MAKESHIFTER IN THE PRESS
March 8, 2018
Quoc Pham Blog: Reclaiming Artisan With Makeshifter Canvas Works
"I realised one wool triangle or shape could be visually as powerful as this whole pattern.”
July 16, 2018
The Radavist: Golden Pliers is Portland's Newest Bike Shop!
"Each product lining the shelves and walls of the shop has a special place in Kevin and Becky’s cycling experience from their many tours and trips in Oregon."
October 13, 2018
Path Less Pedaled Shop Visit: Golden Pliers x Makeshifter
March 27, 2018
Portland Monthly: Style Your Ride with This Portland Cycling Gear
"Know what happens when you pedal all over the place? You get hungry. Enter the Snackhole from Makeshifter Canvas Works: strap it to your handlebars and tuck in some tasty goodies..."
June 25, 2018
Bike Portland: Golden Pliers, a bike shop and cafe, opens on North Skidmore at Interstate
"The shop has a very welcoming vibe that’s more akin to a cozy corner bakery than a place to get your bike tuned up."
April 10, 2018
Willamette Week: The Best New Bike Gear as Recommended by Local Bike Shops
"It's basically the Mary Poppins of bike bags."
November 20, 2017
Our Mother the Mountain: 5 Questions
"Offering handmade bike gear is my way of reaching into the bike world to signal to people that there is a place for them, even if they don't race bikes or weigh their gear or look like the people in the advertisements."