Buying Local

Cely and I were up early today and that was a good thing. We watched a locally produced program about all things Wisconsin and learned about a local company that produces and markets handmade neckties that sells at Nordstroms and high-end clothing stores across the country. The company is XMI products of Chippewa Falls. Evidently the ties sell for around $120.00 and have been worn by a lot of famous people. They supplied the neckties for the cast of West Wing. So we got up more quickly than usual and drove up to the factory where they have an outlet store. I picked up a $120.00 tie for $22.00 and an irregular shirt for $5.00. I think I will make it my regular clothing store!