Nobel Textile

Tips to select the perfect upholstery fabric.

So many people ask about fabric suitability for upholstery I thought I'd put some thoughts to consider.<br>Pets? Don't use fabric with a nap (velvet, some suedes). Pet hair will be caught in the nap.<br>Don't use fabric with exposed thread, embroideries, some textured wovens. If you can grab the ...

Why Are Flannel Sheets Warmer Than Others?

Why are flannel sheets so much warmer than others?—Neil Joiner, Vienna, GeorgiaFlannel is a material made from loosely spun (twisted) yarn, whether the yarn itself is wool, cotton, synthetic or a mix of fibers. Because the yarn is looser, flannel fabrics have lots of tiny air pockets. These air pockets are insulating, so your body [...]

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Can I paint upholstery fabric with regular paint or ?

Image via FlickrWouldn't it be nice if you could paint upholstery to match or compliment the paint you just put on your walls? Well it just may be possibl

Where to buy discounted upholstery fabric?

Recently purchased an upholstered accent chair from a local furniture store. I want to make a slipcover for an ottoman to match the chair and while I can purchase the fabric from the furniture store for $58/yard I was wondering if there was an online source where I might purchase the fabric cheaper?...

Inexpensive, cat proof, upholstery fabric?

Vinyl Auto Upholstery Fabric: What You Need to Know

Auto vinyl upholstery like our Arctic line is a tough seating vinyl that is meant for cold weather. This is what makes vinyl such a great fabric to use: it can withstand the cold, heat, and basically weather that would make other textiles crack<br>In fact, auto vinyl is meant to be durable and easy to clean. Vinyl can also be combined with other textiles like polyester to create an even stronger fabric. In cars, vinyl is great for upholstery, especially in restoration…

Upholstery Fabric Guide

The fabric of an upholstered piece is the most visible sign of quality and style. Upholstery fabric also is the part most likely to show wear and soil. When choosing upholstery, you should be aware of its durability, cleanability, and resistance to soil and fading.

Why Vera Rubin Deserved a Nobel

And why, despite discovering dark matter, she didn’t win one.

What is Milling?

Learn about the milling process for wheat, corn, and oats. How is flour made?

Covering the Nobels—is it worth the bother?

We're contemplating the attention we give to science's biggest prizes.

How It Happened by DiAnn Mills

I’d given up on my dream of ever publishing a book. I’d swallowed the lie that I didn’t have what it took to join the ranks of published writers. Although my writing ended up in…

The Complete Guide to Plunge Milling and Roughing

I call plunge milling a “secret weapon” because it can really save your bacon in some situations. It is designed to take advantage of two important properties ...

How Does a Hammer Mill Work?

The basic principles of particle size reduction. Presentation includes a comparison of gravity and pneumatic discharge hammer mills, how finished particle size…

How to stay out of the office gossip mill

Office gossip can be fun and make you feel included, but there are healthier ways to bond with your coworkers.

How to Make Nobel Ice Cream, the World's Smartest Dessert

You may not be a prize winner, but you can eat like one.

What is a Christian Novel by DiAnn Mills |

I’m often asked how a Christian novel is different from general market novel, and my response is always the same. Novels are about strong characters who have a problem to solve. It’s all about character. But there’s more. A Christian novel is a story in which one or more of the characters solve their problems […]

Simple Mills on how to bake sustainability into food design

By thinking about ingredient sustainability at the start, the food company has been able to create products using ingredients with regenerative agriculture benefits.

How to be okay

Diana Archer Mills provides expert advice on managing a busy lifestyle and overcoming exhaustion without breaking out the bad habits. Learn more.