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This listing is for a quilt kit featuring Safari Swank by Northcott Fabrics. Quilt will measure approximately 38" x 43" Simple instructions are included with this quilt kit. Kit includes:
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Government encouraging Digital transactions by limiting charges on electronic fund transfer
The finance ministry has asked public sector banks to limit fees on payments through IMPS and UPI such that it will be applicable for NEFT above Rs.1000.
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Project Lead the Way: Gateway to TechnologyPLTW's curriculum makes math and science relevant for students. By engaging in hands-on, real-world projects, students understand how the skills they are learning in the classroom can be applied in everyday life. This approach is called activities-based learning, project-based learning, and problem-based learning or APPB-learning.Gateway To Technology is the PLTW middle school program. It is divided into six independent nine-week courses developed for grades six through eight. GTT is taught in conjunction with a rigorous academic curriculum and is designed to challenge and engage the natural curiosity of middle school students.Northside offers three of the six GTT courses. This course will be offered second semester. Eighth graders will start with the Design & Modeling course; move into the Automation & Robotics; and finish with the Energy & Environment. These courses will only be offered second semester.
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text: VM writes: "There's a real danger that Guitar Hero may be falling into the same trap that EA's FIFA series did in the late 1990s, in the sense that we seem to be getting more games than we arguably need. This year we're already set to receive GH: Metallica, GH: Van Halen and GH: Smash Hits, as well as proper follow up to last year's wildly successful GH: World Tour. As much as I love these strum-em-ups, it's hard not to be a bit cynical about this flurry of full-price releases - particularly when DLC offers a cheaper way to expand the existing titles."


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Happy Thanksgiving Ravenstown.
On a day where we can give thanks for the bounty of good fortune in our lives add the fact that the Ravens avoided playoff elimination last Sunday. In a must-in situation the Ravens first-round rookie Lamar Jackson came off the field a winner at home and did just enough to keep the Festivus dreams alive.
This week the team welcomes Chucky's band of misfits into Charm City with the hopes that the team can climb above .500 and challenge for the last playoff spot.
So let's go!
- A win is a win– I've read many comments over the past week about Lamar Jackson's performance. I'm confused by many of them. My thoughts are as follows. The Ravens won the game. You know, they beat the other team. They got the dub. They put the hay into the barn (shudder). As Coach Herm said famously one Sunday afternoon – "You play to win the game!" And that's what happened. Secondly, anyone who's watched football for a few seasons knows that Sunday's game-plan will not be sustainable for the short or long term future. This was no hot take from those that said or typed it. All you need to do is look on the Ravens sidelines and you see the proof about running quarterbacks. When all is said and done quarterbacks must make throws from the pocket or moving outside of it. Each time you become a runner your longevity in this league is thrown into doubt. There's no question that the game-plan will open up for Jackson. Speaking of the plan, it was specifically built to take advantage of Jackson's skills and a poor Bengals run defense. Some people apparently wanted him to throw it more. I'd rather win.
- Spit Happens– After the Ravens win last week claims were made, especially by those in the Cincinnati press, that All-World lineman Marshal Yanda spit on Vontaze Burfict while he lay on the ground. The video shows spit falling from his mouth but he's also wiping it away and Burfict has no reaction to the alleged incident. Unsurprisingly, Yanda was not fined for the non-incident this week. This is yet another in a long line of examples where media try to make issues out of nothing. Unsurprisingly Joe Goodberry did not issue any form of clarification or apology for imputing Yanda's character.
- Players to watch– On offense Gus Edwards is who I have my eyes on. He had his first 100 yard rushing game in his career last week and should get plenty of chances to today. On defense Terrell Suggs is going to get the quarterback twice. I can feel it. This defense could use a little play making.
Legend of the Game
Kelly Gregg
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Played for the Ravens (2000-2010)
Gregg was selected in the sixth round by the Bengals in the 1999 Draft. In December of that same year he was signed and later waived by the Eagles. In 2000, he was signed to the practice squad by the Ravens and after the Super Bowl purge was a more active member of the defense the following year. He held on to the starting Nose Tackle job from 2002 through 2010 and was a part of the Ravens stalwart front seven to halt opposing running backs. He earned the nickname "Buddy Lee" after the Lee Jeans commercial and how closely he resembled the "man of action". While never voted to a Pro Bowl in his ten years as a Baltimore Raven, he was often considered one of the most effective nose tackles—and one of the most underrated players—in the league. In 10 years as a Raven, he notched over 500 tackles, and 19.5 sacks, and 27 post-season tackles. He was certainly one of the most popular Baltimore Ravens players, and helped continue a legacy of defensive greatness for the franchise.
Game-Time Song of the Week
"Aerials in the sky
When you lose small mind
You free your life"
I know that writers and musicians usually leave interpretation up to the listener. It makes sense and allows you to personalize a song to the individual. I do like this particular interpretation that I found:
The overall theme of the song is our mistaken views of ourselves as being individual and isolated from the rest – mankind and other lifeforms – and how we actually are a tiny part of something greater, from which we come when we are born, and to which we go when we die. It speaks of clinging to life and not accepting death, cause we see death as an ending, not as another step of existence. When we die, our matter is decomposed and is transferred to things like worms that feed on us, to the atmosphere in the form of gas, and to the ground and plants that feed on him. We are always moving through the circle of existence, there is no stillness, only movement and transformation.
Deep, eh?
The dream has died. It's over. Eleven straight weeks and it all ends on the foot of Dallas kicker, Brett Maher.
The parlor is closed.
Game-Time Snack of the Week
Hawaiian Roll Ham Sliders
Take a Turkey break.
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Xenophobic intelligence
Once one of the Caribbean's more beautiful and serene destinations, Dominica looks nothing like it did a month ago after Hurricane Maria ripped through homes and lives.
As a result, Dominicans need our help, our compassion, our love and every bit of charity we can offer them as they try to regain some semblance of normality. In light of this, our Prime Minister has suggested that we open our borders and waive immigration restrictions so that Dominicans left homeless in the wake of Hurricane Maria could find shelter in TT. It is an extremely magnanimous and noble gesture by Dr Keith Rowley, but it is one that I fear lacks intelligent foresight.
Russian philosopher, Leo Tolstoy, once said that "our sole purpose in life is to be a service to mankind" and that is exactly what Dr Rowley has asked from the citizenry but considering the economic and social issues plaguing our country, are we in a position to do so?
Have we considered the eventualities and circumstances surrounding this decision? Let's say a Dominican family is hosted by a Trini family who later find themselves in a tough financial position due to someone losing their job or a serious illness, what then happens to this Dominican family? Will they be deported? Or will we now have to house them and sustain them? Will Dominicans be offered jobs? Are we willing to take these steps to create animosity from those locals who are currently struggling to find suitable employment themselves?
These questions are important because, clearly, we have forgotten that the most caring, loving and giving people in the world are the ones who have little. Or are we assuming that the people most willing to host a Dominican family lives in Maraval or West Moorings with millions in their bank accounts?
