GIVING TUESDAY
The holiday season inspires ways that we can show generosity, express gratitude, give back, and support others— oftentimes through charitable giving. Today, on Giving Tuesday, we highlight an...
View ArticleNEW DIY KITS: AT HOME, AT THE TABLE
From top left: The Tea Towels Kit in Natural, Color Palette Bundle #4, The Pillow Kit in Anna’s Garden White/Ballet, The Shirt Bundle in Natural and The Pencil Skirt Kit in Abstract Forest/Forest, The...
View ArticleIN THE KITCHEN: HANUKKAH
From top left: Hable Suns Apron in White Suns, Camellia Opaque White Dinnerware Set, David Mellor Pride 5-Piece Stainless Set, Organic Cotton Tea Towels in Peacock, Bird’s Nest Etched Deep Serving...
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“A letter should be regarded not merely as a medium for the communication of intelligence, but also as a work of art.” – J. Willis Westlake Today is National Letter Writing Day, a day to recognize...
View ArticleNEW IN-STOCK GIFTS
Ready-to-ship designs, organic quality, and arriving just in time for the holidays. Explore in-stock designs from the Collection and evergreen Alabama Chanin essentials to give and enjoy this season....
View ArticleTHE SLIP DRESS: OUR MODERN VERSION
Early instances of lingerie as clothing emerged in 1700’s France with Marie Antoinette and members of her court. During their casual, all-female gatherings, they wore what was called a chemise – a...
View ArticleNEW IN-STOCK GIFTS FROM THE SCHOOL OF MAKING
Ready-to-ship gifts for makers, arriving just in time for the holidays. Explore DIY kits, maker tools and supplies, and essential sewing notions to celebrate and inspire the craft of hand-sewing....
View ArticleHAPPY HANUKKAH
Hanukkah, the “festival of lights,” begins on the 25th day of Kislev on the Jewish calendar. In 2020, the holiday began at sundown last night and continues through Friday, December 18th. The lighting...
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“The outdoor Christmas lights, green and red and gold and blue and twinkling, remind me that most people are that way all year round―kind, generous, friendly and with an occasional moment of ecstasy....
View ArticleSWATCH OF THE MONTH: EXPLORATIONS IN EMBROIDERY
The most important thing is that you love what you are doing, and the second that you are not afraid of where your next idea will lead. – Charles Eames At The School of Making, we preserve the Living...
View ArticleTHE FACTORY + ALABAMA CHANIN 50/52 | 2020
Lead image from Beauty Everyday, 2013 by Rinne Allen, Kristen Bach, and Rebecca Wood (pages 11 and 24) “The winter solstice has always been special to me as a barren darkness that gives birth to a...
View ArticleLAST DAY FOR OVERNIGHT DELIVERIES
Find last-minute, in-stock gifts from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making. We are accepting orders until 12:30pm CT today for overnight delivery. Happy Holidays from all of us at Alabama Chanin.
View ArticleNEW DIY KITS: AT HOME, AT THE TABLE
From top left: The Tea Towels Kit in Natural, Color Palette Bundle #4, The Pillow Kit in Anna’s Garden White/Ballet, The Shirt Bundle in Natural and The Pencil Skirt Kit in Abstract Forest/Forest, The...
View ArticleNEW 2021 VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
Since March of 2020, all of us have learned to gather and share life virtually. This opportunity to connect across the globe has been one of the few benefits of this challenging year. In October, and...
View ArticleDIGITAL GIFT CERTIFICATES
Our gift certificates are the perfect way to share sustainable, beautifully crafted products with someone you love. Choose a digital version, and we’ll send the recipient a styled email with a special...
View ArticleWISHING YOU PEACE, LOVE, + LIGHT
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” – Desmond Tutu Wishing you peace, love, and light this holiday season. From All of us at Alabama Chanin P.S.: Enjoy this...
View Article2020 FAVORITES: STORIES FROM THE SCHOOL OF MAKING
Launched in 2006, the Alabama Chanin Journal celebrates the art of storytelling. This weekend we look back at our top Journal stories of 2020, starting today with The School of Making. This year,...
View Article2020 FAVORITES: STORIES FROM ALABAMA CHANIN
This weekend we look back at our top Journal stories of 2020; today, we share our favorites from Alabama Chanin. Storytelling helps us learn and connect and build community. Thank you for being a part...
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Instagram: @alabamachanin “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” ― Nelson Mandela If 2020 has shown us anything, it has been the resilience and courage of so many. It is with this spirit of...
View ArticleNATALIE’S FAVORITES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVING
At Alabama Chanin, we honor the relationship between materials, products, and individuals—creating organic goods for a sustainable life. Explore Natalie’s favorite essentials to be enjoyed in the new...
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