If you purchased a stretched canvas painting you can display it right away, even if the sides of the canvas haven’t been painted.
(To paint the sides or not: Some artists paint them, but others prefer not to. Leaving the edges unpainted suggests that the work can, but doesn’t have to, be framed. Some artists never paint to the edge of the canvas. They even leave an unpainted border around the front of the painting. It all depends on the artist. Personally I don’t like to see a painting where the subject matter has been painted on the sides. It reminds me of those stretched canvas prints you buy at your local store for $20. I don’t like my paintings to look like wallpapers – so I usually don’t paint the sides of the canvas.)
Back to the framing:
In any case, you don’t need to frame your stretched canvas painting. In fact, you can create a gallery wall where you can display all kinds of paintings: framed and unframed. It all depends on your taste.
When thinking about framing your artwork, consider the following questions:
- Is this a stretched canvas painting?
- How big is the canvas?
- If I’m purchasing it for a specific wall, will it fit after I frame it? How much does the frame add to the size of the painting?
- How much am I ready to spend on framing? What are the linen liners for the painting and why are they used? (Linen liners are the canvas version of the mat. Like mats, linen liners are often used to add a decorative accent to the painting.)
I prefer to frame all of my paintings. If you’re thinking about getting your art framed, you might want to shop around for a good quality and reasonably priced frame. The frames can be expensive, depending on the quality and make. Sometimes you’ll pay more for the frame than you will for your smaller size painting.
Take a look at some differences between framed and unframed art work.
Written by Vedrana Vodopivec


Instructor: Kelley Pitcher
Ages: 9-11, 12-18, Adult
Course Cost: $150
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This class is meant to be a fun introduction to the world of clay! I will have the kids exploring multiple ways to create, and decorate works of clay art. I will give the kids several different projects to make, while encouraging them to adapt and create their own twists (or create their own projects all together). Each child should be able to bring home at least six finished projects.
*This class is for people 8 and up


Boomers who are setting a table for Thanksgiving can look to Terry Kovel and Kim Kovel, antiques and collectible gurus, as inspiration. Their plates, glassware, and serving pieces reflect their different collecting styles (and ages) — and here are their choices:
Terry’s table is traditional. It starts with blue and white porcelain plates in the Floral pattern introduced by Spode in the 1830s. The sterling silver flatware was a wedding gift to a family member just after World War I. The pattern is Trianon. Pieces are marked “I.S. & Co.,” the mark of the International Silver Co., and the patent date, 1921. The water goblet is pressed glass from the 1880s. The silver-plated figural napkin ring, made about 1880, is decorated with Japanese fans.
Terry bought the sterling silver open salt with a cobalt blue glass liner while on her honeymoon. It was made in England in the 1830s. She paired it with a Victorian silver salt spoon and a Georgian-style pepper shaker. Serving pieces include a Victorian silver ladle and a Georgian long-handle stuffing spoon, both with English hallmarks, a hefty Victorian silver cold meat fork, and a silver fruit spoon made in the early 1800s that was engraved and gold washed during the Victorian era. The gravy dish, cover and underplate are cobalt blue porcelain decorated with gold chinoiserie and a bamboo-shaped handle. It was made by the Ott & Brewer Co., which operated Trenton, N.J., from 1871 to 1892. Terry also uses a cut glass relish dish from the American Brilliant Period.
Kim Kovel favors a midcentury tablescape. The dinnerware was designed by Eva Zeisel (1906–2011) for Hall China Co. The organic Tomorrow’s Classic set of shapes is one of Zeisel’s most popular. The plate pattern is Dawn, 1952, and the butter dish and vase are Fantasy, 1952–57. Water goblets are Block Crystal’s Watercolor-Green pattern from 1984. Classic Greek and Roman architecture is reflected in Kim’s stainless steel flatware with handles in the shapes of flattened columns—Doric capitals for spoons, Ionic for knives and Corinthian for forks. They were designed in 1992 by architect Robert Venturi for SwidPowell (a studio founded in 1982 that commissions international architects to design tabletop pieces) and made by Reed & Barton Co. Also reflecting columns are the candlesticks, designed by Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007) for Baccarat. They’re called Bougeoir Nusku from Baccarat’s 2002 Rencontre Collection. The backdrop is a tablecloth woven in the 1950s.
From Kovel’s Komments


This loose leaf blend features an exquisite combination of black tea and real peach fruit pieces, delivering a sweet, fruity, and delicate flavor profile. Enjoy it hot or over ice — it pairs wonderfully with Fortnum´s Marzipan Fruits.
For the perfect brew, heat water to 100°C, use one level teaspoon of tea per person, and steep for 1-3 minutes. It's best enjoyed without milk.
F&M´s Black Tea with Peach comes in a charming caddy designed by Charlotte Day. With a background in gardening and illustration, Day's artwork beautifully captures her passion for plants using hand-painted and digital techniques. Her designs bloom with a fascination for all things floral.


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The Making Money is Self Care Oversized Clutch is perfect for making a stylish statement. This oversized clutch has a pink finish, and its size will make it easy to store everything you need while looking fashionable. Keep your essentials safe and close by with this clutch!
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Golden oat grass
Stipa gigantea adds grace and beauty in the garden. Stipa gigantea is a herbaceous perennial of which the most distinguishing feature is its size, as it can reach impressive heights of 5 to 7 feet (1.5 to 2.1 meters) with a similar spread. The clumping nature of this grass creates an attractive fountain-like form, with arching, slender, and feathery panicles that sway gracefully in the wind. The inflorescences emerge in late spring or early summer, presenting a golden hue that illuminates the landscape, hence its common name “Golden Oat grass.”
In the world of garden plants, Stipa gigantea stands tall both literally and figuratively. Commonly known as Giant Feather Grass or Golden Oat grass, this magnificent ornamental grass hails from the Mediterranean and Southwest Asia, captivating gardeners and landscape enthusiasts with its elegant appearance and adaptability. Standing out among its contemporaries, Stipa gigantea has become a favored choice for those seeking to add drama, movement, and grace to their outdoor spaces.
Stipa gigantea is a herbaceous perennial grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Its most distinguishing feature is its size, as it can reach impressive heights of 5 to 7 feet (1.5 to 2.1 meters) with a similar spread. The clumping nature of this grass creates an attractive fountain-like form, with arching, slender, and feathery panicles that sway gracefully in the wind. The inflorescences emerge in late spring or early summer, presenting a golden hue that illuminates the landscape, hence its common name “Golden Oats.”
One of the most appealing aspects of Stipa gigantea is its adaptability to various growing conditions. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate some light shade, making it a versatile addition to a wide range of garden styles. As for soil preferences, this grass is not too demanding, as long as the soil is well-draining. It can handle sandy, loamy, or clay soils, but it dislikes excessive moisture, so avoiding waterlogged areas is essential.
Once established, Stipa gigantea is relatively low-maintenance, needing minimal watering and fertilization. This attribute makes it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and sustainable garden designs, where water conservation is a priority.
Stipa gigantea’s impressive size and graceful movement make it a focal point in any garden or landscape design. Its verticality allows it to be used as a striking backdrop for smaller plants, while its airy, transparent structure creates a sense of lightness and depth. Planted in groups or as a solitary specimen, this grass can enhance the overall aesthetic and provide year-round interest, as the golden panicles age to a lovely straw color in autumn and persist through winter.
In larger landscapes, Stipa gigantea can be effectively incorporated into meadow or prairie-style plantings, where its flowing forms mimic the natural rhythm of the wild. Moreover, it complements contemporary and modern gardens by adding a touch of wildness and movement amidst structured elements.
The versatility of Stipa gigantea lies not only in its adaptability to different growing conditions but also in its ability to harmonize with a wide array of companion plants. It forms beautiful contrasts when planted alongside bold, colorful perennials such as Salvia, Echinacea, or Kniphofia. The soft, feathery texture of the grass juxtaposed with the solid, vibrant blooms creates a visually arresting display.
For a more subdued and tranquil palette, Stipa gigantea pairs gracefully with lavender, catmint, or Russian sage. These combinations exude a sense of serenity and relaxation while still showcasing the striking silhouette of the grass.
In late winter or early spring, Stipa gigantea benefits from cutting back its old foliage to make way for the fresh growth of the new season. This trim also helps maintain the grass’s tidy appearance. During the growing season, deadheading the spent panicles prevents self-seeding and allows the plant’s beauty to shine unhindered.
Stipa gigantea is a true testament to the allure of ornamental grasses in the garden. With its towering height, graceful form, and golden inflorescences, this impressive grass adds an ethereal charm to any landscape. Its adaptability, low-maintenance nature, and ability to blend effortlessly with other plants make it a beloved choice among gardeners seeking a touch of elegance and movement in their outdoor sanctuaries. Whether used as a focal point, a companion to perennials, or part of a wild meadow planting, Stipa gigantea is sure to captivate and inspire all who encounter its graceful beauty


