Unique creations from collaborations between l'Empreinte artisan-members
To mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of their cooperative, l'Empreinte artisans are collaborating to create unique and exclusive pieces!
Fashion apparel and accessories you'll cherish for years to come. Spectacular silver jewelry you won't find anywhere else. Original and exclusive objects for the home as gifts. Discover these limited-production creations and stop by the boutique to pick up your favorite pieces before it's too late!
Given the exceptional and ephemeral nature of this collection, many of the pieces presented on this page are available exclusively in our Old-Montreal gallery boutique. But you can also order them by contacting us.
We'll be happy to assist you with your remote purchase!
Isabelle Kapsaskis and Sonya St-Gelais
Spectacular jewelry in silver, felt and silk
"It's going to be big, and it's going to be beautiful!"
Immerse yourself in the creative universe of Isabelle and Sonya, two artists who, by fusing their talents, have given life to a totally original jewelry collection. Their minds are a perfect match, blending metal and textile fibers to create original, daring and surprising pieces. A collaboration in which each jewel tells the story of a perfect artistic alchemy.
Sonya St-Gelais and Alain Laferrière
An artistic and unusual pin cushion
Discover Sonya and Alain's collaborative project, where felt and wood are transformed into a magnificent pin cushion! This object, more than just a utilitarian accessory, is a true symbol of fine craftsmanship. Let yourself be inspired by this fusion of talents, proving that art can be both beautiful and practical!
Pascale Viau and Sonya-St-Gelais
Totally original, eco-friendly textile creations!
Discover the collaboration between Sonya and Pascale, two textile designers who have combined their talents to design a unique capsule collection. Combining felt and reclaimed fabrics, they transform these materials into true works of wearable art. Explore the sources of inspiration and the collaborative process behind these exclusive creations, which reflect the know-how and creativity of Quebec's fine crafts.
Katherine Paré and Pascale Viau
Unique garments, recycling and screen printing
Pascale and Katherine, two passionate craftswomen, have combined their talents and know-how to create a collection of unique t-shirts and blouses. The project, born of a friendship and shared vision, blends artisanal screen-printing and fabric recycling. Each piece tells a story, with inspired, hand-printed motifs. Their motto? To combine creativity and eco-responsibility, to offer authentic, sustainable clothing.
Katherine Paré and Julie-Soleil Nadeau
We're not reinventing the tote bag, but...
Katherine and Julie-Soleil have combined their talents for the duration of a project, to create one-of-a-kind tote bags, mixing leather and reclaimed textiles. Discover their journey, from painstakingly gluing fabrics to delicately balancing patterns. This project is much more than a simple collaboration; it's a creative exploration in which each bag carries its own unique story, paving the way for future creations.
SYLVIE LAFRAMBOISE AND JULIE-SOLEIL NADEAU
A small bench in wood and leather inspired by the boreal forest
In the workshops of Sylvie and Julie-Soleil, the boreal forest inspires the first collaborative project between the two designers: a unique stool combining wood and leather. Between technical challenges and the exploration of new materials, the two craftswomen combine their know-how to create a piece of furniture in the pure tradition of craftsmanship.
JULIE-SOLEIL NADEAU AND MATHILDA LOVELL
Planters you won't see anywhere else
It all started with a simple idea: combining ceramics and leather to create something never seen before. Mathilda and Julie-Soleil took up the challenge. Together, they designed unique planters, where leather embraces ceramics in new ways. This project is much more than a collaboration; it's a story about colors and textures.
MATHILDA LOVELL AND ELFENN MANROT
Transparency and contrast for a distinctive tealight holder
Mathilda, céramiste, et Elfenn, illustratrice, se sont unies pour créer une pièce unique en céramique : un photophore où la lumière et le noir et blanc se rencontrent. Leur projet met en avant la transparence d'une argile spéciale sublimée par la sérigraphie.
Entre contraintes techniques et inspirations partagées, cette collaboration lumineuse allie tradition artisanale et innovation créative. Envie de découvrir les coulisses de cette aventure artistique ?
Isabelle Kapsaskis and Mélanie Laplante
A great friendship, a natural collaboration: unique rings in silver and glass
"We should have done a collaboration way before, we're such dorks. We've wanted to work together for so long and we've known each other for so long." And Mélanie adds, "Isa and I are like a fusion!"
This collaboration is the extension of a sincere friendship, nurtured by years of mutual support and shared creativity.