These New Year’s crafts for kids are easy, fun, and most can be made with items from around the house (or from the dollar store!). Glitter Jelly Ingredients: 6 oz. Elmer’s Glitter Glue, 1-2 tbsp baking soda, 4 tbsp contact solution Directions: Find a bowl in which to mix your …
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Artist creates intricate crochet artwork commenting on complex societal issues
“I crochet Portland”, 2006-2009, 63 x 114 in. Scottish textile artist Jo Hamilton pushes the boundaries of crochet with her subversive “crochet paintings”. Ranging from strikingly colored portraits to cityscapes painstakingly sewn from recycled yarns, her nuanced textile pieces play with color, line and texture, challenging our traditional perceptions of …
Read More »Edmonton Aboriginal Arts and Crafts Christmas Sale is a huge success!
(ANNews) – Congratulations to the IAM (Indigenous Artists Market) collective in Edmonton and to organizer / manager Lorrie Lawrence who pulled off a big hit the weekend of December 10-12. As the host of a “very indigenous holiday market”, IAM has set up around 80 stalls selling indigenous arts and …
Read More »‘We like it.’ Webb in arts and crafts
A user by the name of tonysmyuncle created this model of the James Webb Space Telescope and submitted it to the LEGO Ideas webpage. Image via Lego. Sometimes when you are eagerly awaiting something good, it helps keep your hands occupied. These people got a little tricky while waiting for …
Read More »Observe the captivating craftsmanship of Ladakh in the capital
New Delhi What comes to your mind when it comes to pashmina wool, intricate woodwork, clay and stone ware, and thangka paintings depicting Buddhist culture? Of course, these are tied to the Himalayan region, but Ladakh is the precise answer. And thanks to a permanent event, Ladakh came to the …
Read More »Calhoun Gym collects donations for instructor who lost his home in Bremen | Mclean County
Although McLean County didn’t suffer massive damage from the tornadoes that passed through many parts of western Kentucky, that didn’t stop the community from helping neighbors in need. Shortly after the tornadoes touched down in counties such as Muhlenberg and Ohio, many organizations and businesses were keen to try to …
Read More »Wolf Vetoes GOP Bill to Post School Online Course Materials | Pennsylvania News
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf on Wednesday vetoed a bill that would have required school districts to post information about textbooks, course materials and academic standards online. the state. The Democratic governor said the legislation “politicizes what is taught in our schools” and that state regulations already …
Read More »Where to find crafts and markets | The 21st show
While some small businesses only temporarily closed during the months of lockdown — taking a major hit along the way — many businesses, especially in Illinois, closed permanently. On the other hand, long lockdowns and lasting quarantines have offered lots of extra free time they never thought they would have …
Read More »St. Albans Culinary Instructor Wins Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship | Food News | Seven days
Click to enlarge Courtesy of the Food Network Adam Monet Earlier this fall, on the second episode of Food Network’s “Holiday Baking Championship,” two contestants were discussing fellow contestant Adam Monette, a …
Read More »Qatar seizes ‘un-Islamic’ children’s toys with rainbow patterns similar to LGBT flags
Authorities in Qatar have seized a line of what they called “un-Islamic” children’s toys that feature rainbow designs similar to LGBT flags. The small, oil-rich peninsula will host the FIFA World Cup next year, and despite repeated claims by authorities that everyone will be welcome for the tournament, homosexuality remains …
Read More »Patterns and trends in eczema management in primary care
Eczema is the most common inflammatory skin condition in children worldwide, and it often persists into adulthood. The condition can be debilitating and patients of all ages can experience psychological impact. Case management is provided by primary care and attendance rates are high: 96% of children with eczema have …
Read More »Freudenberg Performance Materials raises prices for nonwoven performance materials for flooring and filtration applications across EMEA
ARNHEM, The Netherlands – December 20, 2021 – Freudenberg Performance Materials today announces a general upward adjustment to its prices for nonwoven performance materials for flooring and filtration applications in the EMEA region. This revision, effective January 1, 2022, has become necessary due to the sustained and unprecedented increase in …
Read More »Craft Corner: Turn your empty delivery boxes into holiday crafts, by Marie Hueston
Tis the season—to get lots, lots of bundles! Before you flatten the boxes to put down with your recycling, consider turning them into holiday crafts. Here’s a step-by-step guide to turning empty cardboard boxes into festive gingerbread houses. To choose your box. For this project, look for boxes that already …
Read More »Regina vendors sell Indigenous arts and crafts as Christmas gifts
Companies such as Traditions Handcraft Gallery and Ochapowace Petro Canada are responding to the growing demand for Indigenous gifts this holiday season. Traditions is a Regina staple, established 26 years ago in the Cathedral Quarter. Current owners, Kathleen and Jeff Coleclough, provide local artists from across Saskatchewan with …
Read More »Nanaimo Festival celebrates Indigenous dance, drumming, arts, crafts and cuisine
What: Sum̓sháthuthut [Sun] Festival, a celebration of indigenous dancing, drumming, singing and cookingWhere: Beban Park Auditorium, 2300 Bowen Rd., NanaimoWhen: Saturday, 3 p.m. (doors at 2:30 p.m.)Tickets: $ 15 at the door (tickets that include dinner can be purchased at tickets.porttheater.com for $ 25 or $ 45 Nanaimo’s Sum̓sháthut Festival …
Read More »Council boss visits Halstead Craft Shop as part of a fact-finding tour
A CRAFT store hosted a high patron of the city council as part of a visit to businesses in the region. Bumble & Yarn is a family owned business in Halstead that sells acrylic and natural fiber yarns, fabrics, craft supplies and haberdashery. Owner Emma Valentine also runs knitting, crochet …
Read More »Towards recyclable composite materials
