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Workshops:
Learn to silkscreen the Peach Berserk way. Learn everything you need to know in just one day. It's easy and fun and it's Canada's most effective and best attended silkscreen workshop.
Upcoming Dates
January 31st, 2010 11:00AM - 08:00PM
February 14th, 2010 11:00AM - 08:00PM
February 28th, 2010 11:00AM - 08:00PM
March 14th, 2010 11:00AM - 08:00PM
March 28th, 2010 11:00AM - 08:00PM
To learn more about our workshops click here.
Register Online!
Supplies:
Get Peach Berserk approved silkscreening supplies and COMPLETE KITS for every budget. We have everything you need to start silkscreening NOW!. Click here to order.
Studio Rental:
Experienced silkscreeners, and people who have taken our Silkscreen Workshop, are eligible to rent our professional silkscreening studio and work along with the experienced printing staff at Peach Berserk. For more info click here.
Book:
Finally it is at the press!! My NEW, and Geniusly informative How to book on Silkscreening!
It comes with an all-new instructional DVD, that follows the chapters of the book.
DVD:
Our Peach Berserk Silkscreen Workshop and Biz Tips for Misfits is perfect if you are thinking about learning how to silkscreen and even start your own creative business.
For a limited time only we're selling the DVD for just $19.00 CDN. Order it here.
Click here to follow Kingi on Twitter now!“My friend tried on a dress and I immediately wanted it. Peach Berserk brings out the jealousy in you!”
“I first came to this store as a little girl with my mother about 17 years ago. To me Peach Berserk is an institution to Toronto that has survived the rapidly occuring Queen West gentrification process. They embody the funky and original clothing design creativity that Queen West used to be.”
“Peach Berserk is worth coming back to Canada for!”
“Thank you for my new order! Everything looks wonderful and fits great. I could wear my purple Lobster Twist stretchy dress every day of the week. Sadly, nobody at my office seems to appreciate why it is awesome that I have a skirt with Gary Numan on it.”
“Hey Kingi - My daughter Katie & I received the items we ordered from you just last week. Thank you so much for your prompt delivery & your amazing designs!! We are thrilled with our new Peach Berserk.......tomorrow we're off to NYC and we'll be "sporting" our amazing PB pieces while we're there!!! : D Thanks again....and I'm sure we'll see you again soon.....already scheming about print combos for our next Peach Berserk pieces!! : D Lisa (& Katie)”
“Hello Kingi and other amazing people at Peach Berserk,
I received my wedding dress today.I have to tell you that I’ve noticed a certain expression on the faces of people when I have mentioned to them that I ordered my wedding dress online solely on the basis of your website, without ever having been in the store or seen your work in person. The set of their face, the look in their eyes says “oh-dear-poor-deluded-woman.” I opened the box slowly, realized I was holding my breath. When I saw that glorious splash of painted roses, my breath burst out as astonishment and laughter. I undressed immediately, zipped up the dress and slipped it carefully over my head. I am beautiful in this dress. It is the me I feel I am inside, magically revealed on the outside. And then the jacket. Oh my, the jacket. I didn’t want to put it on at first. How could anything cover this amazing dress. But I did put it on, and turned to look in the mirror. And somehow the jacket makes the dress even more perfect and beautiful. Then I had to weep for a while. A lot of words to say just this – thank you. I feel the love in the dress.
Angela”
“Thank you so much for making the most beautiful, perfect dress I've ever seen in my life!!!
You are AMAZING!!!!
I'll be in touch!!!
Cheers!
Hillary”
“Hi Kingi and Allan
thank you again for the great workshop. I left Toronto with a smile and completely satisfied with all the learnings and the experiences I made these 2 days. It worth every penny of my trip! I also made a light table and I'm setting a small studio to continue printing.. thanks again for everything... You made my summer!”
“We can't just walk by. We always seem to get sucked into the store and buy something!”
“We should have this in Montreal!”
