text: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, yesterday officially unveiled its prestigious new premium lounge at Dulles International Airport. The opening of this world-class facility follows the launch of the airline's new daily service linking Abu Dhabi and Washington, D.C. on March 31. The new facility is part of an overall total investment of US$50 million over the next 12 months to build further premium lounges at major destinations across Etihad Airways' fast growing global network. In addition to its signature First and Business Class lounges in Abu Dhabi, the airline has also established premium lounges in Dublin, Frankfurt, London, Manchester and Paris. Additionally, new state-of-the-art luxury lounges are planned for New York, Sydney and Melbourne. The beautifully-appointed split level lounge features a whole range of exclusive services including soothing relaxation spaces, elegant fine dining areas, state-of-the-art business amenities, luxurious bathrooms with invigorating shower facilities, and family entertainment areas. Located next to the airline's departure gate in Terminal A, the lounge provides premium passengers with unfettered and convenient direct access to the aircraft without having to go through a traditional departure gate. James Hogan, Etihad Airways' President and Chief Executive Officer, said: "In creating our guest experience we derive our inspiration not by looking at other airlines but by benchmarking ourselves against some of the world's leading hotels and restaurants. "We continue to invest heavily in continuous innovation to ensure a memorable and seamless experience for our guests on the ground and in the air. "Fundamental to this experience is being able to offer the warm and generous hospitality that is the hallmark of traditional Arabian culture in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi." Overseeing the new premium lounge is Sharla Hofmann, a US national from Hawaii. With a BA in Travel Industry Management and over 20 years of extensive hospitality and airline experience gained in the US and at Etihad Airways, Ms Hofmann will oversee the smooth running of the lounge's day-to-day business, ensuring that guests experience Etihad Airways' hospitality at its best and enjoy a truly remarkable journey, from the ground to the air. Contact Us As a truly international airline, we have a genuinely global presence. Find out how to contact your nearest Etihad office. View contact details Feedback Should you wish to send us a comment, compliment, or complaint, or simply ask a question, please click here Like Us Visit our page on Facebook! Watch Us Visit our channel on YouTube! Follow Us Etihad Airways | Etihad Deals | Etihad Help | Etihad Rewards


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Righties looking for answers set to meet in Atlanta
The Braves will be thinking about a fast start on Tuesday night when they square off against Kyle Kendrick at Turner Field.
The Phillies' right-hander has endured most of his struggles this season in the first inning, allowing 15 runs (13 earned) in the first frame in 13 starts this year.
Kendrick has a 9.00 ERA in the first inning and a 3.16 ERA in every other inning combined.
"I don't have an answer," Kendrick said last Thursday. "I've tried a lot of things. I don't know. Maybe next game I won't warm up."
In his last start, against the Padres, Kendrick put the Phillies in another early hole after surrendering two runs in the opening frame, but beared down the rest of the way. In his next five innings of work, Kendrick didn't allow a run en route to earning his second victory of the season.
Kendrick's counterpart on Tuesday night, Ervin Santana, began his first year in a Braves uniform 4-0. But in his last six outings, the right-hander has just one win.
Since posting a 1.99 ERA in his first six starts, Santana has produced a 6.99 ERA in the six starts that have followed.
"Nobody is perfect," Santana said last Thursday. "We're just trying to make good pitches. Sometimes they hit it and sometimes they don't. I'm just trying to keep the same positive mentality all of the time."
Santana has allowed one earned run in 13 innings in two career starts against the Phillies.
Phillies: Altherr fills in for Gwynn
The Phillies placed Tony Gwynn Jr. on the bereavement list Monday as he mourns the death of his father, Tony Gwynn Sr.
Gwynn Sr. died Monday at 54.
Gwynn Jr. left the team early Monday morning after flying with the team to Atlanta for the three-game series against the Braves at Turner Field. He can spend three to seven days on the bereavement list.
To take Gwynn's spot on the 25-man roster, the Phillies recalled outfielder Aaron Altherr from Double-A Reading. Altherr hit .245 with 11 doubles, one triple, four home runs and 23 RBIs in 52 games this season. Altherr will be making his Major League debut.