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We take the time to understand your unique roofing needs, and we work closely with you to design and implement a pitched roofing solution that perfectly suits your style preferences and functional requirements. With our meticulous attention to detail and commitment to using the best materials available, you can trust that your pitched roof will not only provide reliable protection but also add an attractive and enduring element to your property's architecture.


Tovella Manufacturing is the premier place for your prototype, short-run, and production quantities of CNC parts. Our 5-axis machining capability allows us to produce complex parts much quicker, and at lower cost, than many other machine shops. In addition, our robotic material handling lowers your cost even more for production runs.
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We have on staff engineers to take your concept and bring it to fruition. Our engineers together have over 60 years of experience and have engineering degrees from MIT, Southern Illinois University, and Georgia Tech.


This small bowl features a vine pattern inspired by vintage Pyrex. It is approximately 2 inches tall, 4 inches in diameter, and holds about 12 ounces. This size is great for ice cream, snacks, or aiding with keeping food prep organized in the kitchen. It comes in four colour combos.
All bowls are hand built and hand decorated, meaning no two are ever exactly the same. I use a clear, matte glaze over hand carved line work, inlaid with coloured slip. My glazes have been tested for food safety. This one is microwave and dishwasher safe, though I recommend hand washing for longevity.


Your Apple Watch deserves the same protection as your phone, but many people don’t always think about putting a case on their Apple Watch. That means its risk of damage is probably much higher than you’d like.
Choosing the right cover to keep your watch safe without interfering with performance or ruining your style can be tough. This list has some of the best cases we’ve found with a variety of features to suit any wearer’s needs. Once your watch is protected, make sure you check out the best Apple Watch apps as well.
Monocarbon Real Carbon Fiber Case
If you want to avoid placing a cover over your watch face, but you still want that extra protection, try the Monocarbon Fiber case. Its extremely lightweight body of 0.7 grams is constructed with genuine carbon fiber material. Its glossy finish fits snugly and looks stylish on your wrist. You can get this case for Series 4 and 5 watches in both sizes. Each unit fits your watch precisely and promises to enhance your smartwatch experience and appearance. It comes in glossy black only.
RhinoShield Bumper Case
RhinoShield’s thin, light bumper case — at just 1.9mm thin and 4 grams — provides an impact-resistant polymer exterior that gives you the ultimate in drop protection up to 4 feet, for your Apple Watch Series 4 and 5. The case rises just slightly above the screen surface to protect your watch face from damaging impacts. Precise cutouts provide full access to the watch’s digital crown, heart rate sensor, and charger. The case comes in a variety of colors to complement your watch strap.
The Supcase TPU protects your Apple Watch in the most minimal way possible. When it’s on your watch face, you don’t even know it’s there, as the built-in screen protector shields your watch from dust, fingerprints, scratches, and bumps. Precise cutouts let you easily access all controls, buttons, sensors, and watch features. The flexible TPU case protects against damage without camouflaging your watch’s good looks or adding bulk. Just snap it on and go. It comes in a two-pack for both 40mm and 44mm sizes.
Catalyst Waterproof Case
Engineered for adventure, Catalyst’s Waterproof Case for Apple Watch Series 4 is designed to protect your watch wherever you go and whatever you do. The case features 360-degree protection. It maintains full function IP68 waterproof protection at 330 feet (100m) and MIL-STD 810G drop protection up to 6.6 feet (2m). You get direct access to your touch screen even though it’s protected from water, dust, dirt, and snow. A raised bezel protects the screen from routine scratches and bumps. The case’s acoustic technology promotes crisp, clear audio. Not only is the case rugged, but it also comes with a comfortable hypoallergenic silicone band. The ECG functionality does not work with the waterproof case on. Similar cases for previous Apple Watch models are also available.
Sunkeyou TPU for Apple Watch
The Sunkeyou is a thin protective TPU bumper case for all generations of Apple Watch. Its curved edges offer full protection with a soft, durable, shockproof, and waterproof shield. It’s engineered with multiple plating processes to prevent the case from fading and provides easy access to all functional watch buttons and ports so you can charge your watch directly without having to remove the case. The cover is easy to install and remove. It comes in six colors to coordinate with your watch strap, or you can buy a four-pack with assorted colors.
Yushuang Apple Watch Case
If you go around banging your hands and arms into everything, your Apple Watch will appreciate the protection it gets from this bumper-style, shock-proof, black, TPU case. Its raised bezel shields the watch face and sports a simple, rugged but effective style and function. The sides sit a bit higher than the surface of the watch and precise cutouts ensure that the case does not interfere with any of the watch’s buttons or controls. You do not have to remove the case to charge the timepiece and there’s no need for a film or glass screen protector. It comes in both 40mm and 44mm sizes.
Spigen Rugged Armor Pro Apple Watch Case
This shock-resistant case protects your Apple Watch like it’s wearing a suit of armor. It features a matte black frame made from durable, flexible TPU with fashionable faux carbon fiber accents and a gunmetal clasp. While fitting snugly, the case has tactile buttons and precise cutouts for all watch functions. The 1.2mm border around the screen shields the watch face from contact with hard surfaces. It comes bundled with a flexible strap. A similar version of this case is also available for previous versions of the Apple Watch.
Smiling Black Case for Apple Watch
If you’re looking for an ultra-slim protective case for your Apple Watch, the Smiling Black Case is a good way to go. Available for both the 44mm and the 40mm models, the case is constructed with anti-scratch TPU and has a built-in screen protector. Precise cutouts let you access all watch functions, buttons, and ports while covering the front and curved edges of the watch to protect against scratches, drops, and bumps. The front cover measures 0.3mm and the case weighs 0.5 ounces so it adds practically no bulk. You won’t even know it’s there. If you own a Series 3 watch, you can buy this same case for it.
X-Doria Defense Bumper for Apple Watch
Your Apple Watch will be impervious to threats once it’s wrapped in the X-Doria Defense Bumper Apple Watch case and screen protector. Its metal frame is chip-resistant, and the tempered glass cover’s play-through design allows you to fully use your device while it’s protected in its case. It has a shock-absorbent rubber interior that holds your watch tightly and is available for Series 4 and some older Apple Watch models.
Supcase Unicorn Beetle Pro Rugged Protective Case for Apple Watch
If you’re a rugged outdoorsman, look no further than the Unicorn Beetle Pro—it’s ready to take on activities from rough mountain bike rides to sweltering runs. This case protects your Apple Watch incredibly well while keeping it completely functional, with all buttons easily reachable. Its raised bezel offers shock absorption and damage protection, and the snap-on design is simple to put on. The case has an anti-scratch, built-in watch band in multiple colors, and two-tones to finish the look.
Viqiv Bling Protective Face Bumper Case
There might be times when you want to dress up your Apple Watch a bit. For these occasions, the Viqiv transforms almost any Apple Watch model into a unique piece of jewelry. Its lightweight crystal rhinestone cover and extra sparkles around the watch face will ensure that you stand out and light up the night. The watch case is simple to put on—just clip it over your watch without even taking off the band. Vacuum plating gives color to the strong plastic frame to make a distinctive look for any event, and the cover is available in gold, rose gold, pink, black, and silver. Be aware that this case is not waterproof. It’s an excellent choice for customizing your watch’s appearance, but if you’re mainly after protection, you’ll want to consider some other models.


