Articles related to "American"
A Weighty Issue
The French consider Americans to be a nation of fat people. A first look at Paris in comparison seems to reveal a collective anorexia. The ideal is probably somewhere in between.
french • weight • fat americans • french food
The French consider Americans to be a nation of fat people. A first look at Paris in comparison seems to reveal a collective anorexia. The ideal is probably somewhere in between.
french • weight • fat americans • french food
ProRodeo Hall of Fame and the Museum of the American Cowboy
Rodeo's history and legends can be found in one convenient location: Colorado Springs, Colorado's Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy.
pro rodeo hall of fame and museum of the american • rodeo history • hall of fame • prorodeo • museum
Rodeo's history and legends can be found in one convenient location: Colorado Springs, Colorado's Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy.
pro rodeo hall of fame and museum of the american • rodeo history • hall of fame • prorodeo • museum
19th Century Mass-Produced American Furniture
Detroit Chair Factory and its successor Murphy Chair Company were major players in the transition from hand-made to factory-made furniture in America.
ready-made furniture • american furniture makers • antique american chairs • detroit chair factory • murphy chair company
Detroit Chair Factory and its successor Murphy Chair Company were major players in the transition from hand-made to factory-made furniture in America.
ready-made furniture • american furniture makers • antique american chairs • detroit chair factory • murphy chair company
Colonial American Fireplace Tools
In Colonial America, the kitchen was the heart of every home, and every kitchen had a fireplace. It was the only source of heat for the house and the means of cooking.
colonial american fireplaces • colonial american fireplace tools • antique fireplaces • fireplace jacks • fireplace spits
In Colonial America, the kitchen was the heart of every home, and every kitchen had a fireplace. It was the only source of heat for the house and the means of cooking.
colonial american fireplaces • colonial american fireplace tools • antique fireplaces • fireplace jacks • fireplace spits
Early American Folding Dual-Purpose Furniture
American colonists were thrifty souls who found it necessary to conserve space by finding furniture that doubled itself in function while remaining attractive
folding furniture • dual purpose furniture • furniture folding chairs • furniture folding tables • folding chairs
American colonists were thrifty souls who found it necessary to conserve space by finding furniture that doubled itself in function while remaining attractive
folding furniture • dual purpose furniture • furniture folding chairs • furniture folding tables • folding chairs
Early American Wood Engravers and Their Work
John Foster of Boston is widely recognized as the first American to use a wood design as a printing block. He executed a portrait of Cotton Mather around 1670
woodcuts • woodcuts prints • wood engraver • wood engraving • woodcut wood engraving
John Foster of Boston is widely recognized as the first American to use a wood design as a printing block. He executed a portrait of Cotton Mather around 1670
woodcuts • woodcuts prints • wood engraver • wood engraving • woodcut wood engraving
Grace Simpler Herold, an American Dollmaker
Grace Herold began making dolls after the death of her husband in the 1960s. She painted hair and eyes instead of using the more common hair and glass eyes of the era.
porcelain dolls collectibles • porcelain dolls • dollmaker • doll makers • dollmaker list
Grace Herold began making dolls after the death of her husband in the 1960s. She painted hair and eyes instead of using the more common hair and glass eyes of the era.
porcelain dolls collectibles • porcelain dolls • dollmaker • doll makers • dollmaker list
Top Asian-American Fashion Designers
Here are the top young Asian American designers making waves in today's world of contemporary fashion.
asian american designers • alexander wang • doo ri • phillip lim • peter som
Here are the top young Asian American designers making waves in today's world of contemporary fashion.
asian american designers • alexander wang • doo ri • phillip lim • peter som
A Different Kind of Collectible--Adoption
Adopt an endangered species and collect sponsorships
collectibles • nez perce • wolves • adoption of endangered species • native american
Adopt an endangered species and collect sponsorships
collectibles • nez perce • wolves • adoption of endangered species • native american
BISHOP HENRY MCNEAL TURNER
Profile of Bishop Henry Tuner, political and social activist. He was a Bishop in the AME church, publisher of the Christian Recorder and Chaplain of African American troops during the Civil War.
african american men civil war chaplains
Profile of Bishop Henry Tuner, political and social activist. He was a Bishop in the AME church, publisher of the Christian Recorder and Chaplain of African American troops during the Civil War.
african american men civil war chaplains
The Railroad Grade Pocket Watch
What is a railroad watch? Made by Waltham, Elgin, Hamilton, Rockford, Hampden and other American watch companies for railway service in the United States.
railroad • pocket watch • american waltham • hamilton • elgin
What is a railroad watch? Made by Waltham, Elgin, Hamilton, Rockford, Hampden and other American watch companies for railway service in the United States.
railroad • pocket watch • american waltham • hamilton • elgin
Dog Shows: Where the dog people go....
