Georgia On My Mind

View of Reynolds Square from hotel

 
My husband and I just got back from a road trip to Savannah, Georgia.  The city of Southern hospitality is uniquely beautiful; the streets are lined with old oak trees draped with Spanish moss and the antebellum homes have so much character.

The downtown area is laid out on a grid system with park squares every few blocks.  This spot was where Tom Hanks sat on the famous park bench in Forrest Gump.

We stayed at an elegant historic inn which faces Reynolds Square.  There was a wine and cheese reception when we checked in, which was nice after nine hours on the road.  The hotel also featured nightly turndown service, which was new to me.

Planters Inn

The period decor added to the charm of the room.

Book Review: Great Sewn Clothes from Threads Editors

Once I got past the unattractive models in ugly clothes on the cover, I found a treasure trove of detailed information that advanced sewers just love.  This older book is a handy collection of classic Threads magazine articles that focus on designer details and couture techniques.  The first article features Chanel jackets with colorful illustrations and detailed instructions on how to reproduce the iconic garments.  I'm really looking forward to applying the information when I make my first Chanel jacket.  I think this portion of the book alone was worth the price of the entire publication.

The book also covers Balenciaga, Vionet, and other designers and their signature details.  I don't realistically see myself applying their insights, but it's interesting browsing material.