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Terms and Goals of Object Consideration for Sale in the Gallery Gift Shop
Please read the details below regarding submission of merchandise for sale in the gift shop.
View and download the application here.
Invitation to Applicants
Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the City of Brea Art Gallery Gift Shop! Our goal is to provide a unique shopping experience for our patrons by highlighting local artists. We are always looking for new, talented artists to sell their handcrafted items in our store. Please read this overview of the consignor relationship with the Gallery and follow the directions to submit your artwork for consideration.
Eligible Work:
The Gallery is looking for unique, one of a kind items that are made by local artists and artisans. All submitted items must be hand made by the artist with a high standard of craftsmanship and design. Our target audience typically spends $5-$25 dollars in the gift shop, sometimes up to $50 dollars on special occasions, therefore we are looking for quality merchandise at an affordable price.
Selection Process:
Initial interested parties must fill out the following application and submit at least five images along with the retail price, availability, and medium of each item. Once we review the submission, we will contact the artist if we feel that their work is a good fit for the Gallery Gift Shop. If the artist is accepted, they will be sent a packet of information and forms to fill out and an appointment will be made to turn in the completed paperwork and discuss procedures.
Evaluation Criteria for Consideration*:
Consideration will be given to each submitted item based upon the following: design, use of materials, uniqueness, quality, durability, and marketability.
Each object submitted must be well designed. Consideration will be given to choice of materials appropriate to intended use. Items must be unique, yet professionally made. The distinction of high quality for an affordable price is our main objective in selecting items for sale in the gift shop.
An object must be handmade by the applicant. Issues of durability, assembly, execution and appropriate finish will be considered.
The Gallery Staff has extensive knowledge of what types of merchandise are successful in our Gift Shop, as well as what products sell well in other locations or within similar settings. This knowledge is used to help determine whether or not submitted merchandise will be accepted into the Gift Shop.
*Please note that the Gallery reserves the right to turn down applications based upon the discretion of the Gallery Staff.
Important Procedures to Note:
- The Gallery receives a 30% commission and the Consignor receives 70% of the selling price.
- Items in the Gift Shop are sold at a 25% discount to members, on opening reception nights (4 times a year), and during holiday sales. For discounted items, the Consignor receives 85% of the selling price (63.75% of the original price) and the Gallery receives 15% commission.
- New merchandise is typically brought in three to four times a year.
- Appointments must be made with at least one week prior notice.
- Payment for items sold are sent to consignors three to four times a year. Artist warrant a payout if their balance exceeds twenty dollars.
To apply, please send the following to email@example.com with the subject line "Gift Shop Application":
- Application Form
- Artist Bio,Statement, or Resume
- Images of at least five items with required information (retail price, availability, medium) for each piece
If Accepted, You Will Receive the Following:
- Acceptance Letter
- Consignment Agreement/Contract
- Direct Deposit Form &Voided Check Request
- Checklist of information to be submitted
- Blank Inventory Sheet
Thank you so much for your interest in the Gallery Gift Shop!
Gallery Staff


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It sounds a little pathetic, but these days the only dinner guests in my house are of the 11-year-old girl variety, so I never get the opportunity to pull out all the stops and make a five-course dinner and blog about it. Not that I'm complaining.
No, I'm more about feeding my family than impressing guests, the rare exception being those Sunday mornings when I wake up and remember that I have some other parent's child under my roof–and that it would probably reflect badly on me if I let her go home hungry. (I can hear it now: "They only have soymilk and weird brown bread and there are cats everywhere and Mrs. V kept talking about Satan!*")
So I'm always a gracious host and do my best to feed the little visitors. But when the visitor is used to bacon, cinnamon rolls, and Fruit Loops with whole milk–and my usual breakfast options are oatmeal, smoothies, and whole-grain cereal with soy milk–then we have a problem. Even my special occasion, tofu-based breakfasts of omelets or quiches or frittatas are out of the question when the guest thinks that tofu is "pukey" and wants nothing to do with it, even the deep fried kind in the Chinese take-out she refused to eat the night before.
[Note to parents of E's friends: This guest-child is a composite, exaggerated for effect, not your little princess. Rest assured that when she spent the night with us, your daughter was a perfect angel, eagerly eating whatever was put before her at the table without making gagging sounds or miming barfing into her lap. Your child has never done that in my house. Really. Almost never.]
So, to my way of thinking, it comes down to two options: pancakes or muffins. D is more of the pancake maker of the household, so if he happens to be awake (ha!) I'll usually pass the spatula to him.
I personally prefer making muffins because, frankly, they're easier. Mix 'em up, pour 'em in, and let 'em bake–no standing over a hot skillet waiting for bubbles to appear. I can be checking my email or reading the Sunday paper while the house fills with the heavenly aroma of muffins baking. They also keep well, so if the rest of the house sleeps for another hour or two, no harm done; I'll usually save them a couple.
Since I don't cook breakfast very often, when I make muffins I like to shake it up and try different recipes, never cooking them the same way twice so that I'll have something new to blog about, something that isn't made of eggplant. Consequently, I'm never exactly sure that they'll be edible. Once I tried to make quick cinnamon rolls, adapting a recipe that was on the Vegetarian Times website, but the fat-free vegan treatment just didn't work for them and they came out misshapen and tasting like cinnamon-flavored dog biscuits. The kids called them Cinnamon Splats and used them to play hockey in the driveway. [Children are such a joy.]
So it was with some trepidation that I tried another cinnamon-heavy recipe, especially since the guest last Sunday morning was the same girl I'd tried to poison with Cinnamon Splats. I managed to be out of the room taking photos of the muffins (just in case) when the rest of the family sat down to eat, so it was only after the fact that I heard that they were, indeed, delicious.
Actually, I didn't hear that from our guest, but D and E insist that she did, in fact, give them the Omnivore Seal of Approval. I ate mine a little later, after it had been photographed half to death, and I found it tasty but a little on the bland side. D and E apparently ate theirs with margarine–so much for fat-free–and E liked them so much that she asked for them again the next morning. (Sorry, they're all gone, but have you tried my licorice version?) So consider these kid-tested, mother…yeah, whatever.
*The only "Satan" I ever talk about is seitan. But yep, that's how I pronounce it.
Cinnamon Swirl Muffins
- 1 cup unbleached flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour I used white whole wheat
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
- 1/3 cup soy yogurt -may substitute apple sauce
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup soy milk or other non-dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup agave nectar
- 4 tablespoons sugar -substitute agave nectar if you dare
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Preheat oven to 350F. Spray muffin tin with non-stick spray or use a silicone muffin pan. (I find it best not to use paper liners–the muffins will stick to them.)
- Mix together dry ingredients (flour through flax seeds) in a large bowl. In a smaller bowl, mix wet ingredients (yogurt through agave). In an even smaller bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and stir just until thoroughly moistened. Do not beat or overmix. Spoon about 1 heaping tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup. Sprinkle each half-full muffin with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar and fill with remaining batter. Sprinkle remaining cinnamon sugar over each muffin. Take a toothpick or thin knife, insert it into the batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for 17-22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional info is approximate.
If cinnamon swirl doesn't float your boat, how about trying one of my other muffin recipes (Cinnamon Splats not included):

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Election: Status quo would be stock market nightmareOctober 5, 2012: 7:50 AM ET
Investors are watching the race for the White House like hawks because, when it comes to the fate of the fiscal cliff, there is a lot riding on the Nov. 6 election.
Given all the partisan bickering over how to solve the nation's growing debt, and more immediately, how to avoid the simultaneous onset of tax increases and spending cuts that will be triggered on Jan. 1, the worst possible outcome would be status quo in Washington, said BlackRock's iShares global chief investment strategist Russ Koesterich.
Related: Warning: Stock correction may be coming
"With a Republican sweep, investors can remove the risk of tax hikes, and with a Democratic sweep, there will also be an agreement that allows the economy to avoid the fiscal cliff," said Koesterich. "But with an Obama win, a Republican House and a Democratic Senate, there will just be more heated discussions and a greater likelihood that we will fall over the cliff."
The ramifications of political brinkmanship? Of 17 top economists surveyed by CNNMoney, 14 believe that Washington's failure to address the fiscal cliff would cause the economy to tumble into a new recession. And that would throw financial markets in turmoil.
Related: Romney wins debate -- on Intrade
Though it wouldn't be pretty, Koesterich said the one bright spot with reaching the fiscal cliff would be the buying opportunity it would create in financial markets. But leading up to that point, Koesterich recommends a defensive approach. Socking money away in dividend-paying blue chip stocks would be among those safe defensive moves.>
Though the fiscal cliff is a big risk for the market in the short-term, Koesterich notes that the election outcome won't have much of an impact on portfolios over the long-term.
"There's no historical evidence that proves a Democratic or Republican president is better for the stock market, or that divided government is good for the market," said Koesterich. "It's all a myth."


text: Welcome!At "Become A Better Baker", our goal is to help bakers of all skill levels and ages bake better and have fun doing it. Whether you have never baked before or are an experienced baker, you will find tips, techniques, activities and recipes that are tailored for you. Our team of experienced bakers from the ACH Food Companies Test Kitchens are dedicated to sharing our passion for baking and helping everyone pursue their passion to Become A Better Baker. Welcome, and we hope you enjoy!