Introducing our exquisite column style Travertine Wax Melt and Oil Burner – a harmonious blend of elegance and functionality that will transform your space into a haven of soothing aromas and captivating aesthetics.
Crafted with precision and adorned with timeless allure, this burner is a masterpiece that seamlessly merges form and function. The column style design, carved from genuine travertine, exudes natural beauty, while the rich, earthy tones of the stone bring an element of rustic charm to any environment. Each piece showcases unique patterns, making every burner a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Accompanied by a luxurious gold bowl, this burner offers you two delightful ways to indulge your senses. Place your favorite scented wax melt into the gold bowl for a gentle diffusion of fragrance that envelops your space. Alternatively, use the bowl to infuse your surroundings with the therapeutic essence of essential oils – the warm flickering light enhances the ambiance as the oils release their soothing properties.
Our thoughtful design also includes a tea candle holder, plated in the same opulent gold finish. This holder provides stability and safety, allowing the tea candle to burn steadily as it warms your chosen wax melt or disperses the essential oils. The combination of travertine, gold, and candlelight creates a captivating tableau that radiates elegance and tranquility.
Whether you're seeking a moment of relaxation, aiming to invigorate your senses, or desiring to create an inviting atmosphere, the column style Travertine Wax Melt and Oil Burner is your ultimate companion. Elevate your self-care rituals, amplify the ambiance of your living spaces, and revel in the beauty of exquisite craftsmanship – all in one remarkable package.


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Since 2010 Glamora designs refined bespoke wallpaper and contemporary wall coverings made in Italy.
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About this Designer-Maker
Hannah Bedford’s jewellery designs explore texture and form using the traditional process of granulation. Working in precious metals, Hannah creates a range of women’s jewellery, from intricate necklaces to bespoke engagement and wedding rings.
If you would like to have a piece handmade for a special occasion please do get in touch. Hannah is happy to work with clients to create something special and exclusive.
Simply call her on 07971 897 271 to discuss your ideas or to arrange an appointment to visit her London studio.


A fun fire engine themed lampshade, with fire engines set on a mid blue background. The ideal lampshade for your little fire engine lover!
This is available in 3 diameter sizes and can be made to fit a ceiling pendant or a table/floor standing lamp.
20cm diameter, height 18cm
25cm diameter, height 20cm
30cm diameter, height 21cm
All diameter sizes will fit a standard bayonet cap (BC) fitting or Edison screw (E26 or E27) fitting
- Ceiling Pendant
- Table Lamp or Floor Standing Lamp
The lampshades are made using UV stable and flame retardant PVC, which has been tested and passed the glow wire test carried out by the Lighting Association.
This listing is for the lampshade only, any props or fixtures used in the photos are not included :)


We will get to hot wheels party ideas in a minute but lets us set our base and then build upon it. So let us get straight what are we talking about here.
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What are Hot Wheels?
In 1968, Mattel introduced Hot Wheels to the world. These now-iconic die-cast cars were designed to look and feel like premium sports cars, but be affordable enough for kids to collect. For over 50 years, Hot Wheels have been a favorite toy for kids of all ages.
Hot Wheels Birthday Party Ideas
If you’re looking for a birthday party theme that your little boy or girl will love, consider Hot Wheels! There are tons of great ideas out there for how to make this theme come to life. You can buy a Hot Wheels race track or create your own with some simple materials. If you create your own, be sure to include lots of twists and turns to make it more exciting! Decorate the party space with Hot Wheels posters, banners, and balloons. You can even hang the string from the ceiling to create a makeshift race track!
There are lots of great ideas for Hot Wheels cakes out there as well. You could make a cake that looks like a race track or simply decorate a traditional cake with Hot Wheels edible decorations. As Party Favors, fill goody bags with Hot Wheels cars, stickers, and tattoos. You could also include a mini race track for each child to take home. No matter how you choose to celebrate, your little one is sure to have a blast at their Hot Wheels birthday party! Keep reading this article for a detailed overview of everything you need to do!
Hot Wheels Party Invitation Ideas
Start your party planning by sending out some fun and festive invitations! You could make your own Hot Wheels invitations or buy pre-made ones. If you choose to make your own, you could use construction paper to create a race track design. Be sure to include all of the important party details on the invitations so that guests know what to expect. Make Hot Wheels Race Track Invitations by cutting out a race track shape from construction paper and write all of the party details in the middle. You could also include a picture of a Hot Wheels car on the invitation.
Make Hot Wheels Car Invitations by decorating a blank white card with a picture of a Hot Wheels car. Be sure to include all of the party details on the back of the card. You can also go for Hot Wheels Ticket Invitations by simply cutting out small-ticket shapes from construction paper and write all of the party information on them. You could also include a picture of a Hot Wheels car on the invitation. And last but not the least, you can easily arrange Hot Wheels Party Invitations by purchasing pre-made Hot Wheels invitations from a party supply store or online retailer. Once you’ve decided on the perfect invitation, it’s time to start planning the rest of the party!
Hot Wheel Party Decoration Ideas
Hot Wheels birthday parties are all about fun and excitement, so be sure to decorate the party space accordingly! Start by hanging up Hot Wheels posters. Tape up some exciting Hot Wheels posters around the party space to get guests pumped up for the festivities! Hang up some colorful Hot Wheels banners around the room or outside to let guests know where the party is. Decorate the room with plenty of Hot Wheel’s balloons in various colors. You could even hang them from the ceiling to create a makeshift race track!
Cover the party table with a festive Hot Wheels tablecloth. You could also use this tablecloth to make a race track around the room. Serve guests their food and drinks on Hot Wheels-themed plates and cups. Place stacks of Hot Wheels napkins around the room for guests to use throughout the party. Create some fun and festive Hot Wheels centerpieces for the party table. You could use Hot Wheels cars, toy track pieces, or balloons to create these centerpieces. These construction themed party ideas have some decoration suggestions with big wheels that are worth checking out.
Hot wheels themed birthday party ideas (Food & Drink)
No birthday party is complete without some delicious food and drinks! When planning the menu for your child’s Hot Wheels birthday party, be sure to include some of their favorite snacks and drinks. You could also set up a Hot Wheels themed snack table with all of the fixings for guests to make their race track-themed snacks. Some of the best options include:
- Race track sandwiches: Cut white bread into race track shapes and fill them with your child’s favorite sandwich filling.
- Checkered flag cake: Make or purchase a white or vanilla cake and decorate it with black and white icing to resemble a checkered flag.
- Hot Wheels pizzas: Order some small personal pizzas and place Hot Wheels cars on top of them.
- Hot Wheels cookies: Bake or purchase some sugar cookies and decorate them with icing and candy to resemble Hot Wheels cars.
- Race track fruit platter: Cut fruits and vegetables into race track shapes and arrange them on a platter.
- Traffic light cups: Fill clear plastic cups with green, yellow, and red fruit juices.
- Pit stop punch: Mix some lemonade, orange juice, and grenadine to create this refreshing punch.
- Caramel popcorn: Pop some popcorn and drizzle it with caramel sauce to resemble a race track.
- Race track chips and dip: Place a bowl of your child’s favorite chips in the center of a racetrack-shaped platter. Surround the bowl with dips, salsa, and other snacks.
- Hot Wheels cake pops Bake or purchase a cake and cut it into small balls. Dip the balls in melted candy and decorate them to look like Hot Wheels cars.
- Finally never miss out the Hot wheels themed birthday cake.
With these Hot wheels party food ideas, you can keep your menu fun and tasty as well.
Hot Wheels Backdrop Ideas
A Hot Wheels birthday party wouldn’t be complete without an awesome backdrop! We have given some suggestions to make a perfect backdrop for your party. Set up a Hot Wheels track as the backdrop for the party. You could also use this track to create a racecourse for guests to race their cars around.
Hang up a large Hot Wheels poster as the backdrop for the party. Display a Hot Wheels banner behind the party table or in another prominent location. Hang up a checkered flag behind the party table or in another prominent location. Set up a small race track as the backdrop for the party. Guests can race their cars around this track throughout the party. Set up a green screen and have guests take photos in front of it. You can then use editing software to superimpose guests’ faces onto Hot Wheels cars.
Decorate the party space with Hot Wheels wall decals. These decals are easy to apply and remove, and they’ll add a fun and festive touch to the party space. Create a balloon arch to frame the party space. You can use any color balloons, but we recommend using black and white balloons to resemble a checkered flag. Cover the party table with a Hot Wheels tablecloth. This is a great way to add some color and pattern to the party space.
Hot Wheels Party Games
Hot Wheels Party would never be complete without playing some games. You can play any Hot wheels game as choice is yours because of abundance of such games. For the sake of idea, you can play Race Car Rush, Track Builder, HydraRaycer or Street Hawk.
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Hot Wheels Party Ideas (Photography)
Make sure to take plenty of photos during the party! You can use these photos to create a photo album or scrapbook for your child. When taking photos of the guests, make sure to get close to the action. This will help you capture all of the excitement and energy of the party. If you’re taking photos inside, make sure to use a flash. This will help you avoid any blurry or dark photos. In addition to posed shots, make sure to take plenty of candid shots. These shots will capture the natural energy and excitement of the party.
After taking the photos, make sure to edit them to improve their quality. You can use editing software to crop, rotate, and filter your photos. Don’t forget to print out some of the best photos from the party! You can frame these photos and display them in your home. Be sure to share the best photos from the party with your child’s friends and family members. You can post the photos on social media, send them through email, or print them out and send them in the mail.
Hot Wheels Party Favor Ideas
Don’t forget to send guests home with some fun Hot Wheels party favors! Some of the best party favors include Hot Wheels cars, Race track, Car Wash, carrying case, coloring book, stickers, temporary car tattoos, party hats, noisemakers, and confetti. Your guests can take all of these party favors home with them and use them to decorate their own spaces.
Hot Wheels Party Ideas Wrap-Up
Summing it up, a Hot Wheels birthday party is a great way to celebrate your child’s birthday. There are many great Hot Wheels party ideas that you can use to make the party a success. If your kid is a fan of racing then you should check out these dirt bike party ideas too. Be sure to use these tips to help you plan and execute the perfect Hot Wheels birthday party for your child. Thanks for reading!
Let us know if you have some interesting Hot Wheels Party ideas of your own. Enjoy your party.


