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Did you know that stockings have been around for over eihgt hundred years? Hand-knitted 12th century stockings are displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. In 1589 Reverend William Lee from Nottingham, totally self-taught with no mechanical knowledge or expertise, invented the framework knitting machine, changing the face of fashion, and the legs of women, for ever!

The story goes that Reverend Lee fell in love with a young lady in his local village. Every time he visited her, his passion was crushed as all she did was to concentrate on her stocking knitting! Spurned the curate is said to have determined to design an automated knitting process so that hand knitting would become obsolete! It took him three years to work at this idea, giving up his curate’s position to devote himself wholeheartedly to the task.

After three years the stocking-weaving machine, made almost entirely of wood, was operational. It was a remarkable endeavor indeed as he was a curate with no formal mechanical training, and his tools were primitive. He had to overcome amazing technical challenges – for example the initial version of the machine had the needles stuck into a chunk of wood! Once his initial machine, said to be a 12 gauge and using wool, was working he trained his brother James and other relatives on the use of the loom.

Queen Elizabeth was known to love silk stockings so he travelled to London to ask for the patronage of the queen. His perseverance paid off and he was eventually granted an audience with the queen but when he demonstrated the machine to her, he was shocked as she did not offer the expected sponsorship. She was reputedly concerned that such mechanization of stocking manufacture in this way would put a large number of hand knitters of stockings out of work.

Feeling rejected, and at the suggestion of one Sully, a minister of Henry IV’s court, he travelled to Rouen in France in 1605. At this time Rouen was one of the most important centers of manufacture in France. All was working well – he had taken his brother and seven workmen, and with Henry IV’s patronage was mass manufacturing stockings for the first time, simultaneously using no less than nine looms. Then tragedy struck – Henry IV was murdered and with that went Lee’s protection. His privileges were withdrawn. Devastated he attempted to fight a case in the Paris courts but he failed. He died in Paris, broken-hearted and impoverished not long after.

However his brother along with seven workmen managed to escape France, bringing seven looms with them back to Thoroton in Nottinghamshire. There he set up a mill where Ashton, a workman who had formerly been trained by William Lee before his ill-fated departure, joined him. This area of Nottingham was ideal location for woolen stocking manufacture as the quality of the wool was better – the staple or cross-linking of the fibres made for a stronger yarn well suited to weaving.

Nottingham area became the hub for stocking production and from this point on stocking weaving became an important industry for England. Just as computer knowhow is guarded today, so was this state-of-the-art knowhow guarded back then – exporting a stocking loom was actually illegal. Anyone caught had their equipment confiscated and were fine the huge (back then) sum of forty pounds.

By the 18th Century frame-work knitting of stockings had come to America in a swathe from New England to Pennsylvania. From here on mechanization gathered pace – Patents were granted in England for the first circular knitting machine in 1816, and a machine for manufacture of full-fashioned stockings in 1857.

Stocking materials – the sexy nylon stocking is born

Gradually by the late 1800’s the use of wool gave way to cotton, and by 1929 the vast majority of stocking production was in silk. Then at Du Pont laboratories came Dr Wallace Carrothers momentous discovery – nylon! Carrothers was a brilliant polymer chemist with a rather turbulent private life that led to fits of depression. Nevertheless his development of what was initially known as polyamide 6-6 with its extremely high melting point revolutionized women’s lives!

At the end of the Second World War nylon manufacture was geared back to the mass production of nylons. The demand was enormous – in 1945 Macy’s sold out of its entire stock of 50,000 pairs of nylon stockings in six hours!

Stocking designs

The nylon seamed stockings were generally of the fully fashioned variety – that is the machine used to make then was designed to drop stitches where needed so that the leg was not simply a tube but was narrowed at the ankle and widened at the thigh. The flat material was therefore designed to fit the leg snugly, when wrapped and stitched down the back to produce the seam. As you may be aware, nylon hsa no natural stretch so it became necessary to manufacture stockings in a variety of foot length and leg lengths.

Until the end of the second world war stockings were in short supply. Because the tell-tale sign of a fully fashioned stocking is the back seam, so it was common for ladies to use an eyebrow pencil to create an artificial seam up the back of their leg to simulate a genuine stocking!

Seamless stockings

The invention of the circular stitching machine enabled the advent of seamless stockings which by 1950 had surpassed the seamed stocking in popularity. However sizing was still problematical &, because they have no stretch, the stockings tend to bag behind the knees and at the ankles with both the original seamed and newer seamless stockings from this time. This was all to change in 1959 when lycra, also known as spandex arrived. For the first time one size could fit a variety of legs, snugly and without bagging.

