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Tree sap. The French occupied Vietnam from 1887 – 1954 and during that time they built many rubber plantations. The most famous is the Michelin Rubber Plantation established in 1925. It was 31,000 acres of trees like you see in the picture. There is a movie called Indochine that explains what life was like livingContinue reading “Ever wonder where natural rubber comes from?”

Here is a tip that can help outshine anyone.  It is called the "Rule of Thirds." This concept is actually based in architecture that  where a 1/3 to 2/3 ratio is the most aesthetically pleasing division of spaces.  It is also known as the Golden Ratio. This rule will help you mix and match attractiveContinue reading “Have you ever purchased the same item as your friend but when you put it on you feel like it looks better on your friend?”

It is certainly harder than basic garments. Shoes are technically more challenging due to the soles. Back in the golden age of handmade footwear the shoemaker bore responsibility for the shoemaking process from start to finish but now, high quality shoes are made using a modern equipment.  The shoe making process goes like this:  Continue reading “How difficult is it to make shoes?”