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Pashmina refers to a type of cashmere wool and textiles made from it. The name comes from Pashmineh, made from Persian pashm (= "wool"). This wool comes from a special breed of goat indigenous to high altitudes of the Himalayan mountains. The special goat’s fleece has been used for thousands of years to make high-quality shawls that also bear the same name. The Himalayan Mountain goat, Capra hircus, sheds its winter coat every spring and the fleece is caught on thorn bushes. One goat sheds approximately 3-8 ounces of the fiber. Villages would scour the mountainside for the finest fleece to be used. Cashmere shawls have been manufactured in Kashmir and Nepal for thousands of years, but the Indians never called them "pashmina". They were popularly called Kashmiri wool shawls. The test for a quality pashmina has been warmth, feel and the passing the shawl through a wedding ring.

Even so, they have come down in price quite a lot in the last few years.

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I want to know how to tie a scarf like this…
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ask your father he can show you

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I have a lot of fashion scarves but i don’t know what looks great with them?

omg they can look nice with anything. you can wear it with a plain tee. I do. and skinny jeans. or a skirt. I don’t wear them with frilly shirts though it gets too busy. leather jackets. cardigans. Dresses. anything. it is one of those things that can go with anything.

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Do you think a girl is wierd if she wears a scarf on her head for religious reasons? Would you think of her as a good person or a bad person? Would you think she is just plain wierd?
Or would you befriend her and not care about her looks?
Thx for the help!

it doesnt matter, it just means she respects and follows through with her religion. i giver her kudos for that, it takes a lot of gut to stand up to it. especially in america where the mouths of its citizens ooze prejudice and judgemental comments. why would you discriminate someone because of their religion?
does the fact that someone wears a cross make them bad? good? wierd? quite frankly, no. the article of clothing or accesory that they are wearing does not define them.

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You might find plentiful of traditional Scottish souvenirs and gift ideas that spring to mind, but none will ever be as familiar as Scottish tartan. To the majority tartan is just a fabric, but it has actually been part of Scottish culture and history for generations and anyone who originates from there will know that there is a fascinating and interesting story behind it. It started off when the Act of Proscription was brought out to make it illegal for Scots to wear tartan, including kilts and their highland dress. This was done to try and control the warrior clans by dissipating the Gaelic culture. This didn’t last for long, as when King George III came to power in 1782, he allowed it again. So, you see, tartan has a lot of history to it and is more than a fancy pattern and fabric.

Tartan is not just one design; there are all kinds of varied patterns and colours. Depending on what clan you belonged to, was the colour and pattern of your tartan design. The clan was a sign of the area you came from and showed for other clans where you belonged. Two clans would not have the same design.

Most commonly tartan is thought of as a woollen blanket or a kilt. Anyone who has been to Scotland will know there are plenty of other items to be found covered in tartan designs. Some of these include hats and scarves, biscuit tins and notebooks and even teddy bears.

In the cities and towns around Scotland you will find plenty of Scottish crafts and souvenirs to bring home. Each city has its own unique character and a large choice of shopping areas. Visit Glasgow and you will find designer items at Princes Square mall and a range of excellent Scottish souvenirs and crafts all over the city.

Edinburgh has a quite different atmosphere and Princes Street is occupied of traditional department stores and designer shops. Head to Georges Street with its boutiques stores or up to The Grass market area and Victoria Street where you’ll find some great Scottish gift ideas.

Kinloch Anderson is well established producers and retailers of the highland dress and tartan design. They can offer a vast range of tartan.

The Scots are well known travelers and due to this sense of adventure have settled in many different countries all over the world. You will find people of Scottish origin throughout Europe, America and in Asia. Their home might well be in a far off country but their heart remains in Scotland. So when it comes to buying or receiving gifts, something with a Scottish angle will surely be a welcomed surprise and will remind them of their home country and their families.

Look online for ideas and Scottish tartan gifts and souvenirs for those homesick family members and friends. There are a huge number of products that will plea to all types and ages. There are some great sites with an extensive selection of products to pick from. Buy direct online and have them delivered straight to your home. Online you can find anything from confectionary, glassware, t-shirts, stationery items or toys, even a national flag to fly from your home to proudly show everyone that you are a proud Scot.

If you want more quality items, look for glassware products or items of clothing, whilst if you just would like something cheap and cheerful there is always the famous ‘see you jimmy’ hat to put a smile on a friend’s face. Or if it is sweets you are longing for then buy some confectionary. Edinburgh Rock is a delicacy if you’ve never tried it before, or traditional Scottish Tablet is full of sugar, flavor, just like Granny used to make.

