Category Archive: jacket

Japanese jerkin, rejigged

In a case of perfect timing, I’ve finished rejigging my cosy, fleecy Japanese jerkin… just as spring makes its appearance in Melbourne and I theoretically have no need of cosy, fleecy things. Actually, a few… Continue reading

Refashioning ethnic dress – Yao jacket

As you might have realised by now, I’m a big fan of ethnic textiles, embroidery and handicrafts – especially crafts that you can actually wear. The problem is, even if a garment is… Continue reading

Akha do do do…

Anyone who knows me is well aware that I have something of a penchant for all things ethnic. I may have even touched briefly upon this in a previous post. So of course… Continue reading

Entering the realms of the tech-savvy

I finally found a place in my house where the light is flattering and for some reason makes me look like I’m in an art gallery or somewhere slightly trendy. Of course, the… Continue reading