A class is 2016 graduate of Penn State University, where she will earn a degree in psychology, Hayley Ninnis enjoys numerous extracurricular activities, many of which are related to her interest in clothing and textiles. For example, she has taken courses in felting, the process by which felt is made, and in spinning, the conversion of fibers to yarn or thread. In addition, Hayley Ninnis has studied glassblowing at the East Falls Glassworks in Philadelphia.
Archaeological research places the first evidence of man-made glass objects in the fourth millennium BC. It is produced by combining sand with other materials such as potash, soda, and lime, and then applying high heat. Egyptians used glass to make beads and figures, as well as to glaze tiles. Glass containers such as cups and pitchers were initially made by dipping rounded clay forms into molten glass, which would adhere to the form and cool into the form’s shape when cooled. The use of glass containers supplanted clay and other porous materials, which would absorb the liquids stored in them. The non-porosity of glass makes it a favored container for liquids to this day. Glassblowing is the use of a tube to blow air into the center of a mass of molten glass to form a glass bubble, which results in tubes, vessels, or other shapes. Glassblowing appears to have begun around the time of the life of Christ. Syrian craftsmen used a long metal tube to gather a glob of molten glass and blow air into it, essentially the same process used by glassblowers today. The tools found in ancient glass production facilities are also remarkably similar to those used by modern craftsmen; the quality of their craftsmanship was so advanced that modern artisans are hard-pressed to replicate some of the pieces produced by second-century Greek craftsmen.
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Hayley Ninnis lives in the Philadelphia area, where she pursues a variety of interests. Among Hayley Ninnis’ passions is collecting and selling vintage clothing.
Many people may be interested in adding some fun and interesting vintage pieces of clothing to their wardrobe. However, with so many different types of clothes and styles to choose from, they may be unsure where to begin. When getting started with collecting vintage clothing, there are a number of things to keep in mind. First of all, get a tape measure and take your measurements. This is important in order to find clothing that fits right. Clothes makers from other eras frequently used different sizing methods, so the size listed on a vintage item’s tag might not correspond with modern sizing. Sometimes vintage clothes don’t even have tags. When buying items online, also check the measurements to make sure you get something that will fit. In addition, consider your body type when deciding on an item. Different eras have different types of silhouettes, and not all of them flatter all body types. Full skirts look best on people with an hour glass or pear-shaped figure, for example, while baby-doll style dresses look best on people with straight figures or who have shoulders that are wider than the hips. Keeping this in mind will help you build a collection of interesting pieces that look good on you, and it can prevent the frustrating experience of buying or trying on items that are unflattering. |
AuthorA psychology undergraduate at The Pennsylvania State University, Hayley Ninnis seeks to combine her psychological training with her background in art and yoga. Archives
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