Monthly Archives: June 2009

Alabama seamstress mends more than garments

Posted on June 8, 2009 by customclothingstore

Cynthia Holyfield slideshow A low hum emanates from the “green machine” in the corner of the cluttered sewing room on Lynn Drive in Oxford. With the push of a pedal, the industrial Brother sewing machine comes to life in machine … Continue reading →

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Portland: Local tailor makes clothes with cycling in mind

Posted on June 5, 2009 by customclothingstore

Here in Portland, we’re used to our top-notch selection of local framebuilding talent, but how about some locally-made, custom clothes to wear on your locally-made, custom bike? And no, we’re not talking about tight hipster-jeans, or roadie lycra and spandex. … Continue reading →

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