Articles related to "Silks"

Traditional silk is produced from silk worms that must be killed to get their filaments. Ahimsa silk, invented by Kusuma Rajaiah, provides a green, humane alternative

Traditional silk yarn is produced from silk worms that must be killed to get their filaments. Ahimsa silk, invented by Kusuma Rajaiah, provides a humane alternative.

Luxurious silk fabric is derived from silkworm cocoons. Treat this high quality material with care.

In the Jiangsu province in eastern China, Suzhou has been at the heart of the silk trade for centuries, producing to this day the finest silk embroidery in the land.

The Silk Road was not a single trade route that connected China to Persia or Byzantium. Hundreds of trade routes stretched across Asia, linking the world's great empires

While its origins are obscured by myth and legend, the history of Chinese silk shows it played a central role in the civilization of ancient China.

Silk has a natural beauty and its history is surrounded by legends. The Chinese used it first, but other countries did their best to obtain their own silkworms.

Bridal veils are available in three kinds of fabric--bridal illusion, English netting, and silk tulle--but they have very different characteristics and appearance.

Beijing's Silk Street Mall visitors need to learn the art of haggling which makes the shopping experience more interesting.

Having lost their poison glands, uloborid spiders wrap their living prey in a silk cocoon that smothers and sometimes crushes the prey to death.

Sleek, chic, non-poofy veils are still a strong trend heading into 2009. To find a veil with the least amount of fluff and foof, consider each of these elements.

Orb weavers produce the webs that most people recognize as being made by spiders. All purpose webs are used for resting, mating, and capturing, eating, and storing food.

Australian researchers are investigating silk from bees, ants and other insects in their search for novel light and strong fibres.

Jewel like colours and a lustrous sheen makes Thai silk a priority on most shopping list but Thai Cottons and a polyster the Thais call Japanese silk are also good buys.

Many yarns are made from plant fiber, particularly cotton and linen. Silk is a unique type of fiber. Understanding yarn fiber helps when choosing yarn for a project.

It was not only silk and spice that were carried by traders along these trade routes. They put far flung communities in contact - and kept them in touch with one another.

Help aspiring fairies dress the part with these suggestions for lovely and whimsical dresses, tutus, skirts, wands, wings, jewelry, hair ornaments and other magical props

Whether you're allergic to fresh flowers or just want something unique, there are plenty of stylish wedding alternatives to traditional bridal bouquets.

Caravans crawled across the Silk Road buying, selling, and transporting culture from Rome to Chang'an for two thousand years.

It looks difficult to do, but ribbon embroidery is incredibly easy (and each project unique -- even from a pattern). Give it a shot and see what you come up with!

Vegan choices for crafters within knitting and crochet can be difficult to find, but there are options out there for vegan fibre artists. I interviewed some vegan knitte

Silk painting is a fascinating, ever expanding art/craft form. One can express creativity plus while the combination of brilliant dyes form unlimited design. Be inspired.

Delight princess-loving girls with thoughtful, non-Disney princess gifts that encourage open-ended play. Suggestions include dress-up items, room decor, and play areas.

The best toys for babies are often common household items. This article describes activities caregivers can do with babies using a silk scarf or other scrap of fabric.

Carla Gugino has stayed busy in the past year. With 2008's Righteous Kill and now the Watchmen movie, this actress is poised to break out. Here are 5 of her best roles.

Ready for a Chocolate Orgasm? Melt-in-your-mouth chocolate filling in a flaky crust, piled high with sweetened whipped cream. This pie will knock your socks off!

Fall is the season of the silk scarf, with a jazzy or non-directional print. The snood is also one of the hottest winter looks; watch this trend take off as it gets cold

Based on ancient skills and cultural values, India's traditional textiles are rich, varied and acclaimed by fashion houses across the world.

A silk leaf garland can enhance the fall colors in your home for autumn and Halloween decorating.

Shadow and Silk is an unconventional romance novel, fraught with danger and intrigue surrounding a mysterious piece of silk. But romance is never far away...

The Pearl Harbor attack halted the flow of Japanese silk and the government directed nylon into the production of military items, leaving women with cotton stockings.

Creepy and thought-provoking, a group of scientist follow a caught spirit in the sci-fi supernatural horror film, Silk.

A network of Thai silk producers is fighting back against the cheap imports that threaten to destroy their traditional livelihoods.

ElderTreks, famous for adventure travel for the over-50 set, has 5 spots left on May and August trips for those who long to travel in the foootsteps of Marco Polo

Dekhistan, in the Balkan region of Turkmenistan, is one of the remotest of destinations in this desert country, but worth the effort (and adventure) of getting there.

One of the remotest Silk Road cities, less well-known than Samarkand, Koyne-Urgensh rewards the adventurous traveler with some of Central Asia's most striking monuments.

In 1221 Jenghiz Khan put an end to one of the greatest cities in the Arab world, home to Omar Khayyam, second in stature only to Baghdad and now a World Heritage Site.

Batmanglij's cookbook combines recipes, culinary history, food anthropology and travel adventure on the millennia old Silk Road from China to Italy.

Sogdian caravans spread kernels of the world's religions from China to Syria. They dominated the Silk Road as masters of trade, diplomacy, and translators of scripture.

What we call the silk road is actually a network of "legs" in a long journey which at its hieght could transmit goods from Northern China to the British Isles.

Often staffed by young victims injured by landmines, traditional Vietnamese silk embroidery gives a fortunate few a chance to learn a trade and gain independence.

The Chinese-American cellist Yo Yo Ma celebrates cultural differences by playing the music of Islam in China.

From contemporary to classical, busy brides-to-be can purchase beautiful and affordable bridal bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces and wedding arrangements, online.

It is a fact that many women don't like ironing. However, it is one of those necessary evils that every house wife has to put up with. Or has she?

Contrary to popular advertising there is no single secret that will abruptly create long flowing hair. However, there are a few secrets that will boost results.

Wisteria is often overlooked in decorating circles, however, wisteria has a lot to offer. Learn different methods of displaying wisteria in the home and yard.

Would you rather sit with a cup of mulled apple cider admiring your Christmas tree or get stressed out decorating it? These instructions show you how to do the former.

Need a quick gift? Or maybe you just want to spice up a blah pair of mittens? Here's a great way to show off your stitching skills and make your winter more unique.

Wanting to add a few more sites to your Beijing tour? These destinations usually get missed on the Beijing itinerary.

Bridal salons charge exorbitant prices even for very simple veils, but basic veils are surprisingly easy to make with just a few simple tools.