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • puppies • dog • dogs
Explores the many directions the owner of a purebred dog can embark upon.
purebred dogs • breeding • puppies • dog • dogs
Fall Antiques Show in New York City
As one of the United States' premiere antiques shows, the Fall Antiques Show was the place to find pottery, quilts, rugs, textiles and more antique treasures.
fall antiques show new york • american folk art museum • sanford smith associates • rufus foshee • kathryn berenson
As one of the United States' premiere antiques shows, the Fall Antiques Show was the place to find pottery, quilts, rugs, textiles and more antique treasures.
fall antiques show new york • american folk art museum • sanford smith associates • rufus foshee • kathryn berenson
Fashion Designer Charles James
Charles James has been called America's first couturier. He is famous for his beautiful, sculpted ball gowns and tailored daywear.
charles james • charles james designer • charles james couturier • charles james fashion • american fashion
Charles James has been called America's first couturier. He is famous for his beautiful, sculpted ball gowns and tailored daywear.
charles james • charles james designer • charles james couturier • charles james fashion • american fashion
Carolina Herrera Resort Collection 2009
Carolina Herrera, American women's fashion designer and the darling of the ladies-who-lunch, reveals her new relaxed and refined Resort collection for 2009.
carolina herrera • resort collection 2009 • women's fashion • american designer • cfda awards
Carolina Herrera, American women's fashion designer and the darling of the ladies-who-lunch, reveals her new relaxed and refined Resort collection for 2009.
carolina herrera • resort collection 2009 • women's fashion • american designer • cfda awards
Antique Pewter and Price Guide
Antique pewter is becoming a trendy collectible again. Learn a little history of pewter in America and get a sense of how much the collector might expect to pay.
pewter • antique pewter • early american pewter • pewter porringer • collectible antique pewter
Antique pewter is becoming a trendy collectible again. Learn a little history of pewter in America and get a sense of how much the collector might expect to pay.
pewter • antique pewter • early american pewter • pewter porringer • collectible antique pewter
Chado Ralph Rucci - Couturier Extroadinaire
American designer Ralph Rucci received a National Design Award in October 2008 for his achievements to fashion. His Chado label is named after a Japanese tea ceremony.
ralph rucci • chado label • national design award • american fashion designer • new york fashion week
American designer Ralph Rucci received a National Design Award in October 2008 for his achievements to fashion. His Chado label is named after a Japanese tea ceremony.
ralph rucci • chado label • national design award • american fashion designer • new york fashion week
Holiday Glamour for Ebony Skin
Get in to the holiday spirit with this simple eye look. Perfect for a holiday evening out with friends or the office party.
glamour makeup • ebony skin • black makeup • african american makeup tips • best holiday looks this season
Get in to the holiday spirit with this simple eye look. Perfect for a holiday evening out with friends or the office party.
glamour makeup • ebony skin • black makeup • african american makeup tips • best holiday looks this season
Thakoon Panichgul — Spring 2009 & Resort 2009
Michelle Obama recently gave new American designer Thakoon Panichgul a welcome shot in the arm when she wore one of his Resort 2009 print silk dresses at the DNC.
thakoon panichgul spring 2009 • resort 2009 collection • obama dress • american designer • dnc convention outfit
Michelle Obama recently gave new American designer Thakoon Panichgul a welcome shot in the arm when she wore one of his Resort 2009 print silk dresses at the DNC.
thakoon panichgul spring 2009 • resort 2009 collection • obama dress • american designer • dnc convention outfit
Anthropomorphism
Talks about humanizing your dog and explains SOME of the advantages in owning a dog!
anthropomorphism • humanizing your dog • dog people • cat people • purebred dogs
Talks about humanizing your dog and explains SOME of the advantages in owning a dog!
anthropomorphism • humanizing your dog • dog people • cat people • purebred dogs
Isabel Toledo for Anne Klein
Can fashion editor fave Isabel Toledo, known for artistically draped & decidedly non-production line designs, transform the long irrelevant Anne Klein brand?
isabel toledo • anne klein • jones apparel • fashion trends • fashion designers
Can fashion editor fave Isabel Toledo, known for artistically draped & decidedly non-production line designs, transform the long irrelevant Anne Klein brand?
isabel toledo • anne klein • jones apparel • fashion trends • fashion designers
Are Your Collectibles Crash Proof?
