s worst nightmare.
TRASHION
21. Karma Stambaugh | Frog Around
"Rubbaging" (4 looks)
Each featuring a mix of upcycled clothing and garbage, and a different handmade technique from chainmail to weaving.
22. Julia Houle | Off Tangent
“The Ground Keeper Samurai” (1 look)
Crafted from leftover plastic template scraps from Bellingham’s own Ground Keeper Custom bicycle fenders, this samurai armor set means business. Built to defend against the full fury of the elements, the Ground Keeper Samurai is disciplined, durable, and ready to ride.
23. Victoria Cassar | Trové by Victoria
Rayna Forest (1 look)
Rayna Forest is the third creation of Victoria’s “Warrioress Collection” (see website for other 2 looks). This costume is made with 338 upcycled gold Prosecco caps sourced from local Bellingham bars. Each cap is meticulously hammered and chainmailed together to create an armor breastplate. This warrioress is a reminder that women have always been warriors, huntresses, leaders, and protectors, despite the historical erasure. May Rayna remind you how insanely powerful, capable, and wild you are!