Sometimes a direct message on Instagram can lead to a business partnership. Last year, Marissa Freed, president of the former Winnipeg clothing company Freed & Freed International, heard from many people in the company about Indigo Arrows, a booming homewares brand that uses Minimalist traditional designs drawn from Anishinaabe pottery …
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Faurecia will create a Sustainable Materials division
Fibres/Yarns/Fabrics Faurecia, one of the world leaders in automotive technology headquartered in Nantes, France, is creating a new division dedicated to the development and manufacture of sustainable and intelligent materials. The new Sustainable Materials division will benefit from Faurecia’s leading positions in the automotive interiors and seating market and from …
Read More »Faurecia creates the Sustainable Materials division
Fibers / Threads / Fabrics Faurecia, one of the world leaders in automotive technology headquartered in Nantes, France, is creating a new division dedicated to the development and manufacture of sustainable and intelligent materials. The new Sustainable Materials division will benefit from Faurecia’s leadership positions in the automotive interiors and …
Read More »Shawmut: investing in the future of advanced materials
An N95 particulate respiratormade by Shawmut Accustomed to innovation and change, Shawmut is committed to helping customers resolve pressing business challenges quickly. TW Special report FBorn in 1916, Shawmut Corp., based in West Bridgewater, Mass., is no stranger to innovation and change. The fourth-generation, family-owned global business is the largest …
Read More »Instructor gets passionate about river surfing in Dayton
DAYTON, Ohio – As the icy water flows over her board and her family cheers from the shore, Fiona takes a deep breath and dives towards the rapids. Finding her balance, she gets on all fours, then one foot steps forward, shaking slightly as she muster the strength to stand …
Read More »8 back-to-school crafts for the whole family
Photo: CREISINGER/DepositPhotosThis article may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase, My Modern Met may earn an affiliate commission. Please read our disclosure for more information. Even in the height of summer, back to school is fast approaching. Soon, teens will be picking out their first day outfits and …
Read More »Hawks fly in zigzag patterns to take advantage of strong tailwinds, study finds
The mystery of why Eleonora’s hawks migrate on longer routes in a complex ‘zig-zag’ pattern has long baffled scientists. But they are now on the verge of discovering the answer after discovering that the birds do this not only to benefit from stronger tailwinds, but also to take detours to …
Read More »7 free baby knitting patterns perfect for beginners
kertlisGetty Images Are you looking for a baby knitting pattern? If you are looking for a pattern for a baby blanket, sweater or cardigan that is adorable and easy to follow, we have the answer. These knitting patterns are designed by renowned knitters and have been tried and tested by …
Read More »New Hanover County Public Library drops fines for overdue children’s documents
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) – If you delay your visit to the library because you have books and other materials overdue, the New Hanover County Public Library no longer charges fines. In addition, existing overdue fines on children’s documents will be waived and no longer accumulate. The library made the change …
Read More »DVLA ‘confusion’ prevents retired Plymouth driving instructor from taking disabled wife out
A retired Elburton driving instructor was left without a physical copy of his driver’s license after confusion and “due to Covid” causing delays. Andrew Cocker, a former driving instructor and examiner, received a letter to renew his license, which was due to expire on June 19. Because the 76-year-old man’s …
Read More »China Christmas motifs you’ll love for your southern home
Christmas time arrives every year, bringing with it festive family reunions, fun holiday parties, and endless parties. We can smell the divine aroma of cinnamon and cranberry simmering on the stove, and we can certainly taste our grandma’s homemade cheese straws (maybe a little too much). It’s the best time …
Read More »Arts and Crafts in Woodland Hills
Looking for a way to turn an ordinary afternoon into an inspired adventure without the annoying hurdle of planning anything in advance? All it takes is dropping into one of the following imaginative spaces in Woodland Hills to channel your inner Picasso – or your little ones’ inner painters. Future …
Read More »Ascend Performance Materials receives quality award from General Motors
HOUSTON – June 30, 2021 – Ascend Performance Materials received the General Motors 2020 Supplier Quality Excellence Award for its polyamide 6.6 plant in Pensacola, Florida. The award recognizes GM suppliers who meet or exceed rigorous company quality performance criteria and support multiple functions within GM’s organization. Ascend, the largest …
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