Anyone have a guide on how to identify well-made clothes? I was taught long ago, but I've forgotten the specifics and would not describe it well.
The reason I ask is that cheap clothes are usually much harder to mend. The allowances are small, there are no extra buttons, the materials barely hold a stitch, it all kind of wears out at once.
Better made stuff has enough *there* there to put it back together.
(Bernadette Banner's vid has been linked a number of times, thanks!)
@troublewithwords Great question! I usually focus on good materials, particularly natural products over synthetic, but craftsmanship is obviously important too. I also appreciate the video from @haven .
I am also reminded of a conversation about how hard it is to find a proper sweater these days. And when you do find it, proper care (wash delicately, lay flat to dry) is just as important as anything else.
@kgourlay @troublewithwords @haven I’ve noticed that even “good” sweaters (good materials, reputable brands) are hard to keep looking nice now. They snag and pill, no matter how well I care for them.