Behind The Seams
Welcome to “Behind the Seams,” our Journal where we share the stories, inspirations, and quiet details behind every General Knot design. From vintage fabric discoveries to everyday design adventures, we’re glad you’re here.
The Condiment That Keeps On Giving
Truth be told, we've become a bit addicted to the IG account HalfBakedHarvest. Amazing photos and ridiculously tantalizing food porn worthy recipes. Every one we have tried has been a winner. The Tequila Lime...
Patchwork, An American Tradition
Patchworking began as a way to utilize scraps of fabric left over from past projects. After cutting fabrics for dresses, shirts, blouses, pants, jackets, whatever was being made, there were plenty of...
Making The American Man- A Documentary by Greg Caruso
At General Knot, we have always thoroughly enjoyed the act of creating, whether it be three dimensional or conceptual, but we've never quite embraced the aspects associated with being interviewed and having to talk about...
Pearl Paint | The Tools You Need
I am surely not alone in my sadness, hearing of Pearl Paint closing it's legendary Canal Street flagship store. It played an important role in my years at Parsons in...
Brian Bubb | Setting The Direction
From as early as grade school, I was fascinated with beautiful fabrics. I used to tag along with my mother to fabric shops where she would find what she needed...
New England Road Trip
For someone who has spent most journeys to visit factories in a van packed with fellow jet-lagged designers barreling through the remote hillsides and packed industrial streets of China, it...