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Fox Chapel Shoe Service keeps old-school shoe repair alive with family teamwork

June 19, 2026

The small shop in Fox Chapel Plaza doesn’t look like much from the outside, but inside it’s a living museum of shoemaking tools. Chuck and Sydney Carlson treat this place like a second home—literally. They work seven days a week, slipping between repair jobs, customer chats, and managing their two k

lifestyle

Lucchese boots return to Santa Fe with fresh upgrades

June 5, 2026

The famous Lucchese boot brand has reopened its Santa Fe store after a three-month facelift. This location is one of their oldest and most important shops in the Southwest. Inside, customers now find new tools like a hat steamer for custom fits, an embossing machine, and a private area for designing

business

A Lifetime of Hands-On Craftsmanship Keeps One Plating Shop Shining

April 5, 2026

Fifty years ago, a teenager in Sterling discovered a side hustle that would outlast his school years—and his factory job. Gary Schultz started by building a plating machine in his dad’s garage to customize parts for his motorcycle project. Friends took notice and asked him to plate their parts too.

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Venice's Secret Keeper: A Legacy of Masks and Dreams

October 29, 2025

Venice, a city of canals and whispers, holds a secret. It's not just about gondolas and pigeons. It's about a woman who turned her childhood dreams into a grand spectacle. Antonia Sautter, a native Venetian, grew up surrounded by the magic of Il Carnevale. Her mother, a skilled seamstress, sparked h

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Latex lace is on the rise, traditional lace is old school

February 5, 2025

Imagine you're walking down the street and you see a dress that's made of flexible web-like patterns. This is not your grandma's lace. Kasia Kucharska is a designer who's making a name for herself in the fashion world by giving lace a modern twist. She uses latex in her creations, which is a type of

business

The Power of Skill: How Craftsmanship Fuels Innovation in Manufacturing

January 22, 2025

In the competitive world of manufacturing, innovation is the key to staying ahead. Skilled workers are the driving force behind these innovations. Their creativity and expertise shape a country's approach to development. The spirit of craftsmanship is crucial for these skilled individuals. This mind

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Bentley's Green Initiatives: Eco-Friendly Paint and Collaboration within Volkswagen Group

October 7, 2024

Bentley is taking significant steps towards sustainability, aiming to reduce emissions in its paint shop and exploring the use of recycled materials for car paints. The luxury automaker shares these strategies with sister companies Audi and Lamborghini under the Volkswagen Group umbrella. Regular me