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A Local’s Guide to Portland, Maine and Beyond

Artists have always been drawn to the state’s rocky coast and fragrant pine forests. Now that same creative spirit is fueling changes in and around the city.

By Jessica Battilana and Richard Pedaline

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The Make-Do Joys of Terrazzo

Modern artisans are transforming the centuries-old cheap but elegant method of reusing offcuts.

By Zoey Poll

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Fiber Art Is Finally Being Taken Seriously

Long caught in the liminal space between craft and something more prestigious, works of thread and fabric are reaching newfound institutional recognition.

By Julia Halperin

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The Threads of Identity in Palestinian Embroidery

Traditional Palestinian embroidery is on UNESCO’s list of cultural heritage. Now there is a push to revive interest in the craft among younger generations.

By Raja Abdulrahim