Pantyhose or stockings?

‘Swinging sixties gave stocking makers a bit of a problem – suddenly the welt of the stocking and often some thigh ws on show too. There was a brief time when stocking tops were frequently on show before pantyhose or tights took the hosiery world by storm. However it is the sensual nylon stocking that still holds the affection of most men – and an admittedly lesser percentage of women. The first time you have the opportunity to draw a fifties full-fashioned stocking up your leg I guarantee you will fall in love with these gorgeous nylons.

Debbie Mendoza
http://www.articlesbase.com/education-articles/hosiery-the-background-to-those-sexy-nylon-stockings-716334.html

If you are attending for a job interview then you will want to ensure that you give yourself the best chance of success.  You’ll certainly have brushed up on any questions you may be asked about your experience and qualifications for the job. 

However if your qualifications and abilities are the same as the next applicant it will be your appearance that can tip the balance in your favour.   This article will offer you helpful guidelines to ensure that your appearance will work for you at that all important job interview.

You only have one chance at making a first impression, so your first impression needs to be entirely favourable.

General dress style
You need to be sensitive to the job role for which you are applying.  For example should you be applying for the role of personal assistant to a managing director you need to tailor your appearance to exude an air of efficiency and smartness.  However if you are applying to an independent record company that promotes hip-hop and garage music your dress style should be entirely different.

So do your homework – know what sort of dress style will typify the indurecty for which you are applying and copy it.  However one very useful tip is to avoid extremes – don’t outdress the interviewer!  Imagine applying to a female office manager – if your outfit looks a million dollars and she is wearing standard work clothes, your chances are slim right from the outset.  You should always aim for neatness but neutrality.
 
Shoes for your interview
Many interviewers look at the interviewee’s shoes before anything else and will judge accordingly – so your shoes must be clean.  Don’t go for stilettos with ultra high heels – aim for your outfit to be neat but not dramatic.

Ladies – what outerwear should you select for your job interview
Many organisations commonly dress down and jeans and casual wear is acceptable on a day-to-day basis.  However you are trying to ensure that your first impression is better than those competing for the same job so as a general guide look to wear a neat combination of blouse and skirt.
  
If you are plus size then stick to darker colors and away from vibrant large patterns – you are not auditioning to be a set of sixties floral curtains!  Stripes will work and be flattering if they are vertical – steer clear of horizontal stripes

Tights or stockings
Apparently sales of pantyhose and stockings has been dropping over the past few years as more women choose not to have their legs covered.  If you do wear a skirt for your job interview as recommended then it is essential to wear nylon stockings or pantyhose.  Pantyhose or stockings will finish your outfit and flatter your legs as well, hiding any blemishes and giving an ‘artificial tan’ to pale legs.  Keep the look restrained – neutral to dark shades, and avoid vibrant colors or patterns.

Choosing lingerie for your job interview
No, this is not a joke, lingerie can make a difference.  If you feel your underwear fits well, and looks good (even though you’re the only one to know), then you will behave more confidently.

Outerwear
As already mentioned, you will need to decide on an appropriate outfit in relation to the type of job for which you are.  Aim for simple elegance; you do not want to appear sloppy to a prospective employer.  However it is not a good move to make your interviewer feel you are significantly better dressed than they are!  A smart suit, ideally with a skirt and not pants.  Yes we are in the twenty first century, but some employers are old-fashioned!  If you don’t like the advice, ask yourself how badly you really want the job?  If wearing a skirt gives you a fractional edge over another interviewee then it will have been worth the effort.

Perfume
I’d recommend minimal perfume.  A scent which you may like might be overpowering to someone else if they happen to have a really keen sense of smell, and some people are actually allergic to certain perfumes and smells.  Less is certainly more in this instance.

Nails
Clean nails are of course essential, and natural varnish or a restrained color is your best bet.  There are very few occupations where the possession of long talons will either impress or be an asset; they can result in the wrong keys being hit on keyboards, and in a health care environment for example they can even be a health hazard. Short and neat is best.

Body language at an interview
Body language is very powerful, and you can these tricks to get the interviewer on your side without them even being aware of it. 

A firm handshake, whilst looking the interviewer in the eye with a natural confident smile will instantly put you ahead of the pack.

Subtly mirror the posture of your interviewer and they will instantly warm to you…and not be aware why!  On the other hand sitting with arms tightly folder is a very contained, shy posture and will give off the wrong signals.

Finally, make sure you’ve done your homework on the company before you attend.  Asking one or two intelligent questions that shows that you have an awareness of the business always creates a good impression.

Good luck with your interview!

