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That's all for now, more colony 87 models to come (2 actually), some more Frostgrave and some unexpected models too !
All in the next episodes of Leadplague !
Nice one JB, lovely job on this - I have to say, this was my favourite C87 mini to work on, and you have certainly done it justice :-) Question for you - do you think this is male? I found myself wondering if 'he' was really a 'she' when I was painting it...ReplyDelete
Cheer smate, I have to say this one wouldn't have been my pick of th ebunch at first but painting it really revealed plenty of nice little details and the whole model is very characterful. You only truly know a modle once you've painted it and it's now one of my faves too !
I have to say I asked myself the very same question about the gender of this one and I actually really like that part of mistery actually !
Nice work - the rust and grime are great. They work really well with the colour of the tunic.ReplyDelete
Cheers ! Sometimes, simpler is better !Delete
Really nice JB. Im looking forward to a full group shot, such lovely work.ReplyDelete
The group shot with all 12 models is highly motivating. It will definitely be a pleasant milestone behind me.
Thanks !
Seeing the whole band of Colony87 boys and girls will be an awesome piece :)
I like the mud on lower part of the miniatures, nice blend and look !
Cheers mec ! It's a really enjoyable model which painted itself really. I'm eager to show you the 12 models in a pic !Delete
This one looks great JB!
I like the weathering & I to think that there's no such thing as cheating with painting.
I think this one is the pick of the bunch for me, very cool :)
To be precise, the only cheating I can think of is getting your stuff painted by others and claiming it's your work ! Otherwise, done is good for me.
Cheers buddy !
Great choice of colours, as always. The clothes really put this character in the middle of a toxic desert. I could easily picture him/her leading some Brahmin in a radscorpion territory. Rusted metal is indeed great too.ReplyDelete
Fallout's never far from my hobby thoughts so ther emight be an influence here, there could be a bit of Gimenez too, who knows !
Cheers mec !
Pretty cool Assless. Looking at it it inspires thoughts of a desert cleric or a wandering healer of some kind.ReplyDelete
Excellent weathering.ReplyDelete
Cheers, nothing but old tricks here but only results count !Delete
Lovely! The weathering works a treat. I'd love to see a step-by-step of the rusted steel - it's incredibly effective. I can just imagine this poor guy following a pilgrim trail - hopping from one low-budget inter-stellar transport to another, trekking on foot for months at a time, visiting sacred shrines and paying a fortune to be blessed by priests!ReplyDelete
I've been using that rust effect a lot so I guess I could show a little "how to" next time I condider using it indeed ! It's really quick and simple. Just nee dto find the suitable model for it.
I think you have the same mental image of the pilgrim as I have. Oh but wait, yes of course... now I need a shrine.
That looks really good. Another hand up for a tutorial on how you did that rust job. I've heard of people using hairspray in the process?ReplyDelete
The recipe is pretty easy, I'll think of a model on which to show it !
The hairspray method is more for when you want the rust to show through a damaged paintjob, here, I'm not even bothering about having something on top !
Cheers man !
The raggedy aspect of the guy is superb, top notch work, I'm amazed :OReplyDelete
Cheers brother ! When the sculpt's good, there's not much to do ! ^^'Delete
Really nice! The metal is excellent!
Muted colour palette and use of washes really make this quite an endearing ash waster.
The helmet especially to me stands out.
Cheers, I tried to stay away from anything eye-catching on this one and only kept the helmet with a contrasting colour to have a focus on the upper part of the model. The black to blue blending is not as good looking as the photo would lead to believe but it's good enough for the time invested. ^^'Delete
I have been a long time fan of your work but this mini is a whole 'nother level of awesomeness. I love everything you have done with it. Great job! Great! :)ReplyDelete
Wow, you're never short on nice words mate ! This one really was a warm up after a big week without any painting so cheap tricks and shortcuts only, those do give a sense of satisfaction that fuels for more work though so it's well worth using them !Delete
O_O ... this was just a warm up? Darn ... I feel so inadequate. It truly looks awesome to me. I guess sometimes the simplest things done well is waaayyyyy (too many A's and Y's?) better than the fancy schmancy stuff i.e. technique A over technique B supplemented by technique C ... you get what I mean. Anyways I stand by my initial reaction to this piece ... awesome ^_^Delete
You're kind but you're a way more skilled painter than I am really ! The paint chipping and weathering on the robe are just here to hide the fact that the robe is actually only highlighted in 3 steps (and not exactly blended in). No area has received more than 4 steps of work I think so it's just quick techniques I've used many times over just to get straight to the point. ^^Delete
I'm preparing the rust tutorial right now and you'll see it's just all bluff !Delete


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May 27, 2008
I know it's been a loong time,...two whole months!
I never had the intention to step away from the computer for that long, but let's just say I've got lost!!
I lost myself in many things going on at the same time. And those things gave me stress...lots of stress.
I had to make a choice....that's why blogging came second. I also wasn't all that creative, so what was there to tell?
But now things are calmed down and I try to work my way back. I've got a lot of blogreading catching up to do and try to find some inspiration again.
There is a stash of Fabric in front of me waiting to be transformed into a cribquilt.
It's a quilt for our first grandchild, DD is due mid-July. We are so excited!
The baby's room is almost finished and is oh so sweet.
Aunt Heleen was a big help. She made the curtains and helped with the crib. I'll post some photos of the crib next time. It's an old one, Heleen and I slept in it when we were babies and so were our children. And now it's going to be used by the third generation.
I'm off now...see if I can find my scissors and start on cutting this fabric and make it a quilt!
35 comments:
- Heidi said...
Welcome back Corry! And congratulations on your upcoming little addition to the family. How exciting to await the arrival of your first grandchild. I am sure your inspiration will return quickly enough. Sometimes a blogging break is a good thing and you will feel very inspired as you catch up.
Hugs and groetjes ~
- May 27, 2008 at 4:25 PM
- Mette said...
Welcome back. I just love the flowered fabric! Can't wait to see you work.
- May 27, 2008 at 4:55 PM
- Mirre said...
Good to hear from you again!
I'm sure you will make a lovely quilt for your grandchild!
- May 27, 2008 at 5:06 PM
- Jeanne said...
Welcome back, Corry! Congratulations on your almost here grandchild! Looking forward to seeing the quilt you are planning.
- May 27, 2008 at 5:38 PM
- Dawn said...
Can't wait to see the quilt!!!!
So exciting...the baby to come..
I'm happy for you.
- May 27, 2008 at 6:05 PM
- Patti said...
Congratulations Grandma! Nothing is better than a new grandbaby. How well I remember when our first was born a little over a year ago. Do you know if it's a boy or girl? I'm guessing girl because of the flowers - but then boys like flowers also and you do have some blue in that stack!
- May 27, 2008 at 6:25 PM
- Karol-Ann said...
I do believe blogging should come second to real life and it should be fun. Sometimes a break is good for you!
- May 27, 2008 at 7:41 PM
- Karol-Ann said...
I do believe blogging should come second to real life and it should be fun. Sometimes a break is good for you!
- May 27, 2008 at 7:42 PM
- Sew Create It - Jane said...
Welcome back...hope that what ever kept you away wasn't too serious.
Looking forward to seeing and reading about the quilt you have planned for your grandchild.
- May 27, 2008 at 10:52 PM
- Jackie said...
Welcome back!I missed reading your blog! It looks like you are planning a wonderful project. Congratulation on the grandbaby. What a great time in your lives!
- May 28, 2008 at 12:08 AM
- Meredith said...
glad you are ok, next time put up a going on vacation notice....:)
so some of us won't worry !
