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City of San Diego recognizes Sew Loka Day

City of San Diego recognizes Sew Loka Day

KPBS Midday Edition · KPBS

February 12, 202632m 0s

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The city of San Diego has officially recognized Feb. 13 as Sew Loka Day.


Founded in 2013, the sewing shop and studio has been at the helm of San Diego's growing slow fashion movement.


Thursday on Midday Edition, we sit down with Sew Loka's founder to talk about the significance behind the recognition, what Sew Loka means to the community, and her own journey through fashion.


Then, Black Comix Day returns this weekend. Since 2018, it has celebrated Black creators and artists working in the comics industry. KPBS' Beth Accomando previews the event.


Guests:

  • Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, founder, Sew Loka
  • Keithan Jones, comic artist, founder of Black Comix Day
  • Bryttney Mischele, artist