Plastic Bangles

Plastic Bangles
Author: Lyn Tortoriello
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764321955

An alluring dreambook and informative handbook for collectors of plastic bangle bracelets, illustrated with rare and common pieces in a profusion of colors and styles. Gorgeous spreads arranged by designs and techniques introduce the reader to the unexpected riches of this collecting field. 415 color photos showcase thousands of bangles.\nToday, when Bakelite and celluloid are snapped up at ever higher prices, many collectors turn to brighter, more playful, and more affordable plastic jewelry from the second half of the 20th century. Until now, collectors of Lucite and other plastic bangles had no information about these attractive collectibles.\nChapters cover the identification of plastics, techniques, designers, manufacturers, fakes and knock-offs, and collectible plastics of the future. All have current market value ranges.

Collecting Art Plastic Jewelry

Collecting Art Plastic Jewelry
Author: Leigh Leshner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 394
Release: 2005-01-03
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1440225249

Art plastic jewelry is beautiful, fun and highly collectible. This unique and flamboyant jewelry was made from various types of plastics: Bakelite, Lucite, thermoplastic, celluloid, vinyl and hard plastic, and can be difficult to identify and price without the help of this detailed reference - Collecting Art Plastic Jewelry. This colorful book gives readers a detailed look at 600 pieces of collectible art plastic jewelry, complete with current pricing, descriptions and history behind each piece. Featuring tips on collecting, art plastic jewelry enthusiasts won't find a more comprehensive reference on the market!

Sirens of Modernity

Sirens of Modernity
Author: Samhita Sunya
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2022-07-26
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0520379535

Opening Credits "Akira Kurosawa" : a retrospective prologue -- Introduction : "Romance, comedy, and somewhat jazzy music" -- Problems of translation : world cinema as distribution history -- moving toward the "City of love": Hindustani lyrical genealogies -- Homosocialist co-productions : Pardesi (1957) contra Singapore (1960) -- Comedic crossovers and Madras money-spinners : Padosan's (1968) audiovisual apparatus -- Foreign Exchanges : transregional trafficking through Subah-O-Sham (1972) -- Special features.

100 Types of Indian Jewellery

100 Types of Indian Jewellery
Author: Raysingh Meena
Publisher: Raysingh Meena
Total Pages: 181
Release:
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

Indian jewelry has a rich and diverse history, spanning thousands of years and encompassing a wide range of styles, designs, and cultural influences. From the ancient Indus Valley civilization to the present day, jewelry has played an important role in Indian culture, serving not just as adornment, but also as a symbol of social status, religious beliefs, and cultural identity. One of the most distinctive features of Indian jewelry is its use of precious and semi-precious gems and stones, such as diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and pearls, as well as gold, silver, and other metals. Indian jewelry is also known for its intricate designs and intricate craftsmanship, which often involves a combination of traditional techniques and modern tools. There are many different styles of Indian jewelry, each with its own unique history and cultural significance. Some of the most well-known include Rajasthani jewelry, with its intricate gold and silver filigree work and use of colorful gems; Kundan jewelry, which features gold and precious stones set into a flat base; and Meenakari jewelry, which is characterized by its colorful enamel work. Regardless of the style, Indian jewelry is a beloved and cherished part of the country's cultural heritage, and continues to be an important part of modern Indian fashion and style. Whether worn for special occasions or everyday wear, Indian jewelry is sure to add a touch of elegance, beauty, and cultural tradition to any outfit.

The Forgotten Liars

The Forgotten Liars
Author: Timothy Horrigan
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 778
Release: 2004-08-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1453552073

In 1979 Billy McEwan is drifting through his last year of college (or, at any rate, his last year as an undergraduate.) But then he meets a troubled young woman named Tammi Honig. He does not save her life, but perhaps she saves his. Thanks to her, he enjoys (or experiences, at least) many adventures on New York's Upper West Side, back in the days when the City was still dangerous, dirty, and romantic, back in the days of punk rock, Thai stick, and Checker cabs. Indeed, his adventures eventually lead him beyond the boundaries of the Upper West Side. He doesn't just venture south of West 72nd Street or north of West 125th Street: at various times, he finds himself as far afield as Boston, Atlanta, and even the San Fernando Valley.

Soulful Knitting

Soulful Knitting
Author: Barbara Hurd
Publisher: Author House
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2005-04-29
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1463484232

Tired of knitting books that spend fifty pages telling you how to get started? Get the skinny, compact directions for simple to advanced designs (such as a baby carrier, bangleless bracelet, and mobius wrap). Over twenty unique, quick-to-knit items, photographed at the Historic Michie Tavern (near Jeffersons Monticello), are for knitters and spinners of all skill levels. Your soul will find comfort in creating a gift to comfort another soul.