Chinese Art Collection
The use of lacquer for the construction or decoration of a variety of vessels, furniture and other utilitarian objects, such as boxes for cosmetics or food storage was already known in the early Chinese dynasties. This early phase was dominated by brown, red and black lacquers, which were usually painted or had an inlaid decoration. Red lacquer with carved decorations dominated during the Qing Dynasty, however, use of other colours continued.
Lacquer is a resin collected from the trunk of the rhus vernicifera, which grows mainly in southern India. This liquid, which has the ability to dry quickly even in a humid atmosphere, is cleaned and painted easily and waterproofs and protects the surface of the articles on which it is spread. The liquid lacquer is painted in successive layers onto a wooden, clay or fabric core in order to create the object that the artist is constructing. Often more than a hundred layers of lacquer are required to create an object in a basic colour. Frequently, though, different colours are used alternately, so that, with suitable engraving, a two-colour or multi-coloured surface is achieved.


This sleek and elegant transmitter/receiver set brings Sennheiser audio expertise and leading edge digital wireless technology to those wishing to improve their TV viewing with a personalized listening experience.
With three different hearing profiles to enhance TV, movies or music, to choose from. Plus a unique Speech Intelligibility feature that reduces TV background noise for added clarity.
Focus on the program, not on your device: The Flex 5000 does not only offer easy and intuitive handling. It also provides full compatibility with digital as well as analog TV outputs.
The Flex 5000 is a sleek and attractive transmitter/receiver set that makes a stylish yet subtle addition to every home entertainment system. The transmitter also serves as a smart docking station for the receiver that charges the durable integrated batteries.


Fashion is for everyone, yet most plus-sized individuals find it challenging to find clothes that tick all the right boxes: stylish, fit well, and are made of good quality material. Fashion designer and journalist Renee Cafaro is well aware of these gaps in the fashion industry, which is why she has committed to providing high-quality clothes for plus sizes 16–32. With RCA Public Label, Renee brings a ready-to-wear line that serves the style needs of curvy women.
RCA Public Label is the debut ready-to-wear brand under the Renee Cafaro Atelier umbrella. Clothes from this label are proudly New York City-made. Renee makes it along with her team of BIPOC New Yorkers. Aiming to be more sustainable in their practice and revitalize the garment industry, all materials are purchased locally. From materials, patterns, to production, every aspect of the garments is made in New York. Local artisans are also fairly compensated for their work.
In 2009, Renee Cafaro dreamed of a dress that was stylish, versatile, and sexy. While her thinner friends had a lot of options, she barely had anything that would fit the bill. Finally, after years on the backburner, Renee’s dream dress was brought to life.
The designer shared, “I call it the Convertible Dress because it truly does it all! The dress has an adjustable hemline and straps, which means you can wear the dress in 6 ways. It also has built-in support for DDD+ cups with the incorporated moisture-wicking flat-packing bra.”
The Convertible Dress is so versatile and unique that RCA Public Label has filed a patent for the dress. Renee explained, “I put a lot of thought into the functional details of the dress. There are pockets and a hidden segment so you can add length to the back of the skirt. I have received a lot of feedback from satisfied customers saying they love this dress’s fit and craftsmanship. They call it a game-changer, and I could not be happier that they love this dress as much as I do.”
The Convertible Dress is available in three different iterations at RCA Public Label. The Red Convertible Dress is for ladies who want to make a bold statement with their outfits. This is made specifically for DDD to H cups. Women looking for a more appropriate dress for the festive season can go for the Velvet Sequin Convertible Dress. Made with black stretch lightweight velvet and covered in sequins, this dress is perfect for parties all year round. Finally, the Missy Convertible Dress features the same designs but is for women with smaller curves.
Renee Cafaro is fighting for plus-size consumers to have better clothing options. With RCA Public Label, she hopes that plus-size women will start to invest more in high-quality and locally made wardrobe classics that will stay in style for years to come.
“Most of the clothes available on the market for plus-sized individuals seem to fall into the extremes of clubby, fast-fashion or frumpy,” Renee said, “And I want to provide women with an option that will make them feel sexy and classy.”
RCA Public Label is the ready-to-wear brand of plus-size clothing under Renee Cafaro Atelier. Their patent-pending Convertible Dress is available in several sizes. For more information, you can visit their official website or follow them on Instagram.


Dressage is a style of riding that develops and showcases a horse’s balance, obedience, and flexibility. Dressage saddles keep the rider neatly balanced and comfortably upright so they can focus on cuing their horse effectively. A well-fitted dressage saddle makes all the difference in dressage training!
Here are some ways in which dressage saddles are uniquely designed to support the rider:
- A deeper seat holds the rider in.
- Padded flaps and knee rolls keep the rider’s legs from shifting or moving forward.
- Longer flaps and stirrups give the rider more balance and poise.
Smith-Worthington Maxx Medium Dressage Saddle – Used
The Maxx line holds up nicely over time and will last for many years to come. Check out this gently used one that’s on sale for a fraction of its original price!
The Smith-Worthington Difference
If you’re in need of a beautiful and well-built dressage saddle, Smith-Worthington is a brand you can trust. They incorporate over 200 years of saddle making knowledge, along with some of the world’s finest materials in their saddles.
Here are some of the benefits of choosing a Smith-Worthington saddle:
- Gussetted panels with virgin wool flock stuffing so you can properly fit the saddle to your horse.
- “Fired” (pre-stretched) pure linen webbing ensures that the seat never sags – you’ll sit in a “hammock” of web and never hit the steel bars of the tree.
- Deeply recessed stirrup bars nearly eliminate stirrup leather bulge under the skirts.
- Made in England.