"I didn't see much at all [in the spring]," manager Ryne Sandberg said. "He can play all three outfield positions. He had actually been really hot with the bat. He's been swinging the bat well."
Braves: Top pick Davidson signs
Three weeks after using his aunt's season tickets to watch the Braves play the Rockies, Braxton Davidson found himself back at Turner Field. Only this time, he was wearing a Braves uniform, interacting with Jason Heyward and taking batting practice with the big leaguers.
Davidson, the 32nd overall pick by Atlanta in this year's First-Year Player Draft, received the royal treatment as he spent Monday making the final preparations to begin his professional career. He signed his first professional contract, agreeing to the slotted $1,705,400 signing-bonus figure, and then spent the afternoon hours interacting with Braves players before they played a series opener against the Phillies.
"I'm speechless," Davidson said. "I get to play for the Atlanta Braves and hopefully be in the big leagues whenever I can -- three or four years hopefully, or a little sooner. But as long as I get there, that's fine."
Davidson is expected to report to the Braves' Gulf Coast League team in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., later this week.
Worth noting
• B.J. Upton stole his 11th base of the season on Sunday night, one away from his total all of last season.
• In Monday's series opener, the Phillies' John Mayberry Jr. had his 10th hit in 22 at-bats as a pinch-hitter this season.
• Heyward entered Monday tied for first among National League outfielders with six assists. Atlanta's outfield ranked third in the Majors with 13 assists.
Erik Bacharach is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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A Hundred Acres Orchard and Market
A fun-filled orchard featuring apples, berries, melons. The indoor market is filled with jams, jellies, sauces, dips, salsas, candy and homemade "take n bake" pies. Also unique is the Krazy Kernel Kettle Korn, produced right in Princeton! Specialty cheeses, such as Antonella, Buffalo Wing Jack, and Tomato Basil Yellow Cheddar are also available. Pair these cheeses with some of the wines that are sold in the new wine shop, or enjoy your purchase on the newly constructed outdoor patio area. The Cider Mill banquet room has been expanded to accommodate 200 guests, so plan your wedding, reception, party, or reunion here!
Belle of the Rock
The Belle of the Rock paddle boat tours are located at historic Starved Rock state park in Utica, Illinois (just 80 miles west of Chicago). In addition to the river tours, we provide canoes and kayaks. Call us today at 815-434-9200 to make your reservation.
Black Sock Training Stable
A variety of equestrian services for beginning to advanced riders. Personalized professional instruction and scheduled trail rides.
Boggio's Orchard and Produce
Bakery opens at 6:00am and Market opens at 9:00 to 5:00pm, Monday- Saturday, and Sunday 6:00 to 4:00 pm. May is spring bedding plants, summer is fresh picked vegetables and fruits. After Labor Day, on weekends, pumpkins, pedal cars, pony and wagon rides, corn maze, animal barn, jumping pillow, food stands and the last weekend in Sept. a Craft Show with live music and over 100 crafters.
Buffalo Rock State Park
On the bluffs of the Illinois River, this small but charming park is home to an enormous outdoor sculpture. Mounds representing five earthen sculptures molded from Illinois clay, known as Effigy Tumuli, invite visitors to walk around and explore. All five subjects, including a snake, turtle, catfish, frog and insect are native to the Illinois River area. This State Park offers the ideal terrain for the beginner hiker.
Bureau County Metro Center
The Bureau County Metro Center is a 50,000 square-foot recreation center with full size gymnasium; 25-yard indoor swimming pool with wading pool and observation balcony; racquetball courts; weight room; cardio-vascular room, elevated running/walking track above the gym; and locker rooms. A 40' x 80' multi-purpose room with adjacent kitchen provides the perfect setting for conventions, expositions, meetings, or wedding receptions.
Captain Swift Covered Bridge
Located one mile west of Princeton in Bureau County, Illinois is the Captain Swift Covered Bridge. Built in 2006, the bridge derives its strength from its burr arch design, an idea patented by Theodore Burr of New York in 1804. Made entirely of wood using 1800s concepts (it has an outer skin of Douglas Fir), the Captain Swift Covered Bridge is the only two-lane covered bridge in Illinois. It has a 16'-3" vertical clearance, a 28 foot minimum roadway width and a 128' span over the Big Bureau Creek. GPS co-ordinates - N41 22.745 W89 29.871
Cedar Creek Ranch
Horseback Riding stables including public trail rides, boarding, birthday parties and holiday rides!! And more.