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Emotion stands out for its easy manoeuvrability, compact folding and lightweight. It is a highly popular stroller because of its attractive design and modern colors, while it is also one of the most functional and practical on the market. With the use of available car seat adapters, Emotion becomes a useful stroller from birth to 55 pounds.
From 6 months to 25 kg
Light and manoeuvrable
Emotion's light weight makes its everyday use a joy and the one-piece handlebar allows it to be steered with just one hand.
Reclining back
Seat reclines up to 150º making Emotion suitable from 3 months and up.
Compact, simple to fold
Easy to fold into a very compact size.
Shock absorbers on all four wheels
Shock absorbers on each wheel ensure optimal ride comfort. The tyres are mounted on ball bearings and made of the same long-lasting material as skateboards. This ensures great manoeuvrability.
Compatible with a car seat
Can accommodate Graco and Maxi Cosi brand car seats with the purchase of an adapter. In this way Emotion can be used from birth.
Removable and washable fabric
Durable and easy to clean fabric keeps it looking new.
Large carry basket
The oversized carry basket has a capacity of 3.7 gallons.
Canopy window
Its magnetic closure allows you to quietly peek in on baby.
Five point harness
Adjustable and includes shoulder pads.
Large footrest
Can be adjusted into 2 positions.
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The health benefits of Turmeric have been recognized in the Orient for hundreds of years, where it is used to treat everyday problems such as indigestion and
flatulence, as well as more serious problems such as diabetes, HIV, high cholesterol, arthritis,
Alzheimer's disease, cancer, heartburn,
jaundice, liver disorders, and menstrual problems.
Used as a topical poultice, organic turmeric powder can reduce
inflammation and relieve wounds, cuts, and bruises.
Turmeric can help reduce the inflammation associated with asthma. Add 2 capsules of turmeric powder with a glass of warm water or even milk, and drink for an effective home remedy against asthma.
Here is another old home remedy using turmeric powder:
For fractures, sprains, and herniated disks and internal injuries, dip a
piece of cotton fabric into warm turmeric oil.
Cover the outer
skin of the affected area.
Tape it in place and leave overnight.
Take 2 capsules of organic turmeric powder with a warm glass of
milk or water, and drink it before bed time to prevent internal inflammation
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The kitchen sink taps in Villeroy & Boch's Como series are streamlined all-rounders. The highly functional tap design is emphasised by a minimalist, clearly defined shape. A wide selection of versions for all kitchen sink scenarios and practical features ensure maximum ease of use in everyday life.
An outstanding kitchen sink deserves an equally outstanding tap. Villeroy & Boch's kitchen taps and fittings coordinate harmoniously with the sink designs and are available in different versions for every layout scenario - ensuring a perfect solution even for smaller spaces. Many kitchen taps include a retractable hand spray allowing easy cleaning of large items of crockery.
Anyone who enjoys washing up in daylight will fall in love with a kitchen tap and sink unit from Villeroy & Boch. The Como Window & Como Shower Window kitchen taps from the Como collection are stylish solutions if your kitchen sink is in front of a window. Simply remove the mixer tap and place it on the drainage area or in the sink, then replace the tap afterwards – without the need for any tools.
If you frequently handle large pots in the kitchen or simply have a lot of washing-up to do, choose a kitchen tap with pull out spray head from Villeroy & Boch. A pull out tap head allows you to direct the water where it needs to go whenever you want. Cleaning your kitchen accessories becomes child's play with a kitchen mixer with a pull out spray head
Kitchen mixer taps and fittings are used several times a day and have to withstand a lot. Villeroy & Boch kitchen taps and sink plugs are made from high-quality stainless steel. The taps and fittings are very easy to clean, durable and keep their shine for a long time.
You can find everything you need for your kitchen sink at Villeroy & Boch. The high-quality metal kitchen sink mixers and fittings are designed to complement the sinks from the traditional manufacturer. Whether classic and cosy or modern, the right tap makes your sink area blend in with the décor of your kitchen.
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With copper prices down from an all-time high, thefts have declined somewhat, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau. However, copper and other metal thefts are still a serious and costly problem throughout the United States, especially for electrical contractors. Catching criminals in the Raleigh, N.C., area is now much easier due to the creative use of banking technology recently installed at the scrap yard of Raleigh Metal Recycling.
"After discussions with our city and county law enforcement, we knew we had to help," said Gregory Brown, CEO of Raleigh Metal Recycling. "We studied various technologies used in many industries and reviewed new technologies being used in Detroit, where we have another company. We learned that cash withdrawn from a cash draw is not traceable, and with universal access to computers, check fraud has become a huge crime. From this analysis, we made the decision to invest in a comprehensive solution used in today's banking industry."
At the heart of the solution are automated teller machines (ATMs) that take and store digital photos of scrap sellers collecting cash. Additional photos of the seller, the material sold and an electronic scan of the seller's driver's license are then electronically linked to the ATM photos. One electronic file then contains all the data about the seller to the metal sold, including the seller's signature.
According to Raleigh Metal Recycling, police officers and investigators appreciate the system because they have everything they need to make their case. With the ATM photo, a person cannot deny they received money for the metal. The ATM creates a paper, photographic and electronic trail which, Brown said, is helping put an end to metal theft.
"We are determined to do whatever we can to solve and reduce the frequency of these crimes. Scrap metal remains a critical component of America's energy policy due to the enormous energy savings when manufacturing new metal from recycled metal versus manufacturing new metal from mined material. Recycling grows the economy efficiently while creating jobs, but this must not be at the expense of theft," he said. "We are the largest recycling company in Raleigh, buying recyclables from industrial companies and the public. This application of this technology is one of our investments to help reduce crime in the community."


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Feast of the Cross in Belgrade
28. September 2011 - 10:31
His Holiness Irinej, Serbian Patriarch served yesterday, on the Feast of the Cross, the Hierarchal Divine Liturgy in Belgrade's church of St. Mark the Apostle and the Evangelist.
His Holiness Irinej Serbian Patriarch met today with 9 Roman Catholic priests from the Vrhnik deanery in Slovenia. The meeting was also attended by the Belgrade archbishop Stanislav Hocevar.


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Rovio, makers of Angry Birds, just uploaded their latest trailer featuring Boba Fett's role in the upcoming Angry Birds Star Wars update.
MTV's Multiplayer Blog and MTV UK were quick to post some commentary:
Cloud City looks to add some interesting new obstacles, including steam grates that will have the birds changing direction mid-fling. But what's most exciting about the new levels is the introduction of Boba Fett. While players obviously won't be able to add the bounty hunter to their ranks, it looks like his jet pack will be more troublesome for the pigs than helpful.
Update: Here's the teaser trailer version that was uploaded first:


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Never before has a time change's effects been so annoying. I was thinking "Cool! We gain an hour! It'll be like sleeping in! A WHOLE HOUR!"
Nope. It's been over a week and the Universe feels different. Everything's slightly off. Sitting around at night, watching TV, I'm thinking "Must be LATE, I am TIRED...going to head off to bed..." and I see that it's only 6pm.
And it's making the work day drag on and on.
Not sure if I can survive another time change.
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Monday, November 14, 2011
Daylight Savings
Never before has a time change's effects been so annoying. I was thinking "Cool! We gain an hour! It'll be like sleeping in! A WHOLE HOUR!"
9 comments:
- Heather said...
I hear ya...I wish they didn't even bother with it! It sucks. :(
- November 14, 2011 at 11:39 AM
- Pam Morris said...
LOL...well, I'm glad it's not just me--I've been doing the same thing--thinking, "gee, it must be late" and it's only 6:15 pm. still, I'm happier gaining an hour instead of losing one as we do in the spring.
- November 14, 2011 at 3:00 PM
- The Creeping Cruds said...
Time change makes zero sense in 2011 - that said, does Rot really hit the hay at 6pm?
- November 14, 2011 at 3:21 PM
- Jon said...
This one's killing me for some reason. No energy at all.
- November 14, 2011 at 4:30 PM
- Jason-v said...
Rot, I agree 100%!!
- November 14, 2011 at 9:32 PM
- MorbidMariah said...
Yeah, I don't get it at all. I think we Arizonans are the last state to refuse to do the stupid time change thing.
- November 14, 2011 at 9:41 PM
- In Irons said...
I second that... and I work until 10 at night... Ugh why don't they just leave it alone.... Dragging at both ends if the candle
- November 15, 2011 at 12:22 AM
- Rot said...
Yeah, I should have added that upon seeing that it's so early, I cancel my plans to retire for the evening : )
- November 15, 2011 at 6:01 AM
- Scary Jerry said...
According to the "experts" it takes about 7 days for our bodies to adjust to the time change. Whatever. It's been 8 and I still can't tell if I'm coming or going, and it's pitch black at 5pm. WHY do we do this time change thing? Seriously.
- November 15, 2011 at 8:55 PM


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about a month ago my husband came home to find this on his pillow...a positive pregnancy test...left by me of course.
my dad checks in on me pretty much daily with a phone call or text to see how i am doing.
i want to say thank you to my friends and my family who have fasted and prayed on my behalf...i feel it.


