We just moved to New Hampshire after living in South Carolina for most of my two-year old’s (and her 14 month old sister) life, so they are experiencing their first proper winter this year (dad and I grew up in the Midwest). We also went with mama owl baselayers for the whole family, and luckily we bought the Siskin boiled wool suits last year and they still fit this year! There is something soooooo lovely about wearing wool. It automatically improves my mood when I put it on!
And on another note--how amazing is Disana! We use their cloth nappy system and are in love. Your boy looks so adorable in the red coat. And how special that you found it secondhand. I've been looking at the Disana coats but it's summer now in Australia so will reassess when winter swings back around. The Germans just tend to make things so well, don't they!
Hi Emily! Thank you so much for sharing my essay, I'm honoured. I think the way you phrased it is really powerful, and something I hadn't thought of before in exactly these terms -- that there is something perennial and timeless about natural fibres and handmade items, and that they therefore connect us to the timeless aspects of ourselves. So beautiful, and definitely something to unpack further.
When you mention the history of second-hand items, I can't help but think of this sweet picture book: I Like Old Clothes by Maryann Hoberman with illustrations by Patrice Barton. I think you'll enjoy it! One of my daughters told me she liked this story, and I'm glad because she does get some hand-me-downs, with 3 older sisters! I agree with you on trying to wear clothes with natural fibers. I just find I have a preference for them - they're better quality and one feels better wearing them.
Thanks for writing this article. I always appreciate finding out about new (to me) brands I can be on the lookout for when thrifting.
We just moved to New Hampshire after living in South Carolina for most of my two-year old’s (and her 14 month old sister) life, so they are experiencing their first proper winter this year (dad and I grew up in the Midwest). We also went with mama owl baselayers for the whole family, and luckily we bought the Siskin boiled wool suits last year and they still fit this year! There is something soooooo lovely about wearing wool. It automatically improves my mood when I put it on!
And on another note--how amazing is Disana! We use their cloth nappy system and are in love. Your boy looks so adorable in the red coat. And how special that you found it secondhand. I've been looking at the Disana coats but it's summer now in Australia so will reassess when winter swings back around. The Germans just tend to make things so well, don't they!
Yes! The best toys and clothes!
Hi Emily! Thank you so much for sharing my essay, I'm honoured. I think the way you phrased it is really powerful, and something I hadn't thought of before in exactly these terms -- that there is something perennial and timeless about natural fibres and handmade items, and that they therefore connect us to the timeless aspects of ourselves. So beautiful, and definitely something to unpack further.
When you mention the history of second-hand items, I can't help but think of this sweet picture book: I Like Old Clothes by Maryann Hoberman with illustrations by Patrice Barton. I think you'll enjoy it! One of my daughters told me she liked this story, and I'm glad because she does get some hand-me-downs, with 3 older sisters! I agree with you on trying to wear clothes with natural fibers. I just find I have a preference for them - they're better quality and one feels better wearing them.
Thanks for writing this article. I always appreciate finding out about new (to me) brands I can be on the lookout for when thrifting.
off to look up that book!