In these uncertain times, collectors ask if their treasures are crash proof. Three experts share their opinions. Their answers may surprise you.
collecting antiques • collecting art • investing in antiques • antique values • auction values
In these uncertain times, collectors ask if their treasures are crash proof. Three experts share their opinions. Their answers may surprise you.
collecting antiques • collecting art • investing in antiques • antique values • auction values
Primitive and Collectible Antique Samplers
There is something endearing about antique samplers, those small pieces of linen given to young girls to practice stitchery techniques. Today those samplers are art.
antique samplers • samplers • antique • collectible • embroidery
There is something endearing about antique samplers, those small pieces of linen given to young girls to practice stitchery techniques. Today those samplers are art.
antique samplers • samplers • antique • collectible • embroidery
Makeup Products Help Fund Breast Cancer Research
When choosing skin care beauty products and makeup products, select brands that donate a portion of their proceeds to help fund breast cancer research.
makeup products • skin care beauty products • cosmetic brushes • hair care treatment • give to charity
When choosing skin care beauty products and makeup products, select brands that donate a portion of their proceeds to help fund breast cancer research.
makeup products • skin care beauty products • cosmetic brushes • hair care treatment • give to charity
Conductors, Etc.
Music Educators unite! MANY music resources and topics for teaching effectively. Music educators exchange ideas, tools for optimal networking. Many links and weekly articles.
orchestra conductors • opera • music • andrew levins • musician's guide
Music Educators unite! MANY music resources and topics for teaching effectively. Music educators exchange ideas, tools for optimal networking. Many links and weekly articles.
orchestra conductors • opera • music • andrew levins • musician's guide
Doo.Ri, Thakoon & Rodarte do Gap
Gap recruits fashion insider faves Doo-Ri, Thakoon & Rodarte to design special white shirts for its limited edition Gap Design Editions collection of white shirts.
fashiontribes • doori • thakoon • rodarte • gap
Gap recruits fashion insider faves Doo-Ri, Thakoon & Rodarte to design special white shirts for its limited edition Gap Design Editions collection of white shirts.
fashiontribes • doori • thakoon • rodarte • gap
Helena Rubinstein "Queen of Beauty"
For a woman who was not a natural beauty, Helena Rubinstein became a millionaire selling cosmetic products that originated from twelve pots of face cream.
beauty • cosmetics • helena rubinstein • elizabeth arden • beauty products
For a woman who was not a natural beauty, Helena Rubinstein became a millionaire selling cosmetic products that originated from twelve pots of face cream.
beauty • cosmetics • helena rubinstein • elizabeth arden • beauty products
Antique Christmas Ornaments to Collect
Discover Christmas treasures of the past at flea markets, antique shows and at online auction sites. But do a little homework first!
antique christmas ornaments • collecting christmas ornaments • vintage christmas decorations • dresden paper ornaments • collecting shiny brite ornaments
Discover Christmas treasures of the past at flea markets, antique shows and at online auction sites. But do a little homework first!
antique christmas ornaments • collecting christmas ornaments • vintage christmas decorations • dresden paper ornaments • collecting shiny brite ornaments
Badgley Mischka Collection — Spring Summer 2008
Known for their red-carpet gowns, Badgley & Mischka's designs epitomize elegance and easy-to-wear glamour. The duo continue to dominate the eveningwear market in 2008.
badgley mischka collection summer 2008 • red-carpet gowns • women's fashion • little black dress • america's top 10 designers
Known for their red-carpet gowns, Badgley & Mischka's designs epitomize elegance and easy-to-wear glamour. The duo continue to dominate the eveningwear market in 2008.
badgley mischka collection summer 2008 • red-carpet gowns • women's fashion • little black dress • america's top 10 designers
Bathroom Color Schemes for Wood Trim
After the tiles, fixtures and wall paint color has been chosen, wood trim colors need to be selected. Paying attention to the wood molding completes the bathroom design.
bathroom design • bathroom colors • bathroom color ideas • bathroom color schemes • choosing paint colors
After the tiles, fixtures and wall paint color has been chosen, wood trim colors need to be selected. Paying attention to the wood molding completes the bathroom design.
bathroom design • bathroom colors • bathroom color ideas • bathroom color schemes • choosing paint colors
Blues and All that Jazz!