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Donnelley/Depue State Fish and Wildlife Area & Complex
This complex is an important North American waterfowl migration corridor. Much of the 3,838-acre complex is managed for waterfowl feeding, nesting, resting, harvesting, and viewing.
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Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort and Enchanted Forest
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets natural wonder. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.
Hennepin Canal Bike Paths
The Hennepin Canal Parkway follows an old towpath that was actually never used, although the locks and aqueducts are in still in place. It was originally built to link the Illinois and Mississippi rivers. The 105-mile path is level and easy; however, water is scarce along the way (found only at locks 21, 22 and the Visitor Center), so be sure to bring plenty, especially during hot days. The landscape varies from forest to grasslands to marsh to farmland, and the trail is particularly pleasing during fall, when the leaves are changing colors. The Hennepin Canal Parkway has become a cyclist's paradise and an exceptional spot for fishing, birding, horseback riding and a wealth of outdoor recreation.
Hennepin Feeder Canal Trail
The Hennepin Feeder Canal Trail located just south of Rock Falls is where you will pick up this medium to difficult trail. Cyclists, hikers and anglers come to enjoy the stocked waters, the peaceful wooded banks and the abundance of bird life. As the trail heads south toward the rural countryside the path frees itself from the throngs of people allowing you to enjoy the serene environment all to yourself.
Heritage Harbor - Ottawa
Heritage Harbor Ottawa is a premier Marina Resort Community located on the banks of the Illinois River. Visit our water front restaurant or rent a cottage.
Heritage Harbor Resort & Marina
Heritage Harbor Ottawa is the premier Marina Resort Community. Located in the heart of Starved Rock Country, Heritage Harbor Ottawa is home port for your next great adventure!
Hornbaker Gardens
Hornbaker Gardens is a family owned and operated nursery specializing in perennial flowers. Large collections of hostas, daylilies, iris and other perennials draw plant enthusiasts from all over the Midwest to this nursery in the country. Whatever we get interested in as gardeners, we seem to start providing for our customers as well. Thus, the offerings of granite and pottery, bronze sculptures and rusty metal artwork. In 2008, we put up a new building which we call The Shop at Hornbaker Gardens. It is stocked with garden art and other garden accessories where you are sure to find something unique for your garden.
Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail at LaSalle
Explore the fabled canal route that connects Lake Michigan to the Mississippi River by way of the Illinois River. Once used by Native Americans and early explorers, today the trail meanders through four state parks with landscapes ranging from towering bluffs to rolling hills. Modern-day explorers can enjoy hiking, boating and even snowmobiling.
Illinois River
The Illinois River slices a 273-mile long path through the state—its waters lapping along the shores of many cities, including; La Salle, Peru, Peoria and Ottawa to name just a few. It's in Ottawa where the Illinois River meets Buffalo Rock. Buffalo Rock sits like a sandstone island above the surrounding land and the Illinois River, and offers sweeping views of this famed waterway. On your journey down the river, your eyes will never tire from all the wildlife that call the river home. From Black-crowed heron, river otters, Western ribbon snakes even bald eagles. In some spots you'll traverse tight canyons with tall rock formations on either side, and in other areas you'll share the river with barges and commercial boats. Whether you're kayaking or canoeing, you'll experience the shear power of the winding river that was carved by glacial melt water in all its seasonal colors, with its various incarnations of forests, wetlands, bluffs and prairies to enjoy.
Illinois River at Buffalo Rock State Park
The Illinois River slices a 273-mile long path through the state—its waters lapping along the shores of many cities, including LaSalle, Peru, Peoria and Ottawa to name just a few. It's in Ottawa where the Illinois River meets Buffalo Rock. Buffalo Rock sits like a sandstone island above the surrounding land and the Illinois River, and offers sweeping views of this famed waterway. Whether you're kayaking or canoeing, you'll experience the shear power of the winding river that was carved by glacial melt water in all its seasonal colors, with its various incarnations of forests, wetlands, bluffs and prairies to enjoy.