So many relevant questions, yet I am not allowed to ask because I have been instructed not to question the almighty leader on his infinite wisdom. I really should "shut my mouth," shouldn't I? The farcical irony of celebrating Republic Day whilst being led by a dictator and his henchmen is definitely not lost on me. But the point is that not everyone who disagrees with Dr Rowley's proposal in whole or in part is xenophobic; in fact, the immediate "you're a xenophobe" argument illustrates an abject intellectual deficiency; and I am also quite certain that those sanctimonious hypocrites are the last in line to offer any kind of assistance.
The sheep-like groupthink has raged on with the idiotic comparison of Dominican refugees coming to Trinidad, to Trinbagonian economic migrants willingly choosing to live in America, Canada or England and send barrels of goodies back home to family members. The level of absurdity in this argument makes me realise just how silly some people are, when really we should all be willing to engage in meaningful discussions, debates and conversations on this topic, but the visceral and emotional responses always seem to ignore the logical, logistical and economic impact that this can have on a declining economy with an out-of-control crime rate.
It is obvious that, based on Trinbago's violent reputation, location and culture, Dominicans are not going to flock to our shores, and that is simply because places like St Lucia, Martinique and Guadeloupe are much better options for them. But if I am wrong and the Dominican diaspora does spread this far south, I still don't foresee it rivalling the influx of illegal Venezuelans, Chinese and Filipinos, which most of our citizens seem to ignore as long as we have eye-candy and Chinese food in abundance.
Not a peep on illegal immigration, yet the position is loud and clear through the vile race-baiting political agenda that guides the arguments (that are too stupid to repeat) from the United National Congress and their supporters. I previously referred to this type of rhetoric as covert racist dog-whistling but this is brazen racism. Honestly, there has been no political party in the history of our country that perpetuates racism so openly.
At the end of the day, we should treat people the way we want to be treated because TT will inevitably experience a devastating natural disaster. However, that does not mean we cannot make intelligent decisions in our quest to be kind; the same way we would help a homeless person in Port of Spain by buying them food and not giving them a hundred dollar bill.
Just ask yourself: Can Trinidad and Tobago really afford to jump off a boat to save Dominicans, if we ourselves cannot swim?


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Mimee Tailored Sport Vest Harness
$ 85.00
This flirty and finely tailored denim, leather, and glen plaid vest is for the discerning lady dog. It features a leather belt patch that snaps on and off for easy care and wear. Posh details include tucking, top-stitching and a double-ruffle shake skirt.
Your little lady will be comfy in this fully lined vest, all in classic glen plaid with a peekaboo glen plaid piping at the neckline. She's dressed to impress the best of the breeds. Just snap your leash on to the ring tab detail at the neck* and she's ready to sashay in style!
- Available in sizes 9-3XS, 10-2XS, 11-XS, 12-XS, 13-S, 14-S*
- *Size 14 comes without the D-Ring at the neck as it is not designed as a walking vest.
- This is a handmade product from re-purposed materials; design may have slight variations in materials and accents
- CARE: Remove leather patch before washing; Hand washable; Lay flat to dry
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Leftover Fried Chicken–yes I can almost hear you say, "Is there such a thing?" It was for hubby and me the day after Mardi Gras. Believe it or not it, Mardi Gras day is the only day of the year
Old-Fashioned Shrimp Stew
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Now that the triplets are in their bassinets, we've had some fun dressing them up. Sophie was the first up, not because she is the girl, but because we were honestly worried that her butterball belly might not fit in the preemie outfits too much longer. She wasn't exactly thrilled about the process of getting dressed (what child is, really?) but once she was in this pretty little flowered number, she got so much attention from the nurses, she started hamming it up. Then of course all that action tired her out, and it was time for a nap.
Since then, Sophie has been tearing through two outfits a day, using up some of the boys' clothes while she's at it!
Not Petit Bateau if you hadn't guessed. Sophie was particularly greedy the other night and found herself wearing Henry's outfit! Fret not, Jake, we will have it washed and on Henry in no time.
These three munchkins had a very busy weekend with lots of visitors and lots of progress. More on that tomorrow!


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Posted by Ian Shea on May 06, 2016
Chronic dehydration is the most common reason for teeth erosion around the world. Dehydration causes a condition known as Dry Mouth. The name Dry Mouth is fairly self-explanatory. Due to a lack of hydration, the oral cavity becomes very dry. Most of us will experience dry mouth from time to time in our lives. Smokers, regular drinkers and athletes who routinely participate in rigorous physical activity are at an acute risk for having chronic cases of Dry Mouth. These bouts of Dry Mouth are caused by behavior. This behavior can be changed or, in the case of Dry Mouth, the mouth can be hydrated at will. Unfortunately, for billions of people worldwide chronic Dry Mouth is a daily fact of life.
Dry mouth is one of the first signs of dehydration. When the oral cavity is dehydrated an environment is created within the mouth that is ideal for bacterial growth. These bacteria not only cause halitosis (bad breath) but they also attack gum tissue and become a catalyst for the onset of gum (periodontal) disease. Regular dental visits can uncover and lead to the reversal of the damage caused to teeth by dehydration. However, most people that endure Water Scarcity do not have access to professional dental care.
Water Stress:
When yearly water supplies fall beneath the level of 1,700 cubic meters per person per year, a region is said to be water stressed. Most people that live in water stressed communities are from developing countries.
Water stress is increasing in areas such as India, China and African regions that lie south of the Sahara Desert. More than 1/3 rd of China's population endures life in a water stressed region. The most water stressed region in the world is the Middle East. On average, the Middle East only has 1,200 meters of water per individual.
In fact, the Syrian Civil War, which began in 2011, was fueled by the migration of farmers to the urban areas of the country.
These farmers were fleeing drought conditions. This will likely not be the only large scale conflict over water in the coming years. Many regions are experiencing consistently diminishing access to clean water.
When water reserves fall significantly below the 1,700 meters per person per year threshold the region may go on to meet the criteria for water scarcity.
The most water stressed countries:
The world's most water stressed countries are Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Morocco, Turkmenistan, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Somaliland, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Yemen, Iran, East Timor, Kyrgyzstan, Israel, Libya, Oman, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Western Sahara, United Arab Emirates, Trinidad and Tobago, Singapore, San Mariono, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Qatar, Malta, Jamaica, Dominica, Cyprus, Comoros, Barbados, Bahrain and Antigua and Barbuda.
Water Stress is not equivalent to Water Scarcity. Though these countries face ongoing challenges with regards to sufficiently hydrating their populations, many of these countries have the resources to ensure that their population enjoys access to quality dental care.
Water Scarcity:
The criteria for Water Scarcity is met when a country falls below 1,000 cubic meters of water per individual on an annual basis.
Water Scarcity can occur due to a physical lack of water. However, this is not the only reason for a population to suffer through constant dehydration.
In too many cases, local and national governments lack the economic and structural means to distribute potable water to their people. Actually, the primary reason for Water Scarcity around the world is a lack of infrastructure.
