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I think it’s fair to say that my credibility as a “real” man is shot anyhow, so I’ve decided to learn to design and make clothes. No idea how this one will turn out, but I’ll find out soon – I’m starting a course at the London College of Fashion on 20th. I used to make some clothes when I lived at home, but don’t really remember too much about how to do it.

I know It’s all looking highly amusing – living on Old Compton street, shaved head, piercings, likes to sew. I suppose I could make a little badge of Grace to wear around the place as evidence, but then again I’m not sure I really care that much what people see when they look at me.

I used to look great in trashy alternative wear when I was younger, but as an adult man it’s not really an option… any time I’ve tried, I just look like a wanabe 16 year old. I think the other main option is high end designer clothing – often this is quite unusual and distinctive. The problem is that every time I find something I love, the price tag reads £600.

I think it should be quite fun to dream up an idea for a design and be able to make something physical that matches. It’s not like I’ve taken up knitting or crochet. Yes, you can laugh at me now.

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January 4, 2007 @ 20:06

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  1. ” It’s not like I’ve taken up knitting or crochet. ”

    Cheryl is getting back into “fashionable” knitting and has bought a 2007 Knitting calendar AND a 2007 crochet calendar. She can also make daisy broaches from felt.

    Perhaps she could knit you a hat to keep your head warm. :-)

    Comment by pat, January 5, 2007 @ 4:48 pm

  2. When I go to the London College of Fashion, I’ll ask if they can teach me how to make a daisy broach. Could be the next big thing.

    Not sure hats are a great idea when you suffer from velcro head. Remeber when I would turn up to work with all kinds of things stuck to my velcro head? nuff said.

    Comment by Oli, January 5, 2007 @ 5:12 pm

  3. Ha ha ha!

    (You did say I could laugh?!)

    I’ve taken up Macrmae, and am looking for a copy of “Macrame for Enthusiasts”, published in 1975, but now sadly out of print.

    (Only kidding!)

    J.

    Comment by Jake, January 5, 2007 @ 10:00 pm

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