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A Closer Look at Nebraska and the Entire Big Ten Legends Division
John Mitchell: We hope you enjoyed our preview of the Leaders division of the Big Ten and now we move on to the Legends division. With me as always to dissect the division are Zach Bigalke and Matt Strobl.
Zach Bigalke: Every time I see those division names, I just can't understand why the Big Ten wasn't honest in its rationale for the way it split the teams and just called them the Hayes and Schembechler divisions. (Or, alternately for you history buffs, the Stagg and Yost divisions.) Why they passed up the opportunity to play off on an unparalleled depth of history is beyond me. But that's neither here nor there… let's dive in and get to this preview.
Matt Strobl: What makes these Legends? I'm hard-pressed to find anything remotely legendary about Minnesota football. Every time I look at the Big Ten standings this year I'm going to cringe.
Mitchell: Just like the Leaders division, the Legends division should be competitive and should provide high drama for much of the season. What are your overall thoughts on the division?
Strobl: I love the addition of Nebraska to the conference. It adds another high-end team that gives the Big Ten some balance. With an improving Michigan squad, Michigan State, and Iowa, this might be the better division, top to bottom. Even Northwestern has its moments of glory each season. The only weak link in the Gophers, but every division needs a doormat.
Bigalke: Nebraska enters the Big Ten as a favorite to win the conference in its first year. Mark Dantonio's squad will have something to say about that, and despite losing Ricky Stanzi the Hawkeyes should still be as competitive as ever under Kirk Ferentz. Northwestern is tougher than they're given credit. The weird thing is thinking of Michigan in the same sentence as Minnesota… which isn't quite the case, but these two teams are the weaker teams at the moment in the division. (Don't expect the Wolverines to last in the cellar as long as the Gophers, though…)
Mitchell: Nebraska looks to be the favorite right now, but Michigan State is coming off an 11 win season and has a lot of key pieces back in East Lansing. Michigan and Iowa should be tough teams as well, and you can't count out Northwestern with Dan Persa back from the Achilles injury. Minnesota is really the only lame duck in the conference.
Expectations are considerably lower for the Hawkeyes in 2011 with last season's collapse still fresh on everyone's mind. But, it always seems like when the burden of high expectations aren't on Kirk Ferentz, his team surprises. Will that be the case for Iowa in 2011, or are they who most think they are?
Bigalke: No team returns less talent in the Big Ten than the Hawkeyes, who return five offensive starters, just four from last year's starting defense and their kicker. (Only defending BCS champion Auburn returns fewer starters from last year's roster.) That much attrition is always going to be tough to overcome, and this year should really be no different for Iowa. As good a coach as Kirk Ferentz has proven himself to be, losing that much talent is destined to necessitate some growing pains in the season to come. That game at home against Pitt on September 17 should really tell us a lot about the Hawkeyes. Three years ago Iowa fell a point short at Heinz Field; if they lose again to the Panthers, this could really be a lost season in Iowa City.
Mitchell: Iowa always seems to surprise when they are flying under the radar, and that's exactly what they are doing this season. The Hawkeyes were burdened with high expectations last season, and they collapsed in November with three straight losses to Northwestern, Ohio State, and Minnesota. James Vandenberg takes over at QB for Ricky Stanzi, and a lot is expected of him. Marcus Coker enters his sophomore season in the backfield, after rushing for 622 yards last season, including a 219 rushing yard day against Missouri in the Insight Bowl.
Iowa's offensive line should be strong with three returning starters and the two new starters have started in the past. The defense will be the key with only five starters returning. Replacing All American defensive end Adrian Clayborn won't be easy, and losing safety duo Tyler Sash and Brett Greenwood won't be easy either. Overall, the Hawkeyes should be solid, but I don't expect them to seriously push for the division title.
Strobl: The loss of quarterback Ricky Stanzi is bad. The losses of tailback Adam Robinson and receiver Darrell Johnson-Koulianos are arguably worse. And defensively, the Hawkeyes were pillaged by the draft and graduation. This is looking like a rebuild year despite the return of WR Marvin McNutt and a quality offensive line. Avoiding Wisconsin and Ohio State will help, but Iowa must travel to Happy Valley and Lincoln. Homes games against Michigan and MSU could decide whether or not this is a lost season in Iowa City.
Michigan ended their two-year bowl drought last season, finishing 7-6 and getting pounded by Mississippi State in the Gator Bowl, but that wasn't good enough for Rich Rodriguez to keep his job. Now, Brady Hoke enters and Wolverine fans are anxiously awaiting the return to the old style of Michigan football. What should we expect in year one of the Hoke era?
Mitchell: It's going to be interesting to see how dual-threat quarterback Denard Robinson transitions into Al Borges' pro-style offense. Robinson was so great last season, because Rich Rodriguez's spread offense was perfectly suited for his style of play. With nine starters returning on offense, even in a new system, the Wolverines should be potent. The real question mark is on defense. Michigan was one of the worst defenses in the nation last year, finishing 110th in the nation in total defense. Michigan returns seven starters on defense, but that's not necessarily a good thing. Troy Woolfolk's return from a season-ending injury last season will upgrade the Wolverines secondary. Michigan should be improved defensively from last year, because really, they can't get much worse. Even with a new offensive and defensive system, Michigan should be good enough to win 7-8 games.
Strobl: This is the hire Michigan should have made in the first place. Not that Hoke was ready three years ago, but the program should have gone with substance over style. Fans can close the book on the Rich Rod era and move on to bigger and better things as their Wolverines get back to basics. Hoke has plenty of talent in the place. His challenge will be adapting that talent to his system. It's never easy to endure a regime change, and Michigan may have a few setbacks this year. The good news for 2011 is that Michigan gets Ohio State and Nebraska at home. The team also returns virtually its entire offense. A quality bowl game is well within reach.
Bigalke: Everyone seems bullish on Michigan now that Brady Hoke is installed in the place. But he wasn't the team's first choice in this most recent search, let's not forget, and in the first year of installing a radically different offense could come with growing pains as players recruited for Rich Rodriguez's up-tempo spread offense are introduced to a pro-style West Coast system. The problem last year, though, wasn't Michigan's offense (8th nationally in yardage, 25th in scoring, 13th/36th rushing/passing). No, it was a defense that was among the dozen most porous in the nation. And with seven players returning from last year's starters, either they need to mature quick or Hoke needs to fix that problem or the Wolverines are going to be scrambling precariously for bowl position once again.
Michigan State is coming off of one of the best season's the team has had in quite some time after reeling off 11 wins. But some thought Alabama exposed Sparty for a fraud with the 49-7 pounding in the Capital One Bowl. With a lot of talent returning, can Michigan State match their success from a year ago, or are they doomed to take a step back?
Strobl: Road games and a rebuilt defense will be Michigan State's challenge this year. The Spartans must play at Columbus, Lincoln, and South Bend, and getting Wisconsin at home doesn't make that matchup much easier. The offensive skill positions should be solid. QB Kirk Cousins, tailbacks Edwin Baker and La'Veon Bell, tight end Brian Linthicum, and receivers Keshawn Martin and B.J. Cunningham all return. But the offensive line will feature three new starters, making protection a key concern. Defensively the team has a lot of holes to fill, and the schedule doesn't offer many breaks. An eight-win season would be a solid result.
