#presevation

[growninhaiti]

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First of 3 seales completed in preparation for our first full on food forest. Swales are an excellent technique in rainwater harvesting. They capture surface runoff and send it deep into the aquifer, both nourishing trees and reducing erosion. The berms beneath them make great fertile planting beds. And best of all, swales can be dug by hand and cost you nothing. The trench can be as deep as you need - 1' is about average although I went for a full 2 feet, less if you don't plan on filling it in with anything. All the loose soil goes on the downhill side of the swale, heaped up into what is called a "berm." It acts as a retaining wall and holds water back that fills the swale. It also makes a great planting bed, as the soil is tilled and mounded up with little competition nearby, and copious water. Planting the berm will stabilize the new soil. In addition to a few fruit trees that were already planted along the contour of this property, I added mornings and a few different herbs and spices. I filled the trench with logs, sticks and leaves which will rot and provide nutrients for whatever is planted on the berm and along the contour. It’s not an easy task but well worth the effort for the labor free water and nutrients that the trees will consume. #growninhaiti #swale #permaculture #berm #garden #foodforest #reforestation #presevation #erosion #watermanagement #nutrients #soil #growth #laboroflove #haiti #ayiti #homestead

[bussinessknowledge]

Wedding Dress Cleaning 101: What Every Bride Should Know

Your wedding day is filled with unforgettable memories, and at the heart of it all is your wedding dress. From walking down the aisle to dancing the night away, your gown often takes on the day’s joyful chaos—tiny stains, makeup smudges, and even floor dust. That’s why professional cleaning is essential. In this guide, we’ll cover everything brides should know about wedding dress cleaning, and why choosing specialists like the Best Dry Cleaner in Chicago or trusted services like Urban Dry Cleaners makes all the difference.

Why Wedding Dress Cleaning Is So Important

Even if your dress looks flawless, hidden stains can spell trouble later. Sweat, oils, and invisible spills (like champagne or white wine) can oxidize over time, turning yellow or brown. Dust and dirt at the hemline can also weaken the fabric if left untreated. Proper cleaning protects delicate fabrics like silk, lace, and tulle, keeping your gown looking timeless.

When Should You Clean Your Wedding Dress?

The sooner, the better. Experts recommend having your gown cleaned within days or weeks after the wedding, before stains have time to set. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to restore the gown to its original brilliance.

What Professional Cleaning Involves

Wedding dress cleaning isn’t the same as regular dry cleaning. Professionals follow a careful process:

Inspection – Every inch of the gown is checked for stains, fabric wear, and embellishment issues.

Pre-Treatment – Stains are individually treated with gentle, fabric-safe solutions.

Delicate Cleaning – Specialized equipment ensures no shrinking, color fading, or bead damage.

Final Touches – Pressing and steaming restore the gown’s perfect finish.

DIY vs. Professional Cleaning

While spot cleaning at home may sound convenient, it’s risky. Using harsh chemicals or even too much water can permanently damage delicate fabrics. This is why most brides turn to specialists. If you’re local, searching for the Best Dry Cleaner in Chicago ensures your gown is in expert hands. Brides also often trust Urban Dry Cleaners, known for their experience in handling couture and designer dresses with the care they deserve.

Tips for Brides Before Sending the Dress

Avoid trying to remove stains yourself—especially wine, lipstick, or dirt.

Store your gown in a breathable garment bag until cleaning.

Communicate details to the cleaner (like where stains are or if the gown has special embellishments).

What’s Next? Preservation

After cleaning, many brides choose wedding dress preservation. This involves packaging the gown in acid-free materials, protecting it from yellowing and long-term damage. Cleaning is the first and most crucial step before preservation.

Final Thoughts

Your wedding gown holds priceless memories, and cleaning it properly ensures it stays just as beautiful as on your wedding day. Whether you’re looking for the Best Dry Cleaner in Chicago or considering trusted experts like Urban Dry Cleaners, choosing the right professional ensures your dress is cleaned safely, beautifully, and ready for preservation.

[hollywoodseagull]

Getting ahead with installing window and doors in our Nagual Yoga Main Cabin @Cancun, Mexico 2022 Preservaron of Nature is the first goal of Nagual warrior #natur lover #nagualyoga #retreat #presevation #savetheplanet🌍 https://www.instagram.com/p/CbbN-wFptK7/?utm_medium=tumblr

[sherdnerdcollective]

The Fight to Preserve African-American History

Activists and preservationists are changing the kinds of places that are protected—and what it means to preserve them.

[treehuggingmemes]

Understanding the Deciduous Forest Biome and its Importance

Though they are not as popular as the rainforests, deciduous forests are found on almost all the continents of the world. Large tracts of these forests are predominantly found in North America, Europe and Asia.

[kieronjina]

Preservation: Love yourself enough to take the actions required for your happiness. Enough to set yourself free from the drama-filled past. Enough to feed your body and mind in a health manner. Enough to forgive yourself and enough to move on and pave the route for healing. Enough! #learning #presevation #healing #newbeginnings #organic #process #makingdreamsareality #queer #art #iamlivingthedream

[karakult]

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クリムセ (弓の舞)

Kurimuse (Bow Dance)

[preservearchives]

Favorite Film Finds of 2016

This post was written with Heidi Holmstrom. In the past year, staff in the motion picture preservation lab handled millions of feet of film. Films might come to us for inspection and repair, photoc…

Happy Holidays from Preservation Programs at the U.S. National Archives!