01/31/2012

Editorial Encomium: In Praise of Patricia

by SDA Executive Director Ann Brockette

After 18 years of service, Patricia Malarcher has stepped down as editor of Surface Design Journal (effective January 1, 2012). Revisit the upward spiral of excellence attained during her tenure in this chorus of gratitude from colleagues and collaborators. Use the comments app to add your voice.

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01/04/2012

Get-up-and-Gho: Visit Bhutan Where Weaving Is Highly Valued

by SDA Student Representative Kaino Hopper

With strictly-enforced spending minimums & itineraries, Bhutan is no traveler’s paradise – but it does value its weavers & hand-crafts. In her last post as SDA student rep, Kaino Hopper shares textile highlights from her recent visit to the Land of Gross National Happiness.

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