Bigalke: Look, the Spartans lost five players on both sides of the ball. They lost offensive coordinator (and the glue that held the team together when Dantonio's health problems hit last season) Don Treadwell depart for the head coaching position with the RedHawks of Miami. This team caught a lot of magic last year, with all of its last-second gimmickry (see: Giants, Little; Trap, Mouse) keeping heartbeats rapid in East Lansing. But that luck isn't guaranteed to translate across seasons, and remaining as consistent as Nebraska or other division opponents is going to be a lot tougher with the loss of Treadwell. They'll more than likely win another over Michigan this year, they'll get to bowl eligibility. But a trip to Indianapolis would require more injuries to division opponents AND more of last year's luck to continue turning their way than I see happening.
Mitchell: There's a chance that Michigan State might actually have improved from last season, but their record might not show it. They missed Ohio State on the schedule last year, but now they have to travel to the Horseshoe, along with playing road games against Notre Dame, Nebraska, and Iowa. Kirk Cousins is back under center for his senior season, and he has top targets like BJ Cunningham, Keshawn Martin, and Keith Nichol back in East Lansing. Edwin Baker and Le'Veon Bell should provide a formidable running game, but they do have to replace three starters on the offensive line. Sparty's defensive line will be the strength of the defense led by Jerel Worthy on the interior and ends Tyler Hoover and William Gholston. Michigan State should be good enough to compete for the Legends division title, but I don't think they'll reach the eleven win plateau from 2010.
Minnesota fired Tim Brewster after last season's four win debacle, and made a brilliant hire of former Northern Illinois head coach Jerry Kill. While Kill is a good coach, he certainly has his work cut out for him if he plans to resurrect the Golden Gopher football program. The outlook looks bleak for Minnesota, but is there any chance they can climb out of the cellar?
Bigalke: Kill did a hell of a job with the Huskies, though that stumble in the MAC Championship to Miami (in what might just have been Mike Haywood's last game as a head coach) last December really was one of the biggest shockers of the season in my eyes. That team redeemed itself with a bowl victory over a strong Fresno State team, and just as his previous school rose to prominence Kill has the skills to help out this program. It won't happen this year, though, everything aligning to make this a hellish season for the Gophers as their transformation to the new coaching style takes time to pay dividends.
Mitchell: I loved the Jerry Kill hiring, but it's going to take some time before he gets results in Minneapolis. The Golden Gophers are coming off of a three win season in 2010, but did finish the season on a high note with wins over Illinois and Iowa at the end of the year. If Minnesota wants to get more than three wins this year, then they'll have to do better in their non-conference slate. Their only win in the non-conference was against MTSU last season, and they lost to FCS foe South Dakota. The opening game in LA against USC will most likely be a loss, but they should be able to handle their other three OOC games. Former receiver MarQueis Gray takes over at QB, and should give the team a real duel-threat in the passing game. I think Minnesota will show signs of improvement this season, but I wouldn't expect more than four wins.
Strobl: No. The Gophers have one conference game against a team that missed going to a bowl last year, and that's the matchup with Purdue. Other than that, they're staring at a long list of losses. Not only does Kill have to overhaul the program to fit his scheme, he has to do it will a serious lack of both talent and depth. He's a good coach and should get the most of his crew, but the ceiling is just too low. At best, this is a four-win season in Minneapolis, assuming the Gophers can beat Miami of Ohio and the Boilermakers.
Bo Pelini and Nebraska departed the Big XII after a ten win season last year, a North title, and a close loss to Oklahoma in the conference title game. Now, they enter the Big Ten as the favorites to win the Legends division and play in the first ever Big Ten Title game. Can the Huskers have a smooth transition into a new conference and win the Legends division?
Mitchell: Nebraska has the feel of a Big Ten team, even after spending so much time in the Big XII. Their style of play will easily translate to the new conference. The success of the team will hinge on quarterback Taylor Martinez. He threw for 1631 yards last season and rushed for 965 more, but he'll need to be much more consistent with his arm if the Huskers want to make waves in the Big Ten. They finished 113th nationally in passing offense in 2010. The transition from Roy Helu Jr. to Rex Burkhead should be seamless in the backfield. Defensively, the "black shirts" should once again be stout anchored by defensive tackle Jared Crick. This could very well be the best defense that a Bo Pelini Nebraska squad has fielded, and that should help them in reaching the first Big Ten Championship game. Nebraska gets Ohio State, Michigan State, and Iowa in Lincoln, but they do have to travel to Wisconsin, Penn State, and Michigan.
Strobl: I think Nebraska will step in and win this division. When you look at the overall level of talent and the competition they'll be facing, the 'Huskers simply have the edge. Losing Roy Helu, Jr. is tough, but if Taylor Martinez can mature a bit as a passer it will ease the pressure on tailback Rex Burkhead. The defense should be dominant even without Prince Amukamara; Jared Crick anchors what could be the best d-line in the conference, and the secondary should be only slightly weakened. Keep an eye on Alfonzo Dennard this year as he becomes the go-to guy at corner. The real question about this team is can a new offensive line do its job. Martinez isn't the most durable QB out there, and if he starts to take hits, Nebraska may need to worry.
Bigalke: That's my big worry, Matt — that Martinez isn't going to last an entire season against the defenses of the Big Ten, which by and large are going to punish him far worse than Big XII defenses proved ultimately capable of accomplishing last season. Because of that, along with the conference adjustment period for the Huskers all across the roster, this might just not be the year for Nebraska to come in and dominate like everybody is expecting. Like Iowa they lost a lot of players, needing to replace six offensive starters around Martinez (if he survives). And can Bo Pelini hold his temper for another season? Is it possible that the Big Ten blows his gasket? All things told, they'll be a strong team, and perhaps I'm crazy for not picking them. But I'll take that chance given the reservations I have about this season of transition in Lincoln.
Northwestern wasn't the same team last year after Dan Persa ruptured his Achilles tendon in November, but the team was still able to win seven games and make it to a bowl game. With Persa back to full strength, can the Wildcats take the next step forward in 2011?
Strobl: I think they can, and it may be a bigger step than fans think. Persa could end up being the Big Ten's best QB this year, and his offensive line is as veteran as it gets. Add to that two returning starers in the backfield and two more at receiver and you have the recipe for offensive success. My key for Northwestern this year is the defense. Can this unit put the brakes on good opposing offenses? Northwestern avoids both Ohio State and Wisconsin, which is huge, but must contend with Iowa and Nebraska on the road. Home games against Michigan State and Penn State could help decide the division.
Bigalke: This team is my darkhorse pick to take it all in this conference. That's right, I said Northwestern will be playing in Indianapolis on December 3. Why am I confident enough about the Wildcats this season to make such a bold statement? Well, hope is high in Evanston with 17 of their 24 starters back (9 on offense including Dan Persa, 7 on defense and their punter). Only Michigan and Purdue have more players back, and neither team returns a team this good. There has been stability in the coaching staff, and it shows on the field. This team, as good as it is, should be 8-0 by the time they travel to Lincoln for the early-November showdown that is likely the de-facto division championship game. And I expect this team to surprise Nebraska just as they have done to Iowa in recent seasons. Yes, I said it — this team is more than a sleeper, they're a legitimate division champion when all the box scores are online and fading from our memory.
