In April of 2013, 1,200 factory workers in Bangladesh died when a clothing factory caught fire. It seems that the building hadn't passed safety exams, but remained open to meet work flow needs. This disaster has once again brought up the unhealthy and potentially harmful conditions that workers in countries like India,… read more

The position of a textile designer is an interesting hybrid between artist, fashion designer and artisan. In essence, a textile designer works to create a 2D design that can be used, most likely as a repeated pattern in a design to produce knits, woven fabric, printed fabric or other textile products. A textile designe… read more

New Mexico, also called 'The Land of Enchantment,' is a Southwestern state that offers a unique climate and ambient for visitors. The summers are wickedly hot and winters can be harsh in the state's Northern tier. New Mexico is rich in archeology, with ruins from ancient indigenous communities scattered everywhere. The… read more

Ever since the recession hit and the job market has been at a depressing low, people who have been unemployed and looking for jobs have become desperate in their search for employment. Especially for people who have been without work for a while and have just recently reentered the work force, it can be easy to be take… read more

One of the most important consumer electronics of the past few years is LED lighting. LED stands for Light-emitting diode. What makes LED a stand out product is its phenomenal energy efficiency, long life span, little maintenance, and zero hazardous materials. LED lights also produce illumination that is both visually … read more