Rainy Day Layering

There's a lot going on here in shades of olive, purple, gray and black, all anchored by those boots. Need more? Visit her 'blog, jank is swank.

First Anniversary

So sweetly sang the bluebirds on the vintage dress that Tobi Weldon of Ivey Handcrafted was moved to make them an unique headdress of ecofelt.

This 'blog today recorded its 11,000th view. Lost in the whirl of Saturday was its first anniversary. The 2008 MAINx24 fashion show featured in its fourth posting became this year's co-production of Collective Clothing and The Chattanoogan.
2010 is looking awesome already!

MAINx24 Fashion Show @ The Choo Choo

More than a fashion show, what we saw today was a catalytic moment. Bloggers, crafters, designers, models, musicians, photographers, publishers, promoters, resellers, stylists, upcyclers, and a videographer converged upon the Choo Choo Garden Terrace to give account of their avocations, all in the spirit of MAINx24. Organizing this event was a pleasure. You wanted it. Sondra and I simply gave you an outlet. Thanks for making it memorable.

Red on White

Chattanooga awakened to a dusting of snow Saturday. The rosette is crafty repurposing of a zipper that she found on Etsy and her winter coat a thrifted Belk's of Charlotte original.

Details

Boots that chime with her western blouse, a classic pea coat, the crafty rosette and a perfectly wrapped scarf prove once more that it's not what you wear but how you rock it.

A Seasonal Salute

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle is a favorite mantra of

The Chattanoogan, who recently learned a new term:

upcycle. Yes, renewed purposes elevate their constituent materials. These window dressings at River City Apparel

on Frazier Avenue lend another dimension to holiday cheer.

MAINx24 Fashion Show @ The Choo Choo

Isn't Megan the Best Margot Ever? And what a gorgeous poster by the amazing Abigail! Come to see them and all that Chattanooga has to offer the MAINx24 Fashion Show @ The Choo Choo. The last train left this station in 1970, but at 4pm Saturday the yellow trolley returns, filled with both period fashions and the timeless art of clothing design plus an up to date look at local roles in the crafts marketing phenomenon. This event is a co-production of Collective Clothing and The Chattanoogan.