Mitchell: Northwestern started last season 5-0, but ended up losing six of its last eight games, and a big reason for that was the loss of Dan Persa in November. With Persa back and healthy, the Northwestern passing attack should be a force to be reckoned with. The real key will be establishing a better ground game. Mike Trumpy is the returning leading rusher from last season with 530 yards and should settle in as the team's featured back, but the Wildcats haven't produced a 1000 yard rusher since 2006. An offensive line that has a combined 130 starts should help the ground game, and give Persa time to find his receivers. Defensively, the Wildcats will have to improve a pass defense that finished 95th nationally. Like Matt said, missing both Ohio State and Wisconsin is huge, and getting Michigan, Penn State, Minnesota and Michigan State all in Evanston will help. I think this team very well could make some noise in the division.
1. Northwestern 1.Nebraska 1.Nebraska 2.Nebraska 2. MichiganState 2. Northwestern 3. Michigan
State 3. Northwestern 3. Michigan
State 4.Iowa 4.Michigan 4.Michigan 5.Michigan 5.Iowa 5.Iowa 6.Minnesota 6.Minnesota 6.Minnesota
Who do you see as the sleeper team in the Legends division?
Mitchell: It's Northwestern. A lot of previews have the Wildcats pegged as 5th in the division, but I could definitely see them jumping up to third, but I don't think they're quite good enough to overtake either Nebraska or Michigan State. Dan Persa's return from injury plus a favorable in-conference schedule should greatly benefit Northwestern.
Strobl: As I mentioned, Northwestern could sneak up on people this year. Don't be shocked to see the Wildcats atop the division at some point. Dan Persa and the Northwestern o-line might be the best unit in the Big Ten, and if the defense can make use of its experience, this could be a great year in Evanston.
Bigalke: Look, I can't also pick Northwestern — especially since I see them not just as a sleeper but as the division champ. So who else could be a sleeper in the division? Nebraska and Michigan State just don't have that surprise factor, given that they would have been the top two teams in this division had it existed in 2011. So who among the other three is best poised to make some noise? Call me crazy, but Iowa is the closest thing this division has to a darkhorse this season. Michigan, if they take more immediately than I suspect they will to Hoke's schemes, could be dangerous, but I don't see it happening. The Hawkeyes are the more likely choice to make some noise and get to a bowl.
Who is the top pro prospect in the division?
Strobl: I like Jared Crick from Nebraska. Following the departures of Ndamukong Suh and Prince Amukamara, Crick has chance to be the next big name in Lincoln, and he shouldn't disappoint. At 6'4", 285 pounds he's not the biggest defensive end around, but he's quick (4.82 40 time) and aggressive. This season will give him a chance to hone his skills in the tougher Big Ten and could vault him into the top 10.
Bigalke: I'm going to look at the other side of the ball, where I think QB/WR MarQueis Gray is going to best translate his skills into a long NFL career. Why? With his 6'4" height, 230-pound strength and ability to play multiple positions with success, Gray is the prototypical Kordell Stewart/Antwaan Randle El type who can easily use his athleticism to ferret out which niche he can fill in an organization to best utilize his talents. We'll see if he works as a passer this year, but if Kill's early projections and excitement are accurate (Northern Illinois did recruit the kid out of high school with little obvious success, so Kill has long been high on his skill set) about the development of Gray we could see a future burner. After all, if Terrelle Pryor and Cam Newton will be given chances, why wouldn't an NFL team take a long look at a guy who has already proven willing to move where he is most needed?
Mitchell: I'll counter Matt's pick with another defensive tackle in Michigan State DT Jerel Worthy. He saw a lot of double teams as a sophomore, and may be better suited for the NFL than Crick. I know a lot of people are high on Crick, but he's been remarkably inconsistent so far in Lincoln. Worthy is just a junior, and could end up back in East Lansing for his senior season, but he could wind up as the top defensive tackle in the 2012 draft if he declares early.


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Professor Ng brings the customer centricity of marketing into the transdisciplinary domain of service systems, particularly in new business models and pricing/revenue models. Her research lies in the trans-disciplinary understanding of value; creating, designing, pricing, contracting and innovating based on value, embedded within new economic and business models of complex service systems. She has published numerous articles in the domain of management, marketing, engineering, information systems, economics, education and sociology and she is the author of the book 'The Pricing & Revenue Management of Services: A Strategic Approach' and lead editor of the edited book 'Complex Engineering Service Systems: Concepts and Research'. Her third book 'Value and Worth: Creating New Markets in the Digital Economy' is now available on Amazon Kindle (http://valueandmarkets.com) with printed rights acquired by Cambridge University Press (forthcoming December 2013). Within complex service systems, her research interests are also in the area of Value-based Service Innovation, Viability and Service Transformation of Organisations, Outcome based Contracts, Build/System-for-outcomes, Servitization as well as Service Capacity.
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Inspired by AMC's popular series, this collection from The Sexy Knitter features 3 patterns inspired by the women of Mad Men.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Pullover
This lovely, saddle-shoulder pullover is packed with lots of options! Knit it in a DK weight for women OR in worsted yarn for men. Work a cable OR a bit of lace down the sleeve - you have 4 styles from which to choose! Choose the purl side of stockinette to face out, OR the knit side. You're truly the master of your own knit! Simple, clear...
Knitting: Scarf
Erin Morgenstern's The Night Circus provided excellent inspiration for this scarf. In this wonderfully imaginative book, lovers of a magical circus travel around the world, following the excitement. Many identify themselves to each other by dressing all in black whilst visiting the circus, accessorizing with a single, scarlet accent. One girl kn...
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
After marrying the family chauffeur, Lady Sybil would have needed to make adjustments to her opulent lifestyle. While these lacy wristwarmers would make an excellent showing at Downton for a formal evening dinner, they are also simple enough to be worked at home by any industrious knitter, and use only 40 grams of yarn for the pair. A small scat...
Knitting: Headband
You can work both this headband and the coordinating Mrs. Branson Wristwarmers from just a single skein of yarn. The choices for ribbon and beads allow you to customize the piece to your liking! Splurge on silk ribbon and Swarovski beads and play up Sybil's title, or opt for more economical grosgrain and let the knitting speak for itself. Either...
Knitting: Pullover
With its sturdy lace pattern, bracelet length sleeves, and chic funnel neck, this sweater is the perfect design for spring! The open fabric allows for plenty of circulation, and the overall effect is luxurious – not heavy. Take it into fall by making the sleeves a bit longer and layering it over a bright, long-sleeved tee. The simple, bottom-up ...
Knitting: Tee
Worked from the bottom up in one long piece and seamed together at the sides, this tee features a stunning panel of crochet-look lace at the back, which widens to create a subtle A-line shape. Minimal shaping is used at the neckline only, making this a wonderful first garment for beginners looking to get their feet wet with a bit of lace.
