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How to Build a Time Machine

First, the bad news. Not only I don’t know how to build a time machine for time travel, but no such machine exists. There is no way any of us can travel backwards or forward in time, despite the large...

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Ten Ways to Make Money at Fairs and Festivals

Are you looking for a side business or even something to become your full-time income? Do you love attending arts and crafts shows or fairs? Here are some ideas to get you started making cash at what you love to do.

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A Renaissance Fair

In times past fairs were gatherings where people came to buy and sell their wares. While work was involved, fairs also offered people a chance to get out and meet people they had not seen in a while as well...

8 comments    travel fun music
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How To Make Chainmail

Chain mail (also written as chainmail) was a more protective outfit worn by ancient soldiers that evolved to offer more defense than leather or padded garments. The material is a mesh or matrix of metal...

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The History and Wearing of Kilts

A kilt is the pleated, tartan skirt best-known as the national costume of Scotland. In modern fashion, kilts don't have to be just plaid and can be worn by both men and women.

3 comments    fashion clothing scotland
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High School Teachers: Host Your Own Renaissance Fair - with Photos

If you're looking for a great way for school clubs to raise money, for students to experience hands-on learning, and for everyone to have a blast, to boot, consider hosting your own high school Renaissance...

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GA Renaissance Festival: A Jolly Old Time, with Great Videos!

Yeah...okay, so maybe I'm a dork...or a geek. Although I always considered myself to be more of an old hippie. Anyway, I love a good renaissance fair! You can't imagine how much fun they are until you attend...

0 comments    travel atlanta knights
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Lace Cravats For The Discerning Gentleman

If you're a man wishing to reclaim lace, why not indulge yourself with a lace cravat? Once all the rage among Regency gentleman, a lace cravat can be worn without drawing accusations of femininity, and many...

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Open a Renaissance Fair

  The Renaissance age refers to the revival of arts, literature and classical learning in Europe starting approximately during the 14th - 17th centuries. There is great debate on specific dates but...

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Renaissance Fair History and Popular Locations

Within American history there is a strong spirit of re-enactment. This is particularly the case when it comes to the Civil War where many people spend a great deal of time, money and energy in re-living some...

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