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Boulder's history depicted in fabric (Boulder Daily Camera)

Local quilters are commemorating Boulder's upcoming 150th birthday by depicting in fabric the city's journey from a mining-supply camp to a high-tech university town surrounded by open space.

Fall in Love with Versatile, Naturally Lovely Leaf Motifs (Carteret County News-Times)

(ARA) - Mother Nature isn't the only decorator who can use leaves to stunning effect. Leaf motifs have been popular in home décor for about as long as people have been living in houses.

Old artisan preserves the soul of embroidery (Vietnam Net)

VietNamNet Bridge - When one sees Pham Viet Dinh’s long fingers rhythmically working with a needle and thread, it’s hard to believe that he is already 77 years old. The man looks younger and stronger than his age with his bright eyes, close-cropped snow-white hair and long white beard.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 (Deccan Herald)

Neeru Kumars fusion wear celebrates Indian workmanship. Popular designer Neeru Kumar launched her new collection at her store in the City recently. Predominantly ethnic, a part of the collection comprises fusion wear. Presenting this collection at the store was designer Prasad Bidapa and his models.

Imperial retreat dazzles after decades of decay (Reuters via Yahoo! News)

The private theater has only one seat, and it is a throne. The reception area is decorated with a wood so nearly extinct that using it screams wealth and power.