Knitting: Pullover, Vest
With its simple construction and subtle plaid texture, this men's sweater will please the knitter and wearer. Piece is knit flat and seamed.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Inspired by a martini glass' signature triangular shape, these socks feature an original stitch pattern consisting of triangles within triangles! Tumbling down the front, you'll see tiny tumblers and swizzle sticks, while the circular motifs on the cuff and heel flap evoke memories of cocktail olives. Worked from the top down, this exciting, tex...
Knitting: Cardigan
Simple and elegant, this timeless cardigan features subtle A-line shaping and a stunning welted neck treatment that combine for a look you'll be reaching for again and again. Top-down, seamless construction and mindless stockinette make for easy knitting you can take to knit night, while the deliciously squishy welted neck treatment demands just...
Knitting: Cardigan
Upon the Dr.'s graduation from medical school in 2005, we moved to West Palm Beach so that he could attend a general surgery residency program. Known for having one of our country's highest per-capita income rates, this city was our home for 3 years and the people sport an intriguing mix of beach style and haute couture. Worked in an unbelievabl...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Inspired by one of fiction's most devious villains usually known simply as "The Evil Queen", these socks are an homage to shape shifters of all kinds. Worked up in a deliciously squishy texture set off by tiny cables, these socks are perfect for showcasing your handpainted yarns. Knit them in a beautiful semi-solid if you're feeling royal, or sh...
Knitting: Cowl
Inspired by the plant group commonly known as honeysuckle, this stunning lacy cowl features large, leafing vines and zigzag lace reminiscent of the type of lattice upon which this species loves to grow. Worked from the top down in one seamless piece, you have the freedom to choose from working with the yarn held singled or doubled, as well as a ...
Knitting: Vest, Shawl / Wrap
This lacy shawl brings to mind the intricate, decorative lattice windows of Asia. Worked from the bottom up in one wide piece, it knits up quickly on large needles and yields a shocking amount of delicate fabric from only 2 skeins of fingering weight yarn. The addition of the optional armholes opens up a wide variety of styling options; wear it ...
Knitting: Cardigan
Designed with origami-like construction techniques, this cardigan requires minimal shaping. Start with a rectangle, and end with a T shape that is folded in two places and secured with ribbing! Stitches are picked up around the collar and the horseshoe cable is attached seamlessly as you knit it.
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Worked in the round from the bottom up, Somerleyton features a beautiful textural detail at the center front, with a panel of lace for a bit of sex appeal. A clever keyhole at the back neck means you can get in and out of it with ease, and the presence of just two short shoulder seams means the piece is almost entirely seamless. Knit the coordin...
Knitting: Cardigan
Worked from the bottom up, this fitted cardigan features a lovely lace button placket and lacy sleeves. Near-seamless construction (you'll sew the shoulders together) and minimal waist shaping mean you'll be done in no time at all! Knit the coordinating tank, Somerleyton, for a classic twinset you'll be wearing for years to come.
Knitting: Cardigan
Worked in a fabulously sexy alpaca and silk blend yarn in a deceptively simple slip stitch pattern, this snuggly houndstooth cardigan will make you look smart and chic, all at the same time. With an oversized shawl collar worked with doubled yarn in squishy Fisherman's Rib, and sneaky afterthought pockets, the beauty of this garment is in all th...
Knitting: Cowl
So named because you'll be finished almost as soon as you have started, calling this cowl cursory is a major understatement.
Knitting: Skirt
I called Fort Worth home for almost 20 years; in the heart of downtown is a 35-block entertainment district home to skyscrapers, exciting nightclubs, elite restaurants, and one of the world's top ten performance halls. Sundance Square holds a special place in my heart as I made many memories within these streets, including my first kiss. The str...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Feeling dangerous? Live on the edge in this one-shouldered tank top that is held on only by negative ease and the weight of a long scarf. Simply throw the scarf over your shoulder if you dare, or wrap it 'round your neck and tie for a more secure fit. The lacy scarf is reversible, so you'll look great from all angles! Wear this piece alone in th...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top, Cowl
Inspired by the minty green of Yarnover Truck's exclusive Anzula colorway and the refreshing warm weather of southern California, I designed this lacy tank which easily doubles as a lightweight cowl. Though the lace sports a strong diagonal pattern, the fabric does not bias, which means you won't fight to keep the tank in place. A simple tube de...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Moving into a neighborhood just west of Kansas City's upscale, outdoor shopping center taught me a lot about street style. Westport, a popular hangout for a group of people I would later know as "hipsters", was a veritable treasure trove of zany characters. For the first time, I realized you could do more with a scarf than just throw it over you...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
I lived in Columbia for two years while Doc was completing his vascular surgery residency. Columbia is the location of Missouri's largest state college. The style there is anything-goes, and while lounging at one of my favorite coffee shops it's not uncommon to see students walking about in pajamas, sweat pants, or something that looks like the ...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
Inspired by the rectangular shawl Aurora wears in her walk through the woods in Disney's classic cartoon, this shawl stretches a single skein of fingering weight yarn into a whopping 60 inch wrap, complete with an edging of delicate, antique lace. The main portion of the shawl is stockinette bordered with broken stripes of garter stitch to preve...
Knitting: Accessories - Other
I'll admit it; I have a soft spot for Betty. While Betty Draper Francis is the character most Mad Men fans love to hate, she has arguably donned some of the best costumes in the entire show. No respectable 1960's housewife would have left her home without a proper hat, so here's to Betty…a sweet, felted bow of epic proportions, perfect for...
Knitting: Pullover
Inspired by a sweater Megan Draper wears during Season 5 of Mad Men, this tunic pays homage to the subtle texture and simplicity of the 1960's while presenting a great canvas for Malabrigo's gorgeous, hand dyed yarns. Worked in one piece from the bottom up and seamed down the sides, this sweater works up in a snap; the stockinette portions can e...
Knitting: Dress
No 60's inspired collection would be complete without a classic sheath dress, and this one features mod, circular cables on strings of stockinette. These unique cables are designed so that you can create your very own, one-of-a-kind garment by controlling the placement and repetition of them on your dress. Worked in two pieces and seamed togethe...
Knitting: Dress
Worked from the top down in one entirely seamless piece, this gorgeous dress will look equally stunning worn with your best heels to a holiday party or casually thrown on over a pair of leggings.
Knitting: Cowl
Inspired by the many geometric shapes present in American Indian motifs, this cowl features a stunning diamond cable along one edge, while the opposite edge continues the deeply textural feel by incorporating broken rib. Self-finished as you go with non-rolling ribbed treatments, this simple, seamless cowl can be worn with the cable on the top o...
Knitting: Pullover
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Knitting: Market bag (slouchy)
Based on Elizabeth Zimmermann's now iconic lace featured in her February Baby Sweater, this market bag is perfect for toting to your local farmer's market. Uniquely constructed with an enveloping pouch at the base of the bag, this is worked seamlessly in the round with just one skein of fingering weight yarn. Show off those handpaints!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Inspired by the delicate leaves and berries of the Huckleberry plant, I wanted to create a mirrored pair of fingerless mittens that would highlight the plant's features. I selected a meandering cable "vine" and added a few small bobble "berries". Not a fan of working bobbles? There are only 12 on each mitt!
Knitting: Cloche Hat
This hat is knit from the bottom up and is intended to flatter "big" hair, curls, and dreads. This hat was seen on Fox's Sleepy Hollow, season one, in Episode 11, "The Vessel", and the season finale "The Indispensable Man/Bad Blood". It was worn by Amandla Stenberg, who is most famous for playing Rue in The Hunger G...