Popular items are clothing and flags or towels ideal for the beach or at home. Writing pads and notepads are also attractive gifts and come in a gift box all wrapped up ready to go.

Check online for novelty Scottish tartan gifts for all ages and you are sure to find a wide choice of souvenirs and gifts.

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This routine consists of a thorough cleansing, even if you are not wearing make-up, massage and then a face pack. Pull your hair back from your face and cover it with a scarf. Either cover your clothes with a smoke or towel or wear a dressing gown. Start by thoroughly cleansing your face. If you are removing make-up before you start your facial, it is a good idea to cleanse twice.

Make sure that all the cleanser is removed with tissue especially in the creases at the sides of the nose and centre of the chin. After you have tissued off the cleanser go over your face again with a little cotton wool squeezed in cold water.

The next step is to massage your face. Make sure your hands are clean before you start the massage, otherwise your cleansing will be in vain. The purpose of the massage is to relax the facial muscles and stimulate the circulation. During a massage routine, blood circulation accelerates the deposits of lactic acid and get washed out of the muscles. When you give yourself a massage you should spend about five to ten minutes on it to get maximum relaxation.

Begin the massage by placing the pads of both thumbs firmly between the eye-brows. Using firm and even pressure slide them slowly down either side of the nose moving out from its base over the cheeks to the jaw bone. This will empty the facial vein and prepare for the stimulus of massage. Now dab a soothing cream on your skin and rub it evenly over the face. Starting at the base of the throat work upward, using the backs of the hands, to the point of the chin. The sides and the back of the neck should be massaged with the fingertips using upward circular movements. When a movement is finished return to the starting point.

Starting at the centre of the upper lip, use circular movements out as far as the cheekbones. Working from the centre of the upper lip, use circular movements out towards the centre of the cheeks.

Care must be taken not to stretch the skin when you give yourself a massage.

The skin under the eyes should be gently patted with. fingertips, and not massaged. Begin from the nose working. under the eyebrows with the fingertips using tiny circular movements, around the eyes to the underneath, then pat the skin very gently working towards the nose. The fore head should be lightly stroked with the fingertips in all upward direction. Then, working from in-between the brows, employ small circular movements out, and over, the eyebrows. To complete the massage, using the second and third fingers, pat over the face lightly (except the eye area. but on the cheeks and under the chin). This is. excellent for muscles which tend to sag. After about ten minutes wipe off any surplus cream with a paper tissue.

The last step is to apply a face pack. To make a face pack yourself mix about one tablespoon of Fuller’s earth with a skin tonic or an astringent. It should be a tacky paste. You could use lemon juice instead of a tonic or astringent. This has a bleaching effect and is good for sallow skins. For a sensitive skin, mix the Fuller’s earth with milk.

The purpose of applying a face pack is to draw out impurities to close the pores and remove any rough scaly surface on the skin and tighten the facial muscles. Using the pads of your fingertips spread the pack gently over the face. Use the palms of your hands to spread the pack over your neck. Do not apply the pack on thread veins if you have them. Relaxation plays an important part in the home facial routine. Settle yourself on a comfortable armchair or even better, lie on your bed. If you lie on bed, put some pillows under your legs to raise them slightly. This helps in relaxation. When you are using a face pack it is better to cover your eyes with cotton wool pads squeezed out in cold water pr preferably rose water. Alternatively, cotton wool pads dipped in a solution for bathing the eyes is also very soothing.

If you have an oily skin, leave the mask on for about ten minutes. For dry and combination skins, leave the mask on for about five minutes. Set an alarm clock so that you can really relax. If your skin feels tight and uncomfortable, do not wait for the recommended time, and remove the pack immediately. Remove the mask with warm water and cotton wool. Lightly swab off the face pack, taking care not to drag the skin. After that dab on “Some skin tonic if you have combination or dry skin and astringent if your skin is oily. If your skin is very dry, use a little moisturizer. Do not apply make-up immediately after your facial as your skin may go blotchy.

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I want to tie my scarf like how they have it in this picture. If anyone could write a clear description or possibly have a video that would be great!

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That scarf is just tied around the back of your neck, its the way the scarf is cut.

