Flannel

Summer's great, but there's also something great about the advent of fall.  Yeah, the days are shorter, but when else do you have the perfect excuse to spend way too much money on fancy office supplies?  (Who says you actually have to be in school to partake in some back-to-school shopping.)

Nothing makes me think of fall more than flannel.  Flannel was originally made out of wool -- mostly carded or worsted yarns -- but is now commonly made out of cotton as well.  What is so great about flannel is how soft it is, which comes from the fabric being brushed after it is woven.

Bears love flannel too.

Flannel originated in Wales, where it was used to make tartan clothing and blankets.  It was also a popular textile for sporting pants, or should I say trousers.

Flannel is now commonly made out of synthetic fabrics, as well as cottons and wools, and has become a popular fabric for outdoor recreational clothing.   

And before we wrap up...   how could a post about flannel (from Seattle) be complete without a reference to this guy:

And these guys:

Check out how we're incorporating it into some bow ties, available  on our Shop.