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The Sienna Maker Jacket (well, sort of)

by mainelydad47 Comments on The Sienna Maker Jacket (well, sort of)
The Sienna Maker Jacket (well, sort of)

I've been wearing the same LL Bean barn jacket to work for years. It's served me well, but it's in disgraceful condition. The corduroy cuffs and collar are frayed, the front is permanently stained with coffee, it's missing a button, I could go on. For someone who can sew, it's an embarrassment. So I've had [...]

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A Fall Dog Walking Jacket

by mainelydad24 Comments on A Fall Dog Walking Jacket
A Fall Dog Walking Jacket

OK, call me crazy but I like to get dressed up a bit to walk the dog (my sweet schnauzer Homer). It's a special time between us, usually early enough in the morning that it's just the two of us out in the neighborhood. It's such a great way to start the day. After a [...]

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On The Horizon — MPB Day 2018

by mainelydad6 Comments on On The Horizon — MPB Day 2018
On The Horizon — MPB Day 2018

For those who are wondering what the hell I'm talking about, MPB Day is a fabric shopping extravaganza in NYC, organized by Peter Lapin of the blog Male Pattern Boldness. Not only is he an amazing talent and all around great guy, his followers are the most fun and creative people one would ever want [...]

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Back to EST…..an extra hour to get caught up with "The Brit"

by mainelydad2 Comments on Back to EST…..an extra hour to get caught up with "The Brit"

Readers, yesterday we turned our clocks back to standard time so I took advantage of the extra hour and got started on the pea coat.  My English "sew-alonger" is well along on the muslin.  In fact, she may be on muslin #2.  Yikes!  Time to get moving.  This is the coat.  A double breasted pea [...]