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Lessons from Madame Chic: 20 Stylish Tips I learned While Living in Paris

I just ordered this deliciously stylish book and can't wait to devour it!  

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happy stitches,

Eliza

Men of the Cloth

1. Taken from Vicki Vasilopoulos'  page-

"I first conceived of MEN OF THE CLOTH when I was Senior Fashion Editor at DNR, a menswear trade magazine that is now part of the fashion bible Women's Wear Daily. I became fascinated by Italy's artisan tradition and the incredible pride and passion that's part of the cultural DNA of Italy's master tailors.

I truly admire these artisans who live a life of meaning and purpose – and create clothing that’s as beautiful inside as it is outside. They’re unsung heroes – with skills that have been honed over the course of a lifetime -- and my film honors their legacy for a younger generation.

MEN OF THE CLOTH unravels the mystery of their artistry as they confront the decline of the apprentice system and navigate their challenging roles in the twilight of their career. 

In this fast-paced world, the art of making handcrafted custom (or bespoke) clothing -- with a pattern created for each individual – has been declining for years. There are few remaining Italian master tailors, and this turn of events inspired me to share the story of Nino, Joe and Checchino with the world. But while their personal stories are quite distinct, they also give us an insight into the current state of their craft as a whole. So as much as it’s a character-driven film, MEN OF THE CLOTH is also a meditation on the value of craftsmanship and handmade clothing.

In the film’s visual through-line, we show a process that takes several weeks in real time: we follow the making of one bespoke suit from start to finish – from a bolt of cloth to a beautifully constructed garment.

HOW YOUR DONATIONS WILL BE USED

What I need now are the finishing funds to polish the film and to prepare it for screening at festivals and for broader distribution. This includes:

• Color Correction 

• Sound Mixing

• Mastering to HDCAM tape

• Poster Design

If you enjoy soulful and inspiring stories that celebrate the creative spirit and humanity of individuals, please become a backer of this campaign -- and you’ll ensure that the film gets out into the world."

So inspiring.
Happy stitches
Beth

Designer love...Kaliyana

Kaliyana - The Anti Suit  I found this awesome non-suit at this lovely blog  A Fool for Fabric.  

I love the way that Margy wears the Anti-Suit alone and then coordinates it with other items in her wardrobe!  She gets so many new outfits by using each piece in new ways.  This is an art which I must learn.  Of course, I would love to have her gorgeous figure, but I'm working with my body as it is and realizing for the first time that I can and should dress myself nicely regardless of my weight.  

Check out the other offerings by Kaliyana, too.

happy stitches,

beth

made to fit a grown-ass woman.

yep

this one is for me

february lady sweater

by Pamela Wynne of Flint Knits

will swatch this up in this

happy stitches,

beth

knitting for a cause. the big knit.

 

i love this.

if

you

knit

try

this

happy stitches,

beth

what to cast on next?

revival

mandel

walnuss

i love each one of these designs

by the very talented

fallmasche

will see if i can get gauge with

this

oh, gauge, the bane of my exsistence

happy stitches

beth

blocking. help?

she's blocking

do you have to pin blocked items?

can i just let her lay there stretched

out on the towel to dry?

she's suppose to resemble this:

sundayknits

when finished

but

my gauge is wrong

therefore she'll be shorter

note to self:

get the gauge,

yes,

 the row gauge, too!

idiot.

happy stitches,

beth