Debbie Mendoza
http://www.articlesbase.com/advice-articles/ladies-dress-for-success-for-your-job-interview-let-your-clothes-sell-you-738421.html

It has been known that many adult people go through breakups every day.People tend to just go on with life not even trying to rekindle relationships that end. Some would suggest; that their time of being together has just ended, and there is nothing that they can do to fix the problems.Do not be deceaved; there is something you can do to get your ex back, but it will take some work.

You think your life with them is important, and your ex is worth getting back. This is a good sign for you to think this way,however,it has to be the way your ex thinks also.If you have a clue that this is true,then you are on your way to get your ex back very soon indeed.

It is a proven fact that 90% of your problems can be reversed.It will take some expert relationship advice to pull this off,and some steps that have been proven to work.Pay close attention; and put these tips into action, and you will have success to rekindle relationships with ease.

The very first thing you need to consider is why the breakup occured in the first place.When you have found out why it occured,you can then begin to patch up the problem with some knowledge that you have learned from the mistake. As you well know,no one can relive the past. To have success and get your ex back you will need to reverse the mistake if possible.

The relationship may have ended with a specific problem, or even something that your ex refused to deal with. No matter what the reason; you will need to have a plan to veiw the specifics of the problem, so you will be able to deal with it in the future.

Moving on to the next step to get your ex back, you will need to make it clear to your ex that you are willing to move on with your life.Do not present yourself to him as being a needy person; and expressing to him in any way, that you just can’t live without them.This is a huge mistake doing this!

Another step is do not try the jealousy act. Do not make him jealous and let him think that it is over for good,it may backfire and just cause him to move on for sure.You do not want to make an impression on him that your needy;but try to show him that he is everything you have always wanted, by giving him confidence, without showing yourself of being a needy person.

To get back your ex will involve some talking and going to a place that will bring back good memories you have had together.Talking about your problems in a serious manner will result in digging deeper to find a solution to it as well.By getting some expert relationship advice; you will know how on a professional level to get him to open up,how to confront the problem, and get your ex back.

To get your ex back is not a hard thing to do,but you need to make sure you are behaving correctly to make him realize he is better off with you.So do not put off getting some expert relationship advice ,you will be glad you did.

Anthony Causey
http://www.articlesbase.com/breakup-articles/how-to-get-your-ex-back-expert-relationship-tips-1260088.html

If your marriage is on the rocks and you want to learn how to save my marriage, then here is some great advice for you. I’ve learned these through my own experience and I think you can benefit from my marriage experience to have a more fulfilling and successful relationship with your spouse.

1. Take Action

Simply worrying or hoping things will take a turn for the better is not going to help. Hoping the problem with your relationship is going to go away somehow is not going to work.

You need to take action. You need to be proactive in seeking solutions and repairing the damaged relationship with your spouse. It can be difficult but if you do nothing and just think about it, it’s isn’t going to help either.

1. Don’t Go With Your Instincts or “Gut Feeling”

Simply put it this way, your instincts or gut feelings could be wrong and it could cause more damage to your relationship. Instead seek expert advice. Find a marriage councilor and follow their advice.

Marriage councilors have considerably more experience than you and can provide instructions that have been tested and does work.

1. Don’t Give Up

It’s amazing how many marriages can be saved even they are on the brink of divorce. Relationships can be repaired and improve. It’s important to never give up on your relationship.

No matter how hard it is, as long as you do not give up hope, there is always a chance you can save your marriage.

Ricky Lim
http://www.articlesbase.com/marriage-articles/how-to-save-my-marriage-saving-your-marriage-relationship-tips-683057.html

If your marriage is on the rocks and you want to learn how to save my marriage, then here is some great advice for you. I’ve learned these through my own experience and I think you can benefit from my marriage experience to have a more fulfilling and successful relationship with your spouse.

1. Take Action

Simply worrying or hoping things will take a turn for the better is not going to help. Hoping the problem with your relationship is going to go away somehow is not going to work.

You need to take action. You need to be proactive in seeking solutions and repairing the damaged relationship with your spouse. It can be difficult but if you do nothing and just think about it, it’s isn’t going to help either.

1. Don’t Go With Your Instincts or “Gut Feeling”

Simply put it this way, your instincts or gut feelings could be wrong and it could cause more damage to your relationship. Instead seek expert advice. Find a marriage councilor and follow their advice.

Marriage councilors have considerably more experience than you and can provide instructions that have been tested and does work.

1. Don’t Give Up

It’s amazing how many marriages can be saved even they are on the brink of divorce. Relationships can be repaired and improve. It’s important to never give up on your relationship.

No matter how hard it is, as long as you do not give up hope, there is always a chance you can save your marriage.