Other reasons cited are:
Water scarcity affects every continent. 2.8 billion people are affected by water scarcity every month. 1.2 billion people lack access to clean drinking water at all times
We are drinking the same water that humans have been drinking since the dawn of mankind. However, the human population has grown exponentially since the 1800s. There were approximately 1 billion people living on planet Earth in 1800. Today, the human population stands at an estimated 7.4 billion people
Only 2.5% of the Earth's water can be consumed by humans. Over 70% of that 2.5% is frozen in the Polar Ice Caps. That means that less than 1% of the Earth's water is potable for human consumption.
Dehydration signals that teeth manifest:
Teeth tend to show the effects of dehydration long before the rest of the body does. You may have had the experience of waking up to find chalky white marks on your front teeth. These marks may continue to remain there throughout the early part of your day. So long as you drink water the surface of your teeth will return to its' natural color and texture.
Chronic dehydration poses a much greater threat to dental health than occasional dehydration. Saliva production is highly dependent on proper hydration. The three paired major salivary glands are the parotid, submandibular and sublingual glands. There are also many smaller glands. Saliva from these glands inhibits the process of pathogenesis (the onset of decaying teeth). Dietary and bacterial acids are also neutralized by the ions in saliva. Teeth are mineralized by these same salivary ions. These ions form bonds with and strengthen tooth enamel. The proteins and glycoproteins in saliva form a protective barrier over teeth that fight against the harmful effects of exposure to bacteria and acid that can be found in everyday foods.
A person suffering from chronic dehydration will experience a constant deficit in saliva production. This leaves their teeth vulnerable to bacteria, acids and other pollutants that cause tooth decay.
If you have access to clean water, be thankful. One of the healthiest things that you can do for your overall health and your dental health is to regularly consume appropriate quantities of water. Water gives sustenance that no other fluid can provide. Hopefully, as mankind's technological prowess continues to advance, we can discover innovative ways to provide cost effective access to clean water for the world's human population.


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HMV's chief executive has insisted that its future is secure, despite admitting that sales over the Christmas period were "disappointing".
The high street retailer posted half-year losses of £36.4 million just before Christmas and is currently attempting to sell off its live music division HMV Live, which runs venues such as London Hammersmith Apollo and Kentish Town Forum. It has sold off both Waterstones and HMV Canada during the last 12 months.
Sales across the firm's 252 stores were down by 8.1% percent during the Christmas period when compared with the same period in 2010 and this was despite the chain having the boost of an extra day's trading as Christmas Day fell on a Sunday.
HMV chief executive Simon Fox, who described the company's Christmas figures as "disappointing", told the Guardian: "Undoubtedly trading conditions and the consumer environment remain challenging, but we remain confident in HMV's future prospects and that it will be around for some time to come."
The company did post hopeful figures in the sales of technological products such as tablet computers, headphones and MP3 players, with sales up 51% from the same period in 2010. HMV has begun to focus on products such as this as well as video games to counteract falling DVD and CD sales.


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PreviewThere's a significant divide in the apparel industry between the sizes available in stores and the sizes women wear—a divide that's becoming increasingly important as retailers seek to differentiate themselves from fast fashion and Amazon. Over two-thirds of American women fit into the plus-size category, but plus-sizes represented just 17% of women's clothing sales in 2015—a 50 basis point gap. At the same time, according to NPD data assembled by Bloomberg, sales of plus-size clothing have been growing at a faster rate than all women's clothing since 2014. Today, the plus-size market is worth over $17.5 billion. If plus-size sales grow to close the gap, retailers could be looking at a $51.5 billion shift. Because 78% of plus-sized women say they would be willing to spend more money if more options were available in their size, this growth is definitely possible. While many other brands and retailers are struggling with growth, what's keeping retailers from grabbing this clear opportunity? There are a litany of possible reasons, ranging from the more difficult manufacturing process for plus-size apparel to historical industry elitism. But as consumer spending shifts away from apparel and brick-and-mortar shopping, retailers can't afford to keep overlooking the plus-size demographic. This report looks at:
- What's happening in the plus-size market and why does it matter to the larger consumer ecosystem?
- What do new developments in the plus-size market mean for brands, investors and real estate developers and what should they do to take advantage of it?


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Most of us get situations where our application crashes on a non-development machine. At that time we either look for remote debugging or a dump analysis technique. Some developers are very friendly with these techniques while other do Google, read some blogs, and perform steps. The second approach usually takes time. Below I am trying to list down some quick steps for dump analysis. For remote debugging I have already briefed them around 3+ years back at Remote Debugging: Quick Steps[^] and I still refer to them whenever required.
Download and install Debugging Tools for Windows dbg_x86_126.96.36.1994.msi or a later build number depending on the platform (approx 17 MB) from Download and Install Debugging Tools for Windows[^].
Install OS symbols by using the following command:
symchk /r c:\windows\system32 /s SRV*c:\symbols\*http://msdl.microsoft.com/download/symbols
In this command "c:\symbols" is your symbol directory. This could be anything whatever is your symbol location. This command may take an hour's time to finish and it would download more than 700 MB. Better you run it overnight.
Set the system variable _NT_SYMBOL_PATH to symsrv*symsrv.dll*c:\Symbols*http://msdl.microsoft.com/download/symbols.
To attach debugger with your executable which is causing the crash, use the following command at the command prompt from the location where you installed Debugging Tools (typically C:\Program Files\Debugging Tools for Windows (x86), ADPlus is a VBScript file).
ADPlus -crash -pn iexplore.exe -o C:\dump
Where iexplore.exe is the process name for which you want to observe the crash, and C:\dump is the location where CDB.exe will create log and dump files.
Use Task Manager, right click on the process, and choose Create Dump File (useful for a hang process). You can configure the dump type from the Control Panel using System > Advanced tab, and then click Settings under Startup and Recovery. Choose the "Write debugging information" dropdown to change the dump type and location. Note: this option is available only in Windows Vista onwards.
Once we have the dump files, open it in Visual Studio using Open Solution option and start debugging to see the stack trace and local variables etc.
Use dumpchk command at the command prompt:
dumpchk -y C:\symbols mydumpfile.dmp > dump.txt
Start WinDBG using:
windbg -y c:\Symbols -z mini.dmp
Add Local symbols path using:
.sympath+ C:\LocalSymbols
This should not be same as your symbol server cache directory. Use the following command to analyze the dump further.
!analyze -v
This article, along with any associated source code and files, is licensed under The Code Project Open License (CPOL)


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A year and a half after launching Railtown Brewing Co. in Dutton, Justin Buiter and Gim Lee realized their craft brewery needed to expand well ahead of schedule.
The first indication came from the standing room-only crowds that showed up Thursday through Saturday nights for live music. Then people started approaching Buiter when he was in the community to tell him that they had stopped into the brewery, but left without ordering anything because it was so busy.
"Our hand got forced a little bit," Buiter said of Railtown's growth strategy.
The brewery just started construction on a taproom and brewhouse expansion at its location at 3555 68th St., about 20 minutes south of downtown Grand Rapids. The 1,100-square-foot project will give the brewery about 40 percent more space and add 30 seats, plus an elevated stage for bands.
"It will give us some breathing room," Buiter said. "Right now, we're packed to the gills."