“We were really inspired by the abundant creativity that exists at Peach Berserk. It was the highlight of our entire 5 day trip.”
“ I got my gorgeous, crazy, amazing dress from the ladies down at Peach Berserk. I couldn’t have been happier with it! I was the only one at my prom with an original or “different” dress.”
“The one place I have to go to when I visit Toronto is Peach Berserk!”
“My "Garden Party" dress arrived today.
THANK YOU!!!!!!
It looks fantastic and fits well.
I'll let you know how the party goes.
Thanks again!!”
“My daughter Layne purchased a dress for her Grade 8 graduation and it was a huge hit, the dress is amazing thanks Kingi for your assistance and great taste - A very pleased mother.”
“I just wanted to let you know that I got the dress and I think its absolutely beautiful. I really loved the gold accents on the flowers. Thank you so much for making such a great and creative design!”
“To the girls at Peach Berserk,
I love my custom hoodie! The silhouettes & roses look great together.
Thank you for the tank top, it was so thoughtful of you.”
“I just received my dress that I bought on ebay and I adore it. It is quite possibly the best thing I have ever spent money on. When I found out you did custom work I almost fell on the floor!! I would love an Edie Sedgwick hoodie. To tell you the truth, I would take item in your lovely store with Edie on it.”
“ bought your fabulous punk rock print dress (with the cute pink fringe and flowers!) for prom, and felt absolutely dazzling in it. (Got a ton of compliments too!) At prom I noticed a friend of mine, Emily also had a beautiful dress from Peach Berserk! ”
“I wore my "Boardwalk Babe" dress every day on my trip to New Orleans last week- it was a record heatwave, so I only packed cute sundresses to wear. The guys at the Zydeco Dance, the waiter at Napoleon House, and the lady sitting next to me on the St. Charles streetcar all loved it, and no matter how hot it got, I always felt glam!”
posted by: Kingi on February 6th, 2010
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We ladys are startin' to spread our funky fashion beyond our amazing Toronto home.
Right now, you can find us at The Closet in Tucson Arizona, The Bohemian Exhange in L.A.... The Paradise Surf Shop Santa Cruz And at Hilary Flowers in the World's Fashion Capital... New York City! And this is JUST a start. Here is a pic of Our Peachy Goodness at The Closet....
posted by: Kingi on February 5th, 2010
Don't forget! If you are in the Ottawa area, be SURE to visit 'Tickled Pink' it is a Shakespeare/groovy fashion sale all in one. We will be there of course, showing off our latest looks for Spring...ESPECIALLY Party Dresses. Just talk to Kathleen...she will be taking orders too! For the deets, go to http://www.thirdwall.com/whats-on/tickled-pink/
Don't miss out! And if you have any questions about this (or anything!!) call me
416 504 1711 xoxox Kingi
posted by: Kingi on January 28th, 2010
We are going to Ottawa! If you are going to be in the area, join us at 'Tickled Pink, Shakespeare, Shopping Showtime" for an amazing Shopping and Theatre event! Get the deets at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=241247767131&ref=mf
Also..... there is a great fundraising event for Haiti that we are involved in tomorrow, Friday Jan 29th at Nathalie-Roze and Co, on Queen St East, join us for a drink and shopping if you are in town!! Details at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=277020891355&ref=nf
And ...... if you come by, or phone Peach Berserk, and order one of our Fabulous silk dresses, ask for 20% off, between now and the end of February... and questions about anything..... call me 416 504 1711 xo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on January 21st, 2010
This Friday, January 22nd, we will be featured in a fabulous fashion show in New York City! If you are going to be in the city, please join us. Show starts at 10:30PM at ...
