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Booth 425

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About the Artist

All items are handcrafted at our local workshop out of Syracuse, New York. Everything is made from scratch, including the patterns that we create and develop. Every single stitch belongs to us. If there is something you're interested in, please feel free to contact us regarding availability. There are limitations on materials and what color schemes are available. 

Frank has been a sole proprietor for over 40 years, since October 1975. He is a second-generation tailor, born and raised in Syracuse, New York. Mechanical engineer with skills in machine tool and dye by basic education. Attended Syracuse University for fashion design. Being a pattern maker, making the pattern is half of everything. His daughter, Kalley, has been his apprentice for over 7 years. She attended The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, for her Bachelor's degree and The Miami International University of Design for her MFA. 

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Selected Works

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Zip-top Scallop

8" x 10" x 4"

Zip-top Scallop

8" x 10" x 4"

Blue Squash

11" x 11" x 4"

Blue Squash

11" x 11" x 4"

Purple Bustier

12" x 10" x 4"

Purple Bustier

12" x 10" x 4"

Ostrich Zip-top Briefcase

17" x 12" x 6"

Ostrich Zip-top Briefcase

17" x 12" x 6"

Zip-top Scallop

8" x 10" x 4"

Zip-top Scallop

8" x 10" x 4"

Blue Squash

11" x 11" x 4"

Blue Squash

11" x 11" x 4"

Purple Bustier

12" x 10" x 4"

Purple Bustier

12" x 10" x 4"

Ostrich Zip-top Briefcase

17" x 12" x 6"

Ostrich Zip-top Briefcase

17" x 12" x 6"

Frank Westfall - Festival Artists - Tephra ICA
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