MHP's DENIM PROJECTS

UPDATE: Joe McCoy 905

2012-01-30T13:02:00.000+01:00

Joe McCoy Lot 905 W34/L36 - Worn a couple of months. Washed once in the machine at the wool program with wool detergent.

UPDATE: Edwin Flathead Jacket

2011-11-26T13:07:00.002+01:00

Edwin Flathead Jacket around 4-5 months of effective wear. Mainly used as a work jacket on the colder days. Never washed or soaked.

VINTAGE: Levis 503AXX - late 40's

2011-10-26T17:09:00.000+02:00

Levis 503AXX W24 L28 Big E from the late 40's (1945-1949). Never used.

How to repair your jeans with Self Edge NYC

2011-08-31T08:06:00.000+02:00

Journal de Nîmes No 3

2011-08-18T12:04:00.000+02:00

Open publication - Free publishing - More tenue de nimes

Levi Strauss & Co. Preserving the Past

2011-06-07T20:25:00.000+02:00

Preservation of historic garments, some of them more than 100 years old, is an important aspect of the Archives' work.

Von Thord - Wedding Night

2011-05-24T09:24:00.000+02:00

Straight Razor

2011-05-20T23:55:00.000+02:00

Nudie Jeans Collection Book FW11

2011-04-30T07:17:00.000+02:00

HISTORY: Levi`s Vintage Clothing

2011-04-25T15:33:00.000+02:00

The Knappave Project - Part 4

2011-04-21T17:25:00.003+02:00

Today I'm planting some old potatoes from last season. It's very easy and they give a good yield.

This amount will give around 30 kilos new potatoes in August/September

Preparing the soil

Planting the potato in a 15 cm deep hole

What I'm wearing: Levis Vintage Knappave 1880 + LVC suspenders

They're slowly starting to fade

Pretty hostile...

Random landscape photo

Birch trees

Nudie Jeans Co. - Moving Stills

2011-04-13T16:22:00.000+02:00

Moving Stills - snapshots from the Nudie Jeans spring/summer 2011 photo shoot.

The Stronghold - Finding America

2011-04-03T16:10:00.000+02:00

Visit: www.thestronghold.com

Ray-Ban Tattoo

2011-03-30T16:48:00.000+02:00

Journal de Nîmes No 7

2011-03-27T22:40:00.000+02:00

Joe McCoy 905 (S/S 2011)

2011-03-26T10:30:00.003+01:00

Joe McCoy 905 - W34/L36

Joe McCoy 905

Joe McCoy 905 is a straight, classic/modern cut with a medium rise, made of 14,75 oz Japanese selvage denim.

Button fly
Deer skin patch
Hidden rivets
Clean back pockets
Lemon stitching
Pink selvage

Measurements pre-soak (Tagged W34/L36)

Waist: 47 cm
Thigh: 32 cm
Front rise: 28 cm
Inseam: 95 cm
Hem: 23,5 cm
Length: 120 cm

Measurements post-soak (in the machine - wool program at 40°C)

Waist: 43,5 cm
Thigh: 31 cm
Front rise: 27 cm
Inseam: 88 cm
Hem: 22,5 cm
Length: 114 cm

RED WING SHOES: Shoe Repair

2011-03-23T21:11:00.000+01:00

Today's Pic

2011-03-20T08:44:00.002+01:00

Dr. Martens: 50 Years of Rebellion

2011-03-18T09:59:00.000+01:00

The Knappave Project - Part 3

2011-03-12T17:09:00.002+01:00

Spring is almost here and it's time to start working in the garden. Today I'm planting garlic.

LVC 1880 Knappave, washed once

I had two old garlic bulbs and decided to plant them

Cloves ready to be planted

See you in 6 months...

Garlic planted next to strawberry

LVC 1880 and Red Wing 2975

Jackson Pollock (1951)

2011-03-11T21:21:00.000+01:00

Art & denim...