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you can show modesty with out wearing a head scarf?
i kno muslim girls who have myspace that take pictures
in jeans and sports bras( but they still have their head scarf on)
is that modest?

muslims donot wear headscarfs ro be 'modest' they wear them because in their religion it is rude to expose ur head to GOD…

there's a post somewhere where a girl who went on a trip was asked to cover her head with a scarf before she entered a dargah and she got 'offended' because she thought it is 'opression of men' to ask her to wear a scarf.how is that 'opression',i donno?nobody's FORCING nybody now-a-days no matter what people say.i agree that the actual reason cited is that it is for modesty,but for every religious rule,there is a scientific reason too.by asking the women to cover up it helps them not getting unwanted male attention,nothing wrong in that.everybody while going out in the sun covers their head with a scarf,so why are only muslim women put under spotlight?

i agree that wearing jeans and sport bras,but still covering ur head is kinda…stupid…but hair is an integral part of a woman's body,only upon a time hair is the only part of the body that was exposed,thus leading men to get attracted to it,so muslim women were asked to cover it up.

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im just starting to knit, and i want to knit a scarf.
With size 11 needles how many stitches would i need to make a nice scarf, when wearing it i want it to go to my waist. so it be nice to get answers, and different types of beginner scarf styles with the number of stitches. thnaks so much
When I learned to knit the first thing I knit was a sweater that had color changes in the middle of the pattern. The reason I am mentioning this is that I found a pattern that is just beautiful and the only thing you will have to do is follow the instructions or e-mail me for help. The pattern can be made with any size needle as she mentioned and as far as the length is that would be up to you to stop when it is long enough for you. If you don't want to try this let me know and I will search more for you.

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Modern fashions make it easier than ever to appear more slender, no matter what size you are. Here are ten instant ways to appear thinner just by making small changes to the way you dress.

Dress According to Your Body Type
The type of clothes that will be most slenderizing will depend on your particular body type. Are you heavier on the top or on the bottom? Are you an hourglass or are you fairly straight from your shoulders to your knees? Once you have taken an inventory of your pluses and minuses, it is just a matter of emphasizing the positive and deemphasizing the negative.

Here are some tips for each body type.

If you are heavier on the top:
Choose tops with a loose fit, which then slim down to hug the hips and waist.

Opt for thin fabrics, such as cotton or cotton jersey, which are less likely to add bulk.

Create the illusion of length by sticking to one color, down to the shoes.

Choose long jackets without shoulder pads.

Try a pleated skirt to bring the eye down to your lower half, and do not be afraid of shorter hem lengths.

If you are heavier on the bottom:
Even out your frame with small shoulder pads.

Wear dark pants or stockings.

Experiment with vertical lines and patterns.

Wear long tops that go past your hips.

Wear prints only on the top.

Look for jackets, tailored suits and shirtwaist dresses with straight, classic cuts.

If you are not so curvy:
Add dimension with patterns.

Try loose flowery clothing and draw attention towards your face with colorful earrings and scarves.

If you are an hourglass:
Wear fabrics that show off your figure by draping loosely.

Emphasize your waist with a belt.

Show off some cleavage with a V neck.

Celebrate your curves. Lots of women would love to be voluptuous. I, for one, encourage you to flaunt it (at the level you feel comfortable doing so, of course.)

Slenderizing Tips for all Body Types:

Stand tall, elongate your neck, and square your shoulders. Good posture and proper breathing are two of the quickest ways you can look and feel good, whether you are a size 2 or size 22.

Instead of covering your neck with turtleneck tops and sweaters, which can make your face look wider, opt for V neck tops and dresses that enhance your facial features.
Straight legged pants tend to create a leaner look than flared bell bottoms.

If you are 5 feet 4 and under, look for dresses that hit just above or at the knee.

Empire waists create a clean, elongated look.

Experiment with eye catching jewelry and accessories.

To create the illusion of length, think monochromatic. If you have a black outfit, for example, and you wear a white belt, you have just broken the smooth, lean line and created the illusion of bulk. To minimize this effect, wear a dark belt and dark stockings with a dark outfit. Of course, it is no fun to dress all in one color (unless it is fuschia), so this is one rule that is meant to be broken. You can add funky accessories, such as handbags and shoes, while maintaining the illusion of length.

Be careful with pleated pants, which tend to add bulk to the mid section.

Try an A line. “A line” dresses have always been at the top of the list for hiding those areas that cause the most concern for women.

When choosing a swimming suit, there are lots of chic styles available now that come with a skirt. If you feel more comfortable concealing your hips and thighs, do so. I started wearing a skirted suit years ago, and I love no longer feeling self conscious at the pool or the beach. Plus, it gives me the flexibility to be active in my suit (which usually entails chasing my kids) without worrying about exposing myself.

Wear proper undergarments. There was a time when women had great difficulty finding appropriately sized bras, but today there is a wide variety of sexy undergarments for all women who want to feel sensuous and comfortable. Plenty of specialty stores will help you find just the right bra or even have your bra custom sized. Undergarments that fit right will make all the difference in your look, and they can really help you to feel more comfortable in the skin you are in.

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