National Polk Dot Day

National Polk Dot Day

History : When was the polka dot invented?1800sThe term itself first appeared in the mid-1800s (“Scarf of muslin, for light summer wear … surrounded by a scalloped edge, embroidered in rows of round polka dots,” 1857), and “polka dot” fabrics have been intermittently fashionable ever since. Polka dots are so demure and faintly feminine. ... Polka dots come from [...]

Wacky Wednesday !

Wacky Wednesday !

It’s National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day! Ever wondered why your feline companion acts a certain way or starts meowing at you for no apparent reason? Today is the day to unravel the mystery! Cats and humans have a long and illustrious history of cohabitation. Historians believe that cats were domesticated as early as 12,000 [...]