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East Oxford Farmers' & Community Market - October 17, 2020
Event Category: Farmers' Markets
The East Oxford Farmers' & Community Market is a small, friendly local market which can provide the staples for your weekly shop: bread, eggs, milk, vegetables, cheese, various meats, refills for cleaning supplies – as well as a range of other products such as jewellery, clothing and secondhand books. The majority of our producers are from within 30 miles of Oxford; for our full trading policy see our Market Manifesto.
It has been running since August 2006. Starting with just six stalls it has since grown into a local institution, offering a huge range of top quality local food and more every Saturday morning.
The market also has a cafe which runs each week selling delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and fair-trade teas and coffee. This is a lovely place to meet up and take a break from shopping.
The market is wheelchair accessible both inside and outside. Please contact us if you have any further questions about accesibility.
East Oxford Farmers' & Community Market is a non-profit making organisation – a Community Benefit Society – run by a committee and a group of volunteers.
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Love, the Christian Difference
User's Guide to Sunday, Feb. 5.
Sunday, Feb. 5, is the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
St. Scholastica, Feb. 10: We love the book The Holy Twins by Tomie de Paola, which tells the story of today's saint, the twin sister of St. Benedict. The story imagines what their childhood must have been like. Of course, central to the book is the story of the storm that God sent in answer to Scholastica's prayers when she wished to spend more time with her brother. Get the book to share that story with your family or search YouTube for St. Scholastica and click on the Apostleship of Prayer link.
Our Lady of Lourdes, Feb. 11: There is a good, nearly 15-minute documentary available on YouTube about Lourdes called "Lourdes: Miracle City, France." At the end, the documentary dwells on some mild criticisms of Lourdes, but, overall, it tells the story fairly. Lourdes is an important feast day at Benedictine College. One of the college's founders was rescued from a dangerous situation, lost and weakened in the wilderness, after a little girl experienced a Marian apparition and put a lamp in her window. That allowed the college to be founded in 1858 — the year Our Lady appeared to another little girl, Bernadette, in the rural town of Lourdes.
Job 7:1-4, 6-7; Psalm 147:1-6; 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23; Mark 1:29-39
Our Take
There's a story told about how a reporter was following Blessed Mother Teresa on her exhausting rounds to visit the poor and sick in India. He saw Mother Teresa doing a particularly loathsome task, removing maggots from the flesh of a dying man.
"I wouldn't do that for a million dollars," he said.
Mother Teresa smiled and said, "Neither would I."
Today's first reading, from Job, compares our life on earth to the work of a day laborer and slavery — and the New Testament readings we hear don't really dispute that account. They do introduce a difference in attitude, however.
"Is not man's life on earth a drudgery?" asks Job. "Are not his days those of hirelings? He is a slave who longs for the shade, a hireling who waits for his wages."
If that sounds like a tiring, difficult existence, consider what Christ's life is like in today's Gospel.
He visits a house with his apostles, where Peter's mother-in-law needs to be cured. Then people flock to him in the evening outside, and he cures them late into the night. All the same, he wakes up early in the morning to pray — only to be interrupted by his apostles, who find him and say, "Everyone is looking for you."
Even Christ's life is one of constant work. And that isn't just because he is the Son of God. Here is how St. Paul, in the second reading, characterizes his own life as a Christian:
"Woe to me if I do not preach" the Gospel, he says. "Although I am free in regard to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so as to win over as many as possible."
What separates Christ's and Paul's understandings of the work of life from Job's dark take on toil and drudgery? Two key Christian attitudes: First, they are describing actions taken of their own free choice. Second, they are describing actions taken for others, not for themselves.
Paul feels compelled to serve because of the demands of the Gospel. But this is also his deepest fulfillment. His faith is so deep, and his mission is so fulfilling, that, in another letter on the same topic, he has a hard time choosing which he would prefer — to die and be with Christ in eternal beatitude or to live and work for him on earth. As compelled as he feels to preach, he also finds great joy in his correspondence with his vocation.
But that fulfillment comes not because he is doing something wonderful to fill his time, but because he is doing something wonderful for other people.
"To the weak I became weak to win over the weak," he writes. "I have become all things to all to save at least some."
It is a paradox of life that the more we try to make ourselves happy the less happy we are — and the more we concentrate on making others happy the greater our personal joy.
Christ's example leads us in the same direction. "The whole town was gathered at the door," says the Gospel. "He cured many who were sick with various diseases, and he drove out many demons."
The next morning, when he is interrupted in his prayer to help more people, he kicks the mission up a notch. "Let us go on to the nearby villages, that I may preach there also," he says, adding, "For this purpose have I come."
Christ has also chosen for himself a life he will live for others.
Free choice and action for others — these make the Christian difference. And there is another word for "choosing freely to serve others": love.
Love is what allowed Mother Teresa to do her difficult work — and love is what allows each of us to do what we should do each day.
Tom and April Hoopes write from Atchison, Kansas,
where Tom is writer in residence at Benedictine College.