Illinois River at Starved Rock State Park
The Illinois River slices a 273-mile long path through the state—but it's in Utica where the Illinois River meets Starved Rock State Park. With 18 canyons, and sandstone bluffs for four miles, Starved Rock State Park is one of Illinois' treasured nature habitats. On your journey down the river, your eyes will never tire from all the wildlife that call the river home. From Black-crowed heron, river otters, Western ribbon snakes, even bald eagles. Whether you're kayaking or canoeing, you'll experience the shear power of the winding river that was carved by glacial melt water in all its seasonal colors, with its various incarnations of forests, wetlands, bluffs and prairies to enjoy.
Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
View Starved Rock Lock & Dam. Enjoy interacting with towboat Pilot House. Learn Illinois River's unique history and watch wildlife (bald eagles in winter).
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Land and Water Cruise - Starved Rock
Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, hot lunch at Starved Rock Lodge in our rustic Dining Room, and a leisurely 1-hour river cruise on the historic "Belle of the Rock", an authentic paddle wheel boat. There is minimum walking and restrooms are available throughout the tour. For more information or to make a reservation, call 815-220-7386. Admission cost is $40 per person. The Cruise leaves every Monday and Wednesday at 11:00am and Saturdays at 9:30am and 11:00am June through September.
LaSalle Canal Boat & Lock 16 Visitors Center
Mule pulled canal boat rides with period clothed storyteller, open May-October. The year-round visitor center includes exhibits, programs, visitor information, cafe and gift shop.
Lehigh Memorial Park
Lehigh Memorial Park located in Oglesby has an advanced singletrack dirt trail two miles in length. However, what it lacks in duration, it makes up for in the intense network of trails that splinter off from it, offering very fast, large natural drops and jumps.
Lock 16 Center
Visitor information, canal exhibits/programs, canal boat tickets, cafe, gift shop, great bathrooms, free Wi-Fi. Private meeting room/facility/canal boat rentals. At western terminus of I&M Canal.
Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area
Bottomlands and bluffs support a variety of animals, plants, and outdoor pursuits including picnicking, camping, fishing, hunting, and hiking. Migrating waterfowl, great blue herons, and bald eagles provide birders exceptional viewing opportunities.
Matthiessen State Park
Canyons, streams, prairie and forest combine to delight visitors at Matthiessen State Park. Located in central LaSalle County, approximately four miles south of Utica and three miles east of Oglesby, Matthiessen is a paradise for those interested in geology as well as recreation. Visitors can expect to see beautiful rock formations in addition to unusual and abundant vegetation and wildlife. All of this, along with park and picnic facilities make Matthiessen State Park a popular choice for a special outing.
Matthiessen State Park
Enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and more in this state park known for its waterfalls, bluffs and canyons.
Matthiessen State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Five miles of scenic trails amidst a spectacular geological backdrop enable hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, runners and cross-country skiers to experience a peaceful jaunt through the park, while families congregate around fully-equipped, shaded picnic areas neighboring playgrounds, trailheads and 17th-Century restored French fort.
Mautino State Fish and Wildlife Area
Encompasses 871 acres of mostly unreclaimed strip-mining land. The area is dotted with some 15 stocked lakes for fishing. Be aware that shore access is limited and that shorelines tend to drop off suddenly into deep water.
Pine Hills Golf Club
Described as a Canyon Course complete with bluffs, valleys, hills and hundreds of trees. It is a challenge to both the beginner and the seasoned golfer and is recognized by many players as one of the finest 9-hole facilities in the country. The Club House offers a friendly atmosphere and includes a Pro-Shop, full service bar & restaurant with panoramic views of the Course and outdoor patio.
River Bluff-Effigy Tumuli Trails
River Bluff-Effigy Tumuli Trails in Buffalo Rock State Park offers a unique hiking experience high above the Illinois River and around the massive earthen sculptures of the Effigy Tumuli. Clocking in at 3-miles this easy to moderate hike will be a sight you'll want to see. The River Bluff Trail is a great way to experience the Buffalo Rock landscape. Buffalo Rock sits like a sandstone island above the surrounding land and Illinois River. The park features oak and hickory woodlands and an expanse of restored grassland where the Effigy Tumuli rise.