This interactive data visualization presents data from the tax exemption study. Interactive features let you drill down into charts and graphs for more details, and immediately see the data change.
The visualization has four tabs so you can look at exemptions by:
- Year of enactment
- Tax Type
- Type of Preference
- Category of taxpayers
Note: Data visualizations must be viewed in the Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari browsers.
Hover over the question mark in the upper right hand corner of the visualization for additional information about using charts as filters, and other filters provided.


Taking brands to the next level
As a brand design agency, we understand that the thinking behind a brand is just as important as the creative execution. Our recommendations for developing, refreshing or reinventing your brand will always be based on a sound strategy to help you achieve your business goals.
Once your brand goes live, we'll help you apply it consistently and protect its integrity with a comprehensive set of brand guidelines. Our creative team will then put the cogs into motion to produce whatever print, pixels, copy and code your business requires.
The power of good design
Whether we're designing for advertising, print or branding purposes, our starting-point is always the same: getting to know you, your brand, and what you want and need to achieve.
We've got you covered
We love digital, of course, but we still believe passionately in the power of print. Be it a brochure, leaflets, flyers or billboard poster campaign, we’ll handle every stage from initial sketches to finished product in-house. Because this matters as much to us as it does to you.
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Several people have remarked of late that they wish they had pockets in their robes. Pockets are an easy thing to add to robes – so here’s my guide to adding pockets, especially for people who don’t often sew.
- The easiest pocket
Cut a square of fabric (or a rectangle, depending on what size/shape pocket you want)
Fold over the edges and iron them down
When all the edges are ironed place it against the inside of your robe, wherever you’d like it to be, nice side out. (A good place for a pocket is on the lining beside the zipper where there are two layers of fabric. This means you won’t see any of your stitches from the outside of your robe.)
Pin it in place, and sew the pocket to the lining. You can use a simple running stitch for this. Be sure to leave the top seam unstitched! And voila, you have a pocket.
- A simple pocket if you have pocket holes
Some robes have openings in the seams that allow you to reach into the pocket of your pants. But not everyone wears pants with their robes, so if you’d like to make a pocket for these robes, you can do so like this:
Cut a piece of fabric that’s the width of the pocket opening, and twice as long. Flip over the ends and iron them flat. Fold the piece of fabric in half.
One side of the fabric will be a fold that doesn’t need stitching. The side opposite that will be your ironed edge. Ignore both those edges and sew the other two edges together with a running stitch. So in this photo, that’s the top and bottom of my square.
Pin the pocket you’ve made to the inside of the opening in your robes, like a little pouch. With a running stitch or over stitch, sew the ironed ends of the pocket to the pocket-hole of your robes. Voila, you have a pocket!
There are obviously much more advanced ways to do this – you can rip the seams on your robes and insert pockets; you can make pockets using a sewing machine; you can make differently sized and shaped pockets. But if you just need a little something to stow your keys and a granola bar, and your sewing skills are next to none, this is one you can go!


Passionate and internationally experienced architect, with a creative and intuitive ability to design. Having worked on large-scale projects in different countries, Barea has developed a broad architectural design background, as well as the talent to deliver projects with a sensitive and innovative approach.
- Qualified Architect. UEM.
- Qualified Architect. Polythecnic University of Milan.
- M.Sc. Engineering. ETSII.UPV.
WHO WE ARE
DESIGN is not what we do, Is how we LIVE
In 2012, Barea founds the practice, a group of talented and experienced architects committed to deliver design-led solutions that improve the quality of our lives and inspire other architects and generations.
“Every architectural concept is explored, tested and refined again and again driven by the desire to deliver buildings which are as functionally efficient as they are visually stunning”
THE SOUL OF YOUR PROJECT
The quality of our lives is directly affected by the quality of the spaces we live in. With the right questions, we capture the soul of the project as an inspiration to create spaces that are uniquely tailored to their context and the needs of the end user.
Creating not just an image, but a place.
FUNCTION & WELLBEING
by PEOPLE and for PEOPLE
Our philosophy is to design spaces that create a holistic experience out of your daily activities. Through a deep analysis of the function of the building and the needs of the end user, we provide different and flexible solutions that will change the way we work, enjoy and live. Solutions where wellbeing meets architecture.
Buildings by people and for people.
SIMPLICITY meets EMOTION
Emotion, lightness and formal purity, are the starting point to generate spaces with an aura of delicacy and sophistication.
Spaces, that go through a process of aesthetic and constructive simplification, which culminates when not only there is nothing else to add, but nothing left to take away.
“The perfect aesthetic is not the one that arises from the architect’s taste, but the one inspired by the emotion that the space must convey”
HOW WE DO IT
ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN + BIM solutions
The use of BIM methodology optimizes the technical documentation process, guaranteeing flexibility to changes in the design, as well as a perfect coordination with other disciplines as MEP services or Structural design. The generation of a 3d parametric model that evolves in parallel along the entire design process enables real time control of the elements included in the project.
We guarantee a perfect understandig of the building regardless of its complexity. The client has the possibility to comment on the design when exploring the building on their computer or mobile device, ensuring effective and interactive communication, an integral part of our philosophy.


Visualizing how one sample tile will look throughout an entire room can be a challenge, but Houzz is here to help with the latest update to our View in My Room 3D tool! Today, we introduced a new augmented reality (AR) feature that enables shoppers to virtually cover their floor with tile, true-to-scale. Shoppers can see what their homes would look like with new flooring, find out how much tile is needed to cover the space, and order an appropriate amount of material all within the Houzz app.
To use the feature, simply tap the View in My Room 3D button on a product page for any 3D-enabled tile product, launching the iPhone, iPad or Android camera.
Scan the floor and point the device to each corner of the room to set the perimeter. The tool will populate the floor with tile in 3D on the screen and estimate the amount needed for the project. Products can be directly added to the shopping cart for easy checkout. Shoppers can also capture what’s on their screen and save the photo to a Houzz ideabook, where it can be shared with family, a home professional or other collaborators.
Houzz’s 3D product catalogue has more than one million home furniture, decor and remodeling products for every style and budget — from sofas to bathroom vanities.
You can read more about how to use Houzz’s View in My Room 3D tool here. The Houzz app is available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad here and for Android devices here.


Melanie Kaplan brings both leadership and imagination to her position as chief creative officer at Hanover Direct Inc., a direct marketing services company headquartered in Weehawken, N.J. An expert in merchandising and trends, Ms. Kaplan plays a central role in the company’s overall product creation and design. Supervising the early stages of development, she works closely with merchants and brands.
Ms. Kaplan has more than 25 years of experience in the design and textile industries. Prior to joining the creative team at Hanover Direct in 2008, she served as senior vice president of design for Dan River Inc., a textile manufacturing company.
Ms. Kaplan earned a degree in textile design and the science of fabric from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. She also has a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from the State University of New York at Oneonta. She is active in her professional community through her affiliation with the Interior Furnishings and Design Association.
In her free time, Ms. Kaplan enjoys going to museums, antiquing and relaxing at the beach. As someone who believes in giving back to the community, she volunteers at a local research hospital.


MoYou-London Stamping Nail Art Image Plate: Rockstar 04
The rock star chic vibe is one of the hippest fashion things going. It speaks volumes!! Let your nails do a bit of rock and roll talking.
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
- MoYou-London Rockstar 04 includes 12 different designs each measuring 1.5 x 2cm.
- The stainless steel plate measures 6.5 x 12.5cm and have a vinyl backing for increased ease of use.
- Each plate comes in its own branded protective sleeve.
- The designs are engraved on to the image plate and covered with a protective film which needs to be removed before use.
- To use a MoYou-London image plate you need to apply nail varnish to the image, scrape the excess off and pick up the image with a stamp before applying it to the nail.
- This item is the image plate only.


