What is formal wear? Formal wear (US, Canada) and formal dress (UK, Australia, New Zealand, and other Commonwealth Realms) and eveningwear are general terms for clothing suitable for formal social events. The Western style ...
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Italian textile firms are rapidly making their way in the Chinese market, which can be seen from the rapid rise in the number of Italian exhibitors at the China International Apparel Fabrics and Accessories (Spring) Expo, held from March 27 ...
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Mesh consists of semi-permeable barrier made of connected strands of metal, fiber, or other flexible/ductile material. Mesh is similar to web or net in that it has many attached or woven strands. Types of mesh: A plastic mesh is ...
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The largest quilt and fiber art show in the Eastern United States continues to grow, while more than 16,500 attendees flocked to Lancaster, PA for AQS QuiltWeek, March 13 – 16, 2013. Celebrating the art of quiltmaking by showcasing ...
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Have you ever noticed that your dog gnawing or biting on small tree branches? A dog stick toy is catering to this very nature habit of the dog. There're many ways a dog can enjoy a dog stick toy. The dog can bite the stick toys, chew ...
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Wall sconces were introduced long before the discovery of electricity, when they were used to hold candles and torches along the walls of dwellings, homes, and castles. Some of today's designs still feature the "candle" appearance that is ...
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Perhaps the most popular dog toy is the dog ball toys. They come in many shapes, materials, and sizes. The very nature of the ball toys can provide enough exercise for the dog, and keep it active during the interaction with the ball. ...
Every dog needs toys. Not only can they keep your dog occupied when you cannot, they can give you something to do with your dog that's fun. Below is an overview of the types of toys you can buy for your dog. Some toys, called "chewies', ...
Our Mayan Hammocks are "Dangerously Comfortable!" There are a few things you should consider first, before buying your Mayan hammock. The Mayan Hammock comes in different sizes, styles, and fabrics. Continue reading the article below to ...
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As the Woolmark brand rapidly approaches its 50th year, a survey conducted by USA graphic design journal GDUSA has voted the Woolmark logo as the 11th favourite logo from the past half century. Created in 1964 by Italian designer ...
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The addition of rocking chairs in individuals’ home adds comfort and pleasure to the overall functionality of the home. Whether the individuals are working or have enough free time, finding the right kind of chairs is important in ...
Americans plan to be messy this year as stainresistant fabrics are a must-have for consumers buying stationary sofas in 2013. That's part of the exclusive results from nearly 3,500 consumers answering a recent Furniture Today and HGTV ...
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The silk textiles are generally known as ling (twill damask), luo (gauze), juan (silk tabby) and duan (satin). They are further subdivided into juan (silk tabby), qi (damask on tabby), luo (gauze), sha (plain gauze), ling (twill damask), ...
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Silk fabric was first developed in ancient China,with some of the earliest examples found as early as 3500 BC. Legend gives credit for developing silk to a Chinese empress, Leizu (Hsi-Ling-Shih, Lei-Tzu). Silks were originally reserved for ...
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A suit is a set of garments made from the same cloth, usually consisting of at least a jacket and trousers. Lounge suits (also known as business suits when sober in colour and style), which originated in Britain as country wear, are the ...
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