Leek Life November/December 2013 | Page 16

HANDMADE BY HOLLY CROW Young designer spre H olly Nancarrow is a young and aspiring clothes designer who decided on Leek as the ideal location to launch her own business in which she not only designs garments but makes many of the pieces in her clothing range ‘Handmade By HollyCrow’. Already a favourite on the vintage and handmade fair circuit, ‘Handmade By HollyCrow’ situated in the charming galleria of Getliffe’s Yard, boasts an eclectic mix of bespoke designs and re-worked vintage items of clothing, carefully selected accessories and vintage items as well as an original line of home wares and soft furnishings. With a First Class Degree in Fashion Design from Derby University, Holly has been selling her own designs at vintage fairs and online for the last few years. After moving back to Leek last October she has become involved with the Totally Locally market and other local businesses which she feels has given her the push she needed to take the plunge and open her own shop. Speaking to Leek Life Holly explained: 16 Leek Life November/December 2013