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Cotton is one of the number one fibers used in home textiles. Why is cotton so preferred by manufacturers and consumers alike? If you already own a Bates bedspread or...

As we kick off 2016, we're all thinking about this opportunity as a time for a reset. One of the best ways to help center yourself and to set yourself up...

As we welcome the blank slate of a fresh new year, we can’t help but look back fondly on the past 365 days.  As a company, we had a lot...

Countless time and energy goes into hosting the perfect holiday party. Between the decorations, invitations and food, there is little time left to plan any entertainment. This year, let us...

There are many things that symbolize winter in Maine.  A lot of them we hate to speak of; in the cold, dark months we avoid certain ideas like the plague.  ...

With the holidays fast approaching, many of us find ourselves racking our brains for that perfect gift. You keep asking yourself, ‘will they love it?’ This year, don’t sweat it! Get them...

2015 marks the 5th anniversary of the national shopping holiday, Small Business Saturday. The day encourages folks to "shop small" versus visiting big box stores on Black Friday or Cyber...

As the days get shorter and the air outside gets cooler, we often reach for an extra layer of warmth not only for ourselves but also for our beds. In...

  The arrival of crisp autumn air, glowing leaves, and all things pumpkin spice can only mean one thing: it’s October!  October, when the glorious peak of fall ushers in...

Fall is finally amongst us, and here in New England we love taking in the beautiful fall colors around us as well as taking advantage of the many Autumn-only activities our...

The Lebel Family and Maine Heritage Weavers recently honored the life of the late Fred Lebel, Former President of Bates Manufacturing and Founder of Maine Heritage Weavers.  A little over one...

Each year, the vibrant fall landscape attracts people to Maine - but there is more going on this time of year than just the changing foliage.  If you are planning a trip to Maine this fall,...