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A Beginner’s Guide to Leatherwork
If you're in need of another pandemic hobby to pass the time, try your hand at leatherworking; it's cheap to get started and can last a lifetime.
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We get down to the basics, breaking down the core essentials of how things are made and how to maintain them.
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What Are Unions and Why Are They Important?
We often discuss the need for collective bargaining for worker protection, today we're getting into one of the most valuable tools, the union.
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Western Shirts – Snapping Into An Americana Classic
The denim western shirt is an all-season staple that's been interpreted by nearly every major brand, have a look at its roots and what makes it snap.
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Home Grows – How to Garden New Life From Throwaways
At the time of writing this article, most of the world is in a state of lockdown due to the…
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Do the Duties – The Costs and Savings of Importing Clothing
Just ordered a spiffy new pair of jeans from Japan and unsure how much you might have to pay when they arrive? Check out our guide to imports and fees!
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All About Soaps – Handmade, Homemade, and Historical
What's that stuff you're (hopefully) washing your hands with? How was it made? Where did it come from? And how was it first discovered?
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1000 Ways to Dye – Rope, Dope, Piece-Dyeing and More
There are many ways to put pigment in fabric, have a look at our rundown of all the different dye methods in our rundown on dyeing.
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Teacore Leather – What’s it All About?
What's black and brown and leather all over? We dig into teacore, the vintage styled leather treatment that's making a big comeback.
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Vintage Clothing 101 – How to Shop Oldies But Goodies
If you're starting out and don't know your Big E from your redlines, our guide can give you a solid foundation on all things vintage.
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Ralph’s Roster – The Many Faces of Ralph Lauren
The world of eponymous fashion designer Ralph Lauren spans nearly a dozen lines and sub labels, we run down all of them in our in-depth look.