Chances are, you probably use burlap a lot in your garden, from protecting plants to combating weeds. Since each new year may require new burlap if you leave it outside the entire season, replacing it ...

Another question you might have is: Do I have to cut poly burlap with a hot knife? The short answer is—no, you don’t. But since the strands are heavier, it does tend to unravel more than other mesh.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in STEM in Iowa 2025, an annual special section distributed in The Gazette ...

Abstract: Microrobots climbing on fabrics are well-suited for reconnaissance and rescue tasks in indoor environments. However, achieving stable adhesion while maintaining a simplified locomotion ...

Close-up of braided jute fibers - Abhishek Mehta/Getty Images Jute and burlap aren't quite the same thing, but it's not surprising that many people think otherwise — the terms are often used ...

Burlap fabric can be a great way to add rustic and organic texture to your space both indoors and out. This is especially true of burlap bags, which are used often to hold coffee beans, potatoes, ...

FARGO — Burlap: Rustic Chic Boutique opened its doors to the public in 2015, with a chalkpaint-forward, farmhouse- and cottage-inspired vibe that was all the rage at the time. Ten years later, the ...

You’d be forgiven for not knowing the name Madalena Santos Reinbolt (1919–1976). Her current exhibition at New York’s American Folk Art Museum is the self-taught Afro-Brazilian artist’s first museum ...

Attention potato lovers - your spuds could triple their shelf life if stored in a lesser-known spot. It was once believed that storing potatoes in the fridge, typically the go-to place for prolonging ...