Knitting: Cowl
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Knitting: Cowl, Mittens, Fingerless Gloves
Three patterns in one! This PDF donwload includes patterns for the fingerless mitts, the mittens, and the cowl. This pattern is ideal for using up leftover scraps of worsted weight yarn, and has been shown in an array of mismatched yarns to demonstrate the appeal of this technique. In total, 1 ball of each of the yarns called for were used to ma...
Knitting: Legwarmers
When a dear family friend graduated high school this year, I knew she needed a little something special as she began her career as a ballet instructor. Knowing the popularity of legwarmers amongst dancers, I decided to design a pair just for her. Being Texan, I knew my friend would not want something heavy and fluffy, so I scoured my stitch patt...
Knitting: Dress
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Knitting: Skirt
In Paris, the Pont des Arts Bridge crosses the Seine River; it was featured in the last episode of Sex and the City and is now a popular place for lovers. The tradition is to attach a padlock to one of the bars of the bridge, tossing the key into the river below. This signifies the couple's everlasting love. Inspired by an unbelievably luxurious...
Knitting: Sleeveless Top
Simple stockinette stitch in cool cotton gets a twist on plain when you tie the back straps into a reef knot, and an unusual picot hem finishes the piece in style. Worked from the bottom up in one seamless piece, this A-line shape and plunging V-neck are flattering on a wide range of body types! Get creative with the knot and make your tank unique.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Through the clever use of twist stitches, these toe-up socks give the appearance of a bias rib when in reality they are neither biased nor ribbed. A delicate row of eyelets runs up the front and back of the socks, and a unique stretchy picot ribbed bindoff finishes the pair off in style.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This sock premiers an entirely original cable design from the mind of Sarah Wilson, comprised of simple 1x1 cables and twisted ribbing for a stunning motif that is elegant for both men and women.
Knitting: Legwarmers
When Julie Crawford aka KnittedBlissJC announced she was pregnant, I knew her baby would need a little special something created just for her. These legwarmers are my tribute to the newly arrived member of the Knitted Bliss family, miss Lila Somerset! A little bit lacy and a whole lotta girly, these little chevron leggings are the perfect spring...
Knitting: Scarf
Worked entirely seamlessly through the clever application of Judy's Magic Cast On, the Kitchener stitch, and a few picked up stitches, this scarf knits up quickly in bulky yarn and features reversible patterning. This would be a fantastic introduction to reversible cables, as there are only three in the entire piece.
Knitting: Cape
Inspired from a pattern in an early 1900's stitch dictionary, what was originally intended to be a dainty border worked on minuscule needles and crochet thread turns into a big fashion statement when worked with chunky yarn on large needles. Go bold and stay warm in style!
Knitting: Knee-highs
Gorgeous, toe-up socks showcase the simplicity of stockinette. A twisted cable runs up the outside of each leg, and the pair is finished with delicate lace which will poke out from the top of your boots! Calf shaping is done in an unusual way and fits the leg perfectly. The 3-page PDF includes both a chart and written instructions for the lace e...
Knitting: Muff
Inspired by a Southerner's desire to keep as warm as possible during the winter months, this thrummed muff features diamond patterning across the body, intricately cabled cuffs, and a wrist strap to keep it handy. The 5-page PDF includes a link to a video tutorial for making thrums and inserting them into your knitting, as well as stitch-b...
Knitting: Beret, Tam
Looking for a quick knit to spice up your wardrobe? With just 100 yards of thick & thin yarn and large needles, you can finish this easy beret in a mere couple of hours!
Knitting: Pixie Hat
This hoodlet is worked seamlessly from the top down through the clever use of Judy's Magic Cast On, and calls for a single skein of fingering weight yarn knit doubled on large needles.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque, Cloche Hat
Worked up in one of the most amazing sock yarns on the market today, this cloche-beanie hybrid presents a quick, fun knit. Unique cables draw the wide ribbed fabric in so much, you can entertain your friends and family by showing them a 40-inch cast on and telling them it's your new hat!
Knitting: Fingerless Gloves
Love the look of argyle but fear colorwork? These stunning wristwarmers put a new twist on an old classic by reinterpreting the traditional argyle into a unique, textural stitch pattern – no colorwork needed!
Knitting: Cowl
Worked with yarn held doubled, this reversible cowl knits up fast and could easily be widened by working extra repeats of the Cable Rounds, or lengthened in circumference by casting on extra sts in multiples of 16.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Worked from the top down in undulating cables and twisted rib, these socks are handsome for both men and women. The cable chart would convert easily to toe-up socks and would result in the same look.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Worked from the toe up, these socks provide a "choose your own adventure" for the knitter, as once the poppy stems are set, you may choose to work any combination of leaves and poppies you like! The socks are finished with a picot-rib bindoff, a speciality of The Sexy Knitter.
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap
This clever kerchief was inspired by Robert Frost's "The Road Not Taken". The piece buttons at front and features acorn-like patterning, a cable panel down the center back, and oak and acorn lace edging. Pattern includes both charts and written instructions for each segment.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
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Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Have a lively variegated sock yarn you just don't know what to do with? The stitch pattern used in these socks breaks up the color repeats and is fun to knit, to boot! The stretchiness of the ribbed stitch pattern will accommodate a wide range of sizes, thus, only two sizes have been given.
Knitting: Cowl
Adorn your neck with cabled swirls of steam! Yarn is held doubled throughout and uses just one 100-gram skein of fingering weight yarn. 3-page PDF includes charts and written instructions for the cable sections.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Worked in a squishy yarn in extra-squishy garter rib, these boot socks feature an angular patterning at the top and are long enough to peek out of even the tallest boots. The 3-page PDF includes both charts and written instructions.
Knitting: Dress
A dress beautiful enough for a queen! The dress is begun at the cabled waistband, which is worked flat and kitchenered together. The skirt is then picked up from the waistband and worked from the top down, and the bodice is worked from the bottom up, finishing with a unique I-cord bindoff. The 4-page PDF includes detailed instructions for how to...
Knitting: Clutch, Wristlet, Electronics Cozy
Knit quickly in a bulky yarn at a firm gauge, this clutch features a bold birdcage cable on a background of garter stitch. Firm enough to make without a lining (though instructions are included), the piece is knit completely seamlessly beginning with Judy's Magic Cast On, worked sideways and kitchenered together. It is finished with an I-c...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
The Wicked Witch of the West is taking her revenge on you, unsuspecting knitter! This twisted construction begins with an evil cable that gets kitchenered together, encircling the ankle. From there, a short row heel is worked, then a patterned foot that will keep you on your toes. Finally, take a little break by finishing up with a simple k2, p2...
Knitting: Shawl / Wrap, Neck / Torso - Other
My local diner makes the best limeades in town. With plenty of fresh limes, the refreshing fizz of club soda, and practically any fruit flavor you want to add (my favorite is strawberry), it's topped off with a scoop of lime sherbet, making it difficult to resist buying anything but the largest size.