Railtown considered three options to grow, but chose the most conservative strategy to scale up, a nod to the bootstrapping model Buiter and Lee embraced after they left their I.T. jobs at Family Christian Stores to launch the business.
"We want to take it one step at a time and not bite off more than we can chew," Buiter said. "We don't want to take the poison pill."
Railtown Brewing was one of more than 250 producers of craft beer active in Michigan last year, including companies licensed as breweries, microbreweries and brewpubs. Statewide beer production reached 519,896 barrels in 2015, a spike of 27.4 percent compared to the previous year, according to an MiBiz analysis of Michigan Liquor Control Commission data.
The year-to-year growth of nearly 112,000 barrels was the equivalent of adding two breweries the size of Founders Brewing Co. in the state.
"We're still in the boom years," said Joe Infante, a Grand Rapids-based attorney and chair of the alcoholic beverage practice at Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone PLC.
Nationwide, more than 4,200 breweries were in operation last year, the most for any year since Prohibition, according to the Brewers Association, a Boulder, Colo.-based trade group for small, independently owned craft breweries. The craft beer market also grew 16 percent in 2015, reaching $22.3 billion, or more than double the size of the U.S. office furniture industry.
Nationwide, production increased nearly 13 percent in 2015, a slower rate of expansion compared to 18 percent in each of the two prior years. While still healthy, that slower growth could signal a maturing of the industry, which is currently sorting through key challenges ranging from an influx of investors, an acquisition strategy by the world's largest brewers and the need to plan for succession.
For new entrants and those looking to start breweries, it's a matter of setting realistic goals in an industry that continues to evolve.
"There's still so much room for craft, but startups have to have realistic expectations," said Brandon Finnie, managing director of Hungerford Valuation in Grand Rapids. "You will not become a Founders."
At Railtown Brewing in West Michigan, the owners want to continue growing, but they eschew the idea of becoming a massive operation, opting instead to keep the business manageable "so everyone is having a good time," according to Buiter.
The company hopes to leverage the additional space to expand output to fulfill demand from distribution, now that the company has signed with Henry A. Fox Sales Co. to cover the state outside of a handful of counties in West Michigan where the brewery works with JY's Distributing LLC.
The expansion also will allow Railtown to increase its brewing capacity to about 1,000 barrels, up from 700 currently. Its output reached 260 barrels last year and is on track to hit 500 barrels in 2016, Buiter said.
The partners believe they should be able to achieve, if not exceed, the company's measured growth strategy given their focus on maximizing available resources while concentrating on the quality of the beers to ensure repeat orders from retailers. While selling beer via the taproom has the best margins for any brewer, Railtown wants to get its products into more beer bars statewide to help drive recognition and branding, Buiter said.
"It's marketing, and we want to get our name out there," he said. "We feel good about our quality and what we're doing locally, and now we want to get a reputation on a slightly larger scale. There's just something about packaging: It's the stripes on your shoulder."
While most brewery owners share the approach Buiter and Lee have in delivering quality products to their customers, that's not always the case, according to industry insiders.
Given the industry's growth trajectory, it's attracted a handful of people who are getting into the business to make money rather than to make quality beer, and that's starting to show, according to Dave Ringler, who founded Cedar Springs Brewing Co. six months ago after dabbling in the industry off and on for a couple of decades.
Ringler, whose brewery focuses on German-style beers, expects to see a shakeout in the industry like what happened in the late 1990s when a handful of "first wave" breweries folded. Those companies were started by doctors and lawyers, not people passionate about the beer, he said.
"Are there people getting into it who shouldn't? Yeah, but you can't suck," he said. "Some are not going to survive, and that's true in every business."
With craft beer accounting for 12.2 percent of all beer sold nationwide, the industry has continued to attract the attention of outside money — whether from banks who've developed an appetite to lend to companies in the industry or from private equity funds looking to break into what they see as a sexy market — because it still has room to continue growing, according to industry watchers.
People who get into the business expecting to scale up rapidly to the size of a regional or national brewery like Bell's Brewery Inc. or Founders Brewing Co. and ride the wave of explosive growth they've witnessed in the past few years will be caught off guard, Ringler said. He cited the long hours, cost of equipment and difficulty of accessing the market, and noted the days of explosive growth are likely over. On top of that, people often forget the long runway Founders and Bell's needed to get to where they are today, he said.
"I'm almost 50 years old, and I have no illusions of becoming a Founders," Ringler said. "We have a little product niche and we might get to 5,000, 10,000 or 15,000 barrels in my lifetime."
Craft breweries that have been around for 10 years or longer face another major hurdle in the coming years in determining an exit strategy for the owners, said Infante of Miller Canfield.
The craft brewing industry is like any other business in that owners need to plan for a day when they're no longer working in the companies they started. It's a key step in ensuring the longevity of their brands, he said.
"As you're getting older, you need to figure out who will take over the business, and a good chunk of them don't have an estate plan," Infante said. "You don't want to be like Prince. You need to figure out now how to leave it to your kids or someone else."
Indeed, industry publication Beer Business Daily found that only about half of the top 50 craft brewers participating in a recent study had a succession plan, according to a presentation during the Craft Brewers Conference. Of the respondents, 28 percent said they planned to strike a strategic partnership with a multinational brewer, while another 34 percent looked for an exit via a private equity fund, family office or beer-related fund, or another similar consortium.
However, Infante warns against most owners banking their retirement on their ability to attract a multinational brewer with a fat wallet for a buyout.
"The money is there, but it depends who you're talking about," he said. "Who will get the money and the AB buyout, that's there for the bigger breweries. But the money is not there for the smaller brewery."
Ryan Buckley, managing partner of Livingstone Partners LLC, a Chicago-based M&A advisory and investment banking firm, thinks the need to have a succession plan and the push to continue growing could lead some of the regional craft brands that haven't accepted private equity deals or buyouts to explore instead a form of strategic partnership with another craft producer. In particular, he sees breweries striking alliances with like-minded companies on the other side of the country to brew each other's beers, save on shipping and ensure the freshness of the product.
"There's a reason why they're not trading. It's that the major players aren't interested or they themselves are uninterested in pursuing a private equity partner or a strategic buyer," Buckley said. "They want to remain independent … but they want to continue to grow and continue to support their brand and the market is forcing them to do so."
For smaller craft brewers in West Michigan, the push to expand serves more to fulfill demand in their taprooms and local or statewide distribution. At Railtown, for example, the investment in growth will give the company room to continue to innovate its beer, develop packaging and perhaps start a barrel-aging program.
"We're thrilled with where we are now," Buiter said. "We're not in this for the money. We're in it because we love beer and we love our local community."


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Kristian Rouz - The European Union (EU) is considering imposing a 3-percent corporate incomes tax on tech giants operating in its internal market, but based outside of the bloc. Such companies include Google's parent company Alphabet and Twitter, amongst others.
The new tax would affect the tech companies' gross revenues from their operation in countries under the jurisdiction of the European Commission (EC). The proposal also says the tech giants' revenues would be taxed based on where their users are located.
This comes after European officials found major international social media and Internet companies enjoyed a windfall in revenues whilst paying dismally low taxes to the budgets of their countries of operation.
