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Trousers Measurements

20 November, 2019 by James

When taking measurements for a pair of trousers, it’s very important that you are taking each measurement from the same height. In the 1860s, …

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How to Wear Trousers Properly and Avoid Gaposis

18 September, 2011 by James

Have you noticed that modern day fad of wearing your trousers too low? Today’s trousers are often worn at the hips, or even lower, which can be …

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Natural Dyeing with Madder Root

4 March, 2011 by James

The Madder Root Prior to the creation of man made, synthetic dyes in the late 19th century, all dyeing was done with natural products. One such dye …

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Coat Measurements

28 August, 2009 by James

Before the first stitch is made, and before the drafting pencil ever touches the paper, measurements must be taken. When measuring, the goal is to …

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The Modern Tailor, Clothier and Outfitter

22 July, 2009 by James

Tailoring knowledge has traditionally passed down from master to apprentice, with little written down. Tailors had their own secret methods of …

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