It was once common to see buttons on all of our electronics. But in the early 2000’s, Steve Jobs popularized touch screens. Since then, everything from cars to sewing machines have included screens. Touchscreens give devices a sleek look and are cheaper to manufacture than buttons. However, they also force users to take their eyes […]
The USA is repeating sewing machine history with its recent dock worker strike. Long ago, tailors burned down a shop containing the first sewing machines. They did so because they were afraid the emerging technology would take away their jobs. USA dockworkers fear automation will take away their jobs. So, they went on strike causing […]
Very few consider the affects of fabric on our health. But, fabric is indeed very important! Chemicals and harmful agents can be absorbed thru the skin, which is the largest organ in the human body. For this reason, the fabrics we wear are very important. In current times, much of the fabric available is polyester. […]
Due to social stigmas, people often wonder if men can sew and craft too. Once, I was asked if it would be appropriate for a boy to be gifted with a sewing machine. My response was of course, “why not?” because sewing isn’t just for girls. One week later, I found a story on about […]
Tatyana Ali is an actor famous for her role on Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Recently, she created…