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Washington State Flag, Testing and Our Finalist!

Posted on May 31, 2017 by D. Katie Powell

Never underestimate the benefits of testing materials. I am by nature an impatient artist and tend to dive into art materials and experiment when it is my own art processes, however, with clients, I read, I test products, and it … Continue reading →

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Washington State Flag

Posted on March 25, 2017 by D. Katie Powell

The historic flag, above hanging on the wall of the Reception Room, a grand ballroom, is not the flag in its original form, but seen with modifications. How does that impact the replication process? The decision has to be made … Continue reading →

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H is for Hemp: A-to-Z Challenge

Posted on April 9, 2014 by D. Katie Powell

Today I will find out how many people look for articles on hemp! Of course, I’m not talking smoking it, medicinally or otherwise. We use it all the time in our business: hemp webbing, tapes, muslins, and the occasional stretchy … Continue reading →