- May 28, 2008 at 1:09 AM
- Georgeanne said...
I'm so glad to see you're back! Your blog is one of my favorites. Congratulations on the new grandbaby!
- May 28, 2008 at 2:41 AM
- Saar said...
Hi Corry,
Welcome back, I missed your blog. So you will soon be an Oma, that will be so exciting. Hope all goes well with moeder and kindje! I only know a little dutch. Hope you are enjoying the apring and the beautiful flowers that grow with it.
- May 28, 2008 at 3:32 AM
- Peg - Happy In Quilting said...
What lovely fabric to make a quilt for your first grand baby...congratulations.
- May 28, 2008 at 4:47 AM
- Jacquie said...
Welcome back and congratulations! Beautiful fabric. Can't wait to see what you do with it!
- May 28, 2008 at 5:18 AM
- nicolette said...
Good to see you're back Corry and congratulations on your first grandchild! How exciting!
Enjoy making the crib-quilt!
- May 28, 2008 at 9:21 AM
- eileen said...
Hi Corry, it was so good to see a new post from you! The crib sheet fabric is simply adorable. Sweet for the baby!
- May 28, 2008 at 1:10 PM
- bunches of yarn said...
Hi Corry: So glad to see you back and well. I've been away a while also. It seems that life never stops for blogging. You did right in doing what came first.
The baby quilt fabric is adorable.
- May 28, 2008 at 8:17 PM
- bunches of yarn said...
Hi Corry: So glad to see you back and well. I've been away a while also. It seems that life never stops for blogging. You did right in doing what came first.
The baby quilt fabric is adorable.
- May 28, 2008 at 8:17 PM
- sandra said...
Hello Corry, I'm glad you're back!
Crongratulations on your grandchild!
- May 28, 2008 at 8:34 PM
- Ayala Levinger said...
congratulations on your first grandchild! I wish my mother made quilts for her grandchild but I have to make everything myself :-))))
Welcome back!
- May 28, 2008 at 10:04 PM
- Belém said...
So glad to see you back. Congratulations on your first Grandchild. Great news :)
- May 29, 2008 at 12:01 AM
- meggie said...
Congratulations to the Happy Couple.
Congratulations to you too. Being a grandparent is wonderful!! It brings a unique joy!
Happy Stitching.
- May 29, 2008 at 10:38 AM
- quiltygal said...
Welcome back you were missed....Hope all is well with you now:).....congrats on the new baby can't wait to see what you do with the material.....I am having a giveaway so come on over & visit
- May 29, 2008 at 1:20 PM
- sweetiepie said...
You are going to love being a grandmom! Your stash is going to make a beautiful quilt. I can't wait to see the finished project.
My daughter is expecting my second grandbaby in July also. This one is going to be a girl. Joyce in Iowa
- May 29, 2008 at 2:37 PM
- Lucy Locket-Pocket said...
So glad you are back - I've missed you! Lucy x
- May 29, 2008 at 3:51 PM
- craftydiane said...
Congratulations on becoming a grandmother! This is the first time I have looked at your blog and I just love it! It is so bright and cheerful and you do lovely work!
- May 29, 2008 at 9:37 PM
- Felicia said...
Glad you're back :)
- May 30, 2008 at 4:55 PM
Welcome back Corry. Really missed you. Wow! you will just love being a grandparent. Will you be Oma or do you have other names for Nanna's too.
Can't wait to see the quilt you will make from the lovely baby fabrics.
Bye for now
- May 31, 2008 at 12:27 AM
- Levin (and Emily) said...
welcome back! it's lovely to hear from you again.
i can't wait to see the quilt you make for your grandchild. it must be such an exciting time for you and also for your daughter. i remember my first pregnancy - it's such a special time. i hope all is going well.
- May 31, 2008 at 2:46 AM
- Moorea said...
So glad you are back and everything is OK! Looking forward to seeing your baby quilt come together! I am going to make a baby quilt this month for my cousin's first baby!
- May 31, 2008 at 10:23 PM
- Christine said...
Welcome back - I missed you too. Looking forward to seeing the crib quilt.
- May 31, 2008 at 10:54 PM
- Yummers! said...
So glad you're back!! I kept checking... and no Dutch Blue.
Breaks are good for everyone. Bloging shouldn't stress us... it should be fun. The closer I get to my daughter's wedding, the more I'm thinking of taking another break to get everything done the way we want it.
Welcome back!!
- June 1, 2008 at 7:10 PM
- Guðrún said...
Welcome back and congratulations on your new title to be. It must be special to get to be a granny!
- June 1, 2008 at 11:06 PM
- Katherine said...
So glad you're back, Corry. I missed you! How exciting that your first grandchild is soon to arrive. I love the fabrics you've chosen for the crib quilt.
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Are you looking to spruce up your next party with something new? Hanging decorations are always fun and can instantly make your party feel like the celebration it should be, but as much as I love tissue poms and honeycomb balls, sometimes I just feel like something different. Geometrics are awesome and everywhere so shouldn't they be at your party too?
A side note on my creative process: I usually obsess over things. That's why you will see an abundance of fringe or tissue paper or geometrics around my DIYs. I have a monthly schedule that I run and as I finish new tutorials, I go to my next project and sometimes ditch the original plan from my list to make this newly inspired creation. Such is the case with the two geometric projects that popped out yesterday. First, I made the diamond honeycomb DIY for Ruffled. I love how insanely easy these are, I mean can you cut in a straight line? Done. To be continued... (always wanted to say that!)
I forgot to mention this, but it is in the full DIY post, these are inspired by Confetti System's PARTY PARTY Collection. Inspired is a tricky word, it's a case of I saw it and said "I could totally make those" and of course I have to show you how too. For two reasons, A. Budget restraints keep us from buying crates full of these things and B. Even if A wasn't an issue, you still can't get them yet.
I sometimes wonder what it would be like to not have to make everything myself, but then I think what would I do with a spare bedroom not filled with craft and party supplies and what would I do with all that spare time on my hands? Ok, sometimes I think it would be nice but I would be back at it in no time.


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it's over. i've got two wonderful weeks of free time now - holidays! and i'm nearly on my way to travel through europe right now, on sunday 4am i'll start, driving from where i live, from cold and rainy germany to italy, where it's hopefully warm and sunny. from there i will enter a cruise ship, which takes me from genova to palermo/sicilia, palma/mallorca, barcelona/spain, marseilles/france and back. it's going to be an awesome week, i'm hoping to take a lot of photos, i even bought an single-use-underwater-camera for the sea or the pool :D and i'm really looking forward getting to barcelona, it's an awesome city. ah, i can't wait, i wanna drive away right now!
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A few weeks ago in this post I mentioned wanting to go up to Danby Beacon, and since it was the Easter bank holiday last weekend, I took advantage of an unexpectedly sunny bank holiday Monday to do just that. The result was a five-and-a-half-mile circular walk which is absolutely beautiful and well worth doing, so I'm writing it up here for anyone who might like to try.
This is a round walk starting and ending outside the Duke of Wellington pub in Danby, taking you up to the landmark Danby Beacon and across the top of Danby Low Moor. For the sake of argument I've assumed you'll be arriving from the direction of Danby station, but of course you can get there by any means you like. Here's Google's map of the route:
Distance: 5.5 miles
Time: 2-3 hours
Difficulty: Medium (steep sections with long level stretches)
Terrain: Tarmac road throughout (caution: no pavements)
Take with you: A bottle of water, a warm jumper, and a windproof jacket – even on a warm day, the wind can make the high moors a very cold place!
