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Small Business Saturday: 5 Reasons to Shop Small this Holiday Season
2016 marks the 6th anniversary of the national shopping holiday, Small Business Saturday. The day encourages folks to "shop small" versus visiting big box stores on Black Friday or Cyber...
Our Future is Woven by Our Past: One of Maine’s Oldest Industries Honors the State’s Oldest Park
MONMOUTH, MAINE: One of Maine's greatest natural treasures, Acadia National Park, is celebrating its centennial this year, and Maine Heritage Weavers is excited to be a part of the celebration...
Old Wagon Wheel: Bates Blankets & Vintage Western Style in Montana Cabin Retreat
Source: Old Wagon Wheel The Old Wagon Wheel is an idyllic cabin retreat located in the ski town of Whitefish, Montana where guests can go to relax and enjoy all the...
Museum LA Exhibit Feature - "Covering the Nation: The Art of the Bates Bedspread"
Several months ago we were approached by Museum LA of Lewiston in regards to an exhibit they were putting together featuring the history of Bates Bedspreads called "Covering the Nation: The...
Interior Design Trends: Shabby Chic
Shabby chic is an interior design style which became popular more than 20 years ago, ushered in, many say, by Rachel Ashwell - owner of Shabby Chic Couture. In her...
5 Tips | Decorating with Family Heirlooms
We all have that one quilt, bedspread, or blanket that has been in the family for years. Passed down from one generation to the next, our treasured heirlooms connect us with...
Caring for Cotton Bedspreads & Blankets | How to Stop Shedding, Pilling, Lint & Fuzz
When it comes to bedding, there are several different natural fibers on the market for consumers to choose from. Silk is treasured for its elegant luster, linen is favored for...
Time Warp! Bates Manufacturing Co. Summer, 1942
The year was 1942: The United States of America had just entered the second World War. Casablanca premiered in theaters. Instant coffee could be found for the first time in...
Old Academy Bed & Breakfast: Bates Abigail Adams Bedspreads
Source: Old Academy Bed & Breakfast Located in the beautiful Lowcountry of South Carolina, the Old Academy Bed & Breakfast gives you a chance to stay in an old schoolhouse...
Vintage Bedspreads: A Look At Chenille and Hobnail
Vintage bedspreads of all styles and types are coveted by collectors and homeowners alike. These pieces of woven nostalgia are beautifully crafted, highly decorative, and have the tendency to last...
Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge: Where Guests & Innkeepers Embrace Bates Bedspreads with Their Ocean Views
Source: Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge The Bearskin Neck Motor Lodge was opened in Rockport, MA almost 50 years ago and has retained its New England charm to this day with its...
Rugs & Carpets Made in USA
Buying American Made is a goal for many, but researching the perfect product can take time and we know just how precious your time is, especially during the summer when you'd rather be...