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(SUMMER OF COLOR) SAMPLE SALE STARTS TODAY
This summer’s Sample Sale adds a splash of color to your wardrobe and starts today at 50% off. You’ll find, for the first time, a series of one-of-a-kind patchwork throws—each with their own unique...
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SAVE 60% TODAY
Our Summer of Color Sample Sale continues today. Save 60% on hand-sewn Collection samples, one-of-a-kind throws, an assortment of machine-sewn styles, home items, and books. Here are our guidelines: ·...
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IN THE COOLER @ THE FACTORY CAFÉ
In May, The Factory Café updated their Monday offerings to a self-service, picnic-style lunch on Antipasti Mondays when the full-service kitchen is closed. The stocked cooler has savory food and...
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COLORFUL SAVINGS = 70% OFF
Thanks to those of you who have found a new home for our samples; we still have styles available to be yours. Shop today and save 70%. And we’ll put it out there again. Our guidelines: Items are...
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DESIGN FOR ARTISTS AND CRAFTSMEN
We continue our book review series with contributing writer and textile artist, Elaine Lipson, with a look at a classic design tome, Design for Artists and Craftsmen. What can a funky old hardbound...
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RESIDENCY: THE HAMBIDGE CENTER
During June 2018, Natalie took month-long respite and creative journey during her residency at The Hambidge Center in the woods of north Georgia. She reflects on her time there and shares her...
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LAST DAY. BE COLORFUL. SAVE 75%
Here’s a special chance to save 75% on our Sample Sale items during the last day of our sale. Items are available on a first come, first serve basis. Sale ends at midnight tonight. All sales are final....
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#WOMENWHOINSPIRE: ETHEL PAYNE
African-American journalist Ethel Payne was born in 1911, the granddaughter of slaves and the fifth daughter in a large family. Her father, who worked in a stockyard and was a Pullman porter, died when...
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THE FACTORY + ALABAMA CHANIN | 29/52 | 2018
“Travelling is like flirting with life. It’s like saying, ‘I would stay and love you, but I have to go; this is my station’.” — Lisa St. Aubin de Teran Road trips are a very sensory and immersive...
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INSPIRATION: GRAFFITI
Graffiti is a form of expression, a way to state things (i.e. funny, political, or otherwise), and can be found in any place. We’re using our graffiti in defense of clean cotton, safe fashion, and a...
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COCKTAILS @ THE FACTORY CAFÉ
We’re sharing a few of our favorite recipes for the featured libations from our spring Supper Club dinners at The Factory Café – just in time for your next summer celebration. Drink up. MICHELADA 1 12...
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CRAFTSY, NBC, + BLUPRINT
I’m not one who loves to be photographed or filmed. I worked for years as a costume designer and a stylist where my role was behind the camera. I’m comfortable with this role. So, despite some...
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THE FACTORY + ALABAMA CHANIN | 30/52 | 2018
“Cooking well doesn’t mean cooking fancy.” — Julia Child The bountiful harvests of summer make simple, fresh dishes, made from in-season vegetables and fruits, possible. Pair these with staple meats...
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GRAFFITI: INSPIRATION + HISTORY
Graffiti has probably been around since the earliest days of man. Seriously. Paintings inside the Lascaux Caves in France date to prehistoric times—and graffiti was actually found in the Italian...
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ANNOUNCING JOHN CURRENCE, ERIC SOLOMON FOR AUGUST FRIENDS OF THE CAFÉ DINNER
Renowned chef John Currence was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, but has become a veritable institution in his adopted hometown of Oxford, Mississippi. John currently runs City Grocery—which...
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T-SHIRT PATTERN: FITTED + UNISEX
We love a good T-shirt, and our summer has revolved around this classic garment with the launch of the Clean Tee collection from Bldg. 14, a special one-of-a-kind Graffiti Tee collection from Alabama...
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JESSIE DUNAHOO, INSTITUTE 193, AND THE ELAINE DE KOONING HOUSE
It’s been a while since we’ve heard from contributing Journal writer, artist, and founder of Institute 193, Phillip March Jones. He’s taking a hiatus from the New York heat this summer to spend time on...
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THE FACTORY + ALABAMA CHANIN | 31/52 | 2018
“Things are never quite as scary when you’ve got a best friend.” — Calvin of Calvin and Hobbes, by Bill Watterson Unlike relationships we are born with, like parents, siblings, and cousins, our friends...
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COLLECTION: PERSONAL STYLIST
Our Family of Businesses includes customer service as a deep part of its mission statement and vision for business. We strive to build relationships on trust and quality. Our interactions and bonds...
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ERIC SOLOMON + FRIENDS OF THE CAFÉ
North Carolina-based wine importer Eric Solomon started his career in spirits as a bartender in Great Britain. The rock and roll drummer was a quick study and was sponsored by the Institute of Masters...
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