Coming out of Danby station gate, turn left and head up the road towards the crossroads, alongside the beck. At the crossroads, turn right up the side of the Duke of Wellington onto Briar Hill:
Continue as Briar Hill turns into Lodge Lane and follow for about half a mile, when you'll find yourself at this junction:
If you follow the road round to the right, you'll find yourself at the Moors Centre just around the corner (facilities include cafe and toilets) so if you want to pause and fortify yourself, here's where to do it. Otherwise, bear left onto Park Bank:
This first, uphill stretch is the most demanding part of the route, so by all means take it slowly and look around you. The fields here are small and separated by some beautiful traditional drystone walling:
After a little under half a mile, you'll reach a cattle grid; cross over this, and take the immediate left turn:
You're now up on the the flank of Beacon Hill, and will find the terrain around you changing from fields to open heather moor and turf:
Follow the road, carrying straight on past this turnoff:
As you come up the moor, you'll be able to see Danby Beacon itself in the distance:
The current Beacon is a modern work of art erected in 2008 (though it is also a functional beacon and has been lit!), but there has been a beacon on this site since the 1600s when one was placed to act as an early warning in case the French invaded England. During the 1930s-1960s this was also the site of the RAF Danby Beacon radar station, though there are no immediately obvious traces of the station remaining. The road takes you to a T-junction just by the Beacon, and at this point, turn left; taking as much time as you like of course to explore the Beacon and its surroundings:
Worth a look are the white Ordnance Survey marker, part of the UK's official mapping grid; the standing stone with a directional rose on top of it indicating the distance and directions to various nearby settlements and landmarks; and, of course, the magnificent Beacon itself:
Once you're done with that, rejoin the road heading northwest across Danby Low Moor:
This next stretch of the walk is mostly level going for about a mile and a half, and offers spectacular views in every direction, from Esk Dale on your left to the long view over to the coast on your right – on a clear day you can see the sea from here, though I couldn't on this particular occasion owing to a mist over the coast. You may also notice a number of low mounds dotting the landscape – these are "howes", prehistoric burial mounds erected to honour the dead of our distant ancestors and a fascinating reminder of just how old this landscape, and the human presence in it, is.This road terminates in a T-junction: turn left and head downhill, being careful as this is now a two-lane road that carries considerably more traffic than the single-track roads over the moor top:
Follow the road for another mile and a half until you come back into Danby from the top, passing over another cattle grid:
You'll come down to the crossroads from this perspective, and will find the Duke of Wellington on your left to bring you back out where you started:
You can, of course, always nip into the Duke for a drink at this point; but for a non-pub alternative, I'd highly recommend turning left and going round the corner, because just past the Duke on Briar Hill is the Danby Stonehouse Bakery and Cafe, suppliers of traditional baked goods to what seems like every tea room from here to the North Sea and makers of some of the best cakes and buns you'll ever eat anywhere:
I cannot recommend this establishment highly enough – particularly since when I went in there myself at the end of this walk on Monday and plaintively asked "Are you still serving?" the lady at the counter took one look at my windswept state and very kindly said "Go on, then…" Bless you, Danby Stonehouse staff, and thank you from the bottom of my heart if you happen to read this.
I can vouch for the quality of the hot chocolate, too:
Of course, if you wanted to you could always do this walk in the opposite direction, going north out of Danby and coming round to the Beacon from the other side. I'd recommend doing it as I've described simply because my version results in you spending more time walking downhill than up once the first steep stretch on Park Bank is cleared, but if you'd prefer the alternative you can of course simply reverse my directions. Either way this is a beautiful route, and a great walk if you just want to stretch your legs and get a good sense of the scenery without getting caught up in any of the Moors' more challenging terrain. Have fun!


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After a series of liberal groups — including Black Lives Matter — managed to disrupt a Donald Trump campaign rally in Chicago last Friday, the media inexplicably blamed Donald Trump and his supporters for somehow "inciting" the violence.
Now, Black Lives Matters activists have been at it again, with one going on Twitter to threaten that if Trump wins, he and other black men will riot. What's the media saying now? Not much of anything.
The threat came from a St. Louis-based Black Lives Matter-affiliated Twitter activist and rapper named Tef Poe earlier this week. In a now-deleted tweet, he came up with a chilling threat to anyone who dared support Donald Trump.
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"Dear white people if Trump wins young n****s such as myself are fully hell bent on inciting riots everywhere we go. Just so you know," Poe wrote.
It's apparently okay for this man to threaten outright violence against all white people as a punishment if Donald Trump is elected, but if Trump complains about protesters at his rallies he's suddenly Il Duce.
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The demand that white people abnegate their support for Trump or face violence is the very antithesis of democracy and civil society. And while the media weren't willing to call Poe on it, plenty of people were.
That's why he took the obvious next step: deleting his post.
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As you know, when you delete something on the Internet, it erases any evidence that it ever happened, and everything goes back to the way it was before you … oh, wait. Never mind.
It's okay, though. Poe continued his Twitter rants against Trump. What his more recent invective against Trump may have lacked in violent rhetoric, it made up for in utter incomprehensibility.
(WARNING: plenty o' bad language ahead.)
We are so fearful of the term "riot" y'all don't give a shit stop the social media posturing.
— War Machine III (@TefPoe) March 16, 2016
these fools wanna vote for a man that doesn't the difference between Harriet Tubman and your favorite "video vixen".
— War Machine III (@TefPoe) March 16, 2016
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Trump wins aint no more rules fammo. We've been too nice as is.
— War Machine III (@TefPoe) March 16, 2016
"wait for the legislation literally sounds like kiss my ass" to my ears.
— War Machine III (@TefPoe) March 16, 2016
And here I thought they'd banned bath salts.
Of course, this will never be reported on by the mainstream media, while Trump supporters are blamed for everything from the violent acts of protesters to the disappearance of the Lindbergh baby.
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However, now that America knows the truth, and they're wise to the white-washing that the media's been doing, they're not going to put up with this.
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Last Saturday, July 11, 2015, was the Henderson NY Garden Club's Garden Tour! There were eight homes on the tour and the Henderson School Apartments which featured a vegetable garden and several attractive seating areas.
Henderson, NY, is located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario in Jefferson County. Some of the homes on this tour were in Henderson Harbor. All the homes on the tour have beautiful views of the water. Some of the best sunsets are on Lake Ontario in this area.
It's nice to take a garden tour in your area because it gives you an idea of what shrubs, trees, and perennials grow well in your area, as well as how large they grow, if they are invasive, and what are their soil/light and water requirements. In addition to that, there is usually a garden club member at each house site which can help to identify plants and answer questions that you may have.
|The Secret Garden
While these gardens are very beautiful, it's not always easy gardening on these sites. They have very rocky soil, and in some areas there is not much topsoil covering the rocks. In some of these pictures you will see areas of rock edgings and walls and they most likely came from those individual properties.
Another major problem for these gardens are deer. The deer population in this area is unbelievable. I never would have thought that deer would thrive in these areas, but they do and they love it here. Most of the garden club members and owners of the properties that I talked with all said that deer were a problem in the gardens. So the challenge has been to try to have beautiful flowers with the least amount of deer damage. The deer love most any kind of flower buds.
We, personally, have tried many different deer repellents. Some work, but you have to keep at it more often that what's recommended on the labels. We've tried some of the home remedies that you mix yourself with household ingredients, and that might deter them for awhile, but if they get hungry enough you can count on them coming back. We have used the concentrated form of Liquid Fence, and one of my neighbors uses Bobbex. And they both work.
|This was a new house in Henderson Harbor which featured new landscaping.
|One of the new raised beds at this home.
