





Hello Glenhuntly
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“Hello Glen Huntly” emerges as a fusion of fashion and typography, embodying a symbolic gesture of reconnection with human communication and interaction, urging viewers to look up from their digital devices and engage with the world around them. This innovative concept marks the inaugural collaboration between Jody and Melbourne digital designer Diego De Nicola.
United by their shared passion for architecture, typography, and a nostalgic reverence for the post-war era, they embarked on the creation of “Hello Glen Huntly.” Drawing inspiration from these elements, they crafted a visually arresting display that serves as a nod of recognition to the vibrant community of the suburb where Jody’s shop resides, inviting all to embrace the beauty of human connection.
I have always wanted to create a typographic dress using my refined applique skills.
Jody Kahlon
Jody describes some of her processes below:
We wanted to say “hello” to the community. Diego designed the wooden lettering which was machine cut from ply.
For the outfits, we selected a font that would translate well into the fabric.
The lettering was created from a red silk bias binding over a white silk base.
Placement and font size was planned before it was stitched onto a tear-away template
I wrapped the ply wood cut out ‘Hello’ in fabric to help support the fine lettering and add texture.
The ‘Glen Huntly’ letters were cut from thick blocks of MDF so they could stand in the window on a shelf.
Each letter was machine carved with 2mm grooves to define the details of the font. The outline of the carving made it easier for me to paint.
Each letter was sanded, undercoated and the contrasting detail masked before painting the red top coat. The lettering took quite a few days to paint. I won’t ever give up sewing…. but I do love to paint.
Dim warm mood lighting was added to the scene. ‘Hello’ was suspended from the ceiling before we placed all the other props in the window.