Knitting: Beret, Tam
A delicate combination of lacy, meandering vines and twisted rib combine to make this elegant beret, rendering it a crown fit for a forest nymph. The 2-page PDF includes both charts and written instructions for the lace.
Knitting: Dress
This dress relies entirely upon the beauty of stockinette to make its bold statement. Constructed in layers, the skirt provides a bit of a peek-a-boo effect through the bottom layer, while the top two layers cover you where it matters. A slim fitting top and lacy cap sleeves finish this 1920's-inspired frock off in style!
Knitting: Pullover, Sleeveless Top
Worked entirely seamlessly from the top down, this top implements clever construction through the use of provisional cast on and seamstress techniques. The easy cables give you something interesting to do in a sea of stockinette, and the details are in the finishing! The 3-page PDF includes charts and written instructions for the cable panel, an...
Knitting: Vest
Casual, cabled vest with no shaping! A great beginner project, this stitch pattern features faux cabling that looks great from either side, making the entire piece reversible! Wear it open for a flowy, bohemian look or pinned shut or belted for more styling options! The 3-page PDF includes both charts and written instructions.
Knitting: Convertible Gloves
Designed for The Unique Sheep's Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Club, these mittens were inspired by the Great Pyramid of Khufu. The top of these convertible mitts features brick-like patterning with a pointy top, symbolizing the pyramid itself. Tiny dots of texture are scattered across the hand, representing the sand of Egypt's i...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This sock evokes memories of a particular breed of circus where fantastical creatures, obnoxious clowns and acrobatic performers unite to entrance the mind and enthrall the spirit. Here, rivulets of cables flow from the top of the leg, gently curving themselves around the heel and toe. The channels of smaller cables are actually twisted stitches...
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
Knit your man some intensely cabled socks! The 3-page PDF includes both charts and written instructions for the 36 round, challenging cables.
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
This simple sock is a monster in disguise! Knit in a solid color, it's as proper and demure as they come. But pull out a crazy variegated, and you'll get something else entirely! Luckily, the allover texture of the stitch pattern can stand up to even the wildest of yarns, since the easy twist stitches help mesh the colors together.
Knitting: Beanie, Toque
Does the world really need yet another knitted hat pattern? Probably not …but when the Doctor recently asked me to knit him a hat, I knew he had to have something original. Figuring it would be almost as easy to design a new pattern as it would be to find one we both liked, I designed this quick topper around a cable pattern I found in Vog...
Knitting: Dress
Sophisticated enough for Robin Hood's leading lady, yet modern enough for any woman of today, this lovely dress
Knitting: Mid-calf Socks
With instructions for both fingering and DK weight yarns, this squishy sock features an interesting, 4-row honeycomb pattern, toe-up construction, and a simple short-row heel.
Crochet: Belt, Accessories - Other, Toys and Hobbies - Other
A quick pattern for a crocheted guitar strap! Tips for how to substitute yarn successfully, and how to find the right kind of premade guitar strap.
Knitting: Washcloth / Dishcloth, Scrubber
Knit a cheery sheep onto your dishcloth! Need a soap sack? There's one of those, too! The 3-page PDF pattern includes both chart and written instructions for the sheep.
Knitting: Shrug / Bolero, Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Wear this simple piece in one of three ways - as a scarf, a shawl, or a shrug! The easy, 4-row lace repeat is easily memorizable and will help you finish in a flash!
Knitting: Strapless Top, Dress
This pretty, clever top features an elastic band that's worked right into the fabric while you knit, making folded hems and sewn-in elastic a thing of the past! The beautiful cabled detail is all done without a cable needle, using simple twisted stitches appropriate for even a novice knitter. Also featuring easily removable straps, youR...
Knitting: Pet Clothing
Cables & Bits is a doggie-size shrug suitable for both girl and boy dogs. Its easy construction requires no shaping and would be a great introduction to cables for those who have not yet mastered them! I have included three sizes here, plus simple, Knit to Fit directions which require only a few simple math calculations! Knit up in an afford...
Knitting: Pullover
Named after my favorite flower, an Asian lily, this pattern is so simple that even those with the most basic skills can finish it! The appeal of this piece is that the entire sweater is made from four rectangles, and therefore requires no shaping whatsoever. If you can knit, purl and pick up stitches, you can make this sweater! The rectangles fo...
Knitting: Purse, Bag - Other
This stylish, lightly felted handbag features easy double moss patterning, simple decreases and a genius I-cord button closure. Knit in two pieces then seamed together and felted, this pattern is appropriate for beginners. Instructions for how to line your bag with fabric are included in the 3-page PDF.
Knitting: Hands - Other
My friend Marce and I were sitting at knitting group one night, discussing all the fun we'd had at Stitches Midwest last year. I'd taken a class from the superbly fabulous Ginger Luters on mitered squares and was showing off my class handiwork. Suddenly, Marce snatched up one of the larger mitered squares and placed it at an angle across her han...
Knitting: Sports Equipment
A clever slip stitch pattern creates this fabulous two-color design by knitting just one color per row! Generously sized to fit your largest clubs, the cover is seamed up the back and finished off with a bright pompom.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
This classic club cover features deeply textured patterning on the head of the cover to cushion your club, while stripes of color help you designate which club is which.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
A great intro to fake cables, this club features a smartly cushioned sock and drawstring topper, neatly finished by designating your club's number in duplicate stitch. Numbers included are 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Add a touch of whimsy to your golf bag with these covers! Worked in a combination of 1x1 rib and twisted rib, the covers are finished with a spiraled curlicue and tiny pompoms. Worked in the round from the bottom up.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Vent your frustration on the golf course with expletive covers! These covers feature generous sizing to fit your largest clubs, simple shaping (clubs are seamed up the back), and duplicate stitched motifs. Included in the chart are: #, @, !, asterisk and %.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Create beautiful mosaic covers for your clubs by using an easy slip-stitch pattern which uses only one color per row! A great introduction to colorwork.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Simple, 2-stitch cables bias around this club cover for an interesting knit and stylish cushioning for your golf equipment! Worked in the round, finished with a drawstring and miniature pompoms.
Knitting: Sports Equipment
A fun introduction to mosaic knitting, this cover features a two-color design that is worked using just one color per row. The coiled fringe makes a nice girly topper, but this cover would be equally as elegant for a man by simply replacing the fringe with a pompom.
Knitting: Cardigan, Shrug / Bolero
This clever cardigan employs an unusual construction; the log cabin "diamond" is worked first, then stitches are picked up along the sides of the diamond to work either front. Stitches are picked up for the sleeves and collar, which are worked in the round, making this an entirely seamless undertaking!
Knitting: Sports Equipment
Who says colorwork has to be hard? Knit up some pizzazz for your golf clubs with this pattern, featuring bright colors, an easy slip stitch pattern and a funky square pompom! A great intro to colorwork!


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A sheriff's statement says the two dairy workers found the body on Feb. 28.
The tentative identification is based on the description of the clothing that was provided when the Modesto woman went missing. Her car also was found in the same area on Paradise Road.
