MacPhee Workshop Parka

This red and white parka was made in Edmonton, Alberta, by MacPhee Workshop.
This parka was found at the Bissel thrift shop off 118th avenue with minimal damage. All she needed was a gentle clean, some new fur, and some hole repairs around the wrists and zipper.

Measurements:
Pit To Pit: 19”
Length: 34”
Arm Length: 21”

Red & Gold Parka

This red and gold parka was found at the Bissel thrift store in Edmonton, Alberta.
This parka and outer shell had virtually no damage and just needed a gentle clean. The pointed hood suggests that the garment may be either French or Dene influenced.

Measurements:
Pit To Pit: 19”
Length: 34”
Arm Length: 22”

Bebe Cho Parka

This parka was purchased in Edmonton, origin unknown. The garment was well-loved and needed a full makeover, down to the liner.
The liner was completely taken out along with the zipper and the outer wool shell was deep cleaned. The liner was then replaced along with the original zipper, and was finished with new white fox fur.

The measurements are:
16-17” length
15” width
11” shoulder
31” arms spread

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The Huntress Parka

This parka was donated in Edmonton, Alberta. There is no tag or known origin, but we believe the coat may be Dene influenced due to the cut and some of the accents.

Both the outer shell and the wool garment needed a wash. The fur was completely replaced with white fox fur. There was a small hole in the armpit that needed stitching.

The parka is 41” long, and approximately 19/20” wide. The wingspan is 51”.

What’s interesting about this parka is that it came with a rifle case, hence the name “the huntress”. This case is 24” long, 4” wide on the smaller side, and 9” on the larger side. It opens on both ends so the wearer can thread a strap through and wear it on their back.

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Inuvik Blue Bear Parka

This parka was donated locally by my cousin Roberta Alook, a famous tiktoker, model, and artist. The fur was replaced with white fox fur, and the outer wool shell received a gentle dry clean.

The measurements are:
42” long
19/20” wide
52/53” armspan

The Gemini Parka

This parka was purchased in Edmonton at the Bissell Thrift store. It had no damage whatsoever, with the fur in good condition. This coat only needed a gentle wash.

The measurements are:
34/35” long
22/23” wide
55” wingspan

Inuvik Jurnie Parka

This youth sized parka was purchased through Facebook marketplace in Edmonton, Alberta. This coat needed a lot of TLC, the fur was burnt and the liner was badly stained and ripped.

Both the outer shell and wool layer received a deep clean, the liner was completely stripped and replaced. The fur was also completely replaced.

The measurements are:
33” long
17” wide
50” wingspan

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Double Curve Parka

Purchased in August 2022 via Etsy. This parka came from Toronto Ontario, and features a grey embroidered “double curve” design.

This parka came with severe staining and wearing around the elbow and cuffs. The fur was also disintegrating and the pompoms were completely destroyed.

Our artist started the restoration process with a deep clean and stain removal. They also removed some of the wear and pilling by shaving the wool component of the parka with commercial razors. Once the parka was thoroughly cleaned and dried, they artist added a new fur lining to the hood and stitched a tear by the seam.

Size Estimated: Women’s Small
Pit To Pit: 20”
Length: 30”
Sleeve To Collar To Cuff: 29”

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James Bay Arctic Fox Parka

This parka was donated locally in Edmonton, Alberta. There was little to no staining, so the parka received a gentle dry clean. However the hood and fur needed to be completely replaced. The hood liner was replaced with satin.

The measurements are:
34” long
19” wide
53” armspan

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