Sentences with phrase «rockins silk»

So the great thing about going to space is there's no friction, so once you're out of the atmosphere, it will be as smooth as silk — no turbulence, nothing.

Whether it's splurging on silk pillowcases or 1,800 - thread - count sheets, it can be worth it to spend a little more.

Aunt Martha's says the Flour Sack Dish Towels as great for silk screening, painting, and embroidery.

«The great thing about going to space is there is no friction, so once you are out of the atmosphere, it is smooth as silk — no turbulence, nothing.

I am not famous nor rich, but the in - air staff treated me, and seemingly every passenger, like we were., Though I felt like I and my well - worn Diane Von Furstenberg silk travel pants paired with J. Crew turtleneck pretty much negated any chance I had at fitting in with the business class crowd, the flight attendants never made me feel like I didn't belong.

Although it sounds like a sci - fi dream wrapped in an Onion article, Bolt Threads — a San Francisco - based startup that wants to disrupt the retail industry by mass - producing spider silk — is very much a real thing.

In addition to the aforementioned tanks of yeast, the tie is a good vehicle for casually referencing scientists» previous failed attempts at mass producing spider silk (a valuable material that is tougher than regular silk and can be machine washed.)

Spider silks» properties, which include incredible strength, durability, flexibility, and the ability to conduct heat, make more sense for athletic gear or winter jackets than they do for ties.

Real enough, in fact, that it not only convinced high - profile funds including Formation 8 and Founders Fund to invest more than $ 90 million, it also just unveiled its first product: a spider silk tie made from genetically modified yeast fermented in tanks.

Facebook staffers are welcome to stop by and play in Ben Barry's Analog Research Laboratory, a large, sunlit studio with laser cutters, woodworking tools, a letter press machine and silk screening supplies.

My favorite pillow is a silk case memory foam one that's on the firmer side, so I can usually expect an adjustment period of at least one night whenever I try out new pillows.

Next, we'll head to a circus school where you will have a short yoga and core warm - up, and then get on the fabric to try your talents at aerial silks.

«Did you know that a spider silk farm in Madagascar was able to produce 80 feet of silk despite the fact that the spiders started eating each other?»

Pinckney also found success with crops like silk and ginger.

The possibilities for a one - of - a-kind silk - screen cover are endless.

It's made of 100 % silk, soft hand - rolled edges, great colors in an attractive printed paisley pattern, and it's a good value at $ 25

Above all else, this is the inspiration behind Bolt Threads, a fledgling company in Emeryville, Calif., that has leveraged technology to crack the mysteries of spider silk and replicate the recipe commercially.

Pros: It's made of 100 % silk, the gingham pattern is highly versatile and perfect for spring and summer outfits, you've got a ton of color options, and it's a great value at only $ 10

A subtle tie - in This boardroom - ready tie, made of 100 % Italian silk, is subtly embroidered with the offi cial Vancouver 2010 Olympic logo.

Pros: It's made of 100 % silk, soft hand - rolled edges, great colors in an attractive printed paisley pattern, and it's a good value at $ 25

It's made of 100 % silk, the gingham pattern is highly versatile and perfect for spring and summer outfits, you've got a ton of color options, and it's a great value at only $ 10

At only $ 10, you may as well grab two or three of these Nordstrom silk squares to add to your stable.

The polyester is woven into an exceptionally fine thread, for a fabric that feels about as close to silk as you're going to get without paying many, many more dollars.

She is dressed, as she almost always is, in a dark blazer with a silk scarf tied in a bow around her neck.

According to its website, Seraphine items have been spotted on the likes of Jessica Alba and Lily Allen, and their silk pregnancy dresses cost anywhere from $ 139 to $ 375.

The Magnetie is made of the best quality silk and has two sides with exclusive stitching.

In Canada, one of the companies spearheading the trend is Montreal - based Frank & Oak, a men's online clothing store specializing in premium basics like Oxford shirts and silk ties.

He bursts into sight in a cloud of energy, dressed in silk pantaloons and tight white stockings, comes to a stop in the middle of the stage with his hands on his hips and his feet apart, and stands with his legs radiating power and purpose.

Button - ups can be problematic if you're prone to sweating, and if that's the case, avoid colored silk or light blue.

He enlisted his art teacher for a silk - screening tutorial, then bought the necessary equipment — paint, a press, and cotton tees — and set up a small shop in his parents» house.

Not only must Bolt Threads constantly refine its technology, it must also maintain a factory where it produces its spider silk — and now it has to sell clothing and other goods.

He declined to say which Best Made products will incorporate spider silk.

In Bolt Threads» case, the company uses yeast to «make spider silk protein instead of alcohol.»

Still, it's going to take more time for the company to hone its silk - making so that it's economically viable.

This particular silk, used by spiders to lower themselves like mini mountain climbers, is noted for its durability and toughness, making it useful as a possible biodegradable material for clothing.

But because spiders are particularly territorial and hungry, it's difficult for researchers to get them to produce silk in bulk without eating each other, Widmaier said.

Jaffe also suggests a three - quarter sleeve top paired with a skinny silk scarf (or neck bandana) for an added burst of color.

Enjoy sweeping ocean views at this Feng Shui - inspired spa during relaxing services like aroma stone therapy and a Japanese silk booster facial.

A white cotton shirt, a silk blouse, a neutral pump and a nice bag are all good foundational pieces.

But he said he's hoping some sort of «soft goods» apparel will debut in fall that uses the silk, although he doesn't want to make any promises.

Bolt Threads has caught the attention of venture capitalists with technology that it claims can produce artificial spider silk that can be used to create clothing.

I also recommend sticking with a slim - to - medium tie, perhaps a nice silk or cotton knit to complement the OCBD's more casual look, with a classic four - in - hand knot instead of a bulkier Windsor or half - Windsor that may clash with the softer button - down collar.

For your staple tie, it's hard to beat black, and this luxurious silk tie from Turnbull and Asser hits every mark.

In order to do this, I have a non-negotiable, highly specific checklist of the few things I won't fly without — a small silk pillow, face mist, an external battery pack, lip balm, and a book of crossword puzzles.

With the help of Academy Award — winning Lord of the Rings costume designer Ngila Dickson, Parker inflicted silk brocade vests and three - quarter - length jackets on the men, and velvet - and - silk numbers for the ladies.

Andrew: My own father was always trying to get out of the silk mill.

Retailers turn to Li & Fung because its resources make it uniquely equipped to find the Mexican port that can accept a shipment sooner, to persuade a Chinese fabric maker to cut an extra thousand square feet of silk faster, and to coax a factory in Bangladesh to fill an order more cheaply.

Dan Widmaier, Bolt Threads CEO talks about producing new, wearable and sustainable material from spider silk.

It offers passengers a six - foot, eight - inch extra-wide bed (silk and cotton duvet) with a built - in massager, wardrobe, 23 - inch LCD screen and private mini-bar.

Tao's design uses tiny gold antennae embedded in a purified silk substrate that can be dunked into liquids like milk or pasted onto eggs or bananas or other foods using the silk's own sticky, glue - like properties.