Delve into the world of fine fabrics for upholstery, wall covering, or window treatments.but educate yourself with a good illustrated book about cut velvets, embroidered silk, damasks, and printed linens. The curious consumer will find that the ancient craft is as alive as ever and bringing new, affordable examples to market by the day.
Local business owners vow to support COSI; commissioners to decide on levy TuesdayThe Toledo BladeMonday 18th August 2008The Lucas County Commissioners will decide on Tuesday whether to put a five-year, 0.17-mill property tax levy on the November ballot to re-open COSI. The commissioners will consider the levy request, along with three others, during a special meeting. On Monday afternoon, representatives from four local businesses appeared at a press conference at the shuttered COSI building, urging Lucas ...
Dow XLA Takes a Shot at SpandexBrandWeekMonday 18th August 2008Dow XLA fiber is now stretching its way into Spandex's territory. Brooks Brothers, Citizens of Humanity, GoldSign and other fashion industry bigs have partnered with Dow Fiber Solutions, a unit of The Dow Chemical Co., to unveil new advertising for a stretch technology fiber debuting next week.
Should people remain married for the sake of their kids?Vail DailyMonday 18th August 2008Dear Neil: Your recent letter to ?Tortured in Wyoming? has stuck in my mind in a disturbing way. My main concern is that all the questions you asked him to consider seemed based around the central premise of what will make him happy.