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Stage 1 – Spoil Him Senseless
The Bachelor is placed
in the 'Hot Seat' removed from the crowd. The exotic dancers
perform a seductive striptease repertoire, gracefully
disrobing their sexy garments as they playfully tease the
bachelor. Though they focus on the bachelor, literally
dancing all over him and performing sophisticated
gymnastics, they involve the crowd as well!
As they sensuously remove their lingerie, the unraveling is filled with unique surprises, getting a bit more interactive.
Our girls do not 'Trash the Bachelor' as other agencies proudly boast, but rather 'Spoil Him Senseless,'
forcing him to think twice about the freedom he is losing. The bachelor is soon overcome with desire and barely able to contain himself without the help of his friends…Naturally the girls feel obligated to rescue him…and just when things start to get HOT…The strippers turn it up a notch…
Stage 2 -- Hardcore Toy Show
The Strippers will then offer the girl on girl show. It is the hottest and wildest part of the evening. You and your friends won't believe your eyes when you see the things these girls will do to each other. Please make sure your friends bring money to tip because the more you tip the naughtier it will get. This show is created to be as TRIPLE X as possible, but can be tamed down upon request.
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At this point, the girls will start offering lap dances to everyone. Treat yourself to a dance which always includes lots of mutual contact! Add a 'touch' of grinding and you'll be BEGGING for more!
Deposits and payment
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giveaway #20
Jen who posted, "Well, I guess I would have to choose the book I learned to read with...There Are Rocks In My Socks Said the Ox To The Fox. That's a mouthful!"
Congratulations, Jen! Please make sure you send me an email with your mailing information to email@example.com
Whew! Giveaway #20! I can't believe how fast time has flown by. I've been having a lot of fun putting everything together and getting to meet all the wonderful knitters that follow my blog and the designers, yarn shop owners, and indie dyers that have been so gracious in sponsoring the giveaways. Thank you everyone for all the support and I hope you enjoy all the fun stuff I have planned over the next several weeks. It's gonna be good!
I have a podcast for you to listen to today and superb giveaway sponsor. Enjoy!
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Links and such from the podcast:
- Our fantastic sponsor Go Monkey Design!
- YOTH Group Why are you not a member yet?!
- crooked paths slouchy hat pattern
- Madelinetosh Vintage
- Madelinetosh Merino
- Dream In Color Classy
- My Woodland Spring Shawl!
- Never Not Knitting blog
- Girl's Spring Garden Tee
- My Ravelry project page for the Spring Garden Tee that I knit for Jasmine.
- Adult Spring Garden Tee
- Rowan Calmer
- Woodland Spring Shawl pattern
- Dream In Color Smooshy
- Leah's project bag selection!
- Her needle organizers!
- And, the cute magnetic pattern keepers in her shop!
- Be sure to visit her store to see all the great things she offers!
Meet Leah aka Go Monkey Design...
And, Leah put together a little bio about herself. Check it out:
A bit about myself...I am many things, a wife of 11 years to my Matty. a mother to two amazing boys Gage 8 and Maxwell 5. I live in a very picturesque village in the Hudson valley of new york. My hubby and I own a vintage 5 and dime as well as my own creations of go-Monkey. I love things with texture.. Yarn, fabric, wool, dirt, food, anything. I could just touch and feel things all day. they amaze and inspire me in so many ways.. its a simple connection that I truly seek and enjoy.
I have never been professionally trained as an artist. My mom who is the most amazing seamstress has always been my support. She sewed every dance dress and skating outfit, I was always bedecked in style. Thanks MOM!! I do have a very fun sense that I call cut and paste. many (90%) of my line is created from scratch, meaning I have the idea in my head and I create from there. which in turns creates items where there are no two alike. they may be similar but each have there own personality. not cookie cutter, which keeps things fun for me. I enjoy the liberty of just playing and creating, new things and old. I feel very very lucky!
How did I end up in this business... Well I was pregnant with my eldest and decided I needed to knit a sweater. I went to my LYS and purchased a kit for a basket weave cardigan. mind you I had never knitted a day in my life. And you would think I'd pick something simple, a square blanket?? No not me. So I did knit the sweater and he wore it proudly, after that I was addicted to knitting as any knitter will tell ya. Also as any knitter will tell ya its really hard to find anything functional or cute enough to be even considered good enough to carry your essential needles about. So I started making some for myself and friends. And so go-Monkey was born...
Thank you, Leah, for the absolutely spectacular giveaway sponsorship! Take a look at the beautiful items she sent over for YOU!
Three lucky followers have the chance to win one of the three items above (chosen by me). I would like you to do the following if you would like to be entered into this week's giveaway:
1. Read over the rules if you have not done so already.
2. Leave a comment on this blog post by the end of Sunday, 6/21/10, telling us how you store your knitting gear? Do you have special organizers that you use?
I'll randomly pick the winners on Sunday and post the results on Monday along with the new giveaway, so be sure to check back. Good luck everyone.
One follower also has the chance of winning a copy of the updated children's Spring Garden Tee pattern that I talked about and a skein of Rowan Calmer in the same green color I knit the tee up in. I will randomly pick the winner of this portion of the giveaway from the comments left on this post as well.
120 comments:
- sy said...
i could use a knitting organizer. i leave my needles in their original plastic wrapping and put them all in a bag.
- June 15, 2010 at 12:26 AM
- Ginger said...
I got my needles as sets from KnitPicks so they came in little cases and I just left them in those.
- June 15, 2010 at 12:38 AM
- Phyllis said...
How do I store everything? Yikes. I shouldn't admit that in public. It's just a big, messy pile in the closet.
- June 15, 2010 at 12:44 AM
I HAD to leave a comment just because I have a cute boyfriend story to tell! :) I love making collages out of cool magazine clippings (enviro-friendly AND artistic--what could be more fun?), and I at one point decorated the waste basket in my bedroom completely in such fashion. Took me ages. Well, a few months later, my beau went on a vacation with his family that meant we wouldn't be together for our one year anniversary! I was miserable while he was gone, so he told me he was bringing me back presents to cheer me up! *yays* Among the momentos he returned with was another wastebasket that HE'D mod podged with postcards and photos from every place he went on the trip! AW! But I wasn't about to get rid of the one I'd also worked so hard on, so I use his as my WIP basket! All of my needles, patterns, notions, and spare balls of yarn get tossed in there to stay (jumbled but) safe. :)
Now, wasn't that adorable? This is the same guy who will spend an hour in our LYS just because it makes me happy! Hrmmm. Perhaps HE should win a prize, not me! Haha.
- June 15, 2010 at 1:01 AM
- Anett Kiefer said...
I store my KnitPicks in the small plastic container (with a zipper) they came in. I do have some "older" metall needles and they rest in an old (I don't know how old) blue plastic bag. Besides I store everything else (measuring tape etc.) in my knitting basket.
- June 15, 2010 at 2:34 AM
- melosa said...
When at home, my needles are usually in their original packing (if I put them away). When I am out and about, I carry a Duluth Pack bag with my current project, but it is large and tends to collect many other things as well.
- June 15, 2010 at 4:42 AM
- Elizabeth said...
Those are lovely bags! Thanks for the introduction. How do I store my knitting tools? sigh. Mostly in ziploc bags, by type, with the needles in their - often falling-apart -original packaging. I did recently find a pretty good organizer for my circular needles, but need something nice for my dpn collection. Thanks for the chance to upgrade! And, by the way, love the tee!
- June 15, 2010 at 4:56 AM
- Jamie said...
Sadly, I jam everything into a one pocketed bag.... it's not pretty, it really really isn't.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:08 AM
- heather said...
I tend to be a bit neurotic about my knitting organization and keep every project in its own separate project bag. It keeps everything organized and allows me to indulge in my love of cute project bags!
- June 15, 2010 at 5:27 AM
No matter how hard I try to organize my knitting or my life I seem to fail at it! I Use plastic totes mostly - one for needles, a few for yarn by weight mostly,and binders for patterns. I still find things all over the houe - in the couch cushins, stitch markers in the car cup holders etc.
I am determined not to give up and will continue to try to organize myself!
- June 15, 2010 at 5:31 AM
Well, I have needle wrap for my straights and dpns, and use a plastic divided file folder with closure for my circs. When I'm on-the-go, I just carry my project in a tote with my own little "knit kit" in a small fabric container with zipper that a friend in Japan sent me. The goMonkey gear looks adorable!
- June 15, 2010 at 5:45 AM
- Kelly B. said...
While I am not the best housekeeper, I usually keep my knitting pretty organized. I have a large canvas storage box that I keep my active projects in. The rest of my stash is up in a cedar chest that my husband inherited.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:46 AM
- kjramstack said...
I store my needles and my current knitting project (if it's something small like socks) in a long rectangular purse I bought at a thrift store. For the most part, the purse works well but I have gotten yarn stuck in the zipper and my needles don't really have a place of their own except in the packaging they came in.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:51 AM
- Elise said...
I would love one of those adorable bags!
- June 15, 2010 at 5:54 AM
- Rainlover said...
I wish I had better organization, my needles get stored in the knitpicks interchangeable case that they came in, and other then that projects are stored in plastic baggies. I wish I could get a few good project bags, but getting a whole set def adds up in the money department lol. I will slowly work on getting a good set when money allows :)
- June 15, 2010 at 6:06 AM
- Erin said...
I keep all of my WIPs in ziplock bags. Then, when I'm going somewhere I pick what I want to work on and plunk it in my bigger bag that has a little notions bag inside, etc. Stash yarn is stored in cubbies. Unused needles are in a vase or plastic container. It's somewhat organized.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:07 AM
- Elizabeth MacR said...
In my family room I have a cabinet that all my knitting stuff is shoved into. The needles are in the drawers in a jumbled mess! I need help.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:14 AM
- susanmhj said...
You should see my mess! Ny needles aren't so messy, but my yarn and projects are in bags piled behind a chair! That little project bag would be great!
- June 15, 2010 at 6:28 AM
- Rachel said...
My knitting gear is stored in one of those collapsible baskets I inherited from my husband's grandmother when she died, although I plan on sewing a holder for my needles someday.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:30 AM
- TopHat said...
I keep my dpns in a tube, but my circulars are in a really bad state. And my yarn is in baskets or cardboard boxes- pretty extravagant, eh?
- June 15, 2010 at 6:32 AM
- Dawn said...
I store my yarn in ziplock bags with the pattern I intend to use for it. My needles are all separated into different labeled containers. My stitch markers are in their own bag. Current wips are in cute project bags for easy to grab on the go! Fiber is stored in ziplock bags and then into big tubs!:)
- June 15, 2010 at 6:36 AM
- Mary said...
Oh my they are so beautiful!!!
- June 15, 2010 at 6:37 AM
- marlie said...
I don't have any really good organization method, so this would be SO helpful! Right now my knitting supplies are kept in a large tupperware container under my coffee table. The needles and other tools are just kept in large zip-loc bags. Not very organized, right? :P
- June 15, 2010 at 6:41 AM
- Jen Price said...
I have a bag that I tote current projects around in and basket full of yarn. I'm afraid my knitting could use some organizing!
- June 15, 2010 at 6:43 AM
- Kathy said...
Like many poor knitters, I store my projects in zip lock bags. I can easily see what I am looking for. I try to keep the bags that my needles come in so that I can store them in the original bag. Then my stash, pattern and needles are stored in a big tupperwear like box in my closet.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:50 AM
I have tons of Clinique makeup bags that are great for storing all of my notions.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:54 AM
- Jessica said...
I sadly have my dpns stored in a zipper bag with rubber bands holding them together :0( My circs are jumbled about in another bag :0( :0( My knitpicks are in the original functional pouch and I do have a couple of project bags but alas, i too have multiple post its stuck across my patterns to keep my spot! Help me organize Ve and Leah!! :0)
(jpeled on ravelry)
- June 15, 2010 at 7:05 AM
- aanderson said...
I am always looking for a better way to organize so I have lots of totes and baskets. My needles are in a tall circular box (I think for it is supposed to be a wine bottle gift box). My DPN's are wrapped with wraps and in a large mug the first graders gave me when I read with them.
I love the goMonkey circular needle holder.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:08 AM
- Beth said...
My knitting is not organized and that freaks me out a little because I like order. What is it about yarn that makes it defy our efforts to control it?
I try. I have several tote bags and plastic boxes, but lots of things are just stuffed in bags here and there. :(
- June 15, 2010 at 7:15 AM
- kristyh1981 said...
A few months ago I reorganized my craft area. The yarn in containers sorted by weight, patterns in file folders by type, and the needles are in their little plastic bags in a drawer. I still need to come up with something better for the needles and I ran out of file folders for the patterns and my yarn hath runneth over again lol.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:30 AM
- Kristy said...
Last fall I bought some pencil boxes in assorted sizes to hold my dpn, circulars, and notions. My larger straight needles are clumped together at the bottom of one of my knitting bags.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:41 AM
- Rebekah said...
I store my knitting projects in ziplock bags and my needles in various organizers. Would love to win one of these! :)
- June 15, 2010 at 7:45 AM
- Knittingdancer on Ravelry said...
I have my yarn in totes. I have separated it out by single skeins in one drawer, cotton yarn in another drawer, multiple skeins are in the other totes. My straight needles are in an fabric needle organizer with velcro strips to secure it. I am still looking for the perfect organizer for my circulars. My patterns are in plastic sleeves and in different 3-ring binders according to what type of pattern, baby items, shawls, scarfs, hats, etc. The binders are in a cabinet in my craft room. My totes are in the craft room with a knitting puzzle framed above them. I have an Altoid tin covered & decorated for my stitch markers in my knitting bag. I have a small zippered bag I keep all my other knitting notions in my knitting bag. I have been trying to organize some this year.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:46 AM
- Sharon G said...
I always feel "accomplished" if all of my knitting stuff makes it back into my craft closet...and that rarely happens. Most of it is strewn around the house!! I REALLY need a better system!! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!!!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:04 AM
- Janelle said...
I could really use a knitting organizer. I leave my needles in their original packaging and store them all in a tote along with a lot of my leftover yarn. It's a bit of a mess.
- June 15, 2010 at 8:10 AM
I am in desperate need of some organization! I currently use a lovely selection of ziploc bags to keep all my treasures safe!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:21 AM
- Unknown said...
Thanks for another great giveaway! I love having my pretty needles and notions in pretty bags. All part of the joy of knitting!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:38 AM
- Casey F. said...
I have some of my needles in a needle organizer and the stitch markers in an Adagio tea tin. LOL. I really need to get another needle organizer though!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:42 AM
- jlr said...
I have my circular needles in a Della Q case, any my interchangables in the case they came in, but everything else is in a large ziploc bag. So pathetic!
However, on the go, my accessories (large tapestry needle, tape measure, stitch markers, etc.) live in an Altoids tin. Not very glamorous, but certainly useful!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:51 AM
- knitterlydesigns said...
I am a fan of GO-Monkey. I have a box bag, and two needle cases she did for me, but I can always use another one since I always have more than one project on the needles. Also, the Spring Garden Tee is adorable. I hope to have time to make Alana's adult version this summer. Thanks for the great give-aways.
- June 15, 2010 at 9:25 AM
- Unknown said...
My DPNs are all in their original little baggies, as are my addi's and other "fixed" circs. My knit Picks needles are all in their little binder they came with (when it still came with a black binder) I labeled all the pockets with the size needles or the size cable.
- June 15, 2010 at 9:31 AM
- Lydia said...
i have several knitting bags with pockets galore-some are vera bradley, a couple are made, and i have a lexie barnes bag that is awesome. sometimes i just use a ziploc bag or a bag from a LYS-cause i like to show off the store logo. one thing i really need is a better system for my straight, dpns, and circulars. when not traveling about, i have a cabinet in my craft room where i store my needles and other supplies
- June 15, 2010 at 9:50 AM
- Becky said...
I store my needles in a roll-up pouch that I made plus one I bought. Notions are kept in a miniature ditty bag and I store my projects in drawstring project bags or ziplock bags.
- June 15, 2010 at 10:23 AM
- mountainweaver said...
I keep my needles and hooks and assorted other supplies in a shoe box. Not very well organized or handy but at least all together!
- June 15, 2010 at 10:43 AM
Most needles (the Balenes) are in a coiled fabric basket, moved to various parts of the house depending on if I'm cleaning up or not. Many of the metal ones are in the organizers I bought when I bought them at a rummage sale; the others are in a glass jar somewhere in the landry room. The current projects are in the knitting project bags or my spinning bag somewhere on the floor in the living room. Not much organization, but I'm trying (?)...
- June 15, 2010 at 10:46 AM
- Kristen said...
My straights and DPNs are in a glass vase on a bookshelf. And I have a metal box that I keep stitch markers and chibi needles in that I carry around in a tote bag with my knitting project.
- June 15, 2010 at 10:49 AM
- Silvina said...
i store my needles in a nice little pouch, but that is not really organizing... it's a mess in there
- June 15, 2010 at 11:40 AM
- Zenitude said...
I store my yarn in large plastic bins in my studio and my needles are in a special pouch, i could use a better system for the needles but it works for now.
- June 15, 2010 at 11:42 AM
- livin4fishin said...
I do try to organize my knitting gear. Gonna get a needle organizer one of these days, but for now, my straight needles are in an old oatmeal container that has been covered in pretty paper. My circs are in a drawer in a chest that i keep all my yarn in.
- June 15, 2010 at 11:46 AM
I have to say that each project is in its own ziplock (which is terrible, but does keep them clean and separate and in a hands-off place for kids)- they all nest in a big basket beside my bed which is where I do most of my knitting late into the night. I would love to have some more sightly form of organization for sure:)!
- June 15, 2010 at 11:54 AM
HAHAHA! I have projects stored every which way...some in B&N bags (those pretty floral ones with handles); some in baskets; some in Abercrombie bags (the ones with the hot guy one them). I try to keep my needles in a silk needle case. But they too are in the same bags...
- June 15, 2010 at 12:14 PM
- Sarah said...
I attempt to keep my needles all in a box or, if they're long, in a cylinder container. My yarn is (mostly) all in a big rubbermaid bin.
- June 15, 2010 at 12:15 PM
- andrea said...
All of my knitting, both projects and notions are storred in reused Ziploc bags. Can never seem to find the funds to treat myself to all the cute holders out there.
- June 15, 2010 at 12:30 PM
- Allison von Berg said...
I store my knitting gear in a giant shoebox that held a pair of my husband's giant shoes. Not pretty---I might need to decorate it.
I recently got a Clover Alligator shaped notions case which helps me not lose stuff when I carry my projects around but I wont hold my needles. I
- June 15, 2010 at 1:03 PM
I have a different case for each type (my favorite being my della-Q for the interchangeable set) all in a larger bag. It is very well organized, but I have to organize every month or so because I usually just throw everything in and yank stuff out as I go. The set up is good, my intentions are great. It is just my execution that is a little off...
- June 15, 2010 at 1:09 PM
- Tanna said...
I am dying for a knitting organizer!! I started back knitting a little over a year ago and have accumulated quite a stock of needles. I desperately need a way to organize them! Help!
- June 15, 2010 at 1:46 PM
- danigolts said...
I store my yarn in a beautiful wooden chest we have in our living room... so choosing the yarn for my next project is like choosing from treasures in a chest!! In there I also store my metal needles which are all sorted and kept in a leather needle organizer that my mum sent me from Chile.
But what I don't have is a project bag... I usually carry my knitting in a plastic bag, so I really, really, really NEED a project bag!
- June 15, 2010 at 1:48 PM
- Unknown said...
I love the fabric the bag is made out of! I would Love that.
- June 15, 2010 at 2:01 PM
- Connie said...
I am so lame...I use plastic bags for my projects. Yes, you know what I'm talking about: the ones normal people use for food. And my needles are in a plastic shoe box and my knitting "tools" are in a kids' plastic pencil box. Obviously, I could really use something a little fancier.
- June 15, 2010 at 2:05 PM
Mostly I use ziplock bags. I do have a Crown Royal whiskey bag that I use for projects and at my daughters ball games people ask for some of what is in my bag!
- June 15, 2010 at 2:17 PM
- miraling said...
All of my knitting supplies live in big containers that sit under the couch -- what a mess! I could really use some organization.
- June 15, 2010 at 3:16 PM
- mommieof4munchkins said...
I have 2 needle rolls I made myself and several other pouches that I use for various things. It all depends on my mood really ;)
- June 15, 2010 at 4:25 PM
- Rachel D. said...
I have two plastic 3-drawer sets, with separate sections for each yarn weight and spinning fiber. I also have several different project bags laying around, depending on my mood/project.
- June 15, 2010 at 4:30 PM
- Sursi said...
I just keep my straight needles in holders or jars on a shelf, my circulars in original wrapping and my interchangeables, of course, in the case that came with them. Every thing else (scissors, stitch markers, cable needles, tapestry needles, measuring tape, and crochet hooks) fits in a little pouch I picked up at Gap that has some smaller pockets on the sides to help divide everything. Most of the time I can just grab this and I'll have whatever I might need. Oh and I keep notes on my iphone about my place in the pattern or mods I may have made.
- June 15, 2010 at 4:37 PM
- Turtle said...
i picked up the harmony needles when they came out back when, and have used the plastic storage bag they came in with all goodies for knitting needs. Of course it has started falling apart now and i have been thinking about looking for a new holder/home for them.
congrats Jen!
- June 15, 2010 at 4:38 PM
- Tracey said...
I store my knitting and crochet supplies and one project in an old diaper bag. It has tons of pockets and space to store all my gear. And it's stylish too.
- June 15, 2010 at 4:42 PM
- Jodi said...
I keep my straight needles in 2 ceramic sheep vases (very cute!), the circs go in a plastic box, and my everyday supplies like measuring tape/Chibi/stitch markers go in a pink polka dot makeup bag. Those Clinique bonus bags really do come in handy!
- June 15, 2010 at 4:56 PM
- Tabitha said...
I keep my knitting things organized through boxes. One box per project, and a larger garment box for everything else.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:01 PM
- Unknown said...
For the tools I carry with me I use a small leather pouch that my grandfather used to store his pipe supplies. It always reminds me of him when I use it.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:08 PM
A lot of my needles are inherited from my grandmother, and they arrived in this very long "pencil" box, made specifically for needles. Even has a ruler on the side. My DPNs I keep on my desk in a glass from POM (pomegranate) teas. My yarns.. all over. I HAVE a nice vintage expandable box thingy that would store them, if they ever made it there. My WIP is in whatever bag was handy.
- June 15, 2010 at 5:12 PM
Let's see, I store my collection of needles on a peg boeard hanging in my "office" (very tiny bedroom we have that is unused). My WIP is in a lovely hand-me-down Vera Bradley bag. I also have a couple of random baskets with yarn, hooks and needles in my living room for guests who like to knit or crochet.
renewedmind on Ravelry
- June 15, 2010 at 5:22 PM
- karen said...
my needles are in the small binder type case from KP. there is never enough room though to hold them all. other notions are usually just on the table by where i knit. or on the floor where they fell...
- June 15, 2010 at 5:38 PM
- Alissa said...
ugh! my storage system is less than ideal... mostly, i have a plastic bin thing that my needles are in... but my circs are all over the place. it's not pretty... I love these organizational tools!
- June 15, 2010 at 5:38 PM
- Holly said...
I have a few ways to store my knitting gear. I have an awesome needle wrap from Della Q, and another needle case for straight needles. I have a big knitting bag that I use for most things, and a small project bag I use for whatever I'm currently working on. I also have a small pencil case that I use for miscellaneous small items like point protectors and crochet hooks.
- June 15, 2010 at 6:49 PM
- LizzieK8 said...
I only use circular needles and they are hung, to keep them as straight as possible. I have several little boxes of stitch markers and such so I can put one in each knitting project bag.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:01 PM
- Sara said...
My knitting needles are in plastic bags - my other knitting notions are in a small fabric bag...
I could use some really organizing items...
- June 15, 2010 at 7:13 PM
- Samantha said...
I have various sizes and shapes of travel cases from Eagle Creek (for cosmetics, toiletries, socks, undies) for yarn and project storage, a Mackinac Moon Open Top Craft Tote for all sorts of supplies, and numerous zip lock bags. Fixed circular needles are in the longer of the travel cases, in the original wrappers so I can easily identify the size and cable length, interchangeables in it's plastic pouch, DPNs in a drawstring bag (the latter isn't really working out for me). All of this is in an ottoman, a drawer under my bed, and a few boxes in my linen closet.
- June 15, 2010 at 7:28 PM
- Rae Lynne said...
I am currently sewing together a a needle case...I'm excited to see it finished. :) otherwise my needles are stored in the knitpicks case that came with the options needles. :) and does having multiple sips count as storing needles? Lol
- June 15, 2010 at 7:39 PM
- Sereknitty said...
It's all over the place!!! With the exception of my very neat Denise Needle set, I'm in desperate need of one of those cute organizer bags for all my other bits and pieces.
- June 15, 2010 at 8:20 PM
- Cindy said...
I keep my circular needles in a zip lock bag, my straight needles in a vase and everything else....well, its a bit of a mess!
- June 15, 2010 at 8:43 PM
- Kylie said...
My knitting things are currently a mess - an organiser would be great - still on the look out for the perfect cicular starage solution. I have just becom a folower - off to check out your blog.
- June 15, 2010 at 11:40 PM
oh what a fun giveaway. ty Ve and Leah.
im still a newb knitter, and i have my yarn and needles stored in a big bag. im hoping to move everything to tubs soon, but i need to get more yarn to justify that. haha. oh darn. lol. i'm hoping to get more needles to organize as well.
Good luck everyone on the giveaway, and have a great week!
- June 15, 2010 at 11:51 PM
I sore my knitting goodies in all kinds of ways. Needles in jars, notions in tins and yarn in an antique cabinet. I'm always on the lookout for beautiful ways to store it all and the goodies you have are stunning. What a beautiful blog. It's my first time here.
- June 16, 2010 at 2:31 AM
- Juliaknit said...
I love totes! My family jokes that Mom will buy anything if she can get a tote with it. I also like to shop on Etsy for great handmade storage options.
- June 16, 2010 at 2:54 AM
- StaceyKnitsIt said...
I love all things that store knitting supplies and yarn. Each of my knitting bags have projects in them waiting their turn.
I have two Namaste buddy cases, a mint tin, and a small cloth bag for my supplies.
- June 16, 2010 at 6:16 AM
- Laura said...
I have several different organizers that are all piled into a big rectangular basket. My DPN holder and a sock project bag are from etsy seller Katie Fleck Designs. My circular needle holder is from Lexy Barnes and my KP Options are in a brand-new made-just-for-me holder from my sister-in-law (a knitter and sewer with great taste!). So, the patterns don't match but, then, nothing else in my life does either so that is fine by me!
I just saw the photos of your daughter on the NNK blog - she is a natural model!
- June 16, 2010 at 7:01 AM
- beartifix said...
I use a basket for my knitting projects, a pretty vase for my needles, and a box with dividers for miscelaneous knitting items. I also use the shoe closet hanger to keep my yarns nicely organized and on display.
- June 16, 2010 at 7:22 AM
- Holly said...
I keep my dpn in a fabric roll that I made. Some straights & circulars occupy another roll, but the rest just float around in various projects. My yarn is a bit wild...it has a mind of it's own. Same w/spinning fiber, it just creeps all over the place.
My knitting notions go in a small plastic container with a lid and latch, very handy for traveling.
Right now I am in between Fiber Festivals so my room is a shocking jumble of merchandise and business related stuff. But I do long to be more organized, sometimes it's just difficult knowing where to put it all!
- June 16, 2010 at 9:02 AM
- Elly said...
I would LOOOOVe to win the hanging needle organizer, but I would be happy with a box bag as well :)
I currently have all of my circular needles in a small zip lock bag, so it takes me a while to find a needle size I need.
Thanks for this fun giveaway :)
(Iknitcupcakes- Ravelry name)
- June 16, 2010 at 9:39 AM
- Unknown said...
I really try to keep organized but my things tend to run off! My organization system isn't very sophisticated either, mostly ziplock bags and baskets.
I got to say, I can't believe you have had so many winner that are MIA. If I ever win, you'll hear from me right away! :)
- June 16, 2010 at 10:02 AM
- Tanya said...
Lately, I've been storing my needles in one of those over the door hanging shoe holders because I'm able to put all of one size in each pocket, but it's not so great for going out and about. These needle organizers would be perfect for carrying around!
- June 16, 2010 at 10:36 AM
- Rebecca said...
I am currently swiping some of the cute small bags that my 6 yr old has accumulated - she'll probably get them back if I get organized enough to buy my own - or I win some ( hint, hint)
- June 16, 2010 at 11:10 AM
- Shirley said...
I put my projects in plastic bags or totes if they are empty, my knitting needles in their original plastic sleeves (or whatever they are called) or in a needle holder though the thinnest needles slip through the material and my crochet hooks are in a tin pencil case.
- June 16, 2010 at 11:11 AM
- Hilary said...
I use the black diaper bag I got free from the hospital when one of my kids was born. It has the big main zipper pocket for yarn and a work (or two) in progress, a stretchy pocket on either end for hand cream, mints, or tape measures. Then I keep a note book and patterns in one outer side pocket. The front has a button flap covering several little zippy pockets and a tall narrow pocket where I keep the needles, crochet hooks, stitch markers, scissors, etc. all organized!
- June 16, 2010 at 1:15 PM
- Jen said...
I store my Knit Picks Options needles in the pouch they came with. Projects are usually kept in random bags, baskets, and even ziplocs. Nothing nearly as cute and the go Monkey stuff!!
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- June 16, 2010 at 5:57 PM
for my notions and smaller needles, I carry a little pencil case in my bag. As far as carrying my projects, I just use ziplocs. But the needles I am not currently using are in random places in the house..ha! I've been searching for cute organizers so I will head over to go monkey and take a peek!
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- June 17, 2010 at 6:36 AM
- kshotz said...
Oooh, those ARE lovely items! I thought I had a good system until my stash got out of control. (It kind of overflows the racks it's sitting on...and onto the guest bed.)
- June 17, 2010 at 7:47 AM
- terip said...
very fun things. i lack organization, i could really use a way to organize my needles, other than the ziploc plastic bag system i currently employ. for my ohter items i use a cosmetic zipper case my mom got on one of those promos they do.
- June 17, 2010 at 8:00 AM
I have them strewn everywhere, I try to keep them in a toolbox, but that doesn't work so well...
- June 17, 2010 at 1:02 PM
- Tammy Bending said...
This blog rocks and I love the new podcast! Awesome Knitting stuff.
- June 17, 2010 at 1:07 PM
- Tricia said...
I should organize my "gear" ;) It's all kinda mashed into a center pocket in my knitting bag, the only things with a special spot are the stitch markers and darning needles in the attached "change purse" of my purse turned knitting bag!
- June 17, 2010 at 1:48 PM
Not well - in a nylon messenger bag, in a basket on the floor, in ziplocks in the freezer, to name a few...
- June 17, 2010 at 8:28 PM
- Pavla said...
Well, I got Knitpicks interchangeable needles, but the case they came in is not very helpful - the needles keep falling out of it. My circulars and double points I keep in an Artbin, which has slots and pockets for different "goodies", but it's not well organized. TOTALLY SOUNDS LIKE I NEED A NEW ONE, RIGHT? I hope one is coming my way!
- June 17, 2010 at 10:01 PM
- Donita Porter said...
I store my knitting tools in two gallon size zip locks. One has all my needles and one has all my other stuff. Then they go into a tote bag for traveling. Not very pretty I know!
dgporterhouse at cox dot net
- June 18, 2010 at 1:15 PM
- Passionknitly said...
I keep small notions in a little tin box that looks like an Altoids box, but says Nerds on it. Straight needles (that I rarely use) are kept in a tin that a bottle of Tanqueray came in and stitch markers kind of roam around my purse. I've got a bunch of buttons and ribbon and all manner of things lying around on the Knitting book shelves though.
My friend has a go-monkey bag and I absolutely love it. It's real quality stuff!
- June 18, 2010 at 5:39 PM
- Iva said...
My needles are stored in their original packaging, and other items are in a clear zippered pouch. All are kept in a tote I received with my first purchase from a LYS about a year ago. I think I could use something a bit cuter and better organized.
- June 18, 2010 at 7:42 PM
- Unknown said...
I have some Namaste "oh snap" bags that I store my needles, scissors, stitch markers, and other small things in. I have a Namaste Malibu handbag which holds lots of knitting and purse things. I have 5 big plastic bins where I store yarn.
zaftig2k at yahoo dot com
- June 18, 2010 at 11:08 PM
- HRH of the To Do Lists said...
I store my knitting gear in a large cloth bag. It's not particularly organized!
- June 19, 2010 at 9:01 AM
- tammy said...
i need some storage! i have several bags that hold my current projects. i have put my needles in a decorative cardboard box intended to hold a wine bottle. a mess!
- June 19, 2010 at 2:44 PM
No special organizing equipment really... I'm semi-embarrassed to admit that it's kind of in a pile in my closet! (SarahVV on Rav)
- June 19, 2010 at 6:07 PM
- T.J. said...
I store knitting gear in a cardboard box. Not very attractive. I should find something better!
- June 19, 2010 at 6:27 PM
- penelope stitch stop said...
My DH would say I need help organizing, but I know where all my knitting supplies are. I use recycle, and reuse buckets, cans, and bags to store my things.
- June 19, 2010 at 6:47 PM
- Christine said...
I don't store them any special way, except for the ones I'm not using, which are in a large floral bag in an organizer that is suede.
The way I store my most used needles is right by the couch, irritating all who want to use the table, etc. But it's my house, too, and I like to have them accessible!
Maybe a beautiful floral rectangular bag from Go Monkey Design would be just the right thing!
- June 20, 2010 at 7:43 AM
- JP said...
I have a roll-up sleeve for my regular needles. For my dpn's and circ's I keep them in their original bags, then I have those in seperate pencil pouches. I keep all these along with my other notions in a plastic storage bin.
So cute bags!!!
- June 20, 2010 at 8:22 AM
- Susan aka paintermom said...
I use a Nantucket bag (in purple!) to haul my stuff around but I have a hodge-podge of smaller things -- mint tins, etc. to corral all the small bits and bobs. I use mostly circular needles and they live in their plastic bags. I could certainly use a better way to store needles.
- June 20, 2010 at 12:36 PM
- Nell said...
I store my knitting gear on a shelf in my closet, but I'm quickly running out of room!
- June 20, 2010 at 2:44 PM
- Kyliie Kaye said...
I loveeeee that pink bag! I store all of my yarn, needls and hooks on the top shelf of my closet! I have all my yarn in one huge bag and everything else in random other bags! Love the Blog!
- June 20, 2010 at 4:16 PM
- Unknown said...
I store my knitting gear in a large basket, but I need something smaller that I can carry around with me (just for my current project).
- June 20, 2010 at 8:37 PM
- YarnOnTheHouse said...
POSTING FOR THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. Thank you everyone for posting! -Ve
- June 21, 2010 at 10:23 AM
This is a really cool site, and motivates me to get more organized with my knitting
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text: C.S. Lewis Daily September 30, 2017 Today's Reading On doubt As far as you (and I) are concerned I have no doubt that the fear you mention is simply a temptation of the devil, an effort to keep us away from God by despair. It is often the devil working through some defect in our health, and in extreme cases it needs a medical as well as a spiritual cure. So don't listen to these fears and doubts any more than you would to any obviously impure or uncharitable thoughts. . . . Of course, like other evil temptations, they will not be silenced at once. You will think you have got rid of them and then they will come back again—and again. But, with all our temptations of all sorts, we must just endure this. Keep on, do your duty, say your prayers, make your communions, and take no notice of the tempter. He goes away in the end. Remember I John iii, 20 "If (=though) our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart." From The Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis, Volume III Compiled in Words to Live By The Collected Letters of C. S. Lewis, Volume III: Narnia, Cambridge, and Joy 1950-1963. Copyright © 2007 by C. S. Lewis Pte. Ltd. All rights reserved. Used with permission of HarperCollins Publishers. Words to Live By: A Guide for the Merely Christian. Copyright © 2007 by C. S. Lewis Pte. Ltd. All rights reserved. Used with permission of HarperCollins Publishers. Share this:TweetLike this:Like Loading... Related Author: Romans 8:13 Ministry Mother Mission: To familiarize people with The Holy Spirit, to be a living example of living, walking with the Holy Spirit, how to keep HIM alive in you, what to do if HE is not & you wish otherwise. View all posts by Romans 8:13 Ministry Mother