Ricky Lim
http://www.articlesbase.com/marriage-articles/how-to-save-my-marriage-saving-your-marriage-relationship-tips-683057.html

will that spice up the moment seeing that i’m a virgin and he’s not?or will that be a little freaky lol but i want our 1st time to be memorable and fun so if anybody has any advice on what i should do plz do not hesitate and don’t be afraid to use details…cuz that will be very helpful thanks:)

Well, frankly, if you’re a virgin AND you’re on your honeymoon, adding costumes is just what they would call "gilding the lily."

In other words, wearing costumes and stuff like that is usually what long-time married couples, whose sex lives are getting a little stale and routine, use to spice things up at home, but as a virgin, on your honeymoon, don’t do it. Just relax, and let your brand-new husband make sweet, tender love to you, and make him take his time and not rush things, and, trust me, it will be plenty memorable!

You will literally never forget that special night as long as you live… do you really want to remember it as the night you dressed up as a slutty pirate wench? I don’t think so.

Good luck!… ?

Affairs can tear the fabric of a relationship wide open and destroy the bond of trust that is the strongest force for keeping people together. Healing after the affair therefore is vital to mend broken trust and much to the surprise of many couples can reforge their marriage into something much stronger than before the affair.

How can surviving an affair lead to a better marriage? These 3 tips may explain the process…

1. Communication

Many marriage counselor have proven that couples who do not talk about the affair are statistically worse off that those who do. While it may seem like the hardest thing in the world to talk about when you are so hurt and angry the only way to move forward is to communicate your problems and listen to their reasons for their terrible choice. To be able to do this though you need to be able to control your anger and bitterness or such conversations will be negative or explosive and nothing will be learned.

2. Understanding

Through communication of the marital affair you can gain an understanding of the reasons behind it. This does not excuse their actions at all but without understanding these things you are not truly able to talk about the right things and maybe angry and hurt at things that you should not be. Understanding also comes in the form of knowing what was wrong with your relationship before the affair that might have led them to an affair which sometimes means you have to look at your own actions as well … again not an excuse for their actions, they made the choice but if you want to regain trust and heal your relationship after an affair you must be honest with yourself.

3. Change

Once you have an understanding of the affair and the relationship problems that might have been simmering before it you can actually start to take action, forgiveness can take time but building a better relationship from this event is the best thing you can do from a bad situation and healing after an affair will follow from this!

Obviously there is a lot more to healing from an affair so for more help click below to find guides written by expert marriage councilors that can offer you a roadmap to recovery allowing you to get past the hurt and bring love and happiness back to your life.

http://www.loveiscomplicated.info/affairs-cheating/

James Fargo
http://www.articlesbase.com/infidelity-articles/healing-after-the-affair-3-tips-to-overcome-infidelity-in-a-relationship-725394.html

When do give the bride receive sexy lingerie/couple’s bedroom type gifts… at her bridal shower or at the bachelorette party???

Bachelorette party.

Here are my top 5 relationship tips for having and maintaining a healthy relationship:

1) Learn to communication effectively: This is probably the most important tip of them all because without good couple’s communication, the rest can go “south” pretty quickly.

2) Educate yourself about emotional safety: “emotional safety ” is one of the cornerstones of my couples counseling work. People have slightly different ideas about what this means and I have a pretty specific definition that can be found in an article I wrote here: Basically, the more emotionally safe couples feel together – the more connected they are.

3) Maintain relationship balance: relationships are like two overlapping circles with the middle section representing the “relationship” and the outer rings representing the “individuals” in the relationship. Usually the healthiest relationships are those where there is attention paid to all parts but couples will probably have slightly different versions of what works for them – which is ok!

4) Check in With Each Other: Life is so hectic these days that a lot of couples forget to check in with each other. Kids, jobs, friends, bills…the list of distractions can go on and on. I encourage couples to plan at least one time a week where they know they can spend uninterrupted time to be together to check in. “How are you? What’s going on?” It’s amazing how easy it can be to forget to do this and the distance between two people can slowly grow.

5) Don’t forget to laugh: Humor is the great conflict de-escalator and a wonderful release. I’m always encouraged by couples I’m working with who laugh a lot, have private jokes, pet names for each other or whatever! If you lighten up in your relationship it will pay great dividends.

sunshine02
http://www.articlesbase.com/relationships-articles/5-tips-for-a-healthy-relationship-704265.html

Just need some tips on how to keep a healthy long ditance relationship ?
And at this age (18) are they worth it ?

Talk on the phone, webcam dates is a good idea, maybe phone sex, lol, try to meet whenever you can, but it’s definitely worth it if you want to stay together.