Cool hats and outerwear- all made in the U.S.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
Recast
Just finished. For my recast, I decided to make a poster reminiscent of American pro-production posters from the 1940s. I'm pretty happy with the result.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Reflection on the Death of Osama Bin Laden
I used to think that the death of Osama Bin Laden would inherently lead to the end of Al Qaida. Now that Bin Laden is dead, I am unsure of what will come of the event. His death does not feel as monumental as I thought it might feel. If any organization loses its leader, it does not signal the demise of that organization. New management moves in, and the organization carries on. It may not carry on with the exact same mentality or methods, but its demise is not immediate.
I feel that Bin Laden’s death is more of a positive symbol for our country’s war on terror rather than a milestone. His death may not have much of an effect on the strength of Al Qaida, but it has certainly instilled a renewed sense of patriotism and pride in Americans.
I feel that Bin Laden’s death is more of a positive symbol for our country’s war on terror rather than a milestone. His death may not have much of an effect on the strength of Al Qaida, but it has certainly instilled a renewed sense of patriotism and pride in Americans.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
New New Balance Offering
New Balance is now offering a customizable version of their 574 casual trainer.
Each pair of shoes is Made in the USA. According to the New Balance site, the shoe "typically delivers in 4 to 8 business days," and costs $114.95. Not too shabby for custom American made sneakers!
Learn more here
Each pair of shoes is Made in the USA. According to the New Balance site, the shoe "typically delivers in 4 to 8 business days," and costs $114.95. Not too shabby for custom American made sneakers!
Learn more here
May Playlist
This ended up being pretty eclectic, but I think its a good representation of how I've been feeling lately.
The Strokes - You Only Live Once
I'm not the biggest Strokes fan, but I just found this song in my music library. I think the first verse really speaks to differing opinions (arguments). This song also reminds me of home, and my friends from home.
Spoon - Well Alright
I hope I can manage to get a good grade on this research paper, then everything will be alright.
Tyler the Creator - Inglorious
This sort of mirrors my frustrations with my English class right now. I love the beat, but like almost all Odd Future stuff, this song is a bit explicit. Fair warning.
Joy Division - Digital
At this point in the quarter, I feel like all I have is work, "day in, day out."
M. Ward - Eyes on the Prize
"Everything I've learned I have forgotten, everything I've forgotten looks just like new."
The Strokes - You Only Live Once
I'm not the biggest Strokes fan, but I just found this song in my music library. I think the first verse really speaks to differing opinions (arguments). This song also reminds me of home, and my friends from home.
Spoon - Well Alright
I hope I can manage to get a good grade on this research paper, then everything will be alright.
Tyler the Creator - Inglorious
This sort of mirrors my frustrations with my English class right now. I love the beat, but like almost all Odd Future stuff, this song is a bit explicit. Fair warning.
Joy Division - Digital
At this point in the quarter, I feel like all I have is work, "day in, day out."
M. Ward - Eyes on the Prize
"Everything I've learned I have forgotten, everything I've forgotten looks just like new."
Overseas Production: A Literature Review
Here it is:
Much of the clothing Americans purchase in the United States is not actually manufactured in the United States. Of course, this may come as no surprise. It seems that Americans are now used to the fact that the clothing they purchase is often manufactured overseas. Although the outsourcing of production may be the cheapest and most lucrative option for clothing companies, it ties our country to foreign affairs. China, one of the world’s largest clothing and textile exporters, is struggling to meet production demands. Some Chinese clothing manufacturers are even struggling to find workers willing to subject themselves to the long hours and low pay that clothing manufacturing jobs entail. As China’s middle class grows, western clothing companies and Chinese clothing manufacturers are beginning to turn to more impoverished countries as a source of labor. These deterrents coupled with high shipping costs and unfavorable working conditions overseas are pushing some American companies to bring manufacturing jobs back to the United States.
To ensure that the United States does not become pulled into the affairs of foreign countries with regards to labor, American companies must start to bring manufacturing jobs back into the United States. Hassler’s 2003 article, The global clothing production system: commodity chains and business networks, examines the influences on clothing firms, and states that clothing production is primarily driven by demand. If Americans demand American-made clothing, clothing companies may be forced to give in. Chu, Greene, and Ma’s 2004 comparison of American and Chinese labor laws, Sino-American Labor Law Comparisons: Where Do East and West Meet? revealed that both countries share the same maximum number of work hours for production workers. This means that American workers would be just as effective as Chinese workers, simply at a higher price of labor. Shen conducted a 2008 study, What's Happening in China's Textile and Clothing Industries? and interviewed fourteen high profile heads of Chinese companies to discover how China’s clothing industry has changed recently. The study revealed that factories in China are turning “Midwest,” and to poorer countries like Vietnam for labor.
China may soon turn to the outsourcing of clothing production just as the United States has. A 2005 Marketing Week article, Leader: Has China turned wolf in Western clothing? suggests that the expertise China has gained in clothing production may give rise to powerful homegrown Chinese clothing companies. Soon, it may not be cheaper to manufacture clothing in China, as Chinese manufactures grow in power. Liber’s 2011 Businessweek article, Made in USA Gives Small Business an Edge, also brings to light the fact that high shipping costs and length of time required for shipment from overseas is pushing some American companies to turn to American factories for clothing production.
Much of the clothing Americans purchase in the United States is not actually manufactured in the United States. Of course, this may come as no surprise. It seems that Americans are now used to the fact that the clothing they purchase is often manufactured overseas. Although the outsourcing of production may be the cheapest and most lucrative option for clothing companies, it ties our country to foreign affairs. China, one of the world’s largest clothing and textile exporters, is struggling to meet production demands. Some Chinese clothing manufacturers are even struggling to find workers willing to subject themselves to the long hours and low pay that clothing manufacturing jobs entail. As China’s middle class grows, western clothing companies and Chinese clothing manufacturers are beginning to turn to more impoverished countries as a source of labor. These deterrents coupled with high shipping costs and unfavorable working conditions overseas are pushing some American companies to bring manufacturing jobs back to the United States.
To ensure that the United States does not become pulled into the affairs of foreign countries with regards to labor, American companies must start to bring manufacturing jobs back into the United States. Hassler’s 2003 article, The global clothing production system: commodity chains and business networks, examines the influences on clothing firms, and states that clothing production is primarily driven by demand. If Americans demand American-made clothing, clothing companies may be forced to give in. Chu, Greene, and Ma’s 2004 comparison of American and Chinese labor laws, Sino-American Labor Law Comparisons: Where Do East and West Meet? revealed that both countries share the same maximum number of work hours for production workers. This means that American workers would be just as effective as Chinese workers, simply at a higher price of labor. Shen conducted a 2008 study, What's Happening in China's Textile and Clothing Industries? and interviewed fourteen high profile heads of Chinese companies to discover how China’s clothing industry has changed recently. The study revealed that factories in China are turning “Midwest,” and to poorer countries like Vietnam for labor.
China may soon turn to the outsourcing of clothing production just as the United States has. A 2005 Marketing Week article, Leader: Has China turned wolf in Western clothing? suggests that the expertise China has gained in clothing production may give rise to powerful homegrown Chinese clothing companies. Soon, it may not be cheaper to manufacture clothing in China, as Chinese manufactures grow in power. Liber’s 2011 Businessweek article, Made in USA Gives Small Business an Edge, also brings to light the fact that high shipping costs and length of time required for shipment from overseas is pushing some American companies to turn to American factories for clothing production.
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