Once used as a form of communication—to share one’s relationship status or religious affiliation—108 Braids is now also a tribute to the region’s heritage.
Explore "our bungalow renovation" tale of transformation and inspire your own mortgage-savvy home makeover.
Sarah Frost's 2010 "QWERTY" installation at NYC's PPOW gallery was a pair of beautiful, overwhelming walls of keyboard keys, shrived from the keyboards and tiled from floor to ceiling. This…
When making a trip to the design-forward Danish city, here’s what to see, from historic sites to modern masterpieces
In this reading, you can ask me three questions which I will answer with 10 cards per question. These three questions can be about one situation, so you can really figure it out! Or it can be three different situations. Please put your questions below and let me know any information you feel I should know before I do the reading. The reading is delivered to you by e-mail and consists of a document with pictures and meanings of the cards and advice.
In the changing world of work, it is important to have a good workspace. Many people are now working from home and they need an area that is designed for
Last week at work I was thinking about leaves, and I decided I wanted to make a large head kerchief with corners that looks like leaves. Up...
by Rebecca Farrar of Wild Witch of the West If there were a “Sexiest Season” award, then it would definitely go to spring, mostly thanks to Beltane. Beltane comes from Proto-Indo-European bhel- meaning “to shine, flash, burn” and also the name of the Celtic Solar God Bel, and ten related to “hot.” And things definitel
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Ikigai is the Japanese concept of the meaning of life. Barbara shares the definition and origin of ikigai, video of purpose, and steps to draw your own ikigai.
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If you're like me, you might have an old sweater or two that you're never going to wear again. Here are 15 ideas for giving those old sweaters new life!
Learn 8 essential strategies for helping a child deal with anger and why research shows them to be effective throughout life, from a child therapist.
It's easy to ignore old-fashioned sayings about life, either by brushing them off as overused, or believing they're outdated and therefore no longer true. But there really is a wealth of wisdom to be had in the old advice our grandparents used to…
This is a guest post from Max Ernst Stockburger of InstaRestoration.com. You can also read his blog: "Tipps and Tricks for Photos" Here is an example of photo restoration. What to consider when scanning your old photographs For the best results in photo restoration, you need to have high-quality scans of your photographs. We then apply our expertise to this ‘raw material’ to restore the original beauty of your images. The good news is that you can easily follow our advice for proper scanning so that we can then have the best chance to repair and rejuvenate your old, faded, or even damaged photographs. As long as the ‘material’ you give us is of good quality, we can even fix instances of heavy damage such as watermarks and missing pieces. In this tutorial, we will show you step by step how to set up and adjust your scanner for the best results on both MacOS and Windows 10. These settings work well with scanners of all manufacturers: Epson, Brother, Kodak, Canon, and so on. There are 7 easy steps to follow for beginners and professionals alike: 7 things to remember when scanning damaged photographs 1. Make sure your scanner is clean and free of dust and grease 2. Make sure your photograph is clean and free of dust 3. Make sure the whole of your photograph is being scanned 4. Try to avoid any reflections from occurring within the scanner while scanning 5. Always scan with at least 300 dpi 6. Always scan in 8-bit color mode (photo mode) 7. Name your files in a systematic way so that you can easily find them in the future. Let’s go through each of these tips in a bit more detail. 1. Make sure your scanner is clean and free of dust and grease Before you do anything else, check the glass surface of your scanner. Nasty particles and fingerprints can create optical aberrations or even hide certain details from appearing in the final scan. If you notice any dust or grease use a microfiber cloth and glass cleaning detergent to get rid of them. Always make sure the surface is dry again before you put your valuable photograph on the glass. 2. Make sure your photograph is clean and free of dust What we said of the glass surface of your scanner equally applies to the surface of your damaged photograph. Any dust or particles on the photograph can hide valuable information on the resulting scan. On these delicate surfaces make use of a soft brush and/or a dust air blower with the greatest care. Never apply any force or use detergent as this may result in damaging the surfaces of your photographs. 