Contact: Kelly DeVine
Address: One Commerce Square
40 South Main Street, Suite 2300
Memphis, TN 38103
Phone: (702) 612-7187
HBG Design delivers award-winning architecture and interior design experiences to the casino resort industry from ofﬁces in Memphis, TN, San Diego, CA and Dallas, TX. Our team of 100 professionals are proud to have partnered with over 45 Sovereign Nations to design distinctive casinos, hotels and casino resort developments.


With its intuitive controls and customizable settings, the G9II offers a seamless shooting experience that puts you in full control of your creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic beginner, the G9II provides you with the tools you need to capture stunning images that stand out from the crowd.
Elevate your photography to new heights with the Panasonic LUMIX G9II. With its unmatched performance, mobility, and versatility, the G9II empowers you to push the boundaries of your creativity and capture moments that truly resonate.
Unleash your creative potential with the Panasonic LUMIX G9II Micro Four Thirds Camera. As the flagship model of the G Series, this camera combines a 25.2MP sensor with Phase Hybrid AF for unparalleled image quality and autofocus accuracy. Whether you’re capturing fast-moving subjects or intricate details, the G9II ensures sharp, clear, and vibrant images every time.
Experience exceptional stability and smoothness with powerful image stabilization technology, allowing you to shoot handheld with confidence even in challenging conditions. The high-speed performance of the G9II enables you to capture every moment with precision, ensuring that you never miss a shot.
Designed for mobility and versatility, the G9II is the perfect companion for photographers on the go. Its lightweight and compact design make it easy to carry with you wherever your adventures take you, while its robust construction ensures durability and reliability in any environment.


Whatever your style for your living room or family room, The Bells Ethan Allen has you covered—with formal, traditional sofas and loveseats, casual side chairs and sectionals for your family room, or contemporary living room sets that invite casual entertaining.
What’s your dining style? Is it traditional? Midcentury or transitional? Modern? We have so many dining tables to choose from at The Bells Ethan Allen, with as many different pedestals, feet, and finishes.
Design your private hideaway with bedroom furniture from Bell’s Ethan Allen. You’ll find headboards, dressers and armoires, and nightstands for a glamorous boudoir look or more rustic styles for the beach house or home in the country.


Onyx Plunge Neck Top
Ladies, get ready to feel fabulous in our Onyx Plunge Neck Top! This stunning piece will make a bold statement while channeling your inner vixen.
The plunging neckline is absolutely captivating, adding a touch of allure and sophistication to your look. With a ruched midsection that beautifully accentuates your curves, you'll feel like a goddess in this figure-flattering top.
The semi-sheer long sleeves and back exude elegance, allowing you to show just the right amount of skin. This top is a true wardrobe chameleon - dress it up or dress it down.
Designed with stretch at the midsection, it offers the perfect combination of comfort and versatility. Step out with confidence and radiate beauty from within. It's time to unleash your inner queen!
Model is 5'4"
Wearing a medium
Fits true to size with stretch at mid-section. If you need more room in the bust area, size up.


The purpose of this project is to determine the feasibility, cost effectiveness, market barriers, customer needs, and savings potential for direct current (DC), or hybrid DC-AC systems, to power zero net energy (ZNE) residences and commercial buildings, subdivisions, and communities. Particular focus will be on residential and light commercial building applications.
Various aspects of DC electrical systems have been studied. These analyses suggest that multiple benefits could be achieved from using DC:
- Easier and more-efficient integration with renewable sources and electric vehicles
- Improved efficiency and control of motors, appliances, electronics, and other technologies
- Improved reliability at a lower capital cost
- Elimination of AC power quality problems
- Easier integration of electricity storage (batteries, capacitors)
- A unique opportunity for worldwide interoperability, voltage, and connector standards
For ZNE buildings, the use of DC power has the potential to reduce the amount of on-site generation necessary, facilitate the use of energy storage, and more easily tie to electric vehicles, while saving energy lost in power conversions.
This collaborative project will significantly expand knowledge for the various applications of DC power, focusing on new residential construction and residential subdivisions, as well as retrofits of residential and commercial buildings, including design of AC-DC hybrid systems.
The project will be organized in two phases:
- The first phase will interview stakeholders and analyze available state, national, and international information on DC power in buildings and microgrid applications. The project team will interview customers and conduct a workshop with stakeholders, including end-users, designers, builders, industry, and utilities to understand industry and customer choices, barriers, and codes, and policy needs for DC systems. A summary report from the first phase of the project will provide a comprehensive collection of public data and analysis of existing DC buildings, subdivisions, communities, and other applications. It will also identify appropriate end-use applications for DC power, barriers to adoption of DC power, codes and standards issues, and an assessment of customer, builder, and utility acceptance of DC systems.
- The second phase will use the information from the first phase to optimize the design and evaluate the costs, benefits, or drawbacks of DC and AC-DC hybrid systems for residential and commercial zero net energy buildings, both for new construction and retrofit. The project team will develop design templates for DC or AC-DC hybrid systems, and analyze the relative efficiencies using manufacturer’s published efficiency data and/or limited lab evaluations. Savings and costs for key end use applications for DC power (e.g., motors, adjustable-speed drives, lighting, electronics, and plug loads) will be estimated. The team will then develop case studies describing other demonstration results. The project findings will summarize the technical and economic feasibility, barriers, market acceptance, reliability, and operational advantages for DC and AC-DC hybrid systems for buildings, subdivisions, and communities.


New collections from LSA International
As someone who has in the past, both worked as an event florist and dabbled in buying and selling mid-century glass I have a lot of vases. I've long been an admirer of LSA International's beautiful glassware and have several of their pieces in my vase collection at home, so I'm delighted to welcome them as a new sponsor here at Design Hunter and wanted to share some of the newest additions to their collection with you.
Still a privately owned UK company, LSA International was founded some 40 years ago by the Lubkowski and Saunders families, who still own it today. For the past 20 years it has been steered under the creative directorship of Monika Lubkowska-Jones, daughter of co-founder Janusz Lubkowski.
Monika designs all of the pieces produced by LSA International, (and they currently launch around 250 new designs each year), which gives the range a consistency, coherence and sense of continuity.
Lotta range - LSA International
I particularly like the Lotta collection, one of LSA International's best selling ranges, which combines the warmth of wood with simple clean lines. They have just launched a number of new colourways and additional pieces, including an elegant decanter set and vases that double as lanterns. Each piece has an untreated ash base with a soft undulating grain that is perfect for a modern rustic look.
Organza range - LSA International
Also new for AW2013 is the Organza collection, inspired by the fabric it takes its name from. Like almost all of the company's glassware each piece is individually mouth blown and hand finished by skilled artisans. A diamond wheel is used to add texture through the creation of a strata of decorative cuts that replicate the creases and pleats of fabric or the chiselling of wood.


Modest. PopUp. Revolution
Welcome To Runway Sunday
Runway Sunday is a multi-brand Pop-Up retailer.
While most designers have an on-line presence, a Pop-Up store allows the customer to touch and experience the product they would usually only see on-line. It is a sensory experience. Shopping in itself is therapeutic and customers should not necessarily be left feeling traumatised having seen everything and nothing that big retailers and over- crowded markets have to offer.
Enter Runway Sunday. We created this platform with both the designer and customer in mind. We promote opportunities for emerging, established contemporary-modest designers, slow fashion or artisanal brands and artist to engage their customers in creative Pop-Up environments across the country.
We carefully curate the brands that exhibit in our Pop-Up stores to ensure our customers receive a quality product that is trendy yet affordable. Our Pop-Ups usually last anything from 3 hours to 3 months, dependent on location and demand.
Pop-Up store have become the new normal in retail and we look forward to seeing you on our Runway.
It started when,
I grew up around the din of sewing machines, my grandfather was a well-known tailor, my grandmother was a seamstress and my mom was a sample hand in a design room. I had an early penchant for beautiful fabrics and outlandish styles and 90% of what I wore (then and now) was made by my mom. I never grew tired of designing and my mom never grew tired of making it. I loved everything about it. Unfortunately, it was not a career I could pursue at the time unless I wanted to start as a garment cleaner in a clothing factory. I wanted to work in an office, somewhere in the City, wearing nice clothes.
Your dreams have a way of surfacing while you’re busy doing other things, and so many kids and career moves later, I decided to take what I love (fashion) with what I know (business) and create a platform to showcase some of the new and aspiring design talent around Cape Town and the world.
I hope you will enjoy this journey with me as we take-off and explore what is out there in the world of fashion, the people behind the brands, fashion events, and fashion dreams never too late to be realised.
-Faiza Moosa (Founder of Runway Sunday & Cape Town Modest Fashion Week)


