Vanessa Rolf likes to take an instinctive approach. She dives deep into a topic, hunting for connections. Inspired by maps, journeys, memorials and collections, Vanessa combs through a seemingly disparate mixture of imagery, text and textile selections. She looks for links and associations that she can use to tell stories, through meaningful layers of cloth interconnected with hand stitch. Vanessa […]
‘In all things of nature, there is something of the marvellous.’ Aristotle There’s just something about landscape art that never gets old. Nature never ceases to inspire, and the notion of ‘place’ lies deep within our human psyche. But there’s also something extra special about textile art landscapes: colour and texture. We’ve gathered five different landscape artists whose art is […]
Introduction:It’s all about providing the ideal environment for customers in the hospitality industry. A satisfied customer will return, leave nice reviews online, tell others about your company, and may even be willing to spend a little extra to stay with you rather than with a competitor. And if you’re looking for ways to provide a perfect stay to your guests […]
Introduction:Water is the most important of the compounds. It exists in large quantities in nature. Water is the very essential element in the textile industry. At present this industry can be said to be useless without water. Wet processing in the textile industry is impossible without water. Although there are several methods of waterless wet processing now, but all of […]
After a long day of work and dealing with life, do you find yourself in the following scenario? You’re stretched out in bed, bathed in your phone’s screen light as you mindlessly scroll. Yes, it’s past your intended bedtime, and you’re tired. Yet, turning the phone off and heading to dreamland is not happening. You stubbornly resist – knowing full […]
After a long day of work and dealing with life, do you find yourself in the following scenario? You’re stretched out in bed, bathed in your phone’s screen light as you mindlessly scroll. Yes, it’s past your intended bedtime, and you’re tired. Yet, turning the phone off and heading to dreamland is not happening. You stubbornly resist – knowing full […]
You might not realize it, but our gut (and what’s lurking inside) plays a big role in the quality of our sleep. Connecting our brain to our gut (also known as the second brain), our vagus nerve and millions of other nerves act as a two-lane highway that constantly sends signals to one another – regulating how we feel. Sleep […]
Cotton is a popular kind of raw material that is utilized in the textile industry in a variety of different ways. Because its soft fibers can be turned into a wide variety of valuable items, it is one of the most adaptable crops in the world. Fabric made from cotton is among the forms of fabric that are used the […]
The story of the UK’s ‘Windrush Generation’ started with hope but ultimately led to injustices that are still being experienced today. It describes individuals and families who came to the UK between 1948 and 1971 from Caribbean countries and refers to the ship MV Empire Windrush which arrived at Tilbury Docks, Essex, on 22 June 1948. There were 492 passengers […]
Reviewed by Gabrielle Fundaro, PhD, CISSN, CHC “I can’t go out tonight, I’m… busy.” If you struggle with gut health problems, you know this line is often code for one—or all—of the following: “I have to stay close to the bathroom.” “I can’t wear real pants right now.” “My farts might kill you.” Digestive symptoms like gas, bloating, indigestion, and […]
Abstract art can be difficult to define, but we know it when we see it. Abstract art is, well, abstract. Scholars largely agree abstract art is about visually moving away from an exact likeness of a person, place or thing. The artist doesn’t seek to replicate, as with a photo. Instead, the artist distorts, rearranges or otherwise modifies design elements […]
It’s that time again! The temp starts climbing towards 70 degrees, birds are chirping, buds are blooming, and all the runners have emerged from hiding and are hitting the pavement. With a wide variety of running styles and goals, one thing is true for all runners, no matter your level: A little prep before you run goes a long way. […]
All over the internet, you’ll find magical-sounding solutions for anxiety, depression, brain fog, and fatigue. Eat this ancient mushroom! Wear this crystal! Hang upside down! If only feeling better were that simple. Focusing on just one food or supplement is kind of like wearing a raincoat that only covers your left shoulder. It’s just not enough to help you weather […]
Combining photography with stitch was not something that Liz Jeary had ever thought about until, in her thirties, she took a photography degree which introduced her to the idea of painting and stitching into her images. Liz had previously pursued a range of careers but knew all along that only something that included photography would satisfy. A number of workshops […]
The following is written by Karlie Everhart and originally published on her blog. I started meditating ten years ago. At the time, I had suffered from intermittent bouts of anxiety and was looking for a way to calm the surmounting pressure I constantly applied to myself. The only new-agey person I was familiar with was Gabrielle Bernstein, so I bought […]
The following is written by Karlie Everhart and originally published on her blog. I started meditating ten years ago. At the time, I had suffered from intermittent bouts of anxiety and was looking for a way to calm the surmounting pressure I constantly applied to myself. The only new-agey person I was familiar with was Gabrielle Bernstein, so I bought […]
If you find yourself tossing and turning throughout the night, then it might be time to create a better sleep environment. Not only can this upgrade help you get better, more consistent sleep, but it can help your physical and mental health in the long run. In this guide, we’ll go over how to identify insomnia and create an environment […]
Yoga is known to add many positive benefits to people’s health and wellbeing, but how about adding it to your nighttime routine? If sleep doesn’t come easy to you, bedtime yoga could be your solution to a good night’s rest. Here are a few poses to promote better quality sleep. 1. Child’s Pose The child’s pose is a nice […]
Why choose mixed media? Maybe you’re driven by a desire to use particular materials. Do you love the tactile details of stitched work and the broad brush strokes of painting, and want to combine both approaches in your work? Or are you looking for a more powerful way to communicate your message? Could selecting media closely associated with your subject […]
Times Insider explains who we are and what we do, and delivers behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism comes together. When my friend Caity Weaver called me out of the blue to propose joining her for a weeklong excursion in a camper van, I thought, this could be amazing, followed immediately by, could this be a huge mistake? I suspect […]
