Behind & beyond everyday objects.
This latest video ventures into the latest collaborative project by heritage mainstays Pendleton and Dr. Martens. From initial sketches to the final product, a rare insight into the respective textile and boot-making processes cover the weaving, welting and closing steps. Ultimately this culminates in an 8-eyelet 1460 boot and messenger bag fashioned with classic Pendleton fabric.
Read MoreSeea hang tags are handmade by Mr. Colt Bowden and his beautiful letter press machine. We are so fascinated with the process and the love that goes into printing them. There is something magic about letter-pressing and the beautiful feel of the imprint. video by Voila! Press music by Majestic Pop
Read MoreIn this episode of Subculture Club we take you to the studio, the warehouse, the party, the home and the private office space of some of the most influential screen printers in Los Angeles, California. You have seen their posters, their t-shirts and their prints all over your city. Now get an intimate look into the art, the inspirations and the business behind screen printing.
Read MoreIn 1974, Dominican immigrant Don Antonio Martinez started a small shop in New York City selling hand rolled cigars. Thirty-eight years later his son, Jesus, carries on the tradition. The shop combines craftsmanship with community, mixing equal parts work and play.
Read MoreHandcrafted longboards.
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bags-accessories cutting Design process engraving handmade laser cutting material process Product wood wood laminating wool For Autumn/Winter 2011, Shwood has joined forces with fellow Oregon-based company Pendleton Woolen Mills on a limited run of Shwood’s “Canby” frame style. Crafted from Oregon-grown Cherry wood, the frames feature laser engraved temples adorned with Pendleton’s iconic “Chief Joseph” pattern. Taking the collaboration a step further, Pendleton manufactured a matching carrying pouch woven from a limited batch of wool, exclusive to the project. With both parties dedicated to domestic manufacturing, the project pays tribute to the state of Oregon and the heritage manufacturing techniques that make the products great.…
Read More“I was very surprised when we first went into this that no one was making salt in New York, and very few on the East Coast; but, as we’ve become more involved in the business, I think there are very few people who are crazy enough to start a project like this.” Meet Steven and Natalie Judelson, sea-salt fanatics and husband & wife team behind Amagansett Sea Salt Co. in Long Island, NY. They are New York State’s only sea salt makers and one of only four artisan salt makers…
Read MoreFormer ranch hand Kyle Rosfeld (bootmaker.etsy.com) found a new path making traditional cowboy boots. Read the Etsy blog post here: etsy.me/sandhillsboot.
Read MoreGull Lake Boat Works – Custom wood canoes, kayaks & paddles.
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