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When it comes to home interiors and soft furnishings there really is a vast range of curtain and upholstery fabrics to choose from, all with varying attributes for certain applications. To ensure you start your project off with the right foundations, you need to be selecting a fabric that is most … View moreWhen it comes to home interiors and soft furnishings there really is a vast range of curtain and upholstery fabrics to choose from, all with varying attributes for certain applications. To ensure you start your project off with the right foundations, you need to be selecting a fabric that is most suited to its purpose.
There are various textile constructions/qualities that fall within five fabric “types” we describe in an earlier article. In this two-part article we will discuss the most commonly manufactured constructions that you see in the market today.
DAMASK: Damasks are traditional jacquard fabrics, which were originally woven in a single colour, where the design and ground are in contrasting weaves, (generally using warp-faced and weft-faced satin weaves).
CHINTZ: Chintz is a closely woven plain fabric, traditionally cotton, with a shiny and lustrous appearance. The fabric is processed with a glazed or calendared finish to give it a polished look.
FELT: Felt is matted fabric with a predominantly woollen composition. There are two types of felt, woven and un-woven. Felting of woven wool fabric is achieved by interlocking the natural scales on the surface of wool fibres through heat, moisture, steam, pressure and friction.
FIL COUPÉ: A small jacquard pattern on a lightweight fabric, in which the fil/weft threads connecting each pattern/motif are cut and removed from the reverse of the fabric leaving the remaining pattern/motif with frayed edges.
FAUX-LEATHER (VINYL): Polyvinyl chloride (commonly abbreviated as PVC or referred to as vinyl) is the third-most widely produced polymer after polyethylene and polypropylene. It should not be washed with cleaning solvents, but more specifically only a mixture of gentle soap and warm water.
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“Our portable bed provides a convenient and cost-effective way to access your own fresh produce within your own home,” says Charla Stretch, the CEO of Vitanic, the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) company set up by five students from Tokoroa High School.
Hi Wellington!
Living Room in Kaiwharawhara, Wellington are looking for a trainee upholsterer to join their busy team of craftspeople. Are you looking for a professional, supportive and fun team environment? Enjoy on-the-job training alongside a specialist team in a well-equipped workshop. Is this… View moreHi Wellington!
Living Room in Kaiwharawhara, Wellington are looking for a trainee upholsterer to join their busy team of craftspeople. Are you looking for a professional, supportive and fun team environment? Enjoy on-the-job training alongside a specialist team in a well-equipped workshop. Is this the opportunity for you!?
Peaches from Stokes Valley belongs to Carmen Maria Thomas.
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Something a bit different this week. Louise Thomas features regularly on Neighbourly but it appears she is not the only bird lover in the family.
"This beautiful drawing was a present from my lovely daughter, Caitlin, for my birthday. It's a portrait of a chap who frequents a large tree… View moreSomething a bit different this week. Louise Thomas features regularly on Neighbourly but it appears she is not the only bird lover in the family.
"This beautiful drawing was a present from my lovely daughter, Caitlin, for my birthday. It's a portrait of a chap who frequents a large tree at the back of our neighbour's section - it borders our section at the back so he is often peering into our yard - this is the view we normally have of him. I've always valued the handcrafted gifts my children give me - looking at them in chronological order is like viewing the ascent of man. This one's going straight to the trophy room. Kererū/wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae)."
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With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.
So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our … View moreHi neighbours!
With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.
So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our brand new app - Digital Boost Live.
Our app has everything you need in the palm of your hand so you can keep learning from anywhere.
You'll remain logged in all the time and have access to exclusive podcasts with business and industry experts only available via our app. Notifications will keep you up to date with new content and competitions as soon as they land.
All our learning videos, downloadable summaries, cases studies, and Q&A sessions will still be there - perfect for small business owners looking for a practical way to keep learning while on the move.
Don't delay, download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and start learning today!
For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.
Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
Hi there, I have a large spare room for rent on a temporary basis or it can be set up to stay for workers travelling to the city. Based in Aro Valley, please flick me a message if you are interested. Tiffany
What do you think should be introduced or reintroduced as part of the curriculum in modern day schools?
Hi Neighbors,
Ethos Energy is proud to be leading the way in fresh air ventilation for domestic, commercial and education facilities using Mitsubishi Electric Balanced Pressure Lossnay Heat Recovery Ventilation Systems.