Amnesia NYC
www.amnesianyc.com
609 West 29th Street
New York, NY 10001-1109
(212) 643-6464
and the Facebook link is... http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=273267568840&ref=mf
posted by: Kingi on January 21st, 2010
Peach Berserk wants to give to Haiti. One way you can support is to purchase one of our groovey Haitian Proverb T's. Proceeds go to the relief effort.
posted by: Kingi on January 16th, 2010
Hey everyone!! Please donate to, and attend this amazing fundraiser coming up this Saturday, Jan 23rd! You can drop off any donations at Peach Berserk...be creative, the more fun stuff the better..... And I KNOW the sale will have gorgeous things to buy, so don't miss it!!!
SHOP for the CAUSE 2 : A Fundraiser for HAITI
An event to benefit the RED CROSS' Haitian Relief Fund
Location:Queen East Presb. Church
Time:Saturday, 23 January 2010 11:00 to 5:00 pm
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=444965910424&ref=mf
posted by: Kingi on January 9th, 2010
I am happy to announce that a wonderful store in Ottawa, Paparazzi
is now carrying Peach Berserk. The owner, Kathleen, is the MOST interesting and enthusiastic woman, who is crazy-keen on bringing unique,creative clothing to the nation's capital. We will be travelling to Ottawa to hold a trunk show and sale there Feb 25th-- so if you live in the area, you must be there. So...be sure to visit Paparazzi at
1440 Wellington Street West, Ottawa K1Y 2H3
(at Island Park Drive, inside HUSH)
613-277-7075 613-277-7075
www.paparazzicouture.ca
posted by: Kingi on December 26th, 2009
From now 'till Jan 31st everything is at least 30% off in the entire store. Custom orders are 20% off -- this is a great time to order a Prom, Graduation, Wedding or Spring Party dress! Workshops are 10% off too, so this is a perfect time to register for one, and then use it anytime in the future you like! Please call/email me with any questions! xoxo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on December 6th, 2009
We're so excited to be another slice of the Big Apple. Yes we're now expanding in New York. See and order our designs from Hillary Flowers in New York's trendy Lower East Side.
Hillary Flowers Designer Collective
40 Clinton Street
New York, New York 10002
Lower East Side of Manhattan
Between Rivington & Stanton Streets
Hours: 1-8pm (Tues - Sun)
posted by: Kingi on December 2nd, 2009
Guess what's happening at Peach Berserk this Christmas.....
Everyone is customizin' like CRAZY!!
People are coming in and placing orders for their friends and family..........and it's nothin' normal....
Here are some ideas of what you can do.....for your feline fanatical sister Phoebe- a custom hoodie printed with photos of her own cat- how purrr-fect!
Or your wacky friend Fritz... who is still in love with The Fixx .... why not make him a tie with this 80's band all over it...
Great Aunt Sue would groove to a scarf covered with images from old family photos.
Your wife Magenta is still not over The Rocky Horror craze from High School? Why not get Frankie and crew partying all over a pillowcase??
Now THAT"S doing the Time Warp!
Or bring in little Paula's poems and paintings---and Hey Presto!...we will print them all over a hoodie!
I could go on and on and on!!
SO.....bring in or email pictures or prose of family or friends..or an idea of something they love, and we will get to work!
Let's get creative and personalize with Peach Berserk...it's more fun!
Below-- check out Delish Dana in her Custom DEVO Dress......De-va ...doncha think??
posted by: Kingi on November 12th, 2009
Elissa Lansdelle, host of CMT's show "Dedictated" and the reality show "My Rona Home" was covering the Country Music Awards for CMT. What was covering Ellissa was a Peach Berserk Obama dress. Here's what she had to say:
"I cannot TELL you what a blast I had tonight, thanks 100% to your amazing creation! I got soooo many compliments from people. Reba McIntyre LOVED the dress, and just about everybody stopped to tell me how awesome the dress was. "Madman Inspired," "Gorgeous" and "The way a dress should look" were just some of the comments I got. And I discovered just how many democrats there are in this red state. They went bananas over the subject. YOU ROCK!"
posted by: Kingi on November 6th, 2009
Here is gorgeous Sonia, in the print/dress we made her for Hallowe'en...... I think is looks so amazing she could wear it anytime. Cheers to the Atomic Blonde!!
