Journal · Alex FolziSeptember 2026
The Journal
Notes on fit, closets, and craft. Written plainly. No hype, no guarantees, no body-shame.
Craft & Care3 notes
What a Tailor Can and Cannot Alter: Seam Allowance, Balance, and When to Walk Away
Not every fit problem is solvable at the needle. Understanding seam allowance, garment balance, and structural limits saves money and disappointment.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
The Economics of Alteration: When a $30 Fix Beats a $200 Replacement
A hem, a seam, a taken-in waist. The math on alterations is often better than it looks. Here is how to decide.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
Fabric Weight, Drape, and Recovery: Three Words That Predict How a Garment Will Live
Before you buy or cut, three fabric properties tell you almost everything about how a garment will behave after the first wash, the first wear, the first year.
Alex Folzi Editorial3-min read
What this is
Field notes on garment fit, wardrobe craft, and honest measurement practice. Buyer-facing lessons only. No body-shame, no invented accuracy claims.