The 4 Functions of the Lossnay Core
The Balanced Pressure Lossnay Heat … View moreHi Neighbors,
Ethos Energy is proud to be leading the way in fresh air ventilation for domestic, commercial and education facilities using Mitsubishi Electric Balanced Pressure Lossnay Heat Recovery Ventilation Systems.
The 4 Functions of the Lossnay Core
The Balanced Pressure Lossnay Heat Recovery Ventilation System removes stale, dirty air and draws in fresh air from outside. Lossnay also recovers heat energy from the air being transferred to pre-warm (or pre-cool) the fresh air being drawn into your home. Lossnay is ideal for small to large sized homes between 52m2 and 400m2.
The stale air extracted from your home is Return Air (RA). Return Air can contain high levels of CO2, odours and other pollutants. This Return Air stream also contains heat energy that Lossnay can recover, which is not the case with positive pressure ventilation systems.
As the stale Return Air is removed, the Lossnay Core ‘recovers’ the useful heat energy from it. The air is then exhausted (EA) outside along with the unwanted pollutants.
Outdoor Air (OA) is introduced to provide fresh air. It is first filtered, then passed through the Lossnay Core. This allows it be pre-heated in winter (or pre-cooled in summer) using the energy recovered from the Return Air.
Supply Air (SA) then enters your house as fresh pre-heated or pre-cooled air.
If you would like to more information please contact James
Phone: 021939418
Email: ethosenergy@pm.me
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Make sure to update any manual clocks (don't forget about our older neighbours who might need a helping hand) and have a wonderful spring weekend!
These artfully crafted vessels have heaps of uses. Simple, inexpensive and totally on-trend – the hardest thing will be deciding which to create first and which Resene colours to use.
Find out how to create your own.
Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!
This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let … View moreLast year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!
This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let everyone know why your favourite small business is worth supporting.
A vibrant Arts and Crafts Centre seeks a Centre Manager with a “can-do mind set”, superior customer service skills and a passion for creativity.
Our ideal applicant will be someone with:
• a warm personality and well-developed customer service skills
• sound office management skills and … View moreA vibrant Arts and Crafts Centre seeks a Centre Manager with a “can-do mind set”, superior customer service skills and a passion for creativity.
Our ideal applicant will be someone with:
• a warm personality and well-developed customer service skills
• sound office management skills and technology savvy with attention to detail
• a “can-do” attitude, with an ability to work unsupervised
We operate as: A charitable trust where members contribute to the running costs through annual subscriptions. The centre provides a venue for people with diverse creative interests to pursue their arts and crafts. We have a comprehensive education programme for adults and children at all levels of expertise and experience.
Your potential workplace: Is a purpose-built arts centre, which is a warm, bright environment in which to work. It is close to a public transport hub, with free parking should you need that. There some fabulous cafes and delis in the vicinity as well.
We exist to:
• promote and encourage artistic endeavors of all kinds
• to arrange talks like our Magical Mystery Art Tour series,
• hold Exhibitions and Craft Sales of our members work
• support the work of other arts and craft organisations with room rental and joint ventures.
The Centre Manager is: a full time position in a busy community oriented environment. The hours are 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday and are based at our Centre in 7 Beauchamp Street, Karori. The Centre Manager also supervises a part-time office administrator.
Skills Required:
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with people at all levels
• Adept at using social media and website content to connect with our customers and promote our brand
• Skilled in providing a positive customer service experience to all our members with patience and empathy
• Experience using Xero would be an advantage, however must have experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable, online internet banking payments and sound cash management
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications – Access, Excel, Word, Outlook and Publisher
• Knowledge of data security and file backup procedures
Additional Useful Skills:
• Exposure to applied arts or crafts and not-for-profit organisations
• Sales and marketing experience
• Canva graphic design package or equivalent
We expect the successful applicant to be fully vaccinated for Covid 19 before beginning work at the Centre.
For more information about who we are and what we do see www.kacc.org.nz...
Apply by Friday 8 October by 4pm with your CV outlining how you meet our skills required in summary above and outlined more fully in the Job Description. Email info@kacc.org.nz for your copy of the Job Description.
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