Here is her message to us....
Hi Kingi!
Thank you and everyone at Peach Berserk for making Halloween awesome :) Phew!!! You guys are the best and I've told a lot of people about your amazing work!
Here is a picture of me as The Atomic Blonde : )
Cheers!
xxSonia
posted by: Kingi on October 24th, 2009
By Lauren La Rose (CP)
Toronto - Produced by Toronto custom design label Hoax Couture and the Fashion Design Council of Canada, the continent-bridging event saw some two dozen Canadian designers and labels create customized designs from fabrics sourced from Africa.
The event was in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, which delivers funds to grassroots community-based projects working to fight AIDS in Africa.
Each designer was given six yards of fabric with which to turn their vision into creation.
The result was a stunning collection of vibrant colourful prints married with beads, bows and ruffles that spanned the style spectrum from flirty cocktail creations to floor-skimming showstoppers.
Notable Canadian talents also braved the runway in teetering heels and larger-than-life designs, bringing a playful attitude and spirit to their catwalk that pumped up the crowd.
Toronto New Democrat MP Olivia Chow, wife of federal NDP Jack Layton, let loose in a stunning ruffle-tiered dress with black-and-white prints of children's faces designed by Peach Beserk.
Organizers hope to raise $100,000 to benefit the foundation.
Lewis said even a few hundred dollars can transform a community's life, and that the foundation would use the resources to provide food for orphaned kids, books, uniforms and health-care.
posted by: Kingi on October 20th, 2009
Ana (pictured on right) ordered a funky alternative wedding dress from Peach Berserk and her bridesmaids ordered their own peachy dresses too! We thought it was a great way to have beautiful bridesmaid dresses that can be worn again and again for years after the wedding too. Thanks for the pictures Ana. You all look GORGEOUS!
posted by: Kingi on September 25th, 2009
Here is me and my old friend , Charlie Angus MP for Timmins-James Bay, at his campaign fundraiser last night. I made a special dress for the auction, and Olivia Chow was the auctioneer, what a blast!! See the FUN you can have with Silkscreening???
posted by: Kingi on September 11th, 2009
Check out some samples of our funky new Fall things! This is JUST a sample-- because every one is a totally different masterpiece!
Hope you come in and take a look soon-- or email us to see more pictures! xo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on September 11th, 2009
Check out some samples of our Crazy Cool new stuff. Each one is a plethora of Print Peachiness! More new stuff just below.... too!!
xoxoxo
posted by: Kingi on August 16th, 2009
The weather in Toronto is finally sunny and warm so one of our fabulous, creative sewers, Petrina has taken her work outside! Here she is working in Bellwoods Park, a beautiful park, just down the street from us. It HAS been REALLY hot, but this is a better type of 'sweat shop' don't you think?? We LOVE that our clothes are made that way, and I think it shows..... don't you??
xo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on August 8th, 2009
I just updated our 'sassy sale bin' page with lots of our one of a kind peachy clothes at super steal prices..... Here is one gorgeous example of what is there, this Terrific Toronto silk skirt for $69...hope you check them out!
posted by: Kingi on July 27th, 2009
Yes we've gone completely berserk. Our latest print is just RATS! Imagine an angelic faced girl wearing a beautiful silk party dress or cotton stretch dress with rats all over and you have our idea of fun and funky.
posted by: Kingi on July 20th, 2009
Check out Magda's groovy Blog and GORGEOUS prom photos!!
http://www.skullgrl.com/?p=511
I LOVE them, thanks Magda!!
xoxox Kingi
posted by: Kingi on July 20th, 2009
Have you been to our crafty crazy Studio/store lately?? Well we are having fun in the sun---painting dresses, sewing, working on new fabric designs....even printing...OUTSIDE. Here is a picture of two of our FABULOUS co-ops, Auzana and Valery, busy at work. Come by and check it out!!!