The SMA connector, a widely recognized component in the realm of RF connectors, is prized for its reliability and versatility. It serves as a crucial link between devices in a variety of applications, ranging from telecommunications to aerospace. Understanding the diverse mounting methods available for SMA connectors is essential for optimizing their use within different contexts. Let’s delve into the various mounting options: cable connection, PCB mount, and panel mount.
Connecting SMA connectors to cables can be accomplished through soldering or compression methods. Soldering involves establishing a connection between the connector’s contact and the center conductor of the cable using a soldering process. On the other hand, the compression method involves not only soldering the connector contact to the center conductor but also applying compression to firmly secure the cable within the connector. Compression is particularly efficient, making it a preferred choice for flexible cables. Conversely, soldering is typically employed with semi-flexible cables due to their design and characteristics.
Integrating SMA connectors into printed circuit boards (PCBs) offers two primary mounting options: through-hole and surface-mount technology (SMT). These connectors are often equipped with gold or tin plating to facilitate the soldering process. Through-hole mounting entails inserting the connector’s leads through holes in the PCB and soldering them on the opposite side, ensuring a robust connection. Alternatively, surface-mount SMA connectors are directly affixed to the PCB’s surface using solder paste and reflow soldering techniques. This approach supports more efficient manufacturing processes and accommodates smaller form factors.
Panel mount SMA connectors play a pivotal role in bridging external and internal components within devices. They are strategically mounted on panel boxes to facilitate connections that transcend device boundaries. Two common approaches for panel mounting include utilizing a flange mechanism secured with screws and employing threads and nuts to firmly fasten the connector to the panel. These connectors are often designed with waterproofing features, safeguarding the connection against environmental factors.
Having explored the intricate details of the three primary SMA connector mounting methods—cable connection, PCB mount, and panel mount—it becomes remarkably evident that the versatility of SMA connectors goes beyond just internal configurations. The choice of an appropriate mounting technique empowers engineers and designers to precisely tailor their use of SMA connectors, seamlessly aligning them with the specific requirements of each unique project. This intentional approach ensures not only the achievement of optimal performance but also the establishment of an unswerving foundation of reliability.
Should you require further clarification or have additional inquiries about SMA connectors and their applications, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. For a comprehensive overview of our SMA connector offerings, please visit our website: SMA Connector Display. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to address your connectivity needs and nurture productive collaborations.


Undyed Linen Tee
Organic linen jersey tee with a beautiful subtle sheen. A timeless basic, for true slow fashion.
Made with GOTS certified undyed organic linen fabric, and organic cotton thread and labels. No harmful chemical whiteners, optical brighteners or industrial fabric softeners. Free of petroleum. Good for you and the Earth.
Ethically designed and manufactured in Los Angeles.
Click the Our Dyes, Ethics and Environment tabs below to learn more.
A relief for sensitive skin, this shirt is truly all natural.
Made with undyed, organic linen fabric and organic cotton thread, this shirt has none of the industry-standard harmful petroleum-based dyes, optical brighteners and whiteners of conventional clothing.
Ethically made all the way through.
From start to finish, every company involved in Sustain's supply chain provides fair wages and safe working conditions.
Made with GOTS certified organic linen fabric and cotton thread - the highest standard in organic. Every single step of in the creation of this shirt, from the growing of the linen and cotton, to making the shirt, is ecofriendly.
In addition, this shirt is undyed. No dyes equals no runoff and no water used for dyeing.
The model is 5'4" and wearing a size small. A small is 25.5" long and 34.5" at the bust unstretched.
Care Instructions: Machine wash on gentle cycle using a mild detergent and without fabric softeners. To keep natural linen jersey shirts looking their best, hang dry or tumble dry on low until damp and then lay flat to dry.


Yanna Navy White Heart from Masumi Champions range is one of our favourite and best selling styles. A clever combination of both hat and scarf which can be styled in six separate yet equally chic ways. So, whether you need an easy-to-wear everyday piece to go out for shopping or class or an elegant scarf for a night at the opera, or a knockout hat for a dinner with friends or a great night out, we are sure to have a solution to help you rediscover the former stylish, confident you.
Masumi Headwear is delighted to introduce its exclusive Champions collection. Every item in this trendy new headwear collection is lovingly made from the softest cotton and most natural organic materials such as our bamboo fabrics, with no interior stitching that might irritate sensitive skin. We feel passionately that losing your hair needn’t mean losing your sense of style.
From our stylish hats styled with our scarves and headband through to our unisex beanie hats, this collection has been created specifically for those young people living with hair loss, in mind and consists of a range of fun, young, stylish designs that will make you look and feel fabulous!
Colour: Navy White Heart


