Do you remember that one weekend in late January when everyone was super upset (or possibly super pleased) by a video about "dumb" quilt clothing?  Well, today we're going to talk allllllll about it.  Dani of Picnicwear and quilter/artist/all-around rad person Lesley join Amanda to digest and dissect Mary Fons' January 2022 video decrying clothing made from upcycled quilts. Two people were riled up and one person changed their mind on the entire matter!"What is Cultural Appropriation?" Arlin Cucnic, Verywell Mind.Quilt preservation/repair by Ann Wasserman @ann_quiltshttps://www.annquilts.com/See more of Lesley's work:Piecework Collective @pieceworkcollectivehttp://pieceworkcollective.com/lesleygold.com Attend Amanda's virtual workshop with the Lake Bluff Library!When: Tuesday, March 8, 7pm CSTWhere: Zoom (you will receive the link after registering)How to register: go to bit.ly/lake-bluff NEW AUDIO ESSAY OPPORTUNITY ALERT!In last week's episode, we talked about the style “rules” that we have all had forced upon us as if they are actual laws. From “no mini skirts after 30 “ to “cut your hair short at some mysterious age,” we are swimming in a sea of style rules around age, gender, size, and lifestyle that are frankly, bullshit.  Yet we’ve been exposed to them for so long that we don’t know that they are bullshit?I want to hear from you: What is a style “rule” that you’re glad to break? What was your journey to realizing that your style was personal and nothing to do with anyone else’s rules and opinions? Or conversely, are you fearful of breaking the rules and why?  Tell us about your relationship with how you dress!Okay, but what is an audio essay?
It’s a recording you make--using either your phone or your computer.
You email it to me at amanda@clotheshorse.world, and I edit and mix it, and add it to an episode. I will not accept written essays for this.  
I recommend that you write it all out, then record it.  It’s okay if you make a mistake while recording, just say that part again and keep talking. I’ll edit it when I put it in the episode!
Record in a quiet room, away from fans/air conditioners.
The deadline for this project is April 1.  Your recording should be anywhere from 3 minutes to 10 minutes long.
Clotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Salt Hats:  purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Gentle Vibes:  We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear:  a slow fashion brand, ethically made by hand from vintage and deadstock materials - most notably, vintage towels! Founder, Dani, has worked in the industry as a fashion designer for over 10 years, but started Picnicwear in response to her dissatisfaction with the industry's shortcomings. Picnicwear recently moved to rural North Carolina where all their clothing and accessories are now designed and cut, but the majority of their sewing is done by skilled garment workers in NYC. Their customers take comfort in knowing that all their sewists are paid well above NYC minimum wage. Picnicwear offers minimal waste and maximum authenticity: Future Vintage over future garbage.Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natur