Rogers Hunting Club, Inc.
Established in 1957 - public hunting, plus memberships for pheasant, quail, wild turkey, doves and deer in season. Hunter Safety Course for ages 16 & under - held the second weekend in October.
Senica Oak Ridge Golf Club
This 18-hole championship course has bent grass greens, tees, and fairways, plus a full-service pro shop.
Shallowbrook Farm Executive Retreat
Whether a strategy session, customer/dealer conference, sales, marketing or executive retreat - let our professional staff assist you with your conference planning. We specialize in organizing a tranquil ideal meeting environment with care. Just 35 minutes north of Peoria, featuring tennis, golf, hot tub and game room.
Skydive Chicago
Skydive Chicago offers the best entertainment in the Midwest! The 220-acre resort offers camping, canoeing, hiking, fishing and swimming, all onsite. Stop by today!
Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas and Suites
Waterfront family villas and suites. 1-2 bedroom housekeeping units. Deluxe and unique. Open April through October. $$
Starved Rock Lodge
Full-service Conference Center in Starved Rock State Park. Dining room, bar, veranda, outdoor dining, indoor pool (for Lodge guests). Retreats, meetings, banquets, reunions and all-inclusive dream weddings. Lodge has 69 rooms and 21 cabin rooms in a rustic, wooded setting.
Starved Rock Marina
Full line dealer for Rinker, Landau Pontoons and pre-owned boats. Full service marina with slips, fuel, restaurant, boutique, boat and villa rentals.
Starved Rock State Park
Seasonal waterfalls, awe-inspiring bluffs and rugged canyons dominate the storied landscape at Starved Rock. Rich with history and beauty, Starved Rock's hiking trails meander through towering trees and scenic overlooks along the Illinois River. Outdoor activities include hiking, canoeing, paddle boat cruises, cross-country skiing, trolley rides, fishing and picnicking. Visitors can stay at the historic Starved Rock Lodge or in one of its cozy cabins.
Starved Rock State Park - Ice Climbing
While rock climbing is prohibited, there are up to five canyons in which ice climbing is permitted when conditions allow. All ice climbers must sign in at the ranger station (Park Office) and must have a partner. Call ahead to check ice and other park conditions.
Starved Rock State Park East Hike
Starved Rock State Park has a beautiful East Hike that offers canyons galore, each with slightly different shapes, sizes and colorings. At 6.4 miles of dirt terrain, this hike is moderately difficult. Cool, shady and overgrown with ferns, the canyons offer a plethora of trees and flowering plants—a true delight to explore. You'll also encounter scenic overlooks 100 feet above the Illinois River. The real crowd pleasers at Starved Rock are the numerous sandstone canyons that were carved deep into the bedrock as upland streams drained into the Illinois River. Some noted canyons of worth to explore are Kaskaskia Canyon, Ottawa Canyon and Hennepin Canyon Overlook.
Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center
The Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center has several interactive displays, free videos on the park, hiking maps, and more. Trailheads Concessions & Gifts, also located here, is a great place to buy gifts, souvenirs, and snacks (fresh fudge, too)! The Visitor Center and Trailheads are open year-round.
Starved Rock State Park West Hike
Starved Rock State Park West Hike offers a decidedly different set of attractions than its eastern counterpart. On this hike you'll encounter a series of overlooks from wooded bluffs and rocky cliffs high above the Illinois River. This 2.9-mile hike varies in difficulty due to the large amount of stairs that need climbing. The dominant feature of Starved Rock can be found on this hike, via a narrow bluff that runs 4-miles along the south branch of the Illinois River. The park's namesake towers 125 feet above the river, offering commanding views of the nearby islands and river. Some notable excursions include, French Canyon, Wildcat Canyon and Pontiac Canyon with sweeping views of the Illinois River.
Vermilion River
The Vermilion River in Oglesby, Illinois, is a water paradise for fisherman and adventure seekers alike, with Class 3 out of 