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fridays are tie days -duxbak

Thanks to the sewing skills of XOELLE, a gifted flannel Duxbak shirt was turned into some bow ties. She has the rest for sale in her shop here. Beyond the handiwork want to give props for the attention she gives to the wrapping (a sewn envelope, very cool) and all the printed inserts etc. Extra mile.

I chose a batwing style, not as forgiving on these upcycled materials I bet but she made it work. A diamond point version is available too. Thx Elle. Further Duxbak pr0n here.

lands' end -windpoint

Lands' End used this slightly rough/tweedy looking WindPoint™ material for kids outerwear last year, but it must not have been popular as not offered for kids this time and this adult jacket looks about to disappear -on sale now for $39. No accounting for taste I guess. Grab it, runs large.

Waterproof/breathable AquaCheck® laminate
DriOff™ finish
Sealed seams for total waterproof protection
PolarThin™ insulation for warmth without bulk
Fleece-lined upper body

file under 'i'm a sucker for packaging'

Stopped in my tracks this AM over these bottles. Guess Mountain Valley changed back to their 1800's logo back in 2005. Maybe this Arkansas water just arrived in our store... not sure. Apparently it is PURER than the driven snow, as the water now being sourced fell to earth over 3000 years ago. Further reading.

pawlet game supper -nov 13 2010

On November 13, 2010 be in Pawlet VT. The Annual Wild Game & Chicken Pie Supper. Menu is bear roast, venison roast, venison stew, mooseballs [like meatballs made out of... -ed.], chicken pie and vegetable, salad, homemade pies [yes w/ cheddar -ed.] and beverages. Doors open at 5 p.m. At the Pawlet Firehouse, 155 Rte. 133... you'll see the crowd, you can't miss it. Adults $12.00, under 12 $6.00. Need more info? 802-325-3495. (Read about 2008's dinner here.)

These things have a habit of disappearing right when you start to count on them... but this will be the 42nd supper hosted by the volunteer fire dept of Pawlet to raise funds. The drive from Manchester/Dorset over the flats to Pawlet is a stunner and by 4:30 the sun may be going down; cue sunset drive. Temp will dip though as you wait in line to get in; dress properly.



JacShirt: Johnson Woolen Mills; mine.
Shirt: Levi's olive flannel. In reality I only have 1 plaid flannel (wife's grandfather's) but like that chambray necklining there...
Vest: Johnson Woolen Mills, Japan-only makeup.
Nov 13th is opening day meaning first day of deer hunting in VT. Do not go for an early morning stroll w/o a blaze hat. Maybe forego the dawn/dusk strolls for a while actually.
Gloves: Brookville, Burly Bear. Gets cold waiting in line for 5 o'clock hence some old school Wathen's as backup.
Jeans: Jean Shop, Rocker. Been trying to bust these for the DenimeDebate.
Socks from the Vermont Country Store and boots from Maine.

If you get there way early, head into Mach's General Store in Pawlet and let the kids look down the viewing grate in the floor onto the (seasonably iced) waterfall.

wolsey

My brother has been bombarding me with images of tweedy overcoats, looking for ideas. He prefers something that is so thick it won't even fold over your arm. "Indestructible" was his word I think. Then he threw this in;

Check Wolsey. Expedition collection. As in Scott. Antarctic.

Wolsey can lay claim to being one of the oldest textile firms in the world (est. 1775) with very British knitwear and non-exciting undergarments as their mainstays. They are currently owned by Matalan.

Wolsey was one of the outfitters that clothed R.F. Scott and co. and they (Wolsey...) have dug through the archives and recreated some of that kit. Some items are trumpeted as being Made In England or similar, so I will assume the rest made in Thailand by robots -all prices are v v reasonable.






The Gov Issue. Nice touch.Their main line of crested scarves, collared shirts and rugby jerseys is pretty firmly in Sloane Ranger territory. The UK knitwear is all good as you would expect. Wolsey hold a Royal Warrant for their hosiery.