Children of the Earth Goddess

Children of the Earth Goddess
Author: Roland Hardenberg
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 710
Release: 2017-12-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 3110532883

The whole world is changing with incredible speed towards something radically new, yet people across the globe also show resistance to the forces that homogenize our lives. This book deals with a community that has found its niche in the remote Niamgiri mountain range of Odisha (India) and is struggling to preserve its way of life: the Dongria Kond. In recent years, they made the headlines as the real “Avatars” because they successfully fought a multinational company’s plans to mine the mountains. From the perspective of the Dongria Kond, these mountains are the seat of gods, and the whole environment is animated by spiritual forces. This highly complex cosmic order includes humans and non-humans and rests on a divine law (niam). This book captures the viewpoint of the Dongria Kond and provides deep insights into their vision of the world. It offers elaborate accounts of how the Dongria relate to the outside world, conceive of their own society and engage in complex rituals in order to (re-)establish the cosmos. The book confronts the reader with radically different imaginings of familiar human concerns: love, fertility, wealth, status and well-being.

Profitable Small Scale Manufacture of Cosmetics (Synthetic & Herbal)

Profitable Small Scale Manufacture of Cosmetics (Synthetic & Herbal)
Author:
Publisher: Engineers India Research In
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2007
Genre: Herbal cosmetics
ISBN: 8186732810

The Book Covers Drugs And Cosmetics Acts And Rules, Most Commonly Used Cosmetics Raw Materials, Hair Structure And Its Chemistry, Hair Shampoos, Hair Tonics And Conditioners, Hair Wave Sets, Lacquers And Rinses, Hair Grooming Preparations, Permanent Hair Waving Preparations And Hair Straighteners, Hair Bleachers And Hair Colourants, Depilatories, Shaving Soaps & Creams, Skin Creams & Lotions, Suntan & Anti Sunburn Preparations, Skin Bleach Creams, Astringents & Skin Tonics, Antiperspirants & Deodorants, Face Powders & Other Coloured Make-Up Preparations, Body Powders (Talcum Powders), Face Packs And Masks, Nail Lacquers And Removers, Toothpastes, Tooth Powders, Mouthwashes, Hair Oils & Hair Lotions, Preservation Of Cosmetics, Plant & Equipment For Herbal Cosmetics Manufacture, Packaging Of Herbal Cosmetics, Miscellaneous Formulae, Indigenous Materials & Technologies For Herbal Cosmetics, Present Manufacturers, Suppliers Of Plant & Equipments, Cosmetics Consultants, Raw Materials & Chemicals Manufacturers/Suppliers, Manufacturers/Raw Materials Suppliers Of Herbs/Plants And Their Extracts Etc.

Clothing Matters

Clothing Matters
Author: Emma Tarlo
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 392
Release: 1996-09
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780226789750

What do I wear today? The way we answer this question says much about how we manage and express our identities. This detailed study examines sartorial style in India from the late nineteenth century to the present, showing how trends in clothing are related to caste, level of education, urbanization, and a larger cultural debate about the nature of Indian identity. Clothes have been used to assert power, challenge authority, and instigate social change throughout Indian society. During the struggle for independence, members of the Indian elite incorporated elements of Western style into their clothes, while Gandhi's adoption of the loincloth symbolized the rejection of European power and the contrast between Indian poverty and British wealth. Similar tensions are played out today, with urban Indians adopting "ethnic" dress as villagers seek modern fashions. Illustrated with photographs, satirical drawings, and magazine advertisements, this book shows how individuals and groups play with history and culture as they decide what to wear.

Vintage Fashion Accessories

Vintage Fashion Accessories
Author: Stacy Loalbo
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 554
Release: 2009-11-09
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1440219443

Looking for a great way to add character, class and individuality to your wardrobe, without breaking the bank on a whole new outfit? Look no further than vintage accessories to take the outfits from functional to historically fabulous! With retro and vintage being all the rage, every great wardrobe can always use vintage accessories, even if it's just a few timeless pieces. Vintage Fashion Accessories is your guide to making the most of vintage accessories and showing off your fashion and collecting sense in what you wear. You may be surprised at how a $12 hat from the 1960s, $6 pair of vintage gloves and a $15 patent leather-look handbag can make your ensemble look like a million bucks, but with Vintage Fashion Accessories in hand it will quickly begin to make sense. In this beautifully illustrated book you'll discover more than 1,000 color photos of hats, handbags, jewelry, shoes, compacts, scarves, hankies, belts and more. Plus there's a chapter on accessories for the debonair gentleman. This fun and stylish gateway of retro fashion also features: • History of fashion and accessories and current values • Tips on the joy of collecting and fun of the hunt • The best places to shop for first-rate items Fashionista or collector you'll discover helpful and historical details about vintage accessories that you can use to punch up your wardrobe and stand out from the crowd.