"International progress does not give cause for much optimism on either the pace or scope of digital tax reforms we can expect. There has been very little appetite among key global players to find concrete solutions," Pierre Moscovici, EU commissioner for tax policies, said.
While the EU doesn't have a common fiscal policy, and its coordination is currently very limited, the new tax might be a first solid step to harmonizing and, ultimately, converging tax policies across the bloc.
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"Some of these (tech) companies are among the greatest contributors to US job creation and economic growth," US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said. "Imposing new and redundant tax burdens would inhibit growth and ultimately harm workers and consumers."
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If you're wondering what all this talk about trans fats is about, and how you need to treat them in your daily diet, follow this rule given by doctors and nutritionists: "Avoid trans fats, limit saturated fats and add essential polyunsaturated fats."
Here's a fact to remember - the body essentially requires some fat from food, as it is a major source of energy. It helps you absorb some vitamins and minerals, and builds cell membranes, the vital exterior of each cell and the sheaths surrounding the nerves. It is necessary for blood clotting and muscle movement. Yet for long-term health, some fats are better than others, and good fats include monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Bad ones include industrial-made trans fats. Saturated fats fall somewhere in between the good and bad.
Health specialists say that the worst type of dietary fat is the kind known as trans fat, a by-product of hydrogenation that is used to turn healthy oils into solids and to prevent them from becoming rancid. These fats possess no known health benefits and are not safe to consume as they increase the amount of harmful LDL cholesterol in the bloodstream and reduce the amount of beneficial HDL cholesterol. Trans fats create inflammation, which is linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other chronic conditions, and contribute to insulin resistance, which increases the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. If you want to know a harsh and hair-raising truth, every 2% of calories from trans fat consumed daily, raises the risk of heart disease by as much as 23%.
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X-Men: Michael Fassbender on what it's like working with Hugh Jackman
The internet may love the Fassbender/James McAvoy bromance, but tonight is was Wolverine that got Magneto's praises
Search the internet for Michael Fassbender and James McAvoy and you'll find yourself a whole heap of fan art, novels and general love for their apparent 'bromance'.
While that's sure to be the case, with just mere minutes with Fassbender (aka Magneto) on the blue carpet at tonight's X-Men: Days of Future Past premiere, it was Hugh Jackman (aka Wolverine) that Fassbender told us about.
"It's a really great bunch of people. Everyone says that but it's true. Such generosity from the First Class crowd. Then the opportunity to work with Mr Jackman…
"He's an amazing man and a fantastic actor," the actor adds.
The X-Men cast is heaving with talent as past and present stars come together in one knock-out film. From Jennifer Lawrence to Sir Patrick Stewart and Sir Ian McKellen, Fassbender says that the friendship among the cast was important to keep the days light.
"The days can be long. A lot of green screen, a lot of technical stuff, so we keep each other amused," he adds.
While Fassbender had to walk the blue carpet without Jackman, as the cast are splitting up for worldwide premieres over the next few days, he spent a huge amount of time with his fans, chatting and taking photos in the pouring rain.
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We've compiled some ideas to help you plan for your visit to White Eagle at Ekone Ranch.
Here are some fairly nearby Places to Stay:
Morning Song Acres B&B in Lyle, WA (a little over an hour away) has lovely rooms, including some well-priced for solo travelers.
Celilo Inn in The Dalles (about an hour away on I-84) sits up on the hill overlooking the river and the dam. During the high season they offer wine tasting tours and barbecues on their patio. If you book a room with them, use White Eagle as your code for a discount on your stay.
Ponderosa Motel in Goldendale has doubles and singles with kitchenettes, and a new wing of rooms. It is locally owned, we've heard good things about their breakfast options, and their rates are reasonable.
Quality Inn in Goldendale is convenient and good basic accommodation.
Here's the City of Goldendale's list of places to eat & stay.
The Glass Onion in Goldendale serves beautiful fresh local food.
Loie's Cafe at the Maryhill Museum of Art is a lovely snack stop.
Solstice Wood Fired Cafe on the waterfront in Hood River, OR makes great pizza and has a full menu of salads soups pasta and local brews on tap.
Gorge in the Gorge has some other suggestions for good eats.
Here are a few important tips to help you prepare for your visit:
We are located about 2.5 hours from Portland and about 4 hours from Seattle. It takes just under 30 minutes to reach us from Goldendale, WA, the nearest town. Internet will not work on your phone once you are out here, and cell phone coverage can be spotty. It will feel like you are in the boondocks – because you are! Text us (206-383-3285) from Goldendale to let us know your actual arrival timing, please!
The road out to the White Eagle grounds is impassable during snow and heavy rain. Vehicles with good clearance can drive it the rest of the time. Come prepared: wear sturdy shoes that can handle dust, a hat, and a water bottle.
Follow the directions below and Just Say No to the Box Canyon Road route. DO NOT USE A GPS navigation system. (It will likely take you the back way on a pretty sketchy road where it is easy to get lost.) Call Shonie, our Executive Director, if you run into any trouble: 509-250-1034
1. From Seattle or Spokane: Take I-90 to Ellensburg, then take the HWY 97 exit South toward Yakima. The hwy will merge with 12 and 82 in Yakima. Turn Right to stay on Highway 97 South at Toppenish and head over Satus Pass to Goldendale.
2. From Portland: Take I-84 East past The Dalles to Biggs Junction and take Highway 97 North over the Columbia River at Biggs Junction. Follow 97 N for about 10 miles toward Goldendale.
3. At Goldendale, take the exit for Highway 142 (Broadway Street) at the 76 Service Station. Coming from the South, turn Left; it's a Right turn from the north. This is the last spot with reliable cell phone coverage.
4. Go one block, then turn left at Aimee's Attic onto Bickleton Road.
5. Continue east for 10 miles (watch for milepost marker 10) and turn left onto Old Mountain Road.
6. In approximately 1 mile, the pavement curves down and to the right and crosses at Badger Gulch–follow it across the small bridge to stay on Old Mountain Road.
7. About 3 miles later, the pavement ends. Slow down to 25 mph or less. Save our roads and neighborly relations, and reduce dust and wear and tear on your car.
8. In another mile, you'll see our neighbors blue 455 house marker on your left and the Ekone Ranch sign on your right – turn right onto Ekone Road. Slow down more to 10 mph or less – there are two speed bumps and two speed dips on this road. You'll pass our closest neighbors and follow the signs for Ekone for almost 1 mile, to reach the Ekone Valley.
9. If no one is immediately on hand to greet you, park in the circle area at the Lodge, Do not go on past the STOP sign. The large octagonal building is the Ekone Ranch Lodge. Your White Eagle steward will meet you there. During burial services we will direct you to drive past the lodge and park at the cabin (in the stand of pine trees) for reception.
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GULF OF ADEN (Aug. 10, 2016) – Thirty-one Marine Corporals and one Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class stood proudly in formation on the forecastle of the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD-17), as their class honor graduate dismissed them from their final day of Corporals Course.
The Marines and Sailor, from 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and the San Antonio respectively, attended the two-and-a-half week course in order to further their military education; learning sword and guidon techniques, preparing and teaching classes, and learning how to be more effective leaders of Marines.
