In Flux:

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Fireman’s Parade Hats

In 2022, we were contacted by a client that hoped we would be able to restore a collection of antique fire hats, also known as “parade hats.” Of course, everyone fell in love with the hats and their history immediately. This blog will go over the history and the process of treating these hats.

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Data Loggers

Why do we care about regularly monitoring and documenting the studio’s temperature and relative humidity? Lets dive into this question and the tools we use!

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Bug Trappers

If you visit the studio, you might notice some small, white, triangular paper forms scattered throughout the studio. Upon closer inspection, you’ll see that each one is labeled with the date it was placed and its specific location in the studio and that there is a sticky pad on the interior. So, what’s the deal? Read on to find out!

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Stretcher vs. Strainer

In this post, we want to talk about an integral part of most canvas paintings: stretchers and strainers and the differences between these two auxiliary supports. Because canvas is a fabric, in most cases, it needs an auxiliary support to help make it a more paintable surface. That auxiliary support is usually either a stretcher or strainer. Let's explore the history and use of stretchers and strainers.

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The Signing of the Declaration of Independence

In 2022 we had the honor of working on a very special artifact for the Historical Society of Bensalem Township - a diorama entitled The Signing of the Declaration of Independence. The diorama artistically recreates the iconic scene of members of the Second Continental Congress signing of the Declaration of Independence in what was, at the time, the Assembly Room of Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia, PA.

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