Another one of the homes we visited had beautiful decks and a great entrance porch. I loved how it was decorated with the birdhouses in the photo above and the cozy seating area in the picture below.
The two photos below show the large perennial garden at the entrance to this home. I'm sure the rocks that border the garden are from the ground when the property was excavated for the home.
The home in the photo below also includes rock borders and ledges and the owner explained that most the the rock came from their property as well.
This is their view of Lake Ontario.
Another place on the tour featured a lovely place with beautiful views and perennials. It appeared to be a very welcoming and comfortable home.
Another home on the tour featured a home with two beautiful pond areas.
The house and gardens featured in the photos below were the last place we visited on the tour, and it is also the place of friends of ours, Mark and Linda Adams. They have created several themed gardens on various areas of their property. The areas include a sunny garden, a Victorian Garden, a Knot Garden, and a few others as well. There is an extensive amount of shade on the property and they have done a great job of planting shrubs and perennials are that are conducive to that environment.
|This building is the back of the Playhouse.
|One of the seating areas in a shady garden.
|The Garden Shed
|A path leading through the shade garden.
|One of their two Fairy Gardens.
I'd like to thank all of the homeowners for opening up their gardens for us to enjoy their beautiful landscapes and views: Dana Keefer, Nancy Denny, Pam Brandt, Linda & Mark Adams, Barb Davidson, Deb Newcomb, Holly Creek, and Jean Kenna. And thanks to the Henderson Garden Club for hosting our visit.
Hope you enjoyed your armchair tour ~
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3-Inch Small Ridge Afghan Square
3-Inch Small Ridge Afghan Square
In the attempt to finish my 30/30 challenge here on Hubpages, I have decided to publish one of my crochet patterns.
Earlier in the year, I signed up for a 365 day granny challenge, which you can read more about here. As a result of that challenge, I have designed a small group of some 3" afghan squares.
In this hub, I would like to share my 3-inch small ridge afghan square. The pattern is worked in the back loops, which then creates a small ridge at the front of the square.
The afghan square only measures 3" and is fairly easy to do. It actually looks more like a circle, but once you join it to other squares, it shapes up quite nicely.
Material: Patons Canadiana - The New Generation (A small amount of 3 colors.)
Hook Size: H/8-5.00MM
Skill Level: Easy
Notes and Abbreviations
Unless otherwise stated, the pattern is worked in both loops.
CA = First Color
CB = Second Color
CC = Third Color
Bl/bls = Back Loop/Back Loops
Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
FO = Fasten Off
Hdc = Half Double Crochet
Lp/Lps = Loops/Loops
Rnd/Rnds = Round/Rounds
Sc = Single Crochet
Sk = Skip
Sl St = Slip Stitch
Sp/Sps = Space/Spaces
St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
The Pattern
With CA, ch 4. Join with sl st to form ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, work 2 sc into each ch. Join with sl st. (8 sts)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, working in bl only, (sc, ch 1) in first st and in each st around. Join with sl st. (8 ch-1 sps)
Rnd 3: Sl st into ch-1 sp. Join CB, ch 1, 5 hdc in same ch-1 sp, *hdc in next ch-1 sp**, 5 hdc in next ch-1 sp, repeat from * around, ending at **. Join with sl st. (24 sts)
Rnd 4: Join CC, ch 1, (sc, ch 2) in first st, sk next st, *(sc, ch 2) in next st, sk next st, repeat from * around. Join with sl st. (12 ch-2 lps)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, working in bl only, sc in each st and ch around. Join with sl st. (36 sts) F.O.
You can join this square simply by sewing it to another, or you can use a fancy joining stitch, such as the flat braid. I happen to like the flat braid as it adds a lacy touch to it.
Fall Flower Afghan
This is another one of my afghan square patterns. I actually took the time to make a large afghan - it was very time consuming, but I really love it. I know that they are fall colors, but I love it so much that I am still using it. It is super warm. - Fall Flower Afghan
Afghan Square
I made this afghan square all in one color, however, in the future I think I will try making it in several colors and see how that looks. I don't think I can go wrong... - Afghan Square
- Free Afghan Crochet Patterns
A collection of free afghan crochet patterns. The collection includes round afghans, oblong afghans and afghan squares.
- Free Crochet Patterns - By Indie Crochet Designers
Free Indie Crochet Patterns
- Crocheted Afghans
Wow! You have to be really talented and patient. Thanks for the good information.
I've actually made baby afghans using small squares like this. Oh my goodness it takes a long time! LOL! I'm wondering why in the last round you don't make corners to square it out so it won't be round. But either way it's very pretty.


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LOS ANGELES — Katy Perry transforms herself into a US Marine in the video of her latest power-pop single, "Part of Me," which addresses female empowerment and pays particular tribute to service women.
However, at least one media type does not support Perry's shout-out to the military.
Prominent feminist Naomi Wolf, author of "The Beauty Myth" and one of many who were arrested amid the Occupy Wall Street protests last year, is urging Americans to boycott the singer, labeling her video "a total piece of propaganda for the Marines."
"I really want to find out if she was paid by them for making it," Wolf wrote on her Facebook page. "It is truly shameful … I would suggest a boycott of this singer whom I really liked — if you are as offended as this glorification of violence as I am."
Chances are Perry will take Wolf's criticism in stride.
"This is one of the most aggressive videos I have ever done," Perry told MTV last week. "It is an affirmation of strength, so I wanted to go the strongest route I could."


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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 20, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) is helping local Colorado Springs company Boecore, Inc. competitively bid for government and commercial contracts in a relationship formed under a U.S. Department of Defense mentor-protege program.
As part of the two-year agreement, Northrop Grumman's Missions Systems sector will mentor Boecore - a woman-owned small business with approximately 80 employees - by providing overarching business development assistance. Northrop Grumman professionals in marketing, operations, contracts, communications and program management will participate in the mentoring activities. Boecore is a partner on several Northrop Grumman programs, including the company's current bid to continue its prime role at the Joint National Integration Center, the nation's premier missile defense wargaming center located at Schriever Air Force Base.
"Boecore has been a provider of technical services to Northrop Grumman for many years where they have exhibited strong customer commitment and a very positive business ethics standard," said Brian Esterby, deputy program manager for Northrop Grumman's Joint National Integration Center contract in Colorado Springs. "Boecore shares a fundamental understanding of the Joint National Integration Center mission which will greatly benefit our team, while helping them to build their capabilities to compete and grow in the defense marketplace. This strategic commitment to assist Boecore will contribute to the overall strength of the Colorado Springs small-business community."
The mentor-protege program was created in an effort to help small and disadvantaged businesses compete more successfully for military contracts by pairing them with large defense contractors. Northrop Grumman's heritage of participation in the Defense Department's mentor-protege program dates back to 1992, a year after the pilot program was approved by Congress. With the signing of this agreement with Boecore, Northrop Grumman now has 18 active mentor-protege agreements.
"Northrop Grumman's willingness to mentor Boecore in the areas of business development, infrastructure enhancement and technology transfer will allow Boecore to become a first-class provider of engineering services and solutions within the defense community," said Kathy Boe, president and CEO, Boecore, Inc.
Northrop Grumman's presence in Colorado Springs includes providing more than three decades of technical expertise to Air Force Space Command, North American Aerospace Defense Command, United States Northern Command and National Reconnaissance Office; the Missile Defense Agency; and Army Space and Missile Defense Command. The company employs approximately 1,200 in Colorado Springs and 2,500 statewide.
