Eighty-year-old Chan King-fat perches on a plastic stool on a busy sidewalk in Causeway Bay, one of Hong Kong Island’s main shopping districts, as the Chinese New Year approaches. His easel is a small folding table on which he draws delicate strokes on the traditional fin red background – making …
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The Olrain kimono style cardigan is available in over 40 colors and patterns
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships, so we may receive compensation for certain links to products and services. You know when you buy new clothes and you just wish there were more options? You think, “Oh, if only this came in a different color” or “If only this print was a …
Read More »Birla Cellulose issues net zero target | News about materials and production
Birla Cellulose issues net zero target | Materials and Production News | News Other publications from MCL News & Media © 2008 – 2022 MCL News and Media Interested in advertising? Just call us Sales: +44 1977 708488 Or …
Read More »Library to host Valentine’s crafts, book clubs and readings from local writers – The Advocate-Messenger
The Boyle County Public Library offers many free activities for patrons of all ages. The library currently hosts Dinosaur Discovery, an exhibit featuring over 120 fossils and casts from the collection curated by Dr. John Hankla. Stop to explore the free exhibit, which will remain on display until mid-March. Virtual …
Read More »Summit on sustainable and biobased alternative materials
The Sustainable and Bio-Based Alternative Materials Digital Summit, to be held March 30-31, 2022, will bring together start-ups, the fashion and apparel industry, bio-based innovators and cross-sector sustainability advocates, to explore key challenges and opportunities in the successful commercialization of plant-based, lab-grown and circular materials at scale. For two days, …
Read More »Manhattan Beach elementary music teacher arrested for possession of child pornography – Daily Breeze
A man who works as a part-time elementary school music teacher for the Manhattan Beach Unified School District was arrested on suspicion of possession of child pornography on Wednesday, Jan. 26, officials said. Kevin Bandel, 30, of Manhattan Beach, was arrested after detectives were tipped off that he may be …
Read More »Moncler pledges to ban animal fur | News about materials and production
Moncler pledges to ban animal fur | Materials and Production News | News Other publications from MCL News & Media © 2008 – 2022 MCL News and Media Interested in advertising? Just call us Sales: +44 1977 708488 Or …
Read More »Rebel Wilson rocks patterns in a plaid jacket, sheer top and ankle boots – Footwear News
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Footwear News may receive an affiliate commission. Rebel Wilson plays with print in a jacket perfect for the winter months. The ‘Pitch Perfect’ star was spotted out and about in West Hollywood, Calif., on Monday …
Read More »Free Weedsport Library: Clubs, Crafts and More to Keep Busy in February | Lifestyles
Samantha Black special for the citizen Are you looking to broaden your horizons or get out of your comfort zone? Join us for the 2022 Weedsport Free Library Reading Challenge. Stop by the library or visit the library website to download a journal of 24 categories of books to read …
Read More »UCLA student starts knitting business to give back to community
For Sydney Flamm, kindness is just one point. After learning to crochet and knit through school clubs and YouTube tutorials, the third-year sociology student said she decided to open her own business, Syd’s Knits. Her site features products such as cardigans and crochet toys, and she said for every beanie …
Read More »Needlecraft Cottagecore crafts like crochet, knitting, embroidery can be therapeutic during quarantine
One slow afternoon in April 2020, when I was bored to death, my mom pointed to a bag of vibrating threads lying on the couch. In fact, this is exactly what I needed! I am grateful to have gone through the phases of confinement with my family. I had free …
Read More »‘Bee Well Crafternoons’ uses textile crafts to improve mental well-being
New dates have been announced for Bee Well Crafternoons classes Submitted by Stitched Up Sustainable fashion nonprofit Stitched Up has announced new dates for its popular Bee Well Crafternoons classes, thanks to support from the Manchester Wellbeing Fund. The 10-week participant-led course is aimed at adults dealing with mental health …
Read More »Surviving Farm Craft Day | News
When Robert Henning announced a rotation on Saturday, two children in the family switched to what he called “a tough station”. Skylar Shadrick, 9, tries to figure out instructions from a museum assistant as he learns how to make a spool knit on Saturday at Gillette’s Rockpile Museum. Ed Glazar …
Read More »Applications are open for the Bridge to Crafts Careers program at Woodlawn Cemetery – Bronx Times
Each spring, the Woodlawn Bridges to Crafts Career Preservation Training Program selects 20 trainees to receive specialized hands-on training in masonry and restoration under the guidance of a resident craftsman. The program includes a 10-week paid professional training and placement workforce development program that focuses exclusively on the restoration and …
