Eighteen years’ worth of artist’s paint rags and a camper van were the stimulus for Patricia Brown to find a new craft that she could do in a small space. Having salvaged old paint-daubed cloths from a bucket in her New York studio, Patricia purchased the whole gamut of colours in the DMC embroidery floss range and proceeded to spend […]
Nancy Chemtob, a matrimonial lawyer, has helped Mary-Kate Olsen, Tory Burch, Bobby Flay and other celebrities get divorced. After practicing for decades as the founding partner of Chemtob Moss Forman & Beyda, one of the largest matrimonial firms in New York City, Ms. Chemtob went through a divorce herself, in 2012. Her divorce was horrific and unexpected, she said. But […]
Nimble Trainer 6 years He/Him Tell us about your journey to fitness and personal training: I was a professional ballet dancer, which was beautiful but resulted in a LOT of injuries and an early retirement. Afterwards I was looking for something to replace not just my career, but the 6 to 7 days a week of 6 to 9 hours of […]
Need and Benefits of Circular Economy Vilas GharatBoard Member of Trustees (Textile Association India-Mumbai)Managing Director (Gharat and Associates)Email: [email protected] In view of increasing cost due to various factors it is very necessary to reduce cost without compromising Product Quality. Similarly, it is also expected by costumers to have new features in every new product. Hence, we need to have […]
Nothing is more frustrating than looking forward to getting a good night’s sleep only to find yourself tossing and turning once it’s finally time to go to bed. How can sleep’s grasp elude you when you’ve been so tired all day? Sleep hygiene is a good place to start. What’s that? Although sleep hygiene may conjure images of fresh-smelling sheets […]
Nothing is more frustrating than looking forward to getting a good night’s sleep only to find yourself tossing and turning once it’s finally time to go to bed. How can sleep’s grasp elude you when you’ve been so tired all day? Sleep hygiene is a good place to start. What’s that? Although sleep hygiene may conjure images of fresh-smelling sheets […]
“I wish I was the kind of person that loves to exercise… I’m just not that guy.” My friend Dave takes a sip from his perfectly poured pint, while explaining his reluctance to exercise. “I’m the guy who’s really into beer,” he adds. “I have no interest in exercise. Beer is my thing. That’s who I am.” Dave, like lots […]
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 […]
