the refinement project.
— and I get better at all three by reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and what I’d do differently next time.
I use journalling to track lessons learned and connect what I’m making and where I’m going with the seasons. It helps me remember more, notice more, and keep improving.
recent posts.
Demanding coastal riding with exceptional scenery, variable road surfaces and restricted visibility from high hedgerows.
A summer stay to visit Knepp Estate, and their rewilded land with an English Safari to hear a male nightingale singing at dusk to attract a mate. Biking too.
My travel journal for a short summer break in Eastern Cornwall. Farmhouse bakery stands out, with the greatest maltloaf known to man.
Travelling in spring, a journey for combining the pulse of Athens with the laid-back simplicity of the Peloponnese. Biking along coastal roads, tasting Argolic flavours and uncovering ancient sites.
Collars can be grouped into categories: Flat, Stand, Roll, Lapel-based, Draped, Tie & Bow, Integrated
Once you know what you want from a neckline, the next step is making it work on a pattern.
Once shape is working in your favour, proportion comes into play. Width and depth often matter just as much as the specific style of neckline.
Choosing a neckline is not just about fashion, trends, or even body shape alone. It involves how a neckline works with your upper body, your face, and overall proportions.
Knowing your colours is a multi-dimensional foundation of style and style refinement. Its more nuanced than just knowing which colours you favour or which colours flatter your skin tone.
