Beckie Vandehoef
Your hometown and your favourite things about it?
Mt Martha in Victoria. I grew up around here and love bringing up my little boy in the same area. We are super close to the beach and an easy drive to the city so we get the best of both worlds.
Favourite type of food?
Hmmm....really good Thai!
Favourite restaurant and where is it?
The Vegie Bar on Brunswick St in Fitzroy, I dont get there nearly often enough though!
Favourite recipe?
An egg free, dairy free, chocolate fudge cake that is TO DIE FOR! Or my special white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake.
Favourite market?
Mornington Racecourse Market by far! Fantastic mix of stalls, great organic coffee, and the greatest pretzels!
Favourite travel destination?
When we get the chance to travel, I love Byron Bay, and also Hamilton Island. I can't wait to go back to Alice Spings either.
Dream travel destination?
Either Germany or Holland, to visit extended family, and I have a sneaking suspicion I'd feel strangely at home there. although I'm not sure I'd last the distance on a plane?!?
What do you enjoy most about making your products? Where do you draw your inspiration from?
My favourite part is being able to make something that serves a purpose out of materials that are otherwise useless, and the satisfaction when someone else loves it as much as me. Childhood inspires me, and a sense of nostalgia, along with the overriding need to recycle.
How long does it take to make one of your creations? Anything interesting about the process that you would like to mention?
Some items take a lot longer than others, on average it takes a week for each run of items. my creative process involves a lot of me looking at fabrics, laying fabrics and trims out to see what goes with what, and pondering. Sometimes though, I know exactly what fabric will make what and which trims to use.
In your words, what makes your products unique?
They are all made entirely of reclaimed materials, I turn unloved or unwanted fabrics and trims into retro inspired fun!
