1840 Journal

Meet the artisans, discover their expertise, and share their passion.

Chronicles

Joining forces for Canadian design

3 Oct 2018

A conversation between Peter Simons and Samuel Lambert, founder of Lambert & Fils

The idea behind Fabrique 1840 was to create a mutually beneficial ecosystem with the artisans. For Samuel, it's an opportunity to connect a bit more with his primary audience and to return to his roots. For Peter, it's an opportunity to get in contact with the artisans, to witness their creativity, and to tell their story.

For you, it's a gateway to tons of Canadian creators and manufacturers!

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Slow Fashion: The Opposite of Consuming and Throwing Away

By adopting the principles of slow fashion and offering timeless collections, designers like Miljours and HOTELMOTEL aim to change the fashion industry in a sustainable and respectful way.

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Chronicles 27.05.2019

Taking It Easy: Slow Living

Rather than launch into a frenzied productivity race, creators like Lookslikewhite and La Compagnie Robinson value sustainability and taking their time.

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Chronicles 08.04.2019

Spring Style: Denis Gagnon's Favourite Things

In fashion, there are fewer and fewer rules. People like to wear what they want all the time. Pieces need to be simultaneously chic, comfortable, and versatile.

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Chronicles 08.03.2019

The Pogonat: The Big Reveal!

Designer Camille Côté and host Catherine Pogonat present the fruit of their collaborative efforts and reveal The Pogonat, an exclusive hat created especially for women. All profits will be given to Chaînon, a non-profit organization that helps women in need.

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Chronicles 19.02.2019

The Pogonat is pulled out of the hat!

Not so long ago, Fabrique 1840 announced a new electrifying collaboration between Catherine Pogonat and Camille Côté. Once more, the creative duo invites us to join them behind the scenes to discover the Pogonat, an exclusive, limited edition creation that will go on sale March 8, International Women's Day. All profits will be donated to Chaînon, a nonprofit organization that helps women in need.

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Chronicles 29.01.2019

When decluttering tugs at one's heartstrings

It's never too late to make a good resolution, and this one is as contagious as it is efficient: the KonMari method offers to help us organize our lives and minds.

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Chronicles 11.12.2018

Why Gift Canadian Design?

The holidays are a time to reflect on the year that's coming to a close. It's a time when we think about what's next and enjoy treating ourselves. For these reasons, I'd like to invite you to take some time to reflect on your consumption habits, because you have a remarkable tool for making a difference: how you choose to spend your money.

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Chronicles 21.11.2018

Tipping Our Hats to Camille Côté x Catherine Pogonat

Camille Côté and Catherine Pogonat are making hats for strong-willed women in their collaboration that's turning heads. Fabrique 1840 invites you to have a sneak peek behind the scenes of modern hat-making. A limited edition of Le Pogonat hat will be available as of March 8, marking International Women's Day. All profits will go towards Le Chaînon, a nonprofit organization that helps women in need.

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Chronicles 16.11.2018

Daniel Vézina's top design picks

For this celebrated chef who often collaborates with designers, a product that's made with care by an artisan not only has the potential to tell a story, but provide an utterly unique experience. Here are three pieces he's particularly fond of.

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Chronicles 05.11.2018

An iron hand in a porcelain glove

Meeting ceramicist Marie-Hélène Robillard

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Chronicles 30.10.2018

Promoting Canadian Expertise

A conversation between Peter Simons and Samuel Lambert, the founder of Lambert & Fils

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Chronicles 23.10.2018

The rug's artistic evolution

From a simple functional object to a genuine work of art, the rug has carved out an important place for itself within our homes.

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Chronicles 16.10.2018

Hat Heads: A little chat with those who love a good hat

Tall or small, round or square, traditional or eccentric, hats never go unnoticed. But they always reflect the work of the hands that made them…

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