"The emphasis is on leadership and the traits and principles of a leader of Marines," said Cpl. Robert Debevoise, a graduate of the course. "We learn how to apply that in a real world stetting and how to use those principles to take care of your Marines, lead them, and accomplish what you need to accomplish."
This is the first Corporals Course that has been completed on the San Antonio during the 22nd MEU's current deployment. Students came from a variety of occupations and elements within the MEU.
"We have Marines from Aviation Combat Element, Ground Combat Element, Logistics Combat Element, Command Element; so we have all these Marines from different specialties and commands we get to work with and learn from each other and have a better working and personal relationship," said Debevoise.
The students were split into five squads, each with a staff sergeant leading, instructing, and mentoring the squad. Squad members trained, studied and held group discussions together; learning how to function better as a unit.
In 2015, completion of a resident corporals course seminar became a requirement for Marines to become eligible for the rank of sergeant. The graduates of this class are now one step closer to achieving the next rank.
22nd MEU, deployed with the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, is maintaining regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.
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Brisa Sol is packed with facilities and activities. Highlights include: large outdoor swimming pool, sun terraces, sunbeds, parasols, children's pool, indoor pool, restaurant, pool snack bar, main bar, and 24-hour reception. Sports and leisure facilities: squash and tennis courts; games room with arcade games and snooker table; and spa with sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, and fitness room.
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Brisa Sol has 165 modern guest units, consisting of Studios, Apartments, Suites, and Twin Rooms. Apartment highlights: air-conditioning, heating, telephone, satellite TV, safe, living room (with two sofas), dining area, bathroom (with hairdryer), kitchenette (with fridge, two-hob electric oven, and microwave), and furnished balcony.


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Well, that's almost the end of the busy tourist season in Inverness…and what a season it has been! From a record number of visitors on our Isle of Skye Group Tour, to the continuing success of our shore tours from Invergordon, and excellent feedback for our new and improved Whisky Bus, it has been another excellent year for us.
So, to celebrate the end of a great season, and to thank all of the WOW team for yet again cruising through it with good humour and enthusiasm, we decided it was about time that someone took us out on a adventure for the day. Hmmm…now …who would be brave enough to take a group of local tour guides on a tour, you might ask?! Step forward Quad Bike Tours, who are based in Kinlochlaggan, in the stunning Cairngorms National Park.
Our group of eight pitched up to an enthusiastic welcome and were shown into the Ardverikie Estate, of BBC hit drama Monarch of the Glen fame. As this estate is not accessible to vehicular traffic, it was a rare treat to get VIP access, and we were all excited to don our quad bikes and get going.
After a gentle start along the estate road we quickly reached "Glen Bogle" House. Again, as this property is not accessible to the public, it was fantastic to see it close up, and it looks exactly like it did in the TV series. After hearing a bit about the estate's history, what followed was two hours of exhilarating riding through stunning mountain scenery; as we drove along landrover tracks, through rivers and burns, and over an occasional mud or hill obstacle, our guides kept us safe and informed with regular stops and amusing anecdotes. The highlight for all was riding across Loch Laggan beach near the end of the tour – apparently it is the largest inland, freshwater beach in Europe (yep, the tour guides were listening!) and it was a real thrill to roar across this deserted expanse of sand.
Upon return to our base at "Gollie's" cottage we enjoyed a delicious lunch (courtesy of the Crown Deli in Inverness) before it was onto our next activity for the day; clay pigeon shooting. I think we all surprised ourselves at how easily we mastered it, but perhaps that was due more to the expert instruction than our advanced shooting skills!
After leaving Ardverikie Estate in high spirits we all headed to the Cairn Hotel in Carrbridge, for a few well-earned drinks and some dinner in front of their roaring log fire. Everyone agreed that it had been a fantastic day, and we would thoroughly recommend Quad Bike Tours to anyone visiting the Scottish Highlands, particularly for those who are Monarch of the Glen fans.
Now, back to work refreshed and motivated for a few more weeks, before a well-earned rest over the winter!


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The new Apple TV brings a repaginated system, Siri compatibility, and powerful hardware. New Chromecast, or Chromecast 2, brings a change in look, improved Wi-Fi and technology that promises to improve streaming. Check out the pros and cons of two of the most popular streaming devices and see which one to invest. Also, discover the difference in price and working of each device.
The new Apple TV has gained a completely new system. The tvOS is a version of iOS 9 and brings some very interesting device functions. Beginning with integration with Siri. You can now find content using voice commands.
Another great feature of the system is the addition of third-party apps. In an exclusive App Store, you will be able to download thousands of apps, from news apps to bank apps and games. Okay, nothing like GTA V or The Witcher 3, but cool games to have fun with the family, like Rayman Adventures.
The app that controls Chromecast on mobile has had some changes. Now doing searches is integrated with the Google search system. When you search for a movie, for example, it offers the option of choosing which streaming service you want to watch Netflix, Hulu, Google Play, and more. Very useful, but the film that users want to see is not always available on the app. Chromecast has also gained some new features, such as support for Spotify and Google Photos.
Another new feature that caught the eye on the new Chromecast was Fast Play. The technology promises to streamline the loading of destreaming videos. However, at least initially Fast Play will not be available.
Who wins: new Chromecast. Both media centers have strengths and weaknesses. The new Apple TV has tvOS with Siri, the addition of games and tvOS. However, at least initially, the list of applications should be limited. The new Chromecast already inherits millions of apps and games, since the system remains the same. In addition, Fast Play seems to be quite promising.
Undoubtedly, the big star on the new Apple TV is the Siri smart voice assistant. The control has been completely redesigned and has gained new functions that promise to revolutionize the way you watch TV.
Starting with the touchpad. The touch-sensitive area promises to make navigation more intuitive. The control also gained microphones and motion sensors, such as gyro and accelerometer. It will be possible to control games with gestures.
Who wins: New Apple TV. Siri has a number of new features that will make a normal television much more intuitive. Another advantage is the battery. Apple says it can last for months without recharging. In addition, it has an infrared sensor and can control basic TV functions such as on and off and volume.
Design and hardware
The design of the new Apple TV did not have major changes. The device follows the same black box pattern as the previous model. The setup-box also has some connections: RJ-45, HDMI and USB-C network input and Wi-Fi is compatible with new AC technology. The processor is the A8, dual-core chip that operates in 64-bit, the same used in iPhones 6. In all are two storage sizes 32 GB and 64 GB.
On the new Chromecast comes the pen drive format. The round design is designed to accommodate new hardware that improves Wi-Fi connectivity. Now the device is compatible with AC networks and operates in two 2.4GHz and 5 GHz bands. However, the design poses a problem as it by the HDMI cable.
Who wins: Apple TV. The new generation of Apple's setup-box takes advantage of Google's dongle, mainly through network and USB input. The new Chromecast does not need powerful hardware, as all the processing is done by the smartphone, but the design is broken by leaving the device hanging behind the TV.
