Mar 03
Something from the 2010 season stuck in my head. Cito was being asked about Jose Bautista and a city and he said something to the effect of: ‘He likes it there, that’s where his tailor is.’ I can’t remember much more than that. But fuck you. It’s kinda amazing I remember anything. If you recall, …
Feb 29
I’ve been invited to Border Town Design Jam to look at the various projects and offer thoughts and whatnot. Led by Emily Horne and Tim Maly, it runs Friday and Saturday. It’s sure to be an interesting event. Toronto is pretty good at this sort of thing. ABOUT THE PROJECT Your farm is completely surrounded by a foreign country because …
Feb 18
I just picked up my new pair of bespoke boots made by Peter Feeney, who is working out of the dungeon at Trend Custom Tailors. These are heavy duty. I’ll be using them for work and putting about 30-50 km a week on them. They’re going to be worn and worn hard. In doing this …
Feb 13
Some friends have put together a podcast. Recommended if you like beat music. You can listen to the first episode or download it below. If you want to see video, here’s the link. StudioFeed Radio: NCK BRK Presents KRIX Episode #1 by StudioFeed In the first episode brought to you by NCK BRK (a collective …
Nov 15
occupytoronto on livestream.com. Broadcast Live Free Today, the city of Toronto served the occupation in St. James Park with eviction notices for midnight tonight. Call the mayor at 416 397 3673 & leave your message of support of the movement & the need to remain.
Nov 02
I’m gonna file this one under – when it’s not evil to blog straight off a press release . . . November 1, 2011 (Toronto) – Robots of all shapes, sizes and skills will take over the Ontario Science Centre November 12 and 13 for the annual Robots Rule extravaganza. Some 20 of Canada’s top …
Oct 19
If you’re in Toronto this Saturday, I’m launching my novel, Technicolor Ultra Mall. Here’s the details: When: Saturday, Oct. 22, 3pm Where: Bakka Books. 84 Harbord St. What: You’ll get to meet and chat with me, buy a book, have it signed, hear me give a short talk, then after, we’ll all head down the …
Jun 03
I have my first pair of bespoke shoes. These were made by Peter Feeney, who apprenticed in Italy and is now working out of my tailor’s shop. They feel great, look great and the whole experience was a pleasure. The experience started with a series of foot measurements and then the ordering of some custom …
May 06
It feels like I’ve been attending and complaining about FAT (Toronto’s Alternative Fashion Week) for years. Double checking that feeling against my blog archives, I’m surprised to learn that my memory is correct. My first mention of it is back in 2006 and now it’s, um, a different year. Also: Holy shit, I’ve kept this blog for …