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In Showtime's acclaimed dramedy United States of Tara, Collette stars as Tara Gregson, a woman with dissociative identity disorder whose multiple personalities regularly take over her life. It all gets even more complicated in the third season (premiering next spring), when Tara's personalities or alters start communicating with one another. (In this scene, the June Cleaver-channeling Alice chats up hippie-happy Shoshana.) So what does Tara make of this development? ''She thinks it's weird!'' says Collette, adding that her character who was already on the verge of a breakdown struggles to keep her other identities from ganging up on her. ''There's a kind of a deal that she makes with the alters this season,'' the Emmy winner teases. But as things progress, ''it's a deal that might be jeopardized.'' Tanner Stransky
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Do you think an upgrade kit for owners of previous editions will be available? Tokens in my copy went through a lot and they don't look too well. The idea with wooden tokens is great!
An upgrade kit?
Posted 17 January 2013 - 05:30 AM
Posted 17 January 2013 - 11:52 AM
I think an upgrade kit would be a terrific idea! My copy's barely a year old and in terrific condition but clear plastic clues aren't bright.
Posted 18 January 2013 - 05:59 AM
I don't know the likelihood of seeing an upgrade kit (has Fantasy Flight ever offered such a product?) but just in case, I'll add my voice to those who desire one. I own the original Nexus edition of this game but would buy an upgade kit that included the improved tokens and screen.
Posted 18 January 2013 - 06:28 AM
They have released conversion kit for Descent 1.0.
Posted 18 January 2013 - 06:40 AM
They also released an upgrade kit for Talisman as well.
Posted 18 January 2013 - 10:19 PM
With the 2nd Edition, the format of the rulebook was changed.
This allows for the creation of an upgrade kit for players who bought the first edition of the game, and want to upgrade their copy with the new components.
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An outstanding video by Hung Low Films for the Dance Yrself Clean song by the LCD Soundsystem. Listen to the full version of the song here A big thanks to Grzegorz Wojtysiak for bringing this awesome song to my attention!


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The 33 Best Cartoon Men in TV History
Every man watches cartoons. Hell, most every man has been defined by the ones he's seen and loved. These here are our favorites.
By The Editors
Batman, The Animated Series: Batman
Generally, the widespread cultural understanding of superheroes is determined cinematically. Christopher Reeves set the Superman tone for the next three decades. No one but the comic readers knew who Hawkeye was before Joss Whedon's Avengers came out — why should they? Batman: The Animated Series is the exception. Yeah, it started off as a tie-in to the Burton movies, but it arguably presents a better-rounded version of the character because it ran for over serialized 100 episodes, and it was the first television version of the character that wasn't a rehash of the Adam West formula. For the first time in a long time, Batman was a bone-breaking bastard on a TV show rife with humor and gravitas in equal parts. Narratively, its mature psychological themes (see "Dreams in Darkness" or any of the other Emmy-winning episodes) earned it acclaim and made it the gold standard for dark superhero shows. And technically, the show's individually scored episodes, gorgeous painted backgrounds and title cards, and even Batman's bloody face in the pilot set it apart from everything else around in the early '90s, meaning every other show had to try to top it. In that sense, Batman accomplished more for superhero TV in its first season than any other show of the last two decades. And who can argue with Mark Hamill getting a post-Star Wars career out of it?
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Hawks winger Andrew Shaw (C) celebrates with his teammates after scoring to give the Hawks a 1-0 lead in the second period of the Chicago Blackhawks-Columbus Blue Jackets NHL game Sunday February 24, 2013 at the United Center. | Tom Cruze~Sun-Times
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Well, they have to lose sometime. Right?
That was the buzz as the Blackhawks messed around for almost two full periods against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday night at the United Center.
But then, what the heck, the Hawks decided to win.
Andrew Shaw put a beautiful setup pass from Bryan Bickell directly onto the Blue Jackets' net with 87 seconds left in the second period. And that was that. One-nothing.
Streak onward.
The win makes it 18 straight games for the Blackhawks without a regular-time loss. This is fairly amazing. It is, in fact, history.
At least one point in every game. Never, ever lose in regulation. Have some blowouts. Play tough in overtime. Squeak out a few tight, ugly games like, well, this one.
Thus, the odd, contrarian question now seems valid: Do they really have to lose sometime?
It could happen as soon as Monday night, of course, when the Blackhawks play the Edmonton Oilers right back here at the UC. The games are so tightly packed into this lockout-shortened season that the three-day break the Blackhawks finally get from March 11-13 might seem like an offseason.
Then, again, the players are so focused on ''one game at a time'' and ''we haven't done anything yet'' that they might not even notice the void.
''Everyone's playing hard and making the right plays,'' said goaltender Corey Crawford, back in net after recovering from what we'll assume was post-concussion syndrome. While Crawford was out, fill-in goalie Ray Emery simply won every game he started. Is that enough depth for you?
And of the streak that blazes onward?
''We're aware of it,'' answered Crawford. ''But we're worried about the next game, and we focus on that.''
Naturally, they do. Stop and savor what they've accomplished so far and they might ruin the magic. Indeed, the record to start a season will only be a thing of triumph if it leads to a championship. The Hawks are aware that the three teams they have surged past in the history book — most recently the 2006-07 Anaheim Ducks — all went on to win the crown.
Fail this year, and excited fans will be talking gag instead of joy. Any competitor knows this. Certainly a group of veterans like the Hawks do. The beauty of clichéd answers like, ''It is what it is,'' (Jonathan Toews, postgame) is that they do not make you sound cocky, arrogant or like royalty. Stupid, maybe. But better stupid than spoiled.
Teams come up against the Hawks knowing their dominance.
''We expect that,'' Crawford said. ''We're a real strong team. But we're not gonna take anything lightly. You can't.''
''It doesn't matter who you play,'' Toews said, indirectly referencing the bottom-dwelling Blue Jackets. Nothing direct, though. Nothing celebratory or demeaning or smart-ass. The Blackhawks are in that rare thing — the zone. Winning seems almost easy.
It's, you know, what they do. It reminds you of a little while ago when goofy actor Charlie Sheen was wandering around TV talk shows blabbering, ''WINNING!'' He made no sense, of course.
But it seems the Blackhawks can win when half-asleep, yawning, while texting, with a glass of champagne raised in one hand.
Their record when scoring first is 9-0. Their home record is 7-0-1. Their road record is 8-0-2. These are all just silly stats, because — guess what? — they are the best team in hockey, and they still haven't lost a regulation game.
Of the ongoing streak, defenseman Duncan Keith said, a trifle annoyed, ''I don't really care. I'll be honest with you — nobody in this room cares right now. They just want to get better. We want to win every game.''
Coach Joel Quenneville insisted, ''There's no easy games.''
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posted by: momto4boys on 05.08.2010 at 10:47 am in Kitchens Forum This is a cross post, as I already posted on the home decor side. But, since I've asked 100 opinions on both boards, I thought only fair to post here as well. :) And I know a few asked me to throw out some pics over here when we were finished.