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Our thoughts are with Bruno Mars. His beloved mother, Bernadette Hernandez, has died.
A source close to the family and to Mars' label, Atlantic Records, told The Associated Press that Hernandez suffered a brain aneurysm and passed away yesterday (June 1). It was reported yesterday that Hernandez suffered a severe heart attack on May 31.
Hernandez was 55 years old. She passed away at Honolulu Queens hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Mars was spotted at LAX on May 31 (see photo above), though it is unclear if he was on his way to be at his mom's side. Hernandez was immensely important to Mars, who often and openly expressed his adoration for her. You can see examples of that -- including a promise to quit smoking -- in the tweets below from Mother's Day.
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If you have a website that sells one product or the other, getting product reviews from your customers will definitely be one of your headaches. This is because 79% of your potential customers will look for reviews before making a purchase. As a result of this, you should formulate strategies that will ensure that customers leave feedback on products they have purchased. Here are some ways to go about it.
It is an eternal truth that people tend to participate in activities with opportunities of being rewarded, hence, offering incentives to customers for leaving reviews will encourage them to leave feedback on products purchased. It can be in form of discount on subsequent purchase, freebies, shopping points, gift certificates and so on. You can also appeal to them to leave comments because there are some people who are compelled more by self-sacrifice than by incentives.
Furthermore, design your site in such a way that it will be easy for customers to provide reviews. Let the review form be easy and simple to fill, and provide fields that they can easily supply answers to. After every purchase, endeavor to follow up with a customer through email until he/she provides a feedback. However, do not seize that opportunity to resort into spamming because it can damage your reputation. After about 2 to 3 emails on that subject, it is better to stop further emails so that you don't offend your customers.
In addition, endeavor to provide qualitative service to your customers so that many of them will be willing to drop reviews. Even though you can't satisfy everybody due to human error, strive to satisfy majority of them so that they will be eager to leave positive feedback. Remember that unhappy customers can actually damage your reputation by leaving negative reviews, so, do all you can to offer qualitative service.
Forming a group of product testers can also fetch you a quite number of positive reviews for your products. Invite some of your customers into this group and you have gotten for yourself regular reviewers. Identify customers with great influence and invite them to be your regular reviewers. You can offer them some incentives because your business stands to gain a lot from the good reports they write about your products.
Let your products be of high quality or else your review page will be full of negative comments, and if you think you can over-moderate it, internet users know third party review sites where they can get unbiased comments. Consequently, quality should be your watchword and you will experience sales beyond your expectation.