The bottom line is that Google Chromecast is ideal for those who want a streaming device at an affordable price. Apple TV is for those who have a high budget for a streaming device and are also interested in using a wide array of advanced features.


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Roofing Repair Minneapolis
When something is wrong with your roof, you need professional roofers to handle the repair work. And as a company that specializes in roofing repair in Minneapolis, we have helped many of your Twin Cities friends and neighbors with all of their roofing needs.
We are fully licensed, bonded and insured, and we make sure all of our roofers have the proper equipment, tools and know-how to do the roofing repair job right the first time. And we will always strive to meet or exceeed your expectations.
Plus, we offer roofing repair for a variety of roofs. From shingled to flat, wood to rubber and hot tar, give the pros at Eastern Roofing & Siding a call any time you need help with roof repair.
We can help any time your roof sustains damage from extreme weather. And we can also help if your roof needs some attention because it's getting old or just needs a little TLC.
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Eye Shadow - Granite
Affera Cosmetics "New" Granite Eyeshadow has
a beautiful smooth combination of earth tones
with a hint of light sandy mauve.
Affera Cosmetics Eyeshadows & Eyeliners Do Not Contain any chemicals, preservatives, bismuth oxychloride, carmine or synthetic mica. We use only 100% Minerals. Affera Cosmetics Eyeshadow Applicators are made of foam as the minerals will "cling" to the foam applicator. The foam applicators work best when applying loose mineral eyeshadow. You can easily "pat" the loose minerals onto your eyelid without a mess and having the minerals fall onto your face like a brush would do. Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide & Iron Oxides 3g


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We believe in creating the highest quality skin care that will improve your skin condition. We only produce skin care that actually works without compromising on quality.
We believe your skin care should be straightforward and uncomplicated. That's why we only use the highest quality cosmetic oils and Oxofulleram.
You will not find parabens, filler products, added perfumes, colorants, preservatives or other chemicals in Combray. We also do not use ingredients whose extraction is at the expense of humans and animals.
Combray is not tested on animals, and it is also vegan.
We do not sell Combray in countries where animal testing is allowed.
To prevent components from plastic dissolving in your oil, we only use glass bottles and glass droppers for your Combray.
We try to be as aware as possible of our living environment and we try to keep our impact on the environment as small as possible.
The packaging of our products can be recycled and the filling of our packages is biodegradable.
We produce in small batches. Each individual batch is tested and then filled and packaged by hand in order to meet our high-quality standards.
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MODELS will be taking to the catwalk this weekend in a bid to save closure-threatened Quiggins.
A fashion show will take place on Saturday as a protest at plans to transform the site into an arcade of exclusive shops as part of the £750m Paradise Street development.
Professional models will rub shoulders with shop assistants and traders who will be modelling clothes on sale in Quiggins.
The 45 businesses and 250 staff in Quiggins face an uncertain future after a compulsory purchase order (CPO) was made on the building.
A campaign has been launched to keep Quiggins trading and opponents to the CPO are in talks with their lawyers to see what their next step will be.
Fashion show organiser Kedu Uchegbu said: "I want people to know that Quiggins is still open and if it does go it would be a tragedy.."
Campaign spokesman Joe Kenny said: "The battle may have been lost but the war is still far from over."
The fashion show, with music and DJs, starts at 8pm at Kiss the Red, Hardman Street, Liverpool.
Admission is £7 and tickets are available on the door.


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de Gournay was founded in 1986 by Claud Cecil Gurney in the same way many companies are born – to fulfill a need. After searching for artisans to restore the antique wallpaper in his own home, he discovered that this traditional art was on the verge of disappearing and made it his mission to resurrect it. Traveling to China, he searched out artists whose families had generations of experience and shared the passion for continuing these ancient techniques.
If you try to research the history of wallpaper, you'll find a disturbingly Euro-centric spin on the facts. Wallpaper, it is repeated in a majority of books and wiki pages, began in Europe in the 17th century as the poor man's tapestry. It's telling that there's a bias, if not an outright blind spot, in the West's narrative of the craft. The economically dominant forces of Europe misused, co-opted and diluted the cultures that they colonized, and wallpaper was no exception.
The fact, however, is that Chinese wallpaper came first. Formed during a groundbreaking surge of innovation and artistry, Chinese wallpapers from the 14th century represent not only the brilliance of the inventors and artists doing the work, but of the culture which made such advances possible.
The Chinese used art as a scientific, spiritual and philosophical practice. They documented the local world around them with the precision of naturalists, working from observations of living flora and fauna, often in the wild (as opposed to later European traditions, which used taxidermied specimens as models). The wallpapers were an encyclopedia come to life on their walls, a kind of IMAX theater of their local environment projected in their homes.
The Chinese believed in Spirit Resonance, the ability of the artists, through intense attention to and affection for their subject matter, to imbue their work with an inherent spiritual power. The space was thus transformed through these papers into an embodiment of the divine in nature.
And, finally, the subject matter in the wallpapers was a commentary on the virtues of a productive, peaceful, healthy society, featuring everything from panoramas of a thriving wildlife (with birds often shown in pairs, representing love and reproduction), to vignettes with figures busy at work creating the very crafts, like ceramics, that generated dignity and joy in people. The walls thus became an inspirational, communal self-portrait of the best aspects of society.
By the time Chinese wallpapers made it to the West, however, they were just another luxury import to keep out the cold and decorate the walls with a new fad: chinoiserie. Lost on the Europeans was the intention, meaning and power. The connection between the inner, domestic world, and the outer, political and environmental worlds, was gone.
De Gournay is changing that. By going back to the artisans in China not just for the product but for the process, the company is at least acknowledging, and perhaps even rehabilitating, the intensity of the art form. For a modern era where everything is considered "wallpaper" —where the world is a mere background to our narcissistic self-absorption, and material goods are just props for our insatiable lifestyles—de Gournay comes as a subversive shock to the senses, pushing our surroundings unapologetically into the foreground.
This effect is achieved through a layering process. The paper itself is layers of different materials: either paper or silk as the paintable surface, then muslin as a middle substrate, and finally canvas as the final backing. The paints, too, are many layers of transparent watercolors—no opaque pigments are used in Chinese wallpaper. And finally, the outlines are fine lines of ink, in some areas "threaded" or repeated so close together as to create the effect of volume but without creating a solid block of ink. (Also, pure black or white ink is never used, as these are not natural colors.) The accumulation of layers allows for two things: dimension and resonance. Dimension is created through gradations of light. That's how our eyes operate when they see "color," which is just light playing on our retinas in grades of color waves. Resonance is achieved through the interplay of complimentary colors whose impact on each other makes the images seem to vibrate, or come to life, in the closest and most naturalistic approximation to actually being in nature.
The same fine art techniques, materials, and craftsmanship used to make art were used to make wallpaper. Indeed, wallpapers are considered art even today, and Chinese wallpaper panels are often presented framed. Chinese wallpapers were also painted as panoramas, in panels. Each panel was unique, and numbered for placement.