Boecore Inc., founded in 2000, is a woman-owned small business focused on providing defense and commercial customers with technical engineering and information technology services. With nearly $6 million in annual sales, Boecore has built a strong reputation for delivering quality engineering and information technology services within the Colorado Springs, Washington, D.C. and Albuquerque areas. Beginning in 2002, Boecore has teamed with Northrop Grumman and has successfully provided engineering and information technology services to a number of defense contracts.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, based in Reston, Va., is a $3.5 billion global integrator of complex, mission-enabling systems and services for defense, intelligence and civil government markets. The sector's technology leadership and expertise spans areas such as strategic systems, including ICBMs; missile defense; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; command and control; and technical services and training.
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"What should my character be doing?"
Hari Ragat encourages proactive play, which means player characters can and should look out for themselves and act on their own agendas. If you're new to the game and the culture it's based on, though, you may want a sort of roadmap to get your character started in an interesting direction. So what should be in your agenda?
- You should be seeking adventures that you can boast about later. Accumulating such boasting points is how your character advances. The harder the adventure is for you, the bigger a boasting point it will be if you win.
- You should be seeking means to increase your character's resources, specially your wealth and your trove of ritual treasures, your Bahandi.
- You should be seeking to make or change Ties that will aid your character. Making friends and allies, making peace with (some) enemies, getting married, getting on good terms with the spirits, will all help your character grow in the world.
- You should be seeking to gain good Reputations for your character, and to erase your bad ones if you have any.
- During the adventure, you should be seeking for ways to gain the favor of the ancestor spirits for your group, because it's Ancestral Favor that powers your craziest, most epic-heroic stunts.
Note that I said seeking. That's because you're free to say to your Game Master, "Hey, I wanna do this." And if the other players like it, that's your adventure for the evening! Did you say you wanted to explore an uncharted island nobody's ever returned from? Sure! Want to find a bride or husband for your character? Go! Want to gather your hometown's young hotbloods to go a-pirating in enemy waters? I did say Hari Ragat is basically a game of playing Southeast Asian Vikings before, so yeah!
But what if the other players voted to do another adventure instead of the one you proposed? No problem. You've got a lot of possible goals from the start, so if you can't work on one on this adventure, you can find a way to work on another as part of the adventure. Feel free to suggest details for your friend's adventure that will test and reward your character. We've got a mechanic for that.
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Authorities in New York City say a man died after falling from the W Hotel in Times Square.
The New York Post reports that the 37-year-old man jumped from the hotel yesterday evening, landing on the Lunt Fontanne Theatre. His body reportedly went undiscovered until after 7 a.m. this morning when a hotel guest made the horrific discovery. The New York Daily News adds that investigators believe the man took his own life. His name has not been released, but the Daily News identifies him as a resident of Brooklyn.
According to Gothamist, the FDNY originally responded to a call regarding someone in cardiac arrest. They later confirmed that the man had died as a result of his fall. The Daily News adds that authorities are investigating how the man gained access to the hotel.
We will update this story here as it develops.
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So, a little background on myself. Fitness is my passion and was once a career. I have a Bachelor and Masters degree in fitness, but was called to bigger and better things when I became a momma. Now fitness is my release, my solace, and something that I do for me.
I have done many athletic things in my day. I have earned my black belt in TaeKwonDo, been a co-ed cheerleader through college and the professional level, ridden over 500 miles on my bike with my dad, done a handful of triathlons, and road runs. I like challenges that keep me motivated, that challenge my body, and give you a high even when you are thinking you have to quit.
My hope is that Find Your {Fit} will help motivate and inspire all mommas to keep or become fit. I look forward to sharing the things and people that have helped me along the way. I look forward to having everyone along on the journey as I train for my first marathon that will take place almost exactly 1 year after my beautiful baby boy was born. I will share the ups, downs, triumphs, and everything else in between! I hope to answer any questions you have and to help YOU find your {fit}!
Here is my marathon training schedule…to keep myself accountable: MARATHON 2012 🙂


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ALBUQUERQUE - A hoop house is an affordable and practical type of greenhouse for the serious gardener. A day-long building workshop sponsored by New Mexico State University and Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8, at the residence of Tish Reid.
"Participants should come prepared to work, bring tools and wear clothing appropriate for the weather," said Joran Viers, horticulturalist with the Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service. The free, hands-on workshop will begin at 9 a.m. Call Viers at (505) 243-1386 to sign up for the workshop and to get directions to the building site.
Under the direction of Del Jimenez, Extension Service agricultural specialist from NMSU's Sustainable Agriculture Science Center in Alcalde, the participants will construct a hoop house with pvc pipe, sheets of plastic and wood. The project concludes at dusk with a demonstration of a simple watering system.
This event is part of NMSU's continuing outreach efforts through the College of Agriculture and Home Economics to educate and inform people of issues and best operating practices for crop and livestock production.
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Lofty Designs
If the number of new developments that have sprung up across the city is any indication, the residential loft trend is alive and well--not only among the urban 20-somethings, but also adventurous baby boomers, especially empty-nesters. As with everything they do, baby boomers are putting their own unique stamp on these spaces for a look that's a far cry from the spare and cold loft aesthetic of yesterday. Here are a few of our favorite furnishings, each perfect for a mature version of standard loft décor.
Metropolitan Artist Lofts Open
The Metropolitan Building at 500 N. Grand Blvd. in the Grand Center district officially re-opened in August as the Metropolitan Artist Lofts. The goal: to make Metropolitan Artist Lofts the epicenter of inspiration, creativity and artistic collaboration in St. Louis. The newly renovated building in the Midtown historic district houses 72 live/work lofts with one- and two-bedroom floor plans, extra-tall ceilings and large windows that offer wonderful views of the city. There also are four on-property studios, including a painting and drawing studio, pottery studio and dance studio. In addition to organizations and foundations that contribute to the arts and/or support artists, developers say ideal tenants are those who are involved in:
•Fine art: painting, drawing, sculpture, book art and prints.
•Imaginative works: aesthetic literature, costume design, photography, music composition and architecture.
•Functional art or crafts: jewelry, rugs, decorative items, furniture, pottery, toys and quilts.
•Performance: vocals, music, dance, acting and other performance art.
•Media: radio, film, television, multi-media, cyber-art and animation.
•Design: graphic design, interior design, aesthetic product design, package design and set design.
For more information on the Metropolitan Artist Lofts or to be considered for inclusion in the new development, visit metropolitanartistlofts.com
David Deatherage
Are you tired of rooms filled with overstuffed sofas big enough to house a family of five? Are you looking for smaller streamlined designs such as those inspired by the Mid-Century Modern movement? If so, you need to know about David Deatherage, an interior designer and the talent behind Century Design Ltd. (centurydesignltd.com), the online gallery specializing in vintage modern designs selected for their quality, elegance and decorative appeal.
Deatherage is a St. Louis native and engineer by training who fell into design quite by accident, thanks to a discerning eye and a passion for modern design. During and after college, he experimented with variations of 20th-century modern, including French Art Deco, American industrial, of the 1930s, and Hollywood glamour, in his personal dwellings.
"I learned that when I wanted to change my interior, I could sell what I had collected and that organically turned into a business of selling vintage furniture," Deatherage explains. "My design business has been much the same. Friends and associates have seen my interiors and wanted assistance with theirs. In addition, selling vintage furniture for many years has put me in contact with the who's who of the interior design world, including Nate Berkus, Fox-Nahem, Thad Hayes, Kelly Wearstler and David Kleinberg, and that interface has certainly influenced me."