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The top review about Local Grocery was great:
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When you leave the house, someone else may be wearing the same clothes, but no one else will be wearing your custom-designed, finely hand-crafted piece of jewelry.
When you leave the house, someone else may be wearing the same clothes, but no one else will be wearing your custom-designed, finely hand-crafted piece of jewelry.
If you are looking for custom made jewelry in the butterfly capital of the world, jewelry stores in Parachute, CO are certainly readily available. However, if you are seeking a Parachute, CO jewelry store that will treat you like a celebrity by focusing on every detail of your new piece of jewelry, turn to BC Custom Jewelry for that top-of-the-line treatment. Not only will your needs and wants be discussed and considered, they will be brought to life in the form of precious metals and stones in our Parachute, CO jewelry store.
The Difference
What sets BC Custom Jewelry apart from other Parachute, CO jewelry stores? We are not your typical, large jewelry store that focuses on selling bulk jewelry. Rather, we focus on crafting only custom made jewelry pieces for each individual we work with. We do not offer a wide variety of ready-made jewelry pieces that you are forced to select from, like the majority of the jewelry stores in Parachute, CO. On the contrary, we create each order specifically designed from our customers' thoughts and visions. Then, we take those thoughts and visions, the specially requested precious metals and gemstones, and we craft a real-life creation that we hope you will treasure the rest of your life.
Like other jewelry stores in Parachute, CO, often, our customers come to us when a special occasion is approaching and they are interested in having a custom made piece of jewelry made for that occasion, either for themselves or for someone who is deserving of the gift. While we cater to our customers for every single special occasion that they can possible come up with, there are definitely certain occasions that bring customers to jewelry stores in Parachute, CO more than others. The following are some of the special occasions that we have created custom made jewelry pieces for:
Mother's Day
"Honoring thy mother" with a custom made piece of jewelry based on her favorite gemstones, her birthstone, or the birthstones of her children, is a true way of honoring her on her special day. Parachute, CO jewelry stores are obviously filled with people who are searching for the perfect Mother's Day gift shortly before the holiday approaches. However, if you plan ahead and refrain from waiting for the last minute answer to this holiday, you can bring a smile to her face with a custom made piece of jewelry that carries meaning and comes from the heart.
Mother's Day is no longer limited to mothers. People are purchasing gifts for step-mothers, mother in laws, wives, and other special women in their lives. So, do not limit yourself to thinking about a custom made piece of jewelry for just your mother. Think about all of the special women in your life and how you could bring a smile to their faces with a piece of jewelry that reflects their personal style.
Valentine's Day
Like Mother's Day, Valentine's Day floods jewelry stores in Parachute, CO, for quite similar reasons. People are seeking the perfect gift for that special woman in their life. What could be more special than a custom made piece of jewelry? You could ask your Valentine questions to find out what she would like in a piece of jewelry. Does she like yellow gold or white gold, or would she prefer silver? What are her favorite gemstones? What colors does she tend to wear or have an affinity for? You may just want to walk into a Parachute, CO jewelry store and just pick out a piece of jewelry and be done with it.
Or, you might be bold enough to take a shot in the dark and come up with an idea on your own for the Valentine's Day gift. When you come to BC Custom Jewelry with your vision, you will never be let down or feel like you have settled for something less, because we work to ensure that your jewelry comes out exactly as you desire. And, when your recipient opens the wrapping and sees that the gift came from a box with the BC Custom Jewelry logo on it, we assure you that you will see a smile on her face before she even opens the box and sees what is inside.
Other Occasions
There are plenty of other special occasions throughout the year that jewelry is the perfect gift for. For example, weddings and birthdays always bring people flocking to Parachute, CO jewelry stores. Make sure that you pick the right jewelry store for your needs so that you will never regret your decision, because you are investing in a gift that should last a lifetime. Try BC Custom Jewelry once, and you will see that it will become your favorite, go-to Parachute, CO jewelry store for all of your special occasions.


