a new love for denim

after some much needed shut-eye
i'm finding these blue almonds open wide-
looking, collecting and remembering.
blinking is like a short film these days

today i REdiscovered my love for alabama chanin

some of my textile based (wearable) art appeared in a fashion show alongside this amazing line a good many years back at the OGDEN museum of southern art.

it was a treat to meet Natalie and some of her team at that time
when i was wide-eyed and enthralled with handcrafted artforms.
an obsession which has continued to this day.

despite the summer heat already settling in all-around
i find a new love for this hearty denim
like a good pitcher for ice tea,
or a well-worn quilt at the foot of the bed-
denim seems like the answer.

all aspects of alabama chanin are enviable and notable:
beautiful hand-crafted garments, earth-friendly sustainable practices,
community-based business concept, high-quality raw materials,
and an aesthetic that feels at once wholesome and luxurious.

enjoy these photos from their website.

and then check out the entire collection here.

lastly,
I'm longing for a trip to their factory and store-
they're hosting an open house and sample sale in June.
Anybody up for a road-trip to Florence, AL??

Hearty,
Rebecca