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Adinkra Symbols: Adinkrahene

Adinkrahene Adinkra Symbol English translation of this Adinkra symbol is "Chief of the adinkra symbols" Adinkrahene, which shows three nested circles, symbolizes greatness, charisma and leadership. This adinkra symbol is said...

Adinkra Symbols: Adinkrahene

Adinkrahene Adinkra Symbol English translation of this Adinkra symbol is "Chief of the adinkra symbols" Adinkrahene, which shows three nested circles, symbolizes greatness, charisma and leadership. This adinkra symbol is said...

Handmade Gift Certificates for Small Businesses

In this technological age making a handmade gift certificate has never been easier. My neighbour, Studio Intent, in Art Central asked me to donate a gift certificate to Ignite! Festival...

Handmade Gift Certificates for Small Businesses

In this technological age making a handmade gift certificate has never been easier. My neighbour, Studio Intent, in Art Central asked me to donate a gift certificate to Ignite! Festival...

History: Adinkra Symbols

Legend has it that Kofi Adinkra, once a chief of the Gyaman people in Ivory Coast, made a copy of the Golden Stool. This angered the Asantes so much they...

History: Adinkra Symbols

Legend has it that Kofi Adinkra, once a chief of the Gyaman people in Ivory Coast, made a copy of the Golden Stool. This angered the Asantes so much they...

17th Avenue Calgary Street Fashion

17th Avenue Calgary is where you can find the most fashionable street wear in the city. Walking down 17th ave in Calgary and saw these two beautiful girls. I had...

17th Avenue Calgary Street Fashion

17th Avenue Calgary is where you can find the most fashionable street wear in the city. Walking down 17th ave in Calgary and saw these two beautiful girls. I had...

Holiday Advertising: How soon is too soon?

On January 16th I was watching television and there was a commercial for Easter eggs. As a business owner I am all for making customers aware of the products you...

Holiday Advertising: How soon is too soon?

On January 16th I was watching television and there was a commercial for Easter eggs. As a business owner I am all for making customers aware of the products you...

Picking and Choosing Festivals and Craft Fairs

Over the years, EJ WIPS Designs (now Alora Boutique) has been to a range of festivals in the Calgary (#yyc) area. We have been to small community fairs and large...

Picking and Choosing Festivals and Craft Fairs

Over the years, EJ WIPS Designs (now Alora Boutique) has been to a range of festivals in the Calgary (#yyc) area. We have been to small community fairs and large...