Fantastic Fans Hand fans have been a fashion accessory for centuries.  We have all seen images of servants holding large tropical leaves by the stem to cool the air around their master (and probably keep flying insects at bay). An Egyptian fan was found in a tomb and was constructed from peacock feathers and a…

October Colors This time of year is so beautiful with inspiring vibrant colors from nature.  Artists everywhere use this palette for images of autumn forests and harvest fields.   The above photo of a fall forest reminded me of this beautiful quilt designed and made by Jean Page, featured in Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine, Nov. 95…

October Colors This time of year is so beautiful with inspiring vibrant colors from nature.  Artists everywhere use this palette for images of autumn forests and harvest fields.   The above photo of a fall forest reminded me of this beautiful quilt designed and made by Jean Page, featured in Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine, Nov. 95…

The Campaign for Wool Launched in 2010, The Campaign for Wool is a promotion to educate the public about wool and wool-rich products.  HRH The Prince of Wales convened a coalition of industry leaders in manufacturing, fashion and home furnishings.  This year the 6th annual Wool Week takes place from Oct 5-11 with activities throughout…

The Campaign for Wool Launched in 2010, The Campaign for Wool is a promotion to educate the public about wool and wool-rich products.  HRH The Prince of Wales convened a coalition of industry leaders in manufacturing, fashion and home furnishings.  This year the 6th annual Wool Week takes place from Oct 5-11 with activities throughout…

Slavery in the Factory- Part 5 Child labor is a topic that demands some consideration.  Children have always been part of the work force due to economic considerations of their families. In England and Scotland in the late 1700’s, 2/3 of the workers in 143 water-powered cotton mills were children.   Without their meager addition to…