Let's celebrate Black History with blues and all that jazz! Synocopation and improvisation make
black history • blues • jazz • improvisation • syncopation
Let's celebrate Black History with blues and all that jazz! Synocopation and improvisation make
black history • blues • jazz • improvisation • syncopation
Classic Cameras Kodak Collectibles
Some collectors, craving a bygone era, will search for any classic or antique cameras whilst others are more discerning and will collect just one manufacturer's products.
anaston lens • george eastman • kodak • pronto shutter • kodak sterling ii
Some collectors, craving a bygone era, will search for any classic or antique cameras whilst others are more discerning and will collect just one manufacturer's products.
anaston lens • george eastman • kodak • pronto shutter • kodak sterling ii
Elizabeth Arden, Cosmetics Tycoon
Elizabeth Arden, who became a millionaire, was born into poverty, her parents being tenant farmers in Woodbridge, Ontario,Canada, where they had emigrated to in 1870s.
elizabeth arden • florence nightingale graham • hubbard beauty salon • red door fragrance • elizabeth arden beauty salons
Elizabeth Arden, who became a millionaire, was born into poverty, her parents being tenant farmers in Woodbridge, Ontario,Canada, where they had emigrated to in 1870s.
elizabeth arden • florence nightingale graham • hubbard beauty salon • red door fragrance • elizabeth arden beauty salons
Mid-Century Modern Collecting
Although it's considered "retro", good design from the middle of the Twentieth Century has never looked old or out of date. It still looks contemporary and modern.
mid-century modern • retro design • herman miller • ray and charles eames • dansk
Although it's considered "retro", good design from the middle of the Twentieth Century has never looked old or out of date. It still looks contemporary and modern.
mid-century modern • retro design • herman miller • ray and charles eames • dansk
Sanford Smith Presents ART20, Modernism Shows
Sanford Smith returns to the Park Avenue Armory with the ART20 and Modernism shows. These shows are the best places to find pieces representing twentieth century art.
sanford smith associates • art20 show • modernism: a century of style and design show • antiques at park avenue armory • twentieth century art shows new york city
Sanford Smith returns to the Park Avenue Armory with the ART20 and Modernism shows. These shows are the best places to find pieces representing twentieth century art.
sanford smith associates • art20 show • modernism: a century of style and design show • antiques at park avenue armory • twentieth century art shows new york city
Say Goodbye To Unwanted Hair
Learn all about laser hair reduction which has emerged as the most advanced and widely employed technique to lessen hair growth.
unwanted hair • permanent hair removal • laser hair removal • laser treatment • electrolysis
Learn all about laser hair reduction which has emerged as the most advanced and widely employed technique to lessen hair growth.
unwanted hair • permanent hair removal • laser hair removal • laser treatment • electrolysis
Broad Leafed Evergreens - Rhododendrons & Azaleas
If the Rhododendron is King of the broad-leafed evergreens, then the Azalea is Queen. While I do have something blooming all season, there is nothing like the concentrated flower-power of the "Rhodies" and Azaleas in May. Actually, both are Rhododendrons and members of the ericaceae family like heaths and heathers.
rhododendron • azalea • azalea • rhododendron • shade
If the Rhododendron is King of the broad-leafed evergreens, then the Azalea is Queen. While I do have something blooming all season, there is nothing like the concentrated flower-power of the "Rhodies" and Azaleas in May. Actually, both are Rhododendrons and members of the ericaceae family like heaths and heathers.
rhododendron • azalea • azalea • rhododendron • shade
Some Squirrelly Thoughts on a Rainy Spring Afternoon
thoughts about the pros and cons of living with squirrels
rodents • animal intelligence • animal behavior • beatrix potter • white house squirrels
thoughts about the pros and cons of living with squirrels
rodents • animal intelligence • animal behavior • beatrix potter • white house squirrels
A Primer for Collecting Antique Dolls
Holding a doll that a little girl played with 100 years ago can leave an indelible mark on its newest owner. The dolls may be rough around the edges, but irresistible.
doll • antique dolls • antique doll • ceramic doll • cloth doll
Holding a doll that a little girl played with 100 years ago can leave an indelible mark on its newest owner. The dolls may be rough around the edges, but irresistible.
doll • antique dolls • antique doll • ceramic doll • cloth doll
Antique Furniture Inside Story North London U.K
Marcia Montague's fairytale shop Inside Story is a treasure trove of wonderful antique furniture, lighting, linens and gifts.
antique furniture insides story • inside story west hampstead antique furniture • antique furniture north london u.k. • antique furniture lights and adornments • antique
Marcia Montague's fairytale shop Inside Story is a treasure trove of wonderful antique furniture, lighting, linens and gifts.
antique furniture insides story • inside story west hampstead antique furniture • antique furniture north london u.k. • antique furniture lights and adornments • antique
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