Read More »Independent designers get creative with yarns and dyes
When you see a cute handmade sweater, you know it took a long time to make. Knitting or crocheting is only part of it. (A fun online calculator at www.lovecrafts.com estimates how long it would take from a basic scarf to a blanket, baby booties or patterned garment; figure between …
Read More »Psychedelic prints and patterns for the grooviest vibes
Things are getting heady in 2022 as psychedelic prints continue to grow in popularity. Wavy, heavily patterned prints are one of the few retro styles that haven’t yet made a real sustained comeback in the 2000s, so it’s time for some time in the spotlight. And if you’re looking to …
Read More »UNMISS peacekeepers teach Wau women money-making models
“I used to sell vegetables at the market, but it didn’t pay off very well,” says Lucia Richard Ujang, a 35-year-old widow and mother of three. “Today I received a sewing machine for the best performance during training”. Ms Ujang talks about a six-week sewing course offered to around 30 …
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Read More »UNMISS peacekeepers teach Wau women how to earn money
January 11, 2022 • • “Before, I sold vegetables at the market, but it didn’t pay well,” explains Lucia Richard Ujang, a 35-year-old widow and mother of three. “Today I received a sewing machine for the best performance during training”. Ms. Ujang talks about a six-week sewing course …
Read More »Oeko-Tex launches an environmental impact tool | News about materials and production
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Read More »‘Simple’ bacteria found to organize themselves in surprisingly elaborate patterns
Researchers at UC San Diego have found that Bacillus subtilis, a bacterium found in soil, creates concentric rings reminiscent of developmental “bands” created by a segmentation clock. The researchers found that bacterial biofilms use a clock and wavefront process for cell patterning similar to plants and animals. 1 credit Discovered …
Read More »Chennai-based Peekaboo Patterns focus on all things kids – The New Indian Express
Express press service In 2005, when Garima Agarwal wanted to furnish her children’s bedrooms, she could not find anything specially designed for children on the Indian market. That’s when she decided to put her design background to good use and take matters into her own hands. She continued to design …
Read More »13 Elephant Crafts That Are Extremely Entertaining
Zero Creation/Getty Images Do you need new ideas for DIY time at home? If so, we have what you need. Below, we share a roundup of elephant crafts perfect for kids of all ages. Whether you’re a homeschooled family needing activities for an elephant unit study, or a parent trying …
Read More »Crafts: Indie Designers Get Creative With Yarns and Dyes | Way of life
(AP) — When you see a nice handmade sweater, you know it took a long time to make. Knitting or crocheting is only part of it. (A fun online calculator at www.lovecrafts.com estimates how long it would take from a basic scarf to a blanket, baby booties or patterned garment; …
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The Monroe County Public Library offers local residents the chance to read, learn, connect and create. The Downtown Library is located at 303 E. Kirkwood Ave. and the Ellettsville branch is at 600 W. Temperance St. All events are free. Funding for the event is provided by the Friends of …
Read More »Indian government approves establishment of Kunbi Handloom Crafts Village in Goa
The Ministry of Textiles, Government of India has approved the establishment of Kunbi Handloom Craft Village in South Goa. To be constructed at a cost of ₹10 crore, the project is to be completed by March 2023. Financial subsidy and other support will be provided by the Office of the …
Read More »Independent designers get creative with yarns and dyes – News-Herald
By KIM COOK When you see a cute, handmade sweater, you know it took a while to make. Knitting or crochet is one of them. (A fun online calculator at www.lovecrafts.com estimates how long it would take you for everything from a basic scarf to a blanket, baby booties, or …
Read More »British Columbia Supreme Court dismisses karate instructor’s lawsuit
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has dismissed a lawsuit against an inland school district that alleged the district engaged in fraud, collusion, defamation and breach of contract . Sheldon Scott Hutcheson brought the allegations against the Kootenay-Columbia School District School Board after a series of events that took place …
Read More »Handicrafts: independent designers get creative with yarns, dyes
When you see a cute, handmade sweater, you know it took a while to make. Knitting or crochet is one of them. (A fun online calculator at www.lovecrafts.com estimates how long it would take you for everything from a basic scarf to a blanket, baby booties, or patterned clothing; count …
Read More »Craftsmanship: Independent designers get creative with yarns and dyes
When you see a cute handmade sweater, you know it took a long time to make. Knitting or crocheting is only part of it. (A fun online calculator at www.lovecrafts.com estimates how long it would take from a basic scarf to a blanket, baby booties or patterned garment; figure between …
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