Deatherage's most recent projects include the 2012 Ladue News Show House, which was designed in 1960 by William Bernoudy, and an art consultant's apartment in York House on Lindell Boulevard. Deatherage also played a role in the creation of Splash's interior decor when the retailer moved its new location in Ladue.
"I enjoy the design process so much and often think of several ways of doing a room," he explains. "I don't impose my preferences on the client, but enjoy bringing to life a concept and problem-solving a challenge. I always say I do my best work in bed. Ideas often come to me in my sleep, and I jot them down when I wake up in the morning."
The Big Book of Chic Debuts this October
Design aficionados will want to make room on their bookshelves and coffee tables for the lavishly illustrated design tome, The Big Book of Chic, debuting this month from Assouline. The 300-page book features 150 photographs detailing the work of interior designer Miles Redd, who is known for his quirky brand of cozy glamour. Redd's unique aesthetic is characterized by a playful mélange of high and low, whimsical splashes of color and modern design gestures. Drawing on inspirations ranging from Cecil Beaton photographs to René Gruau illustrations, Redd has crafted interiors for a wide array of venues. His trademark approach to design infuses rooms with boldness, fantasy and sophistication, which is beautifully illustrated in his book.
Redd embarked on his interior design career after graduating from New York University, honing his skills with luminary antiques dealer John Rosselli and legendary decorator Bunny Williams. In 1998, he opened his own design firm in Manhattan. In addition, he has been the creative director of Oscar de la Renta Home since 2003. The Big Book of Chic provides a glimpse into the inspirations that fuel Redd, and focuses on the pleasures of living life in a beautiful way. It includes a wide range of projects, from Redd's own town house and beach house to projects in Houston, Atlanta, Millbrook and Locust Valley. The new volume will be an inspiration for anyone interested in spirited and eclectic design.
Byron Cade Relocates after 70 Years
Luxury china, silver and crystal retailer Bryon Cade closed the doors to its Clayton store in late September after 70 years at the same location. The company reopens this month at the Mason Woods Village shopping center on Mason Road in Town &Country. In the process, owners Bob and Nancy Bischoff are downsizing from 5,000 to 2,900 square feet of retail space, citing changes in customer shopping patterns and the bridal registry business.
Byron Cade Inc. was established on Clayton Road in the early 1920s by founder Byron Cade as a floral business. In the early 1940s, it transitioned to a gift and home accents store and was regarded as St. Louis' premier retailer of fine gifts and wedding registry services. The store quickly became the source for the finest brands, including Herend, Waterford, Wedgewood and Reed & Barton. Part of the cache for customers and brides who registered with the retailer was that the purchase of a Byron Cade gift included complimentary gift wrapping and local delivery in the company's trademark black and gold van. Both of these amenities will be offered at the new location.
The Fur & Leather Centre, formerly located on Lindbergh Boulevard, is buying the former Byron Cade building and will operate its retail business from the new location after renovation of the space is complete.


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(Reuters) - American Peter Uihlein took a one-stroke lead at the halfway stage of the European Tour's Shenzhen International on Friday as compatriot and twice Masters champion Bubba Watson struggled in swirling winds to lie in a share of 42nd place.
Uihlein, tied for second overnight, started on the back nine and had a tough time, managing two birdies and a dropped shot before he took advantage of calmer conditions on the next nine holes to pick up three shots.
His four-under-par 68 took him to a total of 135 at the Genzon Golf Club.
"It was tricky today. The wind was swirling quite a bit," the 25-year-old Uihlein said. "I got the back nine out of the way pretty quickly. I played very solid.
"I felt like getting anything under par on the back nine was nice, and I played a pretty stress free front nine which is always good."
Big-hitting Thai Kiradech Aphibarnrat was a stroke behind on second, mixing five birdies with two bogies in his round of 69.
"It was a great round. Again, the wind was getting up on a few holes before I finished, but the way I was striking the ball is still very good," Kiradech said.
"When I go out worldwide, I learn a lot of experience and I saw many top players play. Even this week, we have Bubba Watson around.
"So it's been helping Asian players to keep improving when we see all the star players, how they are playing, how they are playing the shots, and just adapt it to my golf game and it's improving."
Watson, who won last year's WGC-HSBC Championship in Shanghai in a playoff, dropped three shots on his first nine holes. After making the turn he had two more bogeys against three birdies for a round of two-over 74.
"It's tough. I haven't played very well. I haven't putted very well. But it's a beautiful golf course," Watson said.
Writing by Sudipto Ganguly in Mumbai; editing by Douglas Beattie


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Our Basics Bali Reptile Rescue
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If you see a snake please dont try to catch it or chase it away
Just watch where it goes and give us a ring
A snake hiding in one place is easy for us to remove
But a scared snake somewhere in a huge clump of bamboo is virtually impossible to find
Bali Reptile Rescue is a small but dedicated group of volunteers who specialise in three main things with reptiles
Education Rescue Relocation
It is only recently that conservation and environmental awareness has forced people to begin to understand the huge role reptiles play in Indonesian ecology
Indonesia has been blessed with some of the worlds most magnificent animals and our group wants to help preserve as many of these as we can before they disappear forever
With Bali becoming more populated every year because it is such a wonderful place to live; more and more forest and farming land is becoming cleared for housing
This removes habitats and brings more people into contact with displaced reptiles such as snakes lizards and fresh water turtles
Contact usually results in the death of the reptiles through human fear of the unknown
That is why Education about reptiles is so important and our priority here is educating the children to show them how interesting and wonderful their native animals are
Relocation lets us come to your home or workplace and safely remove any reptiles that are causing you concern
Rescue is where we treat and rehabilitate injured reptiles
Donations can be very easily made using Paypal which costs you nothing to send money
Anything at all is very gratefully accepted
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Friday, June 24, 2016
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TRENTON — The New Jersey Senate approved "Janet's Law" to prevent student-athlete deaths due to cardiac arrest.
This initiative, introduced four years ago by Singer in the memory of Janet Zilinski, requires public and private schools to have automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on school grounds with trained operators at sports events.
"Janet's Law is a long time coming and a relatively small requirement for New Jersey's schools to prevent tragic deaths," said state Sen. Robert Singer (R-Monmouth/Ocean). "While we continue to hope such tragedies are rare, as in Janet's case, the unpredictable can strike at any moment like during a jog at cheerleading practice. Swift access to AEDs can mean the difference between life and death."
This bill, S-157/A-1608, requires public and private schools to have accessible automated AEDs during school, practices and games; to have present a trained AED operator certified in CPR or an EMS first responder; and a cardiac emergency action plan. It also eliminates civil liability for coaches and staff in the event of responding to a cardiac emergency by using an AED device
"AEDs are now affordable, user-friendly and necessary," Singer concluded. "For between $1,500 and $2,000, schools will be prepared to save students lives."
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That's a whole lotta awesome, and when you put it all together, you get Writers in the Schools, one of the coolest things goin' in this here fine city. WITS is one of our most favorite things ever, and they're ending another school year with two nights of awesome at the Central Library with their Student Reading & Celebration. We love it so much, we gave 'em a bunch of free babycakes.
Some pics from last year's reading, courtesy of the Seattle Arts & Lectures website.
WITS sends writers out into Seattle Public Schools (in case you were confused by their name) to literally teach kids how to use their words. Turns out, when you give young people access to creative outlets, the results will blow your mind. Come and get your mind blown tonight and tomorrow night as students read the work they've produced over the past school year with the help of WITS.
Central Library (the big shiny one down town)
6:00 pm
6/3 (TONIGHT) Elementary & Junior High students read their work
6/4 High School students read theirs
BOTH NIGHTS - there will be FREE babycakes.
