Category Archives: Group: Fiber Science & Apparel Design

WHAT THE F(abric)?

Posted on February 9, 2011 by

Everything in India was so cheap for us Americans because of the exchange rate. Even when our driver Santosh told us that we got “cheated” we didn’t really care. The relative price was still cheap. Our dollar stretched a good … Continue reading →

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Missing India

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

It has been a few weeks since I have come back from India and I miss it terribly.  I don’t know what I miss more the food or the weather.  I’ve already made Butter Chicken with Naan and Chicken Masala … Continue reading →

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Sari to have left

Posted on January 21, 2011 by

The last full day in Hyderabad was absolutely the culmination of our amazing experience in the truly Incredible India!  The henna artist and palm reader were great entertainment and increased our love for Indian culture.  The evening gala was the … Continue reading →

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A (Belated) Farewell to “Incredible India!”

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

As my assigned day to post for the FSAD group was the last day of trip, I knew that I wanted to incorporate a lot of pictures, since its almost impossible to sum up our incredible experience in words.  However… … Continue reading →

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Project Presentation Schedules

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

Here is the schedule for IARD project presentations which will be held on 12th February and 13th of February (Word and PDF versions): http://2011iard6020.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/project-presentation-schedule.pdf http://2011iard6020.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/project-presentation-schedule.doc

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Namaste

Posted on January 19, 2011 by

Goodbye India! It’s  so unbelievable how quickly these two weeks went by, it seems like we just landed and then suddenly had to leave. I can hardly remember everything that we have done; it all seems like such a flash. … Continue reading →

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Things in India A to Z

Posted on January 17, 2011 by

Accents Bindis Cows Dogs Elephants! Filthy Sandals Ganapathy Hindu Ikat Knot Earrings Jai Ho Language Barrier! Monkeys Not Knowing Where We Are Going Outstanding Opportunity Paneer Questionable Working Hours (12hrs a day everyday) Rickshaws Santosh (our awesome driver in Coimbatore) … Continue reading →

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Charminar!

Posted on January 16, 2011 by

One of the most exciting places in Hyderabad for me was the shopping bazaar in Charminar. The famous arch is surrounded by several different bazaars: the bangle, pearl, and clothing markets. The scene was overwhelming- from the hectic rickshaw ride … Continue reading →

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Markets and Fashion Shows

Posted on January 16, 2011 by

Today the FSAD group went out to the arts and crafts market that the rest of the iard group had raved about.  There was lots of amazing shopping including jewelry, stoneware, and shawls.  I think that everyone was very happy … Continue reading →

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Engagement Party

Posted on January 15, 2011 by

Tonight a few of us had the amazing pleasure to witness an Indian engagement party! The party was hosted in our Hotel, Taj Deccan and was nothing short of amazing. It was elaborately garnished with flowers, lights, a stage, plenty … Continue reading →

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