Researchers at the University of Limerick are working to improve the recyclability of composite materials used in the construction, aerospace and automotive industries. The next-generation recyclable composites are being developed by Project Vibes, a pan-European consortium of which the University of Limerick is the sole academic partner. The project aims …
Read More »Friends, crafts and support for the Limerick-based ‘2020’ club
A NEW group has opened up a rich vein of activity and friendship for the Adare women, providing opportunities to practice old skills, hone new ones, and have fun doing it. Adare Women’s 2020 Club was born from an idea among a small group of women who met regularly to …
Read More »Mayor opens new craft and antiques store in Wisbech
Posted: 5:25 PM December 9, 2021 The husband of a woman with mental health challenges believes that opening their new knitting and antique store has given him “the joy of living.” Linda and Karl Brittin opened their new store, Past Times, in Pond World Retail Park near Lynn Road, Wisbech …
Read More »Massillon SantaCon offers family entertainment, crafts, photos and live music
MASSILLON – Sam Heaton, owner of Erie St Vinyl in downtown Massillon, will be attending SantaCon in style. The event encourages the public to dress up as Santa Claus or other holiday costume while supporting local businesses and raising money for charity. Heaton creates her own outfit, mimicking Audrey Griswold’s …
Read More »Christmas rate at the grand reopening of Classy Crafts
Fay Williams chats with local author Marilyn J Bakker about her exciting trilogy of adventures. Classy Crafters didn’t sit idle during what seemed like an endless lockdown. Instead, like busy elves, they worked hard to create unique Christmas gifts to delight shoppers of all ages; exciting new wooden animals, succulent …
Read More »Rosario Dawson looks pretty in the patterns as she models a number of new sunglasses for Warby Parker
Rosario Dawson looks pretty in the patterns as she models a number of new sunglasses for Warby Parker By Mark Mcgreal for Dailymail.Com Published: 10:58 p.m. EST, December 8, 2021 | Update: 7:30 a.m. EST, December 9, 2021 Rosario Dawson has modeled a ton of new looks for online sunglasses …
Read More »The Inverurie Community Crafts project shows the skills of its members
Local artisans enjoyed a very successful fair on Saturday at the premises of Grampian Enterprises (GO) in West High Street, Inverurie. The group was formed two years ago as part of the Inverurie Community Handicraft Project (ICCP) and meets regularly to discuss plans for different projects. Phyliss Gordon, founding member …
Read More »Materia Inc., High Performance Structural Materials Company, to Join ExxonMobil Chemical as a Wholly Owned Subsidiary
PASADENA, California – December 7, 2021 – Materia Inc., a high performance structural materials company that has pioneered the development of Nobel Prize-winning technology for the manufacture of a new class of polymers, today announced hui its acquisition by ExxonMobil Chemical Co., a division of ExxonMobil Corp. This acquisition combines …
Read More »The art of the beautiful buttercream cake is inspired by textiles and crafts
For some people, food is a form of artistic expression. Cakes, in particular, provide an unconventional canvas from which creative bakers can create edible sculptures. Lauren Wodnicki, alias Lauren loves cake, creates sweets that are as beautiful as they are tasty. Inspired by crafts like macrame and weaving, she uses …
Read More »Westlife, Handicrafts and The Rescue on screens tonight
Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas In the years since Kirstie Allsopp first tried the handmade world, the craft really gained in popularity, with thousands of people across the country dabbling in knitting, crochet, sewing, baking, carpentry and more. For this one, she teams up with her TV partner Phil Spencer (who tries …
Read More »Westlife, artisan crafts and The Rescue hit screens tonight
Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas In the years since Kirstie Allsopp’s first dab in the handmade world, the craft has really grown in popularity, with thousands of people across the country taking up knitting, crocheting, sewing, baking, carpentry and more. For this one, she teams up with her TV partner Phil Spencer …
Read More »Apparel Fabrics Market Size, Forecast and Top Companies – Same Fabrics, MINERVA CRAFTS, Fabric Godmother, Youngor, John Lewis, Jianye, Fangyi
London, MR Precision Reports wrote the report, titled Global Dress Fabrics Industry 2021 is a methodical research study based on the Apparel Fabrics market, analyzing the competitive framework of the industry globally. Using effective analytical tools such as SWOT analysis and Porter’s five forces analysis, the report provides a comprehensive …
Read More »Christmas in Aurora with crafts, trombone concert, more | Entertainment
Citizen staff Christmas in Aurora will herald the holiday season with crafts, a free concert and more on Saturday, December 4, in and around the lakeside village. • All Day: Outdoor Vacation Walk to Aurora Free Library, 370 Main Street (for additional events, visit aurorafreelibrary.org.) • 10 am to 4 …
Read More »The Best Wavy Hair Routine For 2A, 2B & 2C Curl Models
You can let your hair air dry for a low maintenance wavy hair routine, or blow dry it for maximum waviness. If you choose to blow-dry your hair, be sure to apply some cream to dry your hair to protect your strands from the heat. For blow-drying or diffusion, Ruiz …
Read More »Quilts and crafts galore! – Times News Online
Posted on December 01, 2021 at 10:06 am PRESS PHOTOS OF DONNA GEWERTZ Wendell Burkholder, of Kutztown, poses near a wreath and flower arrangement at the Craft Fair and Quilting Show at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Faith, held on the 13th November at 3355 Macarthur Road, Whitehall, Church. Wendy …
Read More »Australian fashion has a problem when it comes to sourcing raw materials
For every brand making a sustainability claim, there is a tremendous amount of offshoring happening behind the scenes. Earlier this year, the Australian Fashion Council released its 2021 Fashion Industry Report. Beyond reflections on the devastating effects of COVID on the local industry, and a bit of posturing about the …
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