For more information on Writers in the Schools, click HERE.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Writers. Youth. Public Schools.
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graduate of the doctorate program in creative writing at
the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr.
Jeffrey Renard Allen is the author of Harbors and
Spirits (Moyer Bell, 1999), a collection of poems,
and the novel Rails Under My Back (Farrar, Straus
and Giroux, 2000), which won the Chicago Tribune's
Heartland Prize for Fiction. His other writing awards
include: The 21st Century Award Chicago
Public Library, The John Farrar Fellow - Bread Loaf
Writer's Conference 2001 and The P.E.N Discovery
Prize-1989. A writer who believes in the power of
teaching, he works at Queens College, the New School for
Social Research, and is presently a fellow at the New
York Public Library's Center for Scholars and Writers.
The New York Times Book
Review, Stephen Donadio
Allen's prose is intense, concentrated. His language,
which ranges from the delicately lyrical to the
aggressively vulgar, demonstrates extraordinary poise.
San Francisco Chronicle
"Big, ambitious, picaresque, and beautiful, a book that
demands of the reader as much as it gives in return."
From Kirkus Reviews
A powerful first novel that uses the railroad as a
complex metaphorof hopeful reunion but also of
separation and dispersalin telling the
multi-generational stories of two closely related black
American families. Brothers John and Lucius
(``Lucifer'') Jones marry sisters Gracie and Sheila
McShan, and both couples settle in an unnamed fictional
big city that's an imaginative amalgam of New York and
Chicago. In a vigorous, jazzy, stop-and-start style that
deftly mixes crisp declarative sentences with fragmented
dialogue and vigorous expostulations (and that intercuts
present and past scenes with brief spasmodic
flashbacks), Allen dramatizes both the sources (their
families' histories) and the consequences (their
children's fates) of the separate paths the Jones
brothers follow (``Lucifer and John, brothers in the
skin, but no closeness''). The novel both begins and
comes to a climax with the streetwise ``business'' that
engulfs Gracie and John's embittered teenaged son Jesus,
whose temperament contrasts (as do his father's and
uncle's) revealingly with that of his cousin Hatch, a
soulful youngster bent on becoming a blues musician. The
bulk of the story stretches forward and backward (often
without helpful transitions, but always bursting quickly
into vivid clarity) to focus on various members of the
two families' several generations. Most compelling are:
stern matriarch Lulu Mae McShan; hardworking, stoical
Sheila and religion-bound Gracie; Sheila's daughter
``Porsha'' (Portia), who seeks escape from the city's
snares and delusions in a commercial world of ``beauty''
and in her headlong affair with a handsome stud
significantly nicknamed ``Deathrow''; and the flickering
figure of John Jones, a troubled Vietnam vet and
wanderer who cannot remain faithful to his wife or their
kinwith devastating results memorably shown in a long,
harrowing denouement. An exciting and rewarding
successor to the legacy of James Baldwin and Ralph
Ellison. Allen worked eight years on this novel, and the
result is a very impressive creation: the work of an
unusually gifted, disciplined, and more than promising


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Come see Stokke at Drool Baby Expo on April 7!
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There are few products that reflect our vision as a company as fully as the Stokke Tripp Trapp High Chair, in both form and function. Our gear experts are always happy to talk about how this high chair does so much to make your life easier, with style:
- It adjusts perfectly to fit your child: the ergonomic design and adjustable footrest will help to keep them comfortable, keeping wiggly little kids at the table for longer.
- While you can purchase a tray to go with your Tripp Trapp, it's intended to scoot right up to the dining room table instead, so your baby can enjoy eating and bonding with the entire family.
- It lasts a lifetime: a Tripp Trapp can adjust to comfortably seat an adult, and holds up to 250 pounds! (And, speaking from personal experience sitting in the Tripp Trapps in our conference room: you can fit a reasonably wide grown person's butt in that seat.)
…and finally: the clean and gorgeous design looks great in any home, but especially the homes of people who, like ourselves, love the simple, unfussy, Euro-modern look.
Today's new features focus on the look rather than the function of this high chair, but they're still geared to make your life easier – after all, with more color and design options, it's that much easier to pick a Tripp Trapp that looks just right in your kitchen or dining room! Here's what's new:
- The Tripp Trapp in Hazy Grey: According to the folks at Stokke, this modern neutral is "inspired by our Scandinavian appreciation for the natural beauty of wood" and it "allows the structure of the wood to shine through." It has a beautiful woodland winter look that will harmonize perfectly with a modern kitchen.
- The Tripp Trapp in Soft Pink: Sweet and sassy for springtime! This candy-colored Tripp Trapp was created by customer request.
- The Tripp Trapp in Wheat Yellow: This gentle pastel brings a little sunshine into your home, even on the gloomiest day. (I'm thinking of painting my new bedroom this color when I move this spring!)
- New Tripp Trapp High Chair Cushions: To match the new colors, Stokke has introduced a bunch of great new cushion colors, including Hazy Tweed, Sweet Butterflies, Candy Stripe, and Aqua Star.
We're obviously psyched to share these great new colors and designs with you! Kendra Collins, our assistant buyer, writes:
"I am so excited about these new cushions and Tripp Trapp colors! The gorgeous Tripp Trapps are now able to be completely accessorized to you and your child's personalities. Not only are the cushions exceptionally well made and fun, but they will keep your child happy and comfy at every mealtime."
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A new resort is set to join the Montecillo smart growth community on El Paso's West Side. The Resort at Montecillo is set to start construction later this year.
|An overhead shot of the planned Resort at Montecillo which will start construction in fall of 2017 in West El Paso. (Courtesy EPT Land Communities)
The four-acre project will include various resort amenities, including a Resident Clubhouse, "resort style" water attractions, and an events center.
Water attractions will include a "beach entry" resort pool, a lazy river pool, a splash pad, private cabanas, poolside food and drink service from outdoor bars, an outdoor movie screen, and 40-foot tall water slides.
|This rendering shows the "lazy river" component of the planned Resort at Montecillo in El Paso. (Courtesy EPT Land Communities)
The clubhouse will have a business center, fitness facilities, a "teaching kitchen" that offers free cooking lessons, a bar area, concierge desk, and lounge areas.
|An outdoor bar area overlooks a resort pool, planned for West El Paso. The Resort at Montecillo will begin construction in fall of 2017. (Courtesy EPT Land Communities)
The Events Facility will have a 400-guest capacity and host conventions including music and public events. It will offer full catering and the ability to accommodate smaller events as well.
|Resort patrons will have access to a "beach entry" pool when the Resort at Montecillo opens in El Paso. (Courtesy EPT Land Communities)
Residents of Montecillo and their guests will have access to the resort area, as will those staying at an adjacent Marriott branded hotel. No details are yet available regarding the size of the hotel.
|The planned Events Center at the Resort at Montecillo will have a capacity of up to 400 guests. Construction will begin at the site in the fall on El Paso's West Side. (Courtesy EPT Land Communities)
According to the developer, EPT Land Communities, construction will commence within six months, in the fall. This is the latest in a string of large projects announced for Montecillo, which previously revealed that a Topgolf venue will be opening up at the development.
(Previously: Topgolf to Open at Montecillo in El Paso)
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While FEG continues to search for a life raft, both the UFC and Strikeforce are looking to cross the Pacific and stage events in Japan in 2011.
The UFC held a press conference in Japan yesterday to announce new media deals with NTT Plala and TV Bank.
