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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Overdressed

Its been quiet on this blog which means we've been busy with the summer.  I've been sewing but documenting it has just fallen down the line of things I want to do lately.  I recently finished reading Overdressed and it was a good, informative look at our attitudes toward clothing in the U.S.  Its good for self reflection and good for the sewist since it helps you think critically about the things you purchase and whom they might influence/effect.  The next book I hope to read is Where am I Wearing? , another book addressing the question of where our clothing comes from and what the global cost of clothing truly is.  Just trying to live responsively in my small corner of the world!

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  1. Sounds like some interesting reading. I have heard of the Where Am I Wearing but not the other one. I will have to check them out of the library. Have a wonderful night and give everyone our love, holly

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    1. It definitely makes you consider who makes your clothes. I hope all of you are doing well give all my love, Elizabeth

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  2. I started Overdressed a while ago and just haven't had the time I read the rest of it, but I definitely want to! I haven't heard of the other one, I'll have to check it out. I can happily say though that I haven't bought any clothes since December, and don't plan to anytime soon! Glad you are having a good summer!

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    1. Yes, Kelly, Overdressed is a good read, but you do have to plod through it a bit. Good for you not buying anything since December! You know I find myself more and more wanting to wear my handmade garments more than store bought. When searching my closet I always try to start with the handmade. Hope your summer is going well too, I'm keeping up with your sewing as well!

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