RED WING SHOES: The Factory

2011-03-05T09:34:00.000+01:00

For more than 100 years, Red Wing Shoe Company has been crafting purpose-built work footwear for specific jobs. From the factory floor to the construction site, from refineries to railroads, on oil rigs and docks, today’s modern craftsmen trust Red Wing to deliver premium quality work boots and shoes with the features, fit, and service required for their demanding jobs.

1950's Fifth Wheel Parking Concept

2011-03-01T22:08:00.001+01:00

Levi's As America: A Riveting Icon

2011-02-26T13:52:00.000+01:00

A Woodstock Thing

2011-02-21T22:16:00.000+01:00

Nudie Jeans Collection Book - SS11

2011-02-17T17:19:00.000+01:00

Jeanswest - History of denim

2011-02-16T14:37:00.000+01:00

Hartford Denim Company

2011-02-11T08:49:00.000+01:00

Visit: HartfordDenimCompany.com

SNEAK PEEK: Nudie Jeans F/W 2011

2011-02-09T18:35:00.002+01:00

DAF: Der Mussolini (Tanz den Mussolini)

2011-02-08T21:49:00.000+01:00

Viberg Boot: Down to the Brass Tacks

2011-02-07T02:09:00.000+01:00

Tattoo

2011-02-04T14:37:00.002+01:00

TATTOO from RACOON_STUDIO on Vimeo.

Edwin Nashville

2011-02-01T00:35:00.000+01:00

Edwin Nashville (865 B). A classic 50's inspired cut with high rise and slightly tapered legs. Made of 14oz sanforized ring spun selvage denim with reinforced back pockets, doughnut buttons, crotch rivet, durable pocket lining and leather patch. Edwin Nashville is a real value for money jean.

Measurements for size 33/34:

Waist: 43 cm

Thigh: 32 cm

Front rise: 30 cm

Inseam: 93 cm

Hem: 22 cm

Length: 120 cm

Front

Back

Leather patch

Back pockets with lining inside

Doughnut buttons

14oz red selvage denim

Dogtown and Z-Boys

2011-01-29T06:06:00.000+01:00

A trailer for the documentary about the pioneering 1970s Zephyr skating team.

Jay Adams at Del Mar (1975)

U of A student gauges bacteria in blue jeans after 15 months of unwashed wear

2011-01-27T19:24:00.000+01:00

Nudie Terry Dry Indigo denim jacket

2011-01-26T23:57:00.002+01:00

Denim jacket from Nudie Jeans co with a slim fit and made out of dry denim. It's the perfect spring jacket and will only look better the more you wear it.

Where to buy: Zoovillage.com

Eagles Of Death Metal: Secret Plans

2011-01-25T22:20:00.000+01:00

Dr. Martens: History

2011-01-24T07:57:00.002+01:00

Visit: www.drmartens.com

Naked & Famous 2011 Fall/Winter Collection

2011-01-22T20:50:00.000+01:00

STUDY: Wearing jeans for a long time without washing them is not unhealthy

2011-01-21T00:21:00.003+01:00

In an article in the National Post, it appears that it's not particularly unhealthy to wear your jeans for a long time without washing them.

University of Alberta student Josh Le, have worn a pair of jeans for 15 months without washing them, after which the bacteria level has been tested in the laboratory, and the test showed that bacterial levels were roughly the same as under normal circumstances where one washes his jeans frequently.

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Cheap Monday Coverall

2011-01-20T00:03:00.001+01:00

Cheap Monday denim coverall. Washed 6 times in cold water.

Roy Jeans

2011-01-19T00:01:00.003+01:00

Visit: www.roydenim.com

Where to buy: www.selfedge.com

Hanging Out

2011-01-18T00:26:00.004+01:00

How to fold a t-shirt

2011-01-17T23:05:00.003+01:00

America in Color

2011-01-17T16:06:00.004+01:00

America in Color from 1939-1943

More pictures here

Nudie Jeans

2011-01-16T20:55:00.004+01:00

Sidewalk Surfing

2011-01-16T18:45:00.001+01:00

Rockabilly

2011-01-16T12:32:00.003+01:00

Levis Vintage Clothing Suspenders

2011-01-15T13:33:00.004+01:00

LVC Suspenders (SS11 collection) with dark brown leather fittings and off white elastic bands 1.5 inches wide. One size fits all.