It's not much to show off, but it's what we had to work with. And it's pretty much done. We have some finishing touches, light molding, under cab lights, etc. I tried to do a very subtle two tone color scheme with the cabinets. Looked good on all the sample boards I painted, and held up. But, in the end the lower cabs just aren't dark enough. And don't provide the contrast I'd hoped for. But, it's no biggie. It's 150 times better then the oak, so for now..I'm good. We'll repaint them soon enough. It didn't take much for us to do the boxes (we painted them ourselves) and my painter was pretty inexpensive (had the doors and drawers sprayed) I'd love to replace the floor and appliances. But, it's not in the budget. (well, we are getting a new dishwasher, just not SS) And this is also a house I'd hoped to have been out of by this year. The market isn't in our favor :) So, I've been trying to make our cookie cutter kitchen more tolerable. I'm happy enough with it. If nothing else, burned out. Just to be rid of the oak cabs makes thrills me. Thanks for everyone who advised me over the last couple years. I sooo appreciate it! small breakdown Counter top-belle noche, wilsonart high def ($800) backsplash-cheapo subway tile from Lowes (200) cabinets-$100 in paint, and $200 for painter dude to spray doors and drawers. uppers BM white dove. lowers BM baby fawn.
knobs-$50 Lowes
beadboard, molding, other building materials $100 before now
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Befores & Afters: 1100 sq ft Bungalow
posted by: buddyrose on 07.21.2009 at 05:13 pm in Smaller Homes Forum NOTES: <none>
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Finally - Final Kitchen Pictures
posted by: lucretzia on 09.26.2010 at 10:25 pm in Kitchens Forum Sorry but many other competing activities my time so I finally have had a chance to get DH to upload the pictures of the completed kitchen.
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A huge thanks to everyone on the forum who spent the time to look at my ideas, provide great feedback, and calm me down when I thought the project would never end up right. NOTES: <none>
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Before/after pictures-oak to cream/glazed -pictures
posted by: nodirthere on 02.05.2008 at 10:48 pm in Kitchens Forum We re-did our standard builder's grade oak (nothing wrong w/oak, we had just had them for 4 houses and 20 years)- Re-used all the cabinets we had,filled the wood grain, painted and glazed-cut out the inside and put some glass. I actually had a painter paint and I did the glazing. We redid this for under $9500! That includes the granite, but not the new appliances. We recessed the "ovenwall" 1 foot-and added the foot to the island overhang for more stools and put the GE Cafe slide in where the gas cooktop was. A much more functioning spot and added much needed stool space-So glad it's over-and happy w/the results- gained 10 pounds during the process ordering out so much!
NOTES: Wow- Thank you all so much for all your wonderful compliments! I never did a forum before and have learned so much from all of you-hope I can give some knowledge back. Many have asked for details so here they are- I hope this will save someone else some time. In full disclosure,my painter did everything but the glazing and design work and leg work- he did a fabulous job achieving the result I wanted. I wanted a more French country feel and did not want to see the oak grain at all.(I felt that would look less elegant and more rustic)
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This was the process on the cabinet doors (taken off)-product sprayed on unless otherwise noted: 1. coat of Insl-x STIX Primer 2. Spackled smooth coat of MH Ready patch by Zinsser (this was after an attempt w/a wood filler that proved to not fill the grain as much as I wanted- I wanted a piano finish, I'm sure there is something out there that would be easier, and there are lots of fillers we found, but they would not fill ALL the grain, so we went right to the MH.) 3. Sanded w/hand sander -start out bigger grit end end w/fine-(120) 4. Coat of Insl-x Stix Primer (this stuff really works) 5. 2-3 coats of Benjamin Moore Satin Impervo- Custom color Formula: Pastel base 314-1B-1 oy-31 bk-7 og-6 6. Hand glaze-Custom color Benjamin Moore Glaze base-409-00-4 bk-6 Br-4 og-3 oy-14 wh-12 I used medium size sponge brushes and lots of paper towels-(use Viva -all the difference in the world!)- you could use cotton rags, but I found the viva was the easiest in keeping the rest of the cabinet clean by changing them out frequently. There were so many coats of stuff that it made my corners less than 45 degrees and difficult to wipe the glaze on then wipe off leaving the glaze in the edge of cabinet trim. I had to create the line by painting it on w/pointy sponge tips and dragging it along the line. This is kind of hard to explain-think of when you are caulking and go back and smooth it out and the caulk stays in the corner of your line w/ a nice finish on the outside- same thing-I ran into problems when the corners got filled w/too much coatings and had to "create" the line- our else I would go back and wipe the whole line off. Hope I'm explaining this ok-I did try brushes but found it easier to drag the glaze than brush it- I kept thinking there had to be a better way, but never did find one (it was about 45 min each cabinet). I only did the trim corners- I did not do the whole cabinet w/ a washed glaze effect- I have seen it but didn't think I wanted that much "aging" -and wasn't THAT confident in my abilities. Other details- all trim work was hardwood not oak, since we were painting it anyway-saved lots of $ w/ that. The "table legs" on the island are actually newall post for stairs sold at minards for $30, w/the ball cut off the top- hugely cheeper than buying an island leg! The corner spindles are actually $12 wall corner guards from Minards and Home Depot. Wasn't sure about them and haven't glazed them yet because of that-now I'm just getting use to them. Filled in the difference between bead board and corner w/spackle-smoothed it out. Beadboard just the big sheets-tried glazing it but just looked way too "stripey" and wanted to minimize the country look so left it alone. Granite is Uba Tuba-ogee edge- I am so glad I did the slight archon the island and little scallop in- last minute idea and it really made a difference. Base trim- hemmed and hawed getting rid of the toe kick-especially w/ cream cabs- but so glad I did -all for that furniture look. Glass cabinets were the cabinets above the wall oven-cut out the inside- had my local glass cutter fit some glass to the frame- glass shelf for inside cabinet. Cut 1 foot off the depth of the floor cabinets and reattached to the wall- lost the drawers. Tile backsplash is acid washed tumbled travertine. The embossed tiles under mw and repeated under the glass cabinets were from Home Depot and ceramic -very inexpensive $3. They even have light switch covers that match the travertine there. Lighting above and below cabinets are those little round halogen lights from HD. Ok- that's all the detail I can think of -someone asked how this came to be- I poured through 100's of magazines and websites for a long time- and saved pictures that I liked-also I visited the big stores and took all their cabinet catalogs I could- those really helped w/the wood bridge detail over the window and those details. In painting cabinets you can hide lots of mistakes and miscuts w/ putty and spackle-would do it all over again- Hope this helps someone save 1 trip back to the hardware store! Thanks again for the kudos-nodirthere (in reference that I do not garden, not the cleanliness of my house- I can assure you my kitchen doesn't look like this today)-Gotta go shovel out -got 12" at least in n. Illinois today...... |
RE: Help with how to deal with soffits in kitchen remodel (Follow-Up #7)
posted by: becktheeng on 07.22.2009 at 12:15 am in Kitchens Forum I had 4 soffits, I removed two (luckily for me they were the most offensive ones), but had to keep two for HVAC and pumbing. The ones I left, I shallowed up as much as I could. It helps that I could get rid of them on my focal wall.
Here's a photo...I also have some other inspiration photos I kept just in case I needed to keep all of them. My kitchen My other soffit My inspiration photos. I got them from here, but can't remember who they belong to. NOTES: <none>
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RE: Help with how to deal with soffits in kitchen remodel (Follow-Up #5)
posted by: monicakm on 07.21.2009 at 11:48 pm in Kitchens Forum At some point, this is what we'll be doing. Cover the soffits in the same wood as the cabinets.
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