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Head to Thailand and you’re bound to find a wealth of silk scarves and garments for sale. Silk goods are some of the country’s most popular souvenirs. Read all about this beautiful material!The Le … read more

Seen on furniture and fashion, paisley is one of the most endearing patterns of all time. But where does this motif come from?What Is Paisley?Paisley refers to a specific type of pattern characterize … read more

Kenya’s Maasai people wear beautiful bead jewelry. Read on to learn about the story and history behind traditional Maasai beaded jewelry. If you’ve ever seen pictures of Kenya’s Maasai people, y … read more

Once upon a time, dyes ruled the world. Okay, not literally. But dyes and textiles did play a major role in international trade and economics. And one of the most vital dyes was the color indigo. In … read more

The stuff of pennies and the Statue of Liberty, copper is one of the most widely known metals around. You probably know it first and foremost by its characteristic red color, but there’s so much mor … read more