xoxoxox Kingi
posted by: Kingi on June 11th, 2009
Check out this amazing blog (that mentions Peach Berserk!!) that a groovy gal Oliva writes... http://www.thecheapgirl.com/2009/06/10/silk-screen-dresses-at-peach-berserk/
xoxoxo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on June 1st, 2009
We now sell our Peach Berserk approved and Peach Berserk custom colour inks online!! Check them out buy clicking on the 'Shop Online' tab.......and get printin'
posted by: Kingi on May 19th, 2009
Hey gals! You can still get a gorgeous custom made Peach Berserk dress for your special event. As long as you order a minimum of 5 days in advance of your event, we can make something just for you! Please call me, Kingi, if you'd like to make an appointment. Internet orders welcome too. Luv to hear from you! 416-504-1711
xoxo
Kingi
posted by: Kingi on May 12th, 2009
Here is our gorgeous customer Laurie..... meeting the President of the U.S.A. Barack Obama. And look what she happened to be wearing! When he saw her in that dress, he called and ordered one for Michelle! We make them to order in every colour and size, so soon everyone in the White House will be wearing one....even Hillary.
posted by: Kingi on April 26th, 2009
Sun Media fashion writer Heather Toskan invited me to talk about how I design custom prom dresses.
Cut this the link below and paste it into the address bar of your browser to the see the interview.
http://en.video.canoe.tv/video/style/fashion/1896809974/fun-and-funky-prom-dresses/20840591001
posted by: Kingi on April 15th, 2009
Brittany and Stefanie wanted something a little different for their prom dresses than what was available in Wyoming USA where they live. They just googled "crazy prom dresses" and found our crazy site! They loved our dresses and ordered "Show Girl". We think it's cute they bought the same dress. We made each to their own measurements and send them off-- don't they look gorgeous!!
We LOVE getting pictures, and hope we get tons this party season,
xo Kingi
posted by: Kingi on February 25th, 2009
Extra Extra!!! our GORGEOUS new dresses are now in and they're more fun and more colourful than ever. Remember........ that you can create your own combination of print colour and style and we will make it to fit your own gorgeous body at no extra charge! To see all our new prom and party dresses click on "Shop Online" and go to "Fabulous Dresses"
posted by: Kingi on February 13th, 2009
Here is our NEWEST print! It is a little bit New Wave a bit Rock and Roll some Punk Rock and TOTALLY 80's!!
It would look totally awesome on a dress or a skirt or whatever! I myself am SO diggin' it, I am going RIGHT NOW to sew some up so I can wear it tomorrow. Blondie, Madonna, Nina Hagen, Chrissy Hynde ,Bananarama.....it RULES!
xoxoxo Kingi
“The dress came yesterday and I tried it on last night. It fits perfectly and it is gorgeous - everything I hoped for and more! The bowties also look fantastic! Again thanks!! I will be the best dressed chick at the party!
”
“My "I Want Candy" skirt arrived yesterday. LOVE it! Thanks”
“I love my white Edie dress. I wore it out and was complimented many times. I even wore it on my boyfriends motorcycle. :)”
“I wanted to say thank you so much for doing the alterations to my daughter Katherine's grad dress, and to my summer dress from your store, and delivering them to my office. I really appreciated it. Thanks also for including the pair of super cute shorts.
Both dresses fit to perfection. Katherine's dress is absolutely beyond beautiful, and she looked and felt fantastic in it. (And, by the way, in a boiling hot gym and at the dance after, she was cool and comfortable!)”
“Your dress was a real hit on the Las Vegas strip. Many women asked me where I got it. I told them about your website. Don't be surprised if you get some orders from the U.S.”
“Just wanted to tell you (Kingi) how impress I was with your assistant Rebecca. I was initially very concerned with getting a custom-made dress but she made the whole experience so easy and she addressed all my questions.”
“I was here 20 years ago and very excited to see that you're still here. I love your designs, very fun and funky!”