The importance of Crafting in North America

The history
In the early 1800s in North America, people had to make their furniture and the decorations they placed in their homes with their hands. When the Industrial Revolution was in its prime at the end of the 19th century, craft-making and handmade items began to dwindle. But at the beginning of the 1900s, well-crafted furniture, decor, and architecture became relevant again and was…

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How to make an authentic Toga

Togas are a loose garment, associated with the Roman culture. However, they have been used in different manners since ancient times. The Etruscans, from the modern-day Tuscan area, wore toga-like robes as early as 800 BC. In Rome, togas were used for generations. The significance of the toga had varied meanings in Rome, depending on the period. At times, slaves were not allowed to wear togas…

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How to carve and use a Jack-o'-lantern

Carving the pumpkin for Halloween is fun for both the adult doing the carving and the child sitting and watching. You can get really creative in the process by carving the traditional scary face or something else entirely, like a spooky house silhouette or a car or other inanimate object. Whatever you decide, these carving tips will give you a sense of how to do it;

• Choose a firm pumpkin – one

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