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by wanderer
Sun Jun 28, 2009 1:27 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Minnis Hardy
Replies: 1
Views: 696

Minnis Hardy

I received a letter from Huddersfield saying they were acquired by HMS International Fabrics. They say they are excited about the change but don't give any specifics. I am wondering if anyone has any more information about this?
by wanderer
Fri Mar 13, 2009 7:59 am
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Bookstores in London
Replies: 10
Views: 2252

Bookstores in London

I will be in London for a couple of days next week. I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for bookstores, preferably academic level bookstores?

Wanderer
by wanderer
Thu May 01, 2008 9:05 am
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Does anybody know about tea?
Replies: 44
Views: 10690

You might like to look at Whittard of Chelsea. http://www.whittard.co.uk They have tasting notes and brewing information on the site. I like Assam best. With loose tea you will probably want an infuser A simple tea ball will work. However, a step up is a glass infuser with a plunger like this one. h...
by wanderer
Mon Mar 10, 2008 11:32 am
Forum: The Sartorials
Topic: Do the pinch, squeeze and roll
Replies: 5
Views: 3514

Hello
Would you use the same test for all cloth even thin tropical weights?


Also, I have known people who have very cheap clothes made in Bangkok. They said they burn a small piece of the cloth to check for polyester.

Michael