a tribute to one "personal jesus" of mine.

let me introduce you: rob kalin, the founder of etsy!

RHLS, a modern way to create handmade clothes. from brooklin.

they specialize in super quality, handmade apparel, made by the designers r.mackswell sherman, and sarah jones in redhook, brooklyn. their studio sits sea side, complete with a glimmering view of the statue of liberty, right across the water providing them with hope.

theye like to keep it small, ethical and homegrown. no outsourcing their labor overseas or even out of state (its all done under one roof). they use salvaged materials, dead stock from manufacturers, or vintage sweatshirts, and vintage cotton products as their source fabric.

they are part of a wonderful business model called parachute, (a new project by the founder of etsy.com). theye are exploring ways to help cottage industry pioneers take their business to the next level and compete with mainstream fashion/production industry by providing subsidies and educational opportunities. by supporting RHLS your are supporting the future of handmade industry.

to buy their own stuff, go on etsy, of course!

dolan geiman, a mixed media artist from chicago.

dolan geiman is a mixed media artist
creating original paintings, collages, constructions,
and limited-edition reproductions.
produced from salvaged wood, found objects, and other recycled materials,
geiman's eco-friendly artwork emerges
from a folk art tradition infused with a contemporary, urban style.
originally from virginia,
geiman currently lives and works in chicago.
his artwork has broad appeal to collectors and decorators alike,
successfully weaving together the rural with the urban
and the vintage with the contemporary.
motifs such as rural america, woodland creatures "specifically birds,"
and country music are popular and reoccurring themes,
creating an artwork that introduces
a modern aesthetic while remaining true to its rustic roots.

available online via etsy.

BusyB's are in the net.

check on:
http://www.busybs.etsy.com

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