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 * ...that a shell stitch (example pictured) is a crochet motif often used for decorative borders?
 * ...that Indian trade unionist Dutta Samant led an estimated 200,000 workers on a year-long strike in 1982, causing the exodus of the textile mill industry from Mumbai?
 * ...that short draw is a hand spinning technique that produces yarn suitable for weaving but not knitting?

Source

 * 1) 12 January 2008, Main Page appearance.
 * 2) Recent additions 79, Numbered archive of Main Page appearance.
 * 3) 29 February 2008, Main Page appearance.