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June 29, 2010 The Mysterious Nazca Lines

On the arid coastal plains of Southern Peru lie the cultural markings of the great Nazca people from thousands of years ago. With the rise of air travel in the 1920’s, researchers discovered giant desert markings that have become "one … Continue reading →

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June 16, 2010 Threads of Peru Fiber Dyeing Workshop Revives Traditions

by guest blogger, Kelsey Quam Last month, the textile project Threads of Peru sponsored a wool dyeing workshop led by textile expert Daniel Sonqo in the remote indigenous communities of Chaullaqocha, Chupani, and Rumira. Weavers of each community weavers association … Continue reading →

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May 10, 2010 The Allure of Lace

Characterized by its delicate workmanship and intricate, airy patterns, lace has been cherished as a decorative adornment for centuries. There’s been some controversy as to when and where lace-making began. Some believe that its origins are in ancient Rome, where … Continue reading →

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April 29, 2010 Labor Day in May?

That’s right, for the majority of the world, May 1st is a day to pay homage to those who ardently struggled for the worker’s rights we now have. Although Labor Day in America (celebrated in September) involves cook-outs and swimming … Continue reading →

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April 21, 2010 Think Green!

Earth Day is Thursday, April 22nd… and we can think of no better time to start doing what we can to protect the environment and make the world a better place for future generations. With that in mind, we’ve compiled … Continue reading →

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