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He's an ordinary-looking teenager, but 13-year-old Jordan Nelson is now believed to be New Zealand's youngest murderer.
Nelson pleaded guilty in the High Court at New Plymouth yesterday to the murder of his caregiver, 50-year-old Rosemaree Kurth earlier this year.
Nelson was 13 years and 89 days old when he shot Ms Kurth in the back of the head with a .22 calibre rifle.
The nearest thing to a motive that the Crown could offer to the court was the fact that Ms Kurth had taken his Freeview TV receiver from him.
The boy also admitted to police that sometimes "she would get shitty with me".
Taranaki Daily News research has been unable to uncover a younger murderer since a law change in 1977 allowed children over 10 to be charged with murder or manslaughter.
In 1991, another 13-year-old murdered 23-year-old nurse Rachel Bennett after entering her Wellington flat and stabbing her 15 times.
Nelson appeared before Justice Timothy Brewer in the High Court at New Plymouth charged with Ms Kurth's murder.
Ms Kurth, who had three children and three grandchildren, was found dead at a rural house on Piko Road, Okoki, on April 15, with a gunshot wound to her head.
Nelson had initially denied the charge and was due to stand trial later this month, but yesterday changed his plea.
Justice Brewer lifted name suppression for Nelson and Ms Kurth, which had been in place since the shooting.
Ms Kurth's family and Nelson's family were seated in the public gallery for his appearance.
Nelson, who was wearing black trousers and a collared shirt, stood with his head bowed for most of his appearance.
Crown solicitor Cherie Clarke said Nelson thought of Kerry Lock, who was in a relationship with Ms Kurth, as his grandfather and the three had lived at the address since September 2010.
Mr Lock had known Nelson since he was a baby.
Nelson's father lives in Stratford and his mother lives in Napier.
Miss Clarke said about a week before her murder, Nelson was annoyed when Ms Kurth had removed the Freeview box from his room.
Nelson seemed to enjoy the rural life and Mr Lock had taken him hunting and fishing and taught him to use a .22 calibre rifle which was kept at the property, she said.
On the morning of April 15, Nelson got the gun out of the closet and the ammunition from the drawers and placed them in the sleepout, while Mr Lock was out walking the dogs.
Miss Clarke said when Mr Lock again left the house about 3pm Nelson took the gun from the sleepout and shot Ms Kurth once in the back of the head while she worked on a jigsaw puzzle at the dining room table.
Nelson then dragged Ms Kurth into her bedroom.
After ransacking Mr Lock's room and taking $16.10 in coins and a tusk carved necklace Nelson drove off towards Urenui in Ms Kurth's white Ford Telstar.
Mr Lock said he saw the car leaving and believed it was Ms Kurth going to Urenui for some reason.
When he arrived home Mr Lock saw a trail of blood leading from the dining room table to Ms Kurth's bedroom and the rifle on the floor about two metres from the table.
"The bedroom door was semi-closed. He opened the door and found Ms Kurth lying on her back," Miss Clarke said.
Mr Lock immediately presumed Nelson was responsible and informed emergency services.
Police later found Nelson driving along Bayly St in Waitara and he was arrested.
When interviewed by police the next day with his lawyer Patrick Mooney present, Nelson claimed to have a memory blank.
"He maintained he was going to the police in Waitara because he felt like he had done something wrong but didn't know what it was," Miss Clarke said.
Nelson told police his relationship with Mr Lock was good and he had done a lot for him.
However, when asked about how he got on with Ms Kurth Nelson said "sometimes not that good".
"If I do something wrong she gets shitty with me," he said.
He gave examples of being grounded for a month, stopped from visiting his mother in the school holidays and not getting his $20 for mowing the lawns.
Nelson later admitted to police Ms Kurth had died because he had shot her, Miss Clarke said.
Justice Brewer convicted Nelson and recorded a first strike warning against him.
He remanded Nelson in custody until December 20 for sentencing and ordered that a pre-sentence report and victim impact statements be prepared.
"What is going to happen to you is going to be determined at your sentencing," Justice Brewer said.
1991: A 13-year-old Wellington schoolboy was convicted of the murder of nurse Rachel Bennett, who was stabbed 16 times. He has permanent name suppression.
1994: Anthony Alfred Afu, 14, beat John Wahanui to death with a piece of wood in Auckland. Originally charged with murder, he was eventually convicted of manslaughter.
2001: Bailey Junior Kurariki, was just 12 when he was involved in the killing of pizza delivery man Michael Choy in 2001. He was convicted of manslaughter.
2003: Renee Kara O'Brien was convicted of the murder of Waitara truck driver Kenneth Pigott. O'Brien was 14. Her co-offenders – Puti Irene Heather Maxwell and Kararina Makere Te Tauna, both 14 – were convicted of manslaughter.
2008: Kalem Ames, 14, stabbed Tokoroa man Shayne Pita Walker, 22, to death in the town. He was charged with murder, and a jury found him guilty of manslaughter.
2008: Jahche Broughton, 14, bashed 27-year-old Scottish tourist Karen Aim to death in Taupo. He was sentenced to life imprisonment for Ms Aim's murder.
2008: Teenage cousins Courtney Patricia Churchwood, 16, and Loi-lea Waiora Te Wini, 14, murdered retired Opotiki school teacher John Rowe.
2009: A 12-year-old East Coast boy shot an 11-year-old boy dead and pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
Fairfax NZ News
The original release of this article first appeared on the website of Hangzhou Night Net.