We are not used to having to collaborate with our environment. De Gournay wallpapers insist on it. You become a part of the setting, and once you accept that you and your environment must share the same visual plane, you begin to enjoy the company—and then, ultimately, to really crave it, because you recognize it as a very primal need: harmony.
wallpaper history via grey magazine


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In summers, nothing is more embarrassing than running out of ice whenever you have a guest or home party. The stress of walking out all the way to market to purchase ice cubes somehow ruins all the fun. The situation can become worse if you cannot find it nearby your house. So, it is always advisable to keep a proper stock of house before arranging such event in your home. Other than this, ice is known to serve multiple uses. Thus, there is a need for the ice maker in everybody's house to avoid such disgusting situations.
In the case of sipping a drink of your preference or tending to a bruised muscle, ice is never far away because of a versatile ice maker. The options are limitless when it comes to the usage of ice cubes. You can use it for creating your ice packs for injuries. Also, slow drinking plants need ice cubes. Making ice is not any more difficult with the arrival of ice makers in the market. Ice Maker does the whole job of creating fresh and clean ice cubes for any occasion or event. We bring our list of top ten ice makers available in the market to help out our readers to buy one for themselves.
1 NewAir ClearIce40, Countertop Clear Ice Maker Machine, Makes 40 lbs of Ice, Portable Stainless Steel
NewAir 40-Pound Countertop Clear Ice Maker is an excellent addition to your home tools and kitchen for clear and restaurant-quality ice at any time of the day. It can easily fit on any countertop because of its small size. It churns out massive loads of ice in a short period. Also, it consists of cold storage which stores ice for the future use without melting. You can efficiently operate it as there is only one button to on and off the machine. Overall, it can make up to 40 pounds of ice per day which is impressive.
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2 EdgeStar IB120SS Built in Ice Maker, 12 lbs, Stainless Steel and Black
The EdgeStar IB120SS is an ice maker which comes with a storage bin to store some ice for the more extended use or the near future. It means that this ice maker will also work as a freezer. The ice maker makes a great addition to an office, kitchen, bar, or RV. It also enables the ice maker to operate without any requirement of a permanent drain line. In a single day, this ice maker is capable of producing up to 12 pounds of ice. Moreover, it is a small size ice maker which fits under almost every counter.
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3 Costway Stainless Steel Commercial Ice Maker 110LB/24h Freestanding Portable Undercounter Ice Machine w/LED Display
Costway Stainless Steel Commercial Ice Maker features colorless as well as odorless plastic and stainless steel which is durable and longlasting. Also, this material is harmless to human, so it takes care of the user's health. It comes with a high-end and practical operation panel making it very easy to use. Moreover, the costway commercial ice maker is capable of churning up to 110 lbs in a day. It means that you will never run out of ice even when there is a party going on in your house. It is the quickest and convenient way of creating ice for homes, restaurants, and bars.
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4 Vremi Countertop Ice Maker - Ice Cubes Ready in 9 Mins - Makes 26 lbs Ice in 24 hrs - Perfect for Water Bottles, Mixed Drinks - Portable Stainless Steel Ice Maker with Ice Scoop and Basket
Vremi Chill Out ice maker is a great option to consider if you are making your mind on buying an ice maker for your home. In the time span of 24 hours, it can create up to 26 lbs of ice. The design of ice maker is as such to develop cylindrical ice cubes which is a unique feature of this ice maker. In each cycle, it can create nine ice cubes in just 8 to 10 minutes. Also, it is a smart ice maker which prevents overflowing with warning lights and shuts down when the ice basket is full.
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5 Opal Nugget Ice Maker
Opal Nugget Ice Maker is an anywhere and anytime ice maker. It means that you can use it whenever you want and take it with you on road trips and camping. The Opal's product is straightforward to operate. Also, it is a smart choice as it knows when to begin as well as shut down. It consists of an automatic sensor which identifies the fill level of the ice bucket to turn on or off the machine. Moreover, it is portable and fits on almost every countertop making it one of the best ice makers to use at home.
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6 Best Choice Products Portable Compact Countertop Insulated Digital Ice Maker w/ 2 Cube Sizes, 26lbs of Ice Daily - Black
The company uses stainless steel to make this ice maker which makes it longlasting and more durable. It is capable of producing up to 26 lbs of ice cubes in a single day. It makes sure there is ice available for every occasion. Also, it lets the user adjust ice cube size according to their preference. You can fit it around any place you want because of its compact size and design. Moreover, it comes with an automatic self-cleaning function with time settings. Also, there are other similar settings. Overall, it is perfect for bars, restaurants, and houses.
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7 Compact Ice Maker, Red
The ice maker comes with a compact design which lets people enjoy a cold, refreshing drink at any time of the day and anywhere. You can easily carry it with you on road trips, camping, and other places. You can customize the size of ice cubes as it offers two different sizes. Also, the storage bin is available which makes ice available for future uses. The electronic device features an LED indicator which allows you to put in your ice order on a single button touch. Overall, it is capable of creating ice of up to 26 lbs per day.
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8 Ice Machine - Portable, Counter Top Ice Maker Machine TG22 - Produces 26 lbs Of Ice Per 24 Hours - Stainless Steel - Top Rated Ice Maker For Countertop use By ThinkGizmos (trademark protected)
It is a fantastic automatic ice maker which makes loads of ice in a few minutes. Also, this ice maker comes with a compressor cooling system. This cooling system creates very low noise while operating. A unique feature of this ice maker is that the remaining ice melts back into the reservoir. In the next ice making cycle, the device uses this water to create new and fresh ice. Also, the delivery set comes with a user manual displaying instructions to use it and a free ice scoop. Overall, it can create up to 26 lbs of ice in a single day.
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9 Aicok Portable Ice Maker, Ice Cubes ready in 6 Minutes, Counter Top Ice Machine with Ice Scoop and 2 Quart Water Tank, Timer, LED Display, Make Over 26 lbs per 24 hours, Stainless Steel
Aicok Portable Ice Maker comes with a transparent viewing window and a powerful but noiseless compressor You can follow the whole process of ice making with the help of this window without lifting the lid. Ice basket of this ice maker has the capacity of storing ice up to 1.8 lbs. Also, you can pre-program the electronic device with the timer. It features an LED control panel which displays all the necessary information related to ice making. The ice maker is capable of creating up to 26 lbs of ice in a day.
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10 Northair HZB-12/SA Portable Ice Maker Machine Counter Top with 26lbs Daily Capacity Stainless Steel Colorful
Northair portable ice maker comes with a stainless steel finish which makes it last for a more extended period. It is a perfect addition to your home and useful while going on a road trip or a boat trip. Also, it is excellent for parties and several other events at home. It is capable of creating 26 lbs of ice in 24 hours in two different sizes. Moreover, in a single go, it can churn nine ice cubes in less than 6 minutes. The LED light indicator of this ice maker is useful as it acknowledges the need for water and shuts down when there is no requirement.
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Final Words
Well, make sure select the right type of ice maker for your official as well as domestic use. There are the different type of ice makers available in the market, so the selection of the right product is an important aspect. Our hot picks on the best ice makers will help you out in making the right decision which fits you and your family. So, do not miss this chance of buying a new ice maker as these products are not going to last forever. Go ahead, make a move, and buy it as soon as possible!