3. Make sure the whole of your photograph is being scanned If you are scanning multiple photographs or pieces of one damaged photograph make sure that neither individual photos nor fragments are overlapping or only being partially scanned. An easy way to avoid this is to take a look in the preview section before you do the final detailed scan. 4. Try to avoid any reflections from occurring within the scanner while scanning Curled, torn, or damaged photographs can often cause reflections within the scanner during the scanning process. These reflections can then mask important details in the scanned image. There are two ways to approach this problem. The first is to flatten any curled or warped old photographs with heavy weights such as books. A tried and tested method is to simply place your damaged photographs between two heavy books and wait for a day or two. The second option is to place a reasonable amount of weight directly on top of your scanner. If you decide to follow this method, the vintage photograph is temporarily pressed upon the scanner surface during the scanning process. Both options help minimize internal reflections from occurring while scanning. 5. Always scan with at least 300dpi nstarestoration.com as a professional photo restoration service needs to work with data that has been scanned at least 300dpi. This way we can guarantee you that you will be able to print your restored photograph at the same size as the original. If you would like to further enlarge the photograph please scan the image at 600dpi. To see how to set up the DPI take a look at the videos below. 6. Always scan in 8-bit color mode (photo mode) Always scan your vintage photographs in 8-bit color mode, even if it is black and white. This setting produces the highest quality scans which in turn gives us the best material to which we can apply our professional restoration skills to deliver the best results to you. Check the video below to see how it’s done. 7. Name your files in a systematic way so that you can easily find them in the future. This is very simple but important advice. When you save your scans make sure you carefully think about and decide on a method that will ensure you can find your photographs in the future. The name of the subject, the date, whatever works for you!
1. Cowboy Car Hops, Dallas, Texas, 1940 A woman from Oak Cliff (a Dallas neighborhood) made a complaint that she did not want to look at girls’ legs when she stopped by her local drive-in; she wanted to look at men’s legs. Drive-in owners thought that this was a great idea, and soon the idea
If you've got an old soul, you'll be enamored by the delightfully old-fashioned work of Moscow-based artist Elena Limkina. Every week, she offers the world a glimpse into her personal sketchbook, and its pages tell vivid stories of nature, architecture, and classical paintings.
Brain autophagy is a process that allows your brain to regenerate, get rid of old and unhealthy cells, and replace them with healthier ones.
John Euclid Templonuevo, otherwise known as "Arkitekyuklid," is a skilled Filipino artist balancing his final year in a BS Architecture degree with his passion for art. Despite his academic commitments, he consistently dedicates time to create artwork deeply rooted in his faith.
We are underway on a gorgeous home office remodel. The builtins were one of the first projects we tackled in the new house because Rainman’s desk was surrounded by boxes- literally stacked up to the top of the nine foot ceilings. Sorry if that was misleading. They’re not finished. Just waiting on trim, the cap … Continue reading Mashup Monday 3: 17 Inspired Ways To Decorate With Maps In Your Home
When you become a parent, you take great responsibility for your baby’s future. Everyone wants their children to be kind, honest, sympathetic, and brave. However, these qualities won’t appear out of nowhere. A good upbringing and personal examples are the keys to success. We at Bright Side considered 10 things you might want to tell your child before he or she turns 10 years old.
Discover the timeless elegance of forest green and stone gray outdoors paint colors for classic style exteriors. Learn how to blend these natural hues for a sophisticated and inviting home design that harmonizes with the landscape.
Wabi sabi - an appreciation of the simple pure beauty of things. It is about embracing the imperfect, the impermanent, unconventional and incomplete.
What defines your interior style? Is it your love of antiques or your hate for clutter? Your desire for entertainment or your preference for all things bohemian? Truth is, no matter the answer, you will find something you like on the Instagram account Before & After Design.