I. Setting Up FLIP First things first. Set your desktop to Technical Windows > Desktop > Technical A. Creating a Water Tank Navigate to the Particle Fluid tab in the upper right hand corner of your screen. Left click on the FLIP Tank Solver [Fig. 1] Houdini will ask you to place it. Just go ahead and place it anywhere and then in the parameters window reset the center parameters to 0,0,0. Go up one level in the node window to the obj level and drop into the AutoDopNetwork node by double clicking on it. Make sure the fliptank node is selected. In the second half of the parameter window click on the Guides tab. Once that is select click on the Particles tab below it. [Fig. 2] Change the Visualization parameter to Particles. Now take a look at the Particle Separation parameter in the properties tab. This number determines the spacing in between the particles. For a more impressive simulation choose a lower number. The lower the number the greater the amount of particles, so the sim will be a higher resolution. Right now we want to develop the look of the effect so I suggest a higher number. This means fewer particles and much faster sim times. Don't worry once we get the look, speed and motion down I'll show you my settings for a higher resolution sim that will get you a beautiful result by the end of this chapter. Quick Note: Particle Separation Higher Number = Less Particles = Lower Resolution = Faster Sims [Use for look development] Lower Number = More Particles = Higher Resolution = Slower Sims [Use later for final output] For now set the value to 2. Go back to the obj level of the node window. Drill into the fluidtank_initial node by double clicking on it. In this node we can change the size of the fluid container to cover the area and size we need for our objects to move through. Go ahead and change the Size parameters to 150, 5, 150 This should give us some nice coverage. Now follow with me This might seem a little strange but right-click and copy the Size: Y parameter (Copy Parameter) Right click on the Center: Y parameter and select Paste Copied Relative Reference and then add /2 to the expression. In the end the box should look like this: ch("sizey")/2 [Fig. 3] Now change the Size parameter to 85. Notice how our center now stays in the actual center of the fluid volume. Now change the Water Level Parameter to 15. This value tell us how deep the fluid will be in the fluid container. So right now we have an 85 unit high tank with water filled up to 15 units. So this is a pretty big tank filled with a fairly large volume of liquid. We want to make this scale as close to life sized as possible. In Houdini the simulations are extremely accurate so the closer we get to a real world scale the more real world life like the water will appear to be in our final renders. B. Set-up a Collision Object To see how large the scale of our water tank is let's add a default sphere to the scene. Now go back to the obj level of the node window. Hit [Tab] and type: Sphere to drop a sphere into the scene. Pretty small isn't it. Let's scale up the sphere by 10. Double click on the Sphere node to drill into it. Set the Radius parameter of the sphere to 10, 10, 10. Change the Primitive type to Polygon Mesh Set both the Rows and Columns parameters to 20. Hit [Tab] and type: transform to drop a transform node into the scene below the sphere1 node. We are still inside the Sphere geometry object. Connect the Sphere1 output to the input on the transform1 node. Let's translate the sphere down to about -30 in the Y-axis. Let's also scale the sphere in the X-axis by 2, the Y-axis by 0.5, and Z-axis by 5. [Fig. 4] So now we have a nice flat object we can use to collide with the water in the tank. So let's get to it and see some magic. C. Colliding with a Dynamic Object Go back to the obj level of the node panel. Make sure you have the sphere Geo selected. Navigate to the Rigid Bodies tab and click on the RBD Object button. [Fig. 5] Double click on the AutoDopNetwork node to drill inside. We see that Houdini has created some nodes for us. It is calling the sphere object, telling the sphere object to be processed, and feeding this knowledge into the rigidbodysolver. [Fig. 6] You can hit play if you want on the timeline and it's not very exciting so far. Right now the sphere begins to fall with gravity. At least we know the rigidbodysolver is doing its job. Select the sphere node seen in [Fig. 6] and give it some velocity in the Y-Axis. I'm going to give it a velocity of 30. Feel free to play with the values. Hit play on the timeline and see the results. We get a nice looking effect here when the object comes out of the water. It's even pretty cool to look at when the object falls back down into the tank and creates a secondary splash. However maybe this is not the effect we are looking for and may want to have more control over the object and the sim. D. Colliding with a Static Object Let's revert back to our previous setup before we introduced a rigid body solver. In the AutoDopNetwork go ahead and delete the three nodes seen in [Fig. 6] The sphere, the merge, and the rigidbodysolver. Go back up to the top level obj window and double-click on the sphere object to drill inside. Go ahead and delete the rest1 and dopimport1 nodes. This will revert us back to where we were before we added the rigidbodysolver. Hit [Tab] and type: transform to drop a transform node into our sphere object. Connect the output of the previous transform to the input in the new one. Rename the first transform to Initial_State to remind us of its purpose; to provide the scaling and translation we needed to get the object into its initial state prior to animation. Rename the new second transform to Animation_Transform so we remember this node controls the animation of the object. Make sure your animation slider is set back to frame 1. Now hold down [Alt] and left-click on the Y-Axis box in the Translate parameter. This will add a keyframe. As a little side not if you want to remove this keyframe hold down [Ctrl] and left-click to remove it. Go to frame 100 and set the Y-Axis to 100 and set a key frame. Hit play on the timeline and you can see we have a simple animation on our sphere, but nothing is colliding. Let's fix that. Go back to the obj level of the Node window. Select the sphere geo object. Now instead of clicking on the RBD Object in the Rigid Bodies tab, click on the Static Object button instead. [Fig. 7] Drill into the AutoDopNetwork and notice the three nodes this function created for us. Just like with the RBD Object. Except this time we see the staticsolver. If we press play now we still do not see any fluid simulation. Take a look down in the parameters of our sphere in the AutoDopNetwork [Fig. 7] Check the box next to the Use Deforming Geometry so this attribute is On. It was broken before because the solver was simulating from what was essentially a non-moving piece of geometry. The solver could only 'see' the sphere. By turning Use Deforming Geometry on the solver will now check the geometry and all of its deformations every frame and call that information back to the solver. Now run the simulation again by pressing play. We have a nice splash. We do have a problem with this new method however. The particles aren't inheriting any of the velocity of the object. The particles are not really sticking to the sphere, and it doesn't look like there is very much friction. The splash is there, but doesn't look very realistic. It can look nicer so let's see what we can do to improve the simulation. Select the fliptank node in the AutoDopNetwork and change the Particle Separation parameter to a value of 1.5. This is one of the first parameters we set at the very beginning of the tutorial in section A. This is a little weird so follow with me and I'll post a picture of the attribute. [Fig. 9] Select the flipsolver node in the AutoDopNetwork. In the parameters window select the Volume Motion tab. This will reveal more tabs below in the secondary row of tabs select the Collisions tab. This tab will have an attribute called Stick on Collision. Check this box On. This parameter, if we hover over it, causes the fluid's velocity to match the collision velocity of the collision objects in proximity to it. Set the Stick Scale to .5. Set the Normal Scale to 3. The normal scale is telling the flipsolver is try to match the direction and velocity of the normal while sticking to the object. Change the Velocity Type to Point. At the top row of the parameter tabs select the Particle Motion tab. Then in the secondary row of tabs select the Reseeding tab. Uncheck the Reseed Particles parameter.
When this box is checked the solver will create more particles in the sim where it sees a scarcity of particles. This is usually used to avoid pockets of air and to provide a smoother surface.


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Harald B. Thor
Harald B. Thor studied set and costume design at the Mozarteum in his home town of Salzburg, completing his studies there in 1982. In 1984, after an initial engagement at the Coburg Landestheater, he joined the Bavarian State Opera in Munich and two years later became its head of design. In 1999, after working with August Everding on the world premiere of Rolf Hochhuth’s Effis Nacht, he was appointed head of design and lecturer in stage design at Everding’s Bavarian Theatre Academy. In addition to his many set designs for Munich’s Prinzregententheater, he has also created the designs for theatres in Berlin, Mannheim, Vienna, Basel, Zurich, Moscow and Seoul.
Harald B. Thor has worked as a freelance designer since 2001. In the spoken theatre most of his set and costume designs have been for productions directed by Andreas Kriegenburg. Their work has been seen at the Deutsches Theater in Berlin, the Thalia Theatre in Hamburg, the Frankfurt Schauspiel, the Hanover Schauspiel, the Munich Akademietheater and Residenztheater, the Zurich Schauspielhaus and the Vienna Burgtheater, where his set designs for Gorky’s Vassa Zheleznova earned him the coveted Nestroy Theatre Prize in 2016.
Much of Harald B. Thor’s work is focused on music theatre, in which capacity he has designed the sets for productions by many distinguished directors in Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, Dresden, Frankfurt, Paris, Seoul and Tokyo as well as the Salzburg Festival, where he made his debut with Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District in 2017. This is his Salzburg Whitsun Festival debut. For the Bavarian State Opera he has designed the sets for Die Soldaten, which won the prestigious Faust Theatre Award in 2014, for Wozzeck (2008, a coproduction with the New National Theatre in Tokyo), for the Ring (2012) and, most recently, for the English-language premiere of Hans Abrahamsen’s The Snow Queen in 2019.
In 2009 he designed the sets for the Cuban premiere of Die Zauberflöte at the Gran Teatro in Havana and together with the well-known Cuban sculptor Kcho designed the sets for Der fliegende Holländer at the Teatro Nacional de Cuba.
In the field of musicals he works principally with Stefan Huber. Harald B. Thor is also scenic art supervisor for Walt Disney Productions and as an architect has designed a number of concert halls and exhibitions.


I looked out of the van window and had this deja-vu feeling. I saw the wall sections spread across the Malta country-side as if it were a giant patchwork quilt – made of stone. I had seen these walls before, in another country but as long and hard as I stared at the walls and tried to remember where – the answer did not come. I wondered how long it took to build these walls of rubble. Patience and limestone, those are the ingredients to rubble walls, there’s nothing holding them together but the skillful stacking and weight of themselves. This was yet another architectural wonder of Malta.
Unlike the unclear origins of the Maltese balconies, the stone walls were most definitely started by Arabic influence and they serve multiple purposes. They were used to section off land ownership. Often when a father passed he had to split up his land between his many children (most families had more than 10 kids), the walls sectioned off the land. In addition the walls were used for farming; specifically to avoid erosion. Water and wind is able to pass through but the walls trap the soil and prevents it from being carried away from the fields.
These walls may look simple, but trust me – they aren’t. Typically it takes great skill to build these dry stone walls; stones are carefully placed in double walled design, and filled in the middle with rubble. It mainly consists of erecting structures by using only gravity and friction as binding agents and the technique is thousands of years old.
One wouldn’t think that walls would be a staple of a country, but in Malta they are. Putting the architecture and agriculture aside, they are beautiful structures that are mesmerizing; they are works of art standing alone in the countryside. They add to the unique Maltese landscape; who says that rubble can’t be beautiful.
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