"I'm really thrilled by this opportunity to bring the global leader of mixed martial arts — the Ultimate Fighting Championship — and build it in a region where many martial arts originated. Japan is the most advanced and important market for us in Asia so far," Zuffa LLC Asia Executive Vice President and Managing Director Mark Fischer said in a statement to the press. "This is a very important steps for the growth of the UFC in Japan. Our new media platforms will enable more fans across Japan to access exciting UFC action, news, highlights and features in more ways than ever before."
These deals will essentially give Japanese fight fans the opportunity to view UFC content through their cell phones and other platforms. As BE's Leland Roling explains, this is a bigger deal in Japan that it would be in the US due to the technological advantages Japan has over this country.
The deal is mostly aimed at bringing the UFC's brand to consumers through the smartphone market, a market that is highly-popular in Japan in comparison to most countries. Some of the amazing things I've seen from Japanese smartphone technology would absolutely blow away some of the things we have here in the United States, mainly due to the technological advantages Japan has with a lower overall population than our own. The ability to have large download rates with less people clogging the network is one of the big reasons why Japanese fans will have and have had the ability to stream live events to their mobile devices.
The deal, in conjunction with their current satellite cable deal with WOWOW, is a multi-tiered attack in trying to get brand saturation in the region. NTT Plala will provide video-on-demand services through Hikari TV, giving fans access to events not available on WOWOW such as Versus and UFC Fight Night cards. Japanese fans can also re-live the glory days of PRIDE through the service.
This of course is just one step in the UFC's plan to immerse the Japanese with their brand of mixed martial arts. The endgame is hold live events and that's something Mark Fischer, the head of the UFC's Asia division, believes is a possibility by the end of the year.
"We definitely want to hold a major event in Japan as soon as possible," he said. "I would say that we're not ready to announce anything yet but that we're hoping to have an event later this year or early next year in Japan."
"It's a step-by-step process. It doesn't happen overnight. We want to build up a good fan base, grow our media exposure, and we want fighters from different nationalities in the UFC before marketing to that nation and bringing in the big event.
"That big event will be more successful then, and I think that's what we're doing here in Japan."
Of course, the big elephant in the room is the Yakuza, the Japanese organized crime organization that poisoned PRIDE. It's unclear how their past (and perhaps present?) involvement in the Japanese fight industry will factor into the UFC's quest to break into the Japanese MMA market, but their mere presence certainly isn't scaring them away. When Dana White was last asked about it, he bluntly stated "they're going to have to kill me" to stop the UFC from coming to Japan. Mark Fischer was more eloquent when he addressed the concern yesterday.
"I think the landscape is very good. I think we all know that it was maybe tainted a little bit by some of the MMA events and things surrounding them that may have gone on up until now, but I think it's critical that people understand that the UFC is above all that and stands for excellence in the sport."
The UFC isn't the only major US-based organization eyeing Japan. Strikeforce, who formed a formal strategic alliance with DREAM last year, is also looking at putting on an event in Japan in 2011, specifically for a leg of their heavyweight grand prix.
"We're having a couple conversations right now and we definitely want to travel to Canada at some point, which we're working on," Coker said. "We'd definitely like to take one leg of the tournament at some point, it doesn't have to be the next one or it could be the semifinals or maybe even the fights, but we'd like to eventually this year take one of those legs to Japan."
"I just feel like with all the stars that we have and the fan base there for these fighters over there, I mean these fighters have a ton of fans in Japan," said Coker. "Why not go there and bring Strikeforce to Japan some time this year?"
Coker didn't address it, but most believe Japan is more of a contingency plan for Strikeforce in case Josh Barnett can't get licensed in the US.
With Scott Coker's long-standing relationship with the folks at FEG, a Strikeforce event in Japan seems like a stronger possibility this year than a UFC event is. Of course, if FEG is sold off in the coming months, who knows how that might impact Strikeforce's ability to stage an event there. The UFC and Strikeforce seem to have different goals in Japan, but neither is short on obstacles to overcome. It will be very interesting to see how both organizations navigate Japan's notoriously murky waters.


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Here is today's public service announcement. Don't knit while watching Survivor. You need to pay attention to the TV (especially when there is a blindside happening) which causes you to do crazy things with your knitting. There is a decrease at the center of every right side row on my shawl. I missed it twice. I tried to drop the stitches down but then I had loose stitches. YUCK. I pulled out the needle, ripped out 5 rows and started again. The moral of the story - I knit a lot last night but you didn't get very far. I'm hoping for better results tonight.
Saturday April 30
Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
6 Garamond Court
Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5
venue telephone (416) 441-2345
Here are some of my tips if this is your first time heading to the show.
trust me, there is lots of yarn. If you don't like lines or crowds,
wait until noon to come. There will still be lots for you to see. If
booths sell out of something, most are more than willing to ship it to
you after the show
- bring lunch with you. Then you don't have to stand in line.
- The Science Centre is very close to the Frolic. You can send your family for an outing and it will let you shop for a while.
- wear something that you have knit. It's always fun to see completed projects.
if you see something you like, mark down the booth you saw it in. I
can't tell you how many times we get frantic people at the end of the
day because they forgot where they saw something
go through your Ravelry library and make notes of yarn that you are
interested in. If there is a certain pattern, print that pattern and
bring it with you. Also bring information on the yarn. What it's made
of. Tension. Yardage. That will make it easier for me and other booths
to help you substitute. When you come in the store I can do it on the
computer but we have limited Internet access at the show.
- please have patience.
the Frolic isn't just for knitters. It is put on by a knitting guild -
hence the name. Crocheters please come to the show. There is lots of
fabulous yarns that you and your hooks will have fun working with.
If you have questions about the Frolic, here is their FAQ page.
If you haven't been to the Frolic - here are some pictures from last year's booth. We hope this will inspire you to get into the car and go for a drive next Saturday. You won't believe the yarn, needles, knitting bags, yarn bowls, kits and finished garments that you will see. It's also great walking around and seeing what everyone is wearing. Knitters are friendly people. If you see something you like, ask the person about the pattern. We like to brag about what we knit.
Now I need to switch computers and finish my tax return. Talk about putting someone in a bad mood.


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Tutorial for cinnamon buns with Elmer's rubber cement glue icing that looks like real white confectioners sugar icing.
You will need for the cinnamon buns white Pluffy Modeling clay or the Crayola brand that is comparable.
This clay can be molded and stay soft or bake in oven 275 degrees for 15 minutes. Polyform (Sculpty) makes this clay.
I choose white, rolled out real thin on a piece of waxed paper and then thinly coated with brown chalk scraped over course sandpaper. Use a paint brush and coat the entire flat piece. Start on the end and roll very tightly like a roll of dough. Make it the circumference of the finished size of the roll you want. This does not expand or grow in the oven. Use a razor blade and cut the desired size and place in a mini pan you will be using, or individual rolls on a baking sheet. Bake in oven for 15 minutes. Using chalks in various golden and brown colors and a paint brush, lightly coat the rolls to give a baked golden brown look with browner edges.
The finished cinnamon buns. Click on picture for details. The top left has been spread on with a small knife. The next one was a monojet glue gun applicator. The bottom are buns in a pan without the icing.
This was an experiment that turned out to be a great look. This could be spread on cakes or a Christmas log. Perhaps color with a drop of paint. It has a fondant look when dry. It does not crack and stays smooth and soft. I found the glue while waiting in the grocery aisle and remember it from my childhood days. It says on the back it is a natural rubber latex. I like the look and texture. It would be great for little cupcakes if dipped and little curls could be created on top. It does have some work time, but it does start to set up quickly from the outside in.