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5 Reasons Why Data Visionaries Help Businesses Succeed in Hybrid Cloud
Learn the secrets of mastering hybrid cloud from one of Silicon Valley's leading data visionaries.
NetApp 01/09/2018
A data visionary enables businesses to:
- Accelerate top-line growth.
- Drive operational efficiency to the bottom line.
- Position themselves for future thriving and success.
As Vice President of Engineering at Integrated Archive Systems (IAS) in Palo Alto, California, John Woodall is proud to describe himself a data visionary. In today's data-driven world, that's an integral role for companies who want to grow their business.
Woodall noted that today's data visionaries have something in common with Michelangelo. "He saw David encased in a block of marble and knew how to get him out of it," Woodall said.
1. Data Visionaries Define Business Challenges First
No matter the technology, every business must be financially responsible, deliver value to its shareholders (if they're public), and ultimately provide real-world solutions for their customers.
Woodwall says that's why Data Visionaries are experts in making sure business needs and technology work together seamlessly. Not matter what the technology, businesses still have to be profitable.
What we want to do is help customers bridge their particular gap from where they are today to a new way of doing things without breaking the things that they already have built their businesses on, John noted.
2. Data Visionaries Maximize the Benefits of Legacy Applications
Most businesses face two challenges in becoming part of the digital economy.
First, they can't afford to break the legacy applications that they've built their businesses on.
Second, they're facing tremendous pressure to quickly pivot into new ways of monetizing and growing their business more rapidly.
To take advantage of the tools, techniques, and cloud-based architectures of the future, companies must ensure their legacy applications are compatible.
"A digital-transformation partner has the ability to help them look back at the legacy that has gotten them the success that they enjoy to date, but then pivot and help them look forward," John said.
3. Data Visionaries are Enablers of the Hybrid Cloud
Once a company decides on which business problem they're trying to solve, the next step is to zero-in on the best technological fit. Hybrid cloud allows a data-driven organization to retain the most control, the highest degree of agility, and the best cost control of their data.
John said companies considering a Hybrid Cloud solution, should ask these three questions before doing anything else.
- How do I leverage my data ?
- Do I want my data on prem ?
- Am I comfortable moving it to the cloud ?
"Ultimately, I think you end up in a hybrid-cloud model," Woodall says. "The ability to turn that particular cost-control and agility know-how is essential and foundational to a hybrid model. "
John added that if you're not centralizing your strategy around open-source tools in this economy, you risk being left behind.
If your company does wind up selecting the Hybrid Cloud model, check out Open Source first. That's because the pace and rate of innovation in the open-source community outstrips other sources of innovation most of the time.
4. Data Visionaries Know How to Use Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is probably one of the hottest areas that we see right now.
Data visionaries have a plan to understand the operational data they're collecting.
They also know the best ways to ask the right questions of the data.
Finally, they can advise a company on whether to hire a data scientist.
John said it all comes down to whether a company understands its data.
5. Data Visionaries Get an A in Analytics
John says analytics is the foundation to a good AI program. That's because when you're teaching a machine to think, you want use very simple cases.
The relationship between data management and analytics or artificial intelligence is -- really, it's a foundation.
You have to have a consistent way to manage your data in an analytics context because you will most likely use the data or results of the same data across multiple AI or analytics platforms.
John Woodall is the Vice President of Engineering at Integrated Archive Systems (IAS) in Palo Alto, California. He leads the engineering product strategy, portfolio, and technical direction for IAS, helping customers design new and innovative solutions for cloud and on-premises IT.
John is a rock and roll fanatic, and can often be seen banging his head with the best of them. His favorites include The Who and U2.


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This week marked our first day back after our summer hiatus. We spent the time talking about the learning we did over the summer and how the start of the school year has been going. We got into a brief discussion about how important we are to the atmosphere of the classroom. We will return to this topic at a later date.


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By Herman Miller
This is Arsenal's (leaked) 125th anniversary home kit, as worn by an onrushing Gael Clichy. It's fairly standard issue, apart from the crest, which you will notice is surrounded by laurel leaves. Why? Arsenal blog Le Grove has the skinny:
"It has 15 laurel leaves to the left side of the Club's crest, reflecting the design detail on the reverse of the six pence pieces paid by 15 men to establish the Club – the laurel leaves also represent strength.
"The 15 oak leaves to the right of the Club's crest give a nod to the founders who would meet in the Royal Oak pub.
"Underneath the crest is one of the first recorded mottos related to armament and battle – Forward."
There you go. Forward – but still without trophies? Once again a sports company looks to the past to find new ways to fleece you, new ways to redesign the wheel, new ways to package bullshit. That said, you can't argue with the basic Arsenal home kit, which of course is a design classic. This is no better or worse than any other.
You like the kit peeps?
Image via Caught Offside


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Juxtapoz Magazine - Bending the Lines
March 1, 2018
What has always impressed us about Gil Bruvel is his ability to push the limits. Not only on the medium he is working with, which, like what he showed at the Juxtapoz Clubhouse in Miami were stainless steel sculptures, but just testing the limits of how he approaches new materials and narratives in his work. His newest solo show, Bending the Lines, which opens at Laura Rathe Fine Art in Houston on March 21st, sees the artist working with wood and exploring the boundaries of the material in a new series of almost painting-like-sculptures.