For less than a grand total of 72 hours, a large warehouse space is transformed into a mecca of locally-produced or acquired clothing, accessories, leatherwear, drawings, paintings, arts and crafts, pottery, lingerie and vintage. A cash-only ultramodern spin on the traditional artisan’s market, 2010 marks SMART Design mart’s second year. Held at a massive warehouse office space on St-Viateur, what a better way to buy clothes (or sell them) than by walking up to the artist and buying direct? The 3-day event features the talents of local designers like Ursa Miner, Simone’s Rose, Squid Wool, and Kazak.
Credit cards and debit are typically not accepted. It’s cash only, and no tax! What is written on the tag is what you pay. I can’t think of a better way to spend a snowy December Saturday Afternoon.