Edwin Flathead Jacket

2011-01-01T10:43:00.004+01:00

A modern take on the classic work jacket, Edwin’s Flathead Jacket is made with 14 oz unwashed Japanese selvage denim and features rivet reinforced pockets and a flannel lining.

Vintage America

2010-12-16T04:55:00.004+01:00

Snow + Flat Head 3005

2010-11-28T18:52:00.002+01:00

Red Wing / LVC 1880

2010-11-20T22:02:00.003+01:00

Levis Commercial

2010-09-16T00:10:00.001+02:00

Denime 66xx contest

2010-09-05T15:59:00.000+02:00

Denmine 66xx contest

2010-05-13T16:19:00.005+02:00

Freshly washed Denime 66xx (first wash after 4,5 months):

Documentary film about jeans - Jeans, a faded blue planet.

2010-04-23T19:10:00.006+02:00

A 10 min long trailer from the documentary film "Jeans, a faded blue planet":

Denime XX / 66XX Contest

2010-04-12T20:49:00.002+02:00

Denime 66xx - 3,5 months & one cold rinse.

Levi Strauss & Co. Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Women's Jeans

2010-03-07T00:03:00.000+01:00

Levi's: Sewing A Legend

2010-03-06T23:45:00.002+01:00

The Oldest Pair of Blue Jeans

2010-03-06T23:26:00.001+01:00

The Flat Head 1001 Sz. 36/36

2010-03-04T18:38:00.004+01:00

The Flat Head 1001 Sz. 36/36.

16 oz selvage denim, button fly, hidden rivets. The same cut as Flat Head F310 / 3001.

Measurements before soak

Waist: 46,5 cm
Thighs: 32 cm
Front rise: 27,5 cm
Inseam: 98 cm
Hem: 23 cm
Length: 124 cm

Measurements after a 30°C rinse in the machine:

Waist: 44,5 cm
Thighs: 31,5 cm
Front rise: 26 cm
Inseam: 90 cm
Hem: 22,5 cm
Length: 113 cm

Denime XX / 66XX Contest

2010-03-04T18:21:00.006+01:00

Denime 66XX after 2 months of wear and a cold rinse.

Behind the scenes on LVC S/S 09

2010-03-04T18:07:00.002+01:00

Behind the scenes on the photoshoot for LVC S/S 09, shot in Dungeness, Kent in April 2008.

Behind the scenes on LVC S/S 09 from Neighbour on Vimeo.

Traveling Denim

2010-03-04T17:48:00.001+01:00

Evolution of a pair of Levi's worn for 2 years.

" Traveling Denim " Recording color fade for two years from Takayuki Akachi on Vimeo.

Vintage Carpe Denim

2010-03-04T10:03:00.001+01:00

KATO` Tool Project 20SP-02A

2010-01-17T17:48:00.008+01:00

KATO` 02A size 34 - onewash.

Measurements:

Waist: 44 cm
Thighs: 34 cm
Front rise: 31 cm
Inseam: 84 cm
Hem: 24 cm
Length: 111 cm

For more info visit: http://kato-aaa.jp/brand/kato/

Blue Gold - Movie Trailer

2009-12-27T01:31:00.004+01:00

The Knappave Project - Part 2.

2009-11-09T17:06:00.006+01:00

Well I think it's about time for an update on the Knappave Project. Things are moving forward in the garden and the progress on the 1880's is getting more visible. I am about to prepare the soil so that crops can be planted next spring. It's really hard work to dig into all that grass.

Denim Sale

2009-11-03T20:37:00.004+01:00

I'm selling some of my jeans:

http://mynudies.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10093

Denime XX / 66XX Contest

2009-09-25T07:58:00.013+02:00

Denime 66XX size W36 L34

A nice and relatively slim 1966 inspired cut, made of 14 oz Japanese selvage denim. Every pair of Denime jeans is given a different Lot # unique to each pair.

More info on the contest here:
http://www.superfuture.com/supertalk/showthread.php?t=148774

Denime 66XX size W36 L34

Measurements before soak

Waist: 45 cm
Thighs: 32 cm
Front rise: 28 cm
Inseam: 93 cm
Hem: 22 cm
Length: 119 cm

Measurements after soak (4 hours in warm water):

Waist: 44 cm
Thighs: 31 cm
Front rise: 28 cm
Inseam: 90 cm
Hem: 21 cm
Length: 114 cm

They didn't shrink as much as I expected. I guess they will shrink a bit more when I wash them i the machine for the first time.

The Knappave Project - Part 1.

2009-08-08T17:21:00.058+02:00

The other day my girlfriend said: "Everything you do is somehow always related to a denim project!" and she's absolutely right ;-)

This time I have bought myself a piece of land that will be cultivated as an organic kitchen garden with herbs, potatoes, carrots, strawberries, etc..

The garden is located 30 km away from the center of Copenhagen and here is completely quiet and peaceful. You can only hear the sound of insects and horse neigh.

No neighbours only horses

The garden...

...same spot a few beers later.

This place is a perfect location to break in a pair of LVC Knappave 1880 jeans. I will wear them every time I work in the garden and I'm pretty sure they will become really dirty with time. My dream is to create a beautiful pair of worn in 1880s with nice vintage looking fades.

First day in the garden with my brand new 1880s

This is actually my second pair of 1880s. The first pair was a failure. I started out with a 5 hour hot soak and tumbled them dry because they hadn't shrunk at all (the tag inside says 10% shrinkage), and the jeans were totally destroyed after that. I returned them to the shop and got a full refund. This time I've bought them in a smaller size and I'm wearing them raw and unsoaked.

Levis Vintage Knappave 1880 details:

The Knappave jeans comes in 12.5oz white selvage pure indigo denim with original suspender buttons, right-hand twill, cinch back, button fly and irregular arcuate stitching. Cut in a loose fit with plenty of anti-fit in the seat area. These jeans also have a real leather patch that is hand stitched on the upper center waistband, hand applied flat rivets, original white stitching and only one back pocket (the second back pocket was added in 1901). I'm wearing a size 33/34. The waist runs one size bigger than tagged size.

Front

Back

Suspender buttons, selvage waistband and denim pockets

Chinch back and real leather patch

White selvage

Everything kept in these pockets will become blue

Levis Commercial

2009-05-01T21:57:00.001+02:00

Studio D'artisan D1335 at 9 months

2009-03-26T10:15:00.008+01:00

Here's an update on my current project, SDA D1335 Sz. 32, worn for 9,5 months and never washed nor soaked (except from when I first got them and soaked them in hot water for 1,5 hours). I think it's time to give them a wash very soon but I'll wait until the Nudie Big Bengt contest starts at MyNudies.com.

The Flat Head 3005 - Size W34/L36

2009-02-14T11:18:00.007+01:00

Measurements before soak

Waist: 44,5 cm
Thighs: 32,0 cm
Front rise: 29,0 cm
Inseam: 92,0 cm
Hem: 24,5 cm
Length: 122,0 cm

Measurements after soak (2 hours in warm water):

Waist: 42,5 cm
Thighs: 32,0 cm
Front rise: 28,0 cm
Inseam: 87,0 cm
Hem: 23,5 cm
Length: 115,0 cm

The color didn't change much after the soak.

Two semi vintage levis jackets.

2008-12-30T16:02:00.006+01:00

Type 3 jacket size 44, tagged 71205 0217 (late 70’s or early 80’s?) size 44. The number 525 is stamped on the buttons. Washed once in cold water. Weight is approx 13-14 oz. The color is dusty blue/black and the denim feels a little slubby and crinkles like older vintage jackets.

Type 3 jacket with 4 pockets size 44L, tagged 71506 0217 (mid 80’s?) The number 527 is stamped on the buttons. Still in dry condition, never washed or soaked. Weight is approx 14-15 oz and the color is clear blue.

Studio D'Artisan D1335

2008-11-06T19:54:00.005+01:00

Here's an update on my SDA D1335. Worn for 90 days at work. Not washed yet.

Nudie RRDS 31/36

2008-11-06T19:48:00.004+01:00

Washed 2 times in cold water without detergent. First wash after 1 year (worn 4-5 times a week).

Nudie Conny Dry 2 y.o.

2008-11-06T19:42:00.005+01:00

Washed 4 times and soaked a few times in cold water.

Levis 501 - 1901 Replica Sz. 33/34

2008-07-06T10:20:00.006+02:00

In 1901 a second back pocket was added to the 501. This is a exact replica of the 1901 501 denim pant. It's made of 10oz plain selvage denim with exposed rivets on the back pockets and crotch, suspender buttons, cinch back, button fly and an irregular hand stitched single needle stitching on the back pockets.

Measurements before soak

Waist: 44,0 cm
Thighs: 32,0 cm
Front rise: 36,0 cm
Inseam: 86,0 cm
Hem: 22,5 cm
Length: 115,0 cm

Measurements after soak (1 hour in warm water):

Waist: 43,0 cm
Thighs: 32,0 cm
Front rise: 33,0 cm
Inseam: 84,0 cm
Hem: 22,0 cm
Length: 112,5 cm

The color didn't change much after the soak.

Lee 101Z 1966 Replica sz 32/34

2008-07-06T09:41:00.006+02:00

Lee 101Z vintage Japanese, white selvage denim jeans. A replica of the jeans that The Beatles wore in 1966 for a Scandinavian photo shoot.

5 pockets, zip fly with 2 tone stitching and original badging. High quality, premium 13.5oz left hand, sanforized Japanese selvage denim, classic U shaped crotch, UFO rivets, produced on narrow US looms.

Measurements pre soak:

Waist: 43,0 cm
Thighs: 30,0 cm
Front rise: 31,0 cm
Inseam: 87,0 cm
Hem: 21,0 cm
Length: 117,5 cm

Measurements post soak (4,5 hours in warm water):

Waist: 42,5 cm
Thighs: 29,0 cm
Front rise: 30,0 cm
Inseam: 85,5 cm
Hem: 21,0 cm
Length: 116,0

The color didn't change much after the soak.

Studio D'artisan XXX-28 sz. 32 - Limited Edition

2008-05-27T18:52:00.009+02:00

Studio D'artisan XXX-28 Limited Edition, one of the finest denims ever produced by Studio D'Artisan. Limited to 161 pairs. Made with Zimbabwe Cotton and a special intense rich dye from Tokushima in Japan. Cordovan leather badge. Includes a denim banner and presentation box. 15 oz, regular straight cut. I'm really looking forward to break them in :-)

Measurements pre-soak:

Waist: 43,0 cm
Thighs: 29,5 cm
Front rise: 28,0 cm
Inseam: 100,0 cm
Hem: 22,0 cm
Length: 128,0 cm

Measurements post-soak (4 hours in warm water):

Waist: 42,5 cm
Thighs: 28,0 cm
Front rise: 27,5 cm
Inseam: 95,5 cm
Hem: 21,5 cm
Length: 123 cm

The Flat Head 1005 Sz. 36/36

2008-05-27T18:39:00.010+02:00

The Flat Head 1005, a 16 oz 50's model with button fly and bigger back pockets than The Flat Head 3005.
Measurements pre soak:

Waist: 46,0 cm
Thighs: 32,0 cm
Front rise: 30,0 cm
Inseam: 97,0 cm
Hem: 25,5 cm
Length: 126,0 cm

Measurements after a 30°C wash:

Waist: 44,0 cm
Thighs: 31,8 cm
Front rise: 28,2 cm
Inseam: 91,0 cm
Hem: 24,0 cm
Length: 116,0 cm

Nudie RRDS x 2

2008-05-27T18:33:00.005+02:00

RRDS 31/36 & RRDS 32/36. They have almost the same amount of wear. 31/36 have been washed once in 30°C without detergent and 32/36 have been washed many times in both warm and cold water with Woolite Black.

Nudie Edgard Dry Greycast

2008-05-27T18:28:00.004+02:00

I found this pair of Nudies on eBay. Edgard Dry Greycast sz 34/34.

I've washed my 1 y.o. RRDS

2008-05-27T18:10:00.005+02:00

RRDS 31/36, worn for 1 year (4-5 days a week) washed in cold water without detergent.

Pictures before wash:

Studio D'Artisan D1335 Limited Edition (Size 32)

2008-04-02T08:34:00.009+02:00

Regular fit. 15 oz denim rope dyed with natural Indian indigo dye. Red arcuate on rear pockets. Pink selvage. Inside pocket features tartan cotton twill lining. Made in Japan.

Measurements before soak:

Waist: 43,0 cm
Thighs: 29,0 cm
Front rise: 28,0 cm
Inseam: 96,0 cm
Hem: 22,0 cm
Length: 122,0 cm

Measurements after 1,5 hour soak in warm water:

Waist: 43,0 cm
Thighs: 29,0 cm
Front rise: 27,0 cm
Inseam: 95,0 cm
Hem: 22,0 cm
Length: 120,0 cm

Nudie RRDS 31/36 9 months old

2008-02-16T14:27:00.004+01:00

Nudie RRDS 31/36 almost 9 months old, unwashed.

Nudie Conny Dry

2008-02-16T14:24:00.003+01:00

Nudie Conny Dry, size xxl, 1,5 years old, washed 3 or 4 times.

The Flat Head F310

2008-02-16T14:11:00.005+01:00

The Flat Head F310 size 34, soaked for 4 hours in warm water.

Measurements before soak:

Waist: 43,5 cm
Thighs: 30,0 cm
Front rise: 27,5 cm
Inseam: 92,0 cm
Hem: 22,5 cm
Length: 118,0 cm

Measurements after soak:

Waist: 41,0 cm
Thighs: 29,5 cm
Front rise: 26,0 cm
Inseam: 87,0 cm
Hem: 22,0 cm
Length: 112,0 cm

Levis Vintage Clothing 505 1967

2008-02-16T13:42:00.005+01:00

LVC Levis 505 1967, worn for a month or so.
Made in USA, copper zip fly, 14.5 oz Kaihara Japanese red selvage denim. Pre shrunk.

MHPs Closet Sale

2007-12-25T12:00:00.000+01:00

I'm selling some jeans (Nudie RRDG & SJDG, LVC 501)and wallets (Red Moon long wallet)

http://www.mynudies.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6505

Levis Denim Banner

2007-12-23T13:00:00.001+01:00

Here's my latest buy. A 35 year old reproduction of a Levis banner. It's made in the mid-70s for Levis, printed on vintage selvage denim.

I just love it!

RRDS 32/36 - 13 months old.

2007-10-27T16:40:00.001+02:00

My 13 months old RRDS 32/26, 8 washes.

Nudie RRDS 31/36 5 months old - Update!

2007-10-27T16:26:00.001+02:00

Here's an update on my current denim project. Nudie RRDS 31/36 worn for 5 months and not washed yet. Unless anything unexpected happens, my plan is to keep on wearing these until 01 May 2008 before the first wash. They already smell pretty bad because I don't air them or soak them.

RRDS 32/36 - 1 year old.

2007-09-25T16:59:00.003+02:00

Nudie Regular Ralf Dry Selvage 32/36 1 year old. Washed 8 times.

Red Moon HR-01A

2007-08-19T13:17:00.001+02:00

Red Moon wallet HR-01A, suntanned, oiled and worn for 10 months.

7 months old.

Nudie Wallet

2007-08-19T09:46:00.001+02:00

My 1 year old Nudie Wallet.

Nudie Conny Jacket Dry

2007-07-21T15:46:00.001+02:00

Nudie Conny Jacket XXL, 1 year old, washed 2 times in 30°C. First wash after 6 months.

Nudie Regular Ralf Dry Selvage 31/36 (RRDS)

2007-07-21T15:22:00.001+02:00

My current project is a pair of RRDS 31/36. I use them at work for about 4-5 days a week and wear them hard in all kind of weather. They're about 2 months old now and my plan is to keep them going until may 2008 before the first wash.