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fur backpack, Michael Kors, Swoon Patterns

The Fur Backpack — It’s a Wrap

October 7, 2016by mainelydad26 Comments on The Fur Backpack — It’s a Wrap

Fall, Folliage and FUR! It's finally done, my Michael Kors knockoff fur backpack. There's not a whole lot to say, other than I'm totally loving how it turned out. Perhaps the best part of the project was how much FUN I had working on a non-apparel project. It was really refreshing, and I'm already [...]

fur backpack, Michael Kors, MPB Winter Frolic, NY Elegant Fabrics, Swoon Patterns

Backpack Crush!

August 27, 2016by mainelydad17 Comments on Backpack Crush!

Oh, MIchael, you may not dig the hairy forearm look, but I'm totally crushing on your hairy / fur backpack for Fall 2016. Talk about "Love at First Sight" !!! Even though this backpack is plastered all over MK's website, I can't find it for sale anywhere. NOT that I would ever be able [...]

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Ahhh! Springtime in Maine. Enjoy this virtual garden tour. Thanks to self isolation there's no need to shovel or snowblow one bit of it! Stay safe everyone, and find your silver lining during these troubled times. #mainelydad ,#ilovespring , #poormansfertilizer

I think these times call for a big juicy tailoring project. For me, there's something peaceful and soothing about a ton of basting and hand sewing. So I'm going to give this Ron Collins blazer a go. The fabric is a dark indigo crosshatched seersucker from Merchant and Mills. I'd been eyeing it for ages and finally decided to go for it. Thank you @oakfabrics. The whole jacket will be underlined with black silk organza to add a bit more structure. Thank you @gorgeousfabrics. I'm ready for a deep dive. #mainelydad ,#mainelymenswear ,#sewcialdistancing , #sewstayhome ,#imakemyownclothes ,#covid19blazer, #vogue9262

The joy of everyday clothes! The unsung heros of our wardrobes. For me it's khakis, a button down shirt and sweater. I try to add just a little "something" that brings me joy when I put on my clothes. It could be a horn toggle, an unexpected lining or a completely useless pocket. Homer seems unimpressed, but I'm loving these "just a little beyond basic" basics. More on the blog. #mainelydad , #mainelymenswear ,#menwhosew ,#imakemyownclothes ,#finlaysonsweater ,#threadtheory ,#threadtheorydesigns ,#jedediahpants #stylemakerfabrics ,#oakfabrics , #metrotextiles , #shirtmaking, #sewover50 , #so50men

Some may have wondered if Homer ever got his matching coat. Well the answer is yes! So here he is, the world's most uncooperative model. The pattern and directions are from a Professor Pincushion video on YouTube. It's a fun make, and I'd like to think that Homer enjoyed being both a bit warmer, and being the most stylish pooch at the dog park. #mainelydad , #menwhosew , #schnauzersofinstagram

Today's theme for the #MadeWithWoolContest is Bags,Purses and Totes. I've been watching from the sidelines so far, but today I get to join in the fun. This is my fold-over tote made with Harris Tweed and faux fur. The interior is constructed with quilting cotton. There is a padded divider for a laptop, a zipper pocket and a variety of slots for all the other stuff I need to carry. I love the versatility of this style, which can be either a messenger bag or big deep tote. #mainelydad, #mainelymenswear, #MadeWithWoolContest, #harristweed, #fauxfurmessengerbag, #makersgonnamake

Thank you Closet Case Patterns for featuring me on your blog. The response it's generated has been overwhelming. It's been especially gratifying to see the number of sewists who want to dive into menswear. I say it all the time.....if I can do this, anyone can. #Repost @closetcase.patterns with @make_repost ・・・ Today on the blog we have the first Sewist Spotlight of 2020 with Duane, @mainelymenswear. After he made the most beautiful Sienna maker jacket at the end of the year we checked out his blog and fell into a fascinating world of handmade life on the coast of Maine. Couture garments! Sailboats! Mini Schnauzers (meet Homer!) All wrapped up in a package of good information, a dose of humour and some seriously timeless style.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Head over to the blog to read a great interview with this talented sewist! __________________________⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #maker #sewingblog #sewingblogger #isew #sewing #diyfashionblogger #slowfashion #fabric #sewingaddict #sewinglove #sewinglife #sewsewsew #sewaddicted #sewist #sew #sewing #sewer #sewn #sewersofinstagram #sewist #sewistsofinstagram

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