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Monthly Archives: November 2009
Hi/Lo – Simplify
Lately I’ve been looking for pieces that are basic, simple colors, simple fabrics, etc. without being dull as dirt. Goes back to that age old discussion about fashion, just because designers have all the tools in the basket, doesn’t mean they have to use them. Sweater- Hi: $196/Lo: $130 Henley- Hi: $45/Lo: $30 Belt- Hi: [...]
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Off the Hanger: Bindery Dept.
When I was cutting my teeth in the design world, I spent about a year waiting for a position to open in the design department at a print shop. During that year I worked bindery, and I have to say it was really a great experience. Pretty thankless, but a trial by fire job of [...]
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Off the Hanger: Simple Saturday
Enjoying the Indian Summer we’re experiencing here in early November. Last week 2′ of snow, this week 70 and beautiful blue sky. It’s got me feeling optimistic, so much so that I even believe that motorcycle might be running by end of day…. Pants (rated highly for motorcycle riding) Sweater Jacket Belt Boots (thanks 10engines) [...]
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Japanese Folk Monsters
I think some of these would be great prints. They come from a book by Manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. The top is my favorite, here’s an excerpt of his “powers”: “The Makura-gaeshi (”pillow-mover”) is a soul-stealing prankster known for moving pillows around while people sleep. The creature is invisible to adults and can only be [...]
Drink of the Week: Cognac Sour
Cognac Sour: Cognac Lemon Juice Grated Ginger Simple Syrup Strainer Crushed Ice Martini Glass
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How To: Townie Upgrade
There seems to be a plethora of older American made frames out and about (Schwinn, Ross, etc.) that can be had for dirt cheap. I picked up this American Ross frame at a flea for almost nothing and made a few upgrades. After a bit of searching on Sheldon Brown, I realized that there was [...]
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Agatha Christie Art