Analog Vs. Digital, Studying Fashions Artisans of Embroidery, Print, And Surface Design

Hello The Way We Wore Fans,
Doris showcases some of her most prized textiles and embroidery works in order to study hand done artisan work versus machine/digital design. In this episode Doris shows pieces from the mid 19th-century, early 20s, as well as regional embroideries of Eastern Europe and Mexico. We hope you enjoy these magnificent works of art made by exceptional artisans who craft spans generations infusing each piece of surface design with unique character and a story.
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Starring: Doris Raymond ( Owner of The Way We Wore)
Directors/Producers/Editors: Michael Amato @agaymarieantoinette
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[@Lea-bw9wj]

You're so right about museums need to show more clothing, fabric, etc. It is art not just craft. It's been looked down at for to long and now the skills are vanishing. If people started to see things shown in museums they'd cherish them more and be more willing to pay to

[@thewaywewore7371]

I completely and totally agree with you! Doris

[@ThelmaThrift]

You're back and looking incredibly beautiful- I've missed you so much.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you for your compliment Thelma! I am trying to do one video a month for now.

[@LRWdesign]

Growing up with the women in my family it was all about handwork. Sewing, quilting, tatting, knitting, crochet, weaving, macrame, embroidery, beading …. I’ve learned it all from them. I’m 63 and still do all handwork above. When I’m sewing a garment I will often add embroidery or other handwork details for that bespoke and one of a kind look. Quilts were hand pieced and stitched (grandma would pass her critical eye over the number of stitches per inch and either nod or give me the ‘do better’ look. 😂 I thrifted a cotton shirt recently with printed white floral and decided to embroider all the white florals and add some beads and sequins to the center because I wanted it special. I wish time and effort into doing handwork was continued on, but many younger women are just not interested anymore to learn. 😔

[@thewaywewore7371]

That’s so wonderful that you have the time to make pieces unique and your own!! I can’t wait to have free time on my hands!!

[@britbc4461]

I am absolutely obsessed with the top you are wearing.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Me too! I love it and have no idea where to look for anything similar. Sorry.

[@Toodle.Pipp001]

Thank you gorgeous Doris 💜 Nothing beats handmade with love. As you said, it lives on in the fabric, forever...

[@JimmyGrl09]

I admire their authority of these garments!!!!!

[@sarahdee2287]

Missed you Doris!! I love how your videos are always equal parts educational and fabulous!!

[@TrollBot.]

I just love how you're so passionate about the embroidery and detailing of the work! Thank you for sharing your expertise ❤

[@TheLadyTWells]

I'm glad you are back. I have missed watching your videos.

[@nataliechim5227]

Doris so lovely to see you making videos again. Thank you for showing us all your gorgeous embroideries. Good luck as you transition your business into its next stage.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you Natalie. Daunting but necessary. Stay tuned…. Doris

[@av782]

So great to be able to learn from your years of experience Doris, invaluable!

[@jayneterry8701]

Great to see and hear from you again in our shared passion for textiles and fashions! 👍🙏💞😀

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks Jayne! It’s a wonderful rabbit hole to fall down into!!

[@william_at]

Doris, I am fascinated by your absolute wisdom in all branches of fashion. Universities should book you for cycles of lectures and master classes. Thank you for sharing so much excellent knowledge.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Correction- I do not have absolute knowledge. I do have a lot of practical experience and some knowledge but typically I do a few hours of research before shooting. I appreciate the compliment and thanks for being a part of my community! Doris

[@jenniferkelley2715]

Visiting my Mom in San Diego and we were going thru her fabric stash because I'm learning to sew garments. She had linen, velvets, nice things. And lots of embroidery. Mostly hand made. But then your video popped up and answered a lot of questions we had. You are amazingly knowledgeable. We watched it 3 times! ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

That is awesome!

[@charlesrodriguesable]

Yes ! We missed you, here in Switzerland ! Happy to see you back for some more videos !

[@thewaywewore7371]

Yay! Thank you!

[@elderlypoodle9181]

Yes!🙌🏻. Excellent talk. I have shared this with my Vintage and Antique community. My 1940s skirt set arrived! Thank you for the phone call ❤️🐩

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@cherylb6755]

Hello beautiful lady! It is lovely to see you! I was watching your interview by Swish Vintage last night and loving it. I thought how much I was enjoying you being the teacher you are, filled with such love and passion for not only the art that is clothing, accessories, jewelry, etc., but also your audience and students. And wishing you would be your passionate-teacher-self more often… and here you are! Thank you! 👏🏻🎁💖

[@thewaywewore7371]

Greetings Cheryl! Thank you for this very personal and touching comment. I really appreciate knowing that I have touched you in this way. Hoping Mike is able to continue to do his magic with producing these videos. Our intention is one per month. I appreciate you! With gratitude- Doris

[@cherylb6755]

@@thewaywewore7371 Dear Doris~ I love that you are changing your business life to accommodate your personal life! I have always believed the more true we are to ourselves, the more we bring the best of ourselves to any relationship or endeavor. Wise woman, indeed. Here’s hoping Mike continues to feel the love from this side of your videos…. 🎥🎬💖 Maybe museums need a bit of Doris Raymond guidance to better understand the art of fashion? I have been to a couple of exhibits of fashion (twice to each) at Boston’s Museum of Fine Art. What got me was the crazy cross-section of people - all over the place - and the conversation - so thrilled that the MFA did a fashion exhibit. Oh… and the way people dressed up for it, quite atypical. 😉

[@tamirector2498]

Thank you for teaching us what we should be looking for. It’s so nice to have you back. You look fantastic ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks a bunch! Glad to be back. We have Mike to thank for thank. He does an incredible job putting these videos together.

[@suzymentzos1]

Beautiful work. I embroider so I found his so wonderful.

[@DougPettey-yg6dq]

Thanks for sharing this! It is so hard to imagine the time and skill required to create those handmade pieces!! Stunning one of a kind - like you!!

[@thewaywewore7371]

Awww. Shucks!! Thank you so much!

[@fairycloudz315]

What an unbelievable and glorious gift you've given to us. This is incredible work that I'm so lucky to have been able to see along with your other videos❤ thank you

[@thewaywewore7371]

I have goosebumps reading this. Thank you fairycloudz!

[@ludivinedc8505]

Very informative video! I'm glad to see you back! 🥰 I agree with you about museums, I would love to see more exhibitions about fashion and clothing!

[@YvonThriftyRich]

Yessss You are back!!!! xoxo Yvon

[@thewaywewore7371]

Trying…..

[@janejdough2230]

Thank you for sharing. Have a safe move and look forward to your next contribution.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you! Fingers crossed.

[@DOHMO]

So happy to see you again 😊

[@sternenregen5489]

That's great. I have a cross stitched wooljacket from my grandmother. It's a ttreasure!

[@thewaywewore7371]

It really is! Anything from friends and family are priceless treasures!

[@melissastrassburger2842]

I started watching you a few months ago. I wish I knew about you years ago! You are one of a kind. WONDERFUL

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks for your sweet and heartfelt comment Melissa! Doris

[@stacinracin1277]

As a cross stitcher, I thank you for this episode!

[@GailMailable]

Love, love, love the tunic you're wearing! Such beautiful and fleeting art!

[@thewaywewore7371]

I actually fell in love with it more after looking at it with the loop! I feel almost guilty wearing it because it really is a beautiful piece of art.

[@ConnorGoesCrazy]

loved this so informational and inspiring to get out there and start collecting vintage hand-worked textiles !

[@denimskye2283]

Great to see you back on KZbin!❤

Fascinating video, as always! So glad you are back

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you kindly!

[@rabrab3]

What YOU are wearing is stunning!!

[@thewaywewore7371]

Well thanks to this video - several people informed me that my amazing hand made top is from Brazil. I’m trying to wear more color and that certainly fits the bill! Thank you for messaging!! Doris

[@emilyfilsinger3001]

YAYYYY... videos more often 🤗 very educational and interesting, also very calming ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

More to come! Not sure how often though. Too much going on and I am at the mercy of Mike’s genius in editing.

[@haydeegarayua]

There’s always so much to learn from your videos

[@Sew_Learning]

Thank you for sharing this with us and for promoting hand craftsmanship which is quickly becoming extinct. Sending best wishes from Down Under 💐🇦🇺🥰

[@mvdl1224]

This is your best and most informative video yet, and with so many great examples. Thank you for this!

[@thewaywewore7371]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hollabelle]

Beautiful video, thank you.

[@Mwedemeyer]

Doris, Thank you for another informative video. Just wanted to mention here..., the Museo de Arte Popular in Mexico City has a wonderful collection of handmade textiles and embroidery. I highly recommend visiting.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks for the info! I was in DF in February for Zonamaco and I wish I was aware of that then. Next trip! Thanks again!! Doris

[@Karin77722]

It's great to see you looking beautiful and fit, Doris. ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you so much 😀. Camouflage 🙃😂😂

[@rebecca5938]

Thank you for sharing this! It is good information to learn. 🙂

[@QuirkyGirl10]

So nice to see you posting videos again, Doris. I hope you and staff are doing well. I enjoy learning from you; you are such a font of knowledge. I’ve actually purchased old episodes of your show, LA Frock Stars, here on KZbin to rewatch them at my leisure and have enjoyed revisiting your store vicariously😊

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks so much for your interest. I hope you have a chance to actually visit us - either in this current location or wherever we end up. It’s been a fun journey sharing with you! Doris

[@QuirkyGirl10]

@@thewaywewore7371 thank you! I will definitely try to make it down there one day. I am a native San Franciscan and remember visiting your store when it was located here many many years ago, on Fillmore I believe? I’ve always remembered the name😊

[@baelfiregonzales4072]

Am so happy you are back doris! Your videos are one of the reasons why i survived covid lockdown. The videos you uploaded truly helped my mental health. Thank you.

[@thewaywewore7371]

Wow! Thats a potent statement and I am honored to have been a part of your Covid routine. I think immersing yourself in anything you feel a connection to or are passionate about is REALLY healthy… to a degree😉 Hope you are healthy and doing well! Thanks for your kind words and interest. Doris

[@Cat-id1td]

This episode was awesome. I remember Betsey Johnson had a few pieces in the early 2000s that were so beautiful too. My mom embroidered and my father built frames for her pieces. 🩷 I agree wholeheartedly Doris, that embroidery is art!

[@thewaywewore7371]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lususlove]

You need to make more videos, you are so intelligent and great at explaining things. Love these videos ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

I appreciate the compliment. I need to simplify my life and then I can focus on creating more content. I also appreciate your interest!! Take care. Doris

[@sharonb537]

So honored to be part of your tribe. Thank you for your hard work putting together this fascinating in depth look of these pieces. I always carry my 20x mag out thrifting!

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you Sharon! Happy hunting!!👍🏼 Doris

[@angelamillard6418]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us ❤❤ ❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

You are so welcome

[@katetarbill2319]

Doris, it is sooo good to see you post! Thank you for doing this. Are you sure you shouldn't be working for a museum? Gentle cyber hugs❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thank you Kate! On a scale of 1 to 100, my museum knowledge vs what I have learned hands on and online is probably about a 12. But regardless, there is still so much more to digest. Thank you for your interest! Doris

[@ronnauganderson4470]

You are amazing - and that you share your knowledge is like sharing a gift. I have inherited some hand embroidered pieces from Norway. A lady in our family (way back then) that was never married and was a teacher of handmade items (in Skien) has made some amazing pieces - and I certainly look at them with different eyes now. :-)

[@thewaywewore7371]

You are so welcome! Lucky you! It adds a different lustre when you actually knew the person behind the creation or behind the collection. Enjoy! Doris

[@barbmcintyre1792]

I love this. So informative & beautiful! 😊

[@thewaywewore7371]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@galinam1081]

Incredible! As a designer I was “nursed” with the craft and seeing these pieces gave me life. Thank you! Looking forward to every video!

[@thewaywewore7371]

You are so welcome! I appreciate your interest!!

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

beautiful pieces all but yes hand done has so much soul, literally blood, sweat and tears for some. and as someone who also sews and prefers hand-doing everything, some cursing with every prick of the needle for sure went into those😂 i'm pretty sure the gatekeeping of fashion as a serious art is coz it's centered around women and i'd like to think this episode is coz of my question from the last vid hehe 🙏🏻🤗😘💜 thankyou, doris and team =]

[@thewaywewore7371]

Nice to see you again! Thanks for your humorous and insightful comment! Doris

[@peachmari]

1:30 i've been collecting for some time, but it never occurred to me to travel specifically for it. Thank you for the new point of view.

[@thewaywewore7371]

That’s the best part of traveling!! Treasure hunting!!!

[@raquelseydewitz491]

Love this

[@KARamil]

You’re back! ❤

[@luiscortez3862]

Hey Dorys, so good to see you again, looking good! My mother was an excellent embroiderer, she learned with the nuns and kept the hobby/therapy through her life. I inherited a fabulous antique Manton de Manila hand embroidered from a dear friend, so I have a special appreciation for that art. Beautiful collection you shared with us, thank you for your generosity. Good luck with your new venture, and keep those informative videos coming. Bonjour de Montréal ❤❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

Kinda words. Thank you!! Doris

[@jlouutube65]

I learned batik in high school...very time consuming but a beautiful result. I find your videos fascinating...you ARE the museum!! ;)

[@thewaywewore7371]

What a great high school!!

[@windrock]

There was a Dior collaboration with Mexican artisans and their embroidery I watched a little while ago. A beautiful documentary on the women and the history.

[@thewaywewore7371]

I’d love to know the name of that documentary. Please let me know!!

[@freeyourmind16]

Thank you so much for this!

[@capture_to_collage]

I think part of the reason textiles & embroidery have not been viewed as Art in the past is because it was predominantly made by women & often those at the lower end of the economic scale. As we have seen with the success of the Touring Exhibitions such as Dior & McQueen there is an audience who appreciate & will pay money to see Fashion as Art, but it would be great to see Museums showcase fashion thru the ages as permanent exhibitions featuring items such as Doris just showed & not necessarily only focus on famous Designers.

[@thewaywewore7371]

I absolutely agree with you. Perhaps when the obvious becomes apparent- the hand worked treasures will get the attention they deserve in all major institutions and not be on the back burner. Thanks for reaching out! Doris

[@juRa6077]

Dear Doris, you look sensational 👍

[@thewaywewore7371]

Wow, thank you

[@dtylice]

Happy to see you ❤️

[@thewaywewore7371]

Thanks. Happy to be back.

[@Chicmarr]

You’re so cool Doris and your shirt is so pretty ❤

[@silviaterracciano4513]

Lovely episode on embroidery. I acquired many hand embroidered tablecloths at auction for very little money and am really sorry for all the work that has been done and is not acknowledged properly. Try to use them so I can admire them daily.

[@thewaywewore7371]

That’s so great! To live with that level of beauty is a really good thing!

[@rtallgal6871]

There’s nothing better than textiles with a human touch! So special!

[@ВикторияЩепакина-ц2в]

Очень красивые вещи ❤ Большой привет Вам из России

[@alissonguimaraes1297]

Doris Are u wearing a blouse that is made in north este of Brazil. Its very popular by then and it is hand made. Kisses from 🇧🇷

[@carinrobinson]

When I die and go to HEAVEN of course it will look like your shop full of clothes to play with Your hair looks great I bought some shirts from a Czechoslovakia or Romania that were hand stitched they are sacred in a box

[@thewaywewore7371]

🤣🤣. The box sounds WONDERFUL!

[@catherineevanoffour12]

Thank You

[@thewaywewore7371]

You're welcome

[@bobbishishka]

I love the top you are wearing in this video ⭐️ I also hate this digital print crap

[@silentkillzgaming]

I have the Judith Leiber bon voyage bag don’t know how to find out value only photo I’ve seen of it is in a museum on on google images do you have any idea what it’s value might be it’s the reading eagle article when you look on google images it’s the red bag says bon voyage on it next to pink and white bag I can’t find any info on it

[@kristencraft623]

How about a 'Musee de Doris' someday? Beautiful collection!

[@thewaywewore7371]

🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for appreciating it!! Doris

[@lindabuck2777]

Missed you so happy you’re back knowing how busy you must be. At 69, we’re from the generation that learned to sew, embroider, cook, garden, all the ‘domestic’ things. I can’t stand the prints and you can keep your friggin microfiber bs away from me! No breathability and it feels awful on! Anything handmade is highly valuable and I could spen at LEAST a million in your shop if I had it lol. I can dream though can’t I?!?! I was even taught tatting😱but zero patience for that so didn’t continue Dray it all, coz now I HAVE the patience n time coz I’m OLD and retired😝🙏🏻❤️DRAT dammit stupid autocorrect

[@thewaywewore7371]

I love you Linda Buck!! Great comment and I am in the same POV all the way around. 🤣🤣 Enjoy your retirement. Hoping to get there soon. ❤️

[@lindabuck2777]

@@thewaywewore7371 honestly after you get some well deserved rest, with no ‘responsibilities’, kinda look around and think what do I do now?🤷‍♀️family, if you’re BLESSED, and close by helps. It IS wonderful in your private time, yet you’ll hear what’s true, being around others is a what keeps us moving and needed still. Something tells me you may sell your shop or pass it onto a special someone, yet this is in your blood and will always be part of your life. Enjoy your new place, don’t forget to breathe and laugh 🙏🏻😝😁❤️

[@kvn.teeeee]

When did machine embroidery start? Do we have documented references of when did this actually start and have samples too?

[@thewaywewore7371]

That’s a great question and I did not research that answer. I don’t think I have any garments or swatches earlier than maybe the 1870’s?? That’s a really good question! Let me know if you find anything and when I have a moment to explore- I’ll see what I come up with. Thanks for your interest! Doris

[@kvn.teeeee]

Knowing you via the interweb, the swatches that you have might be the firsts! 😂 I love knowing these types of things as it helps bridge the information between old (or vintage) to modern clothing.

[@maxlinder5262]

Seems more like .. Crafts man ship.... being done by hand ... just my opinion 😊

[@adelaidemorningstar1870]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thewaywewore7371]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ 😉 Doris

[@anaramos5216]

Is handmade and is from Brazil

[@thewaywewore7371]

That’s a great lead!! I will start looking to see if I can find similar pieces. Thanks Ana!!

[@phillipbraxton4384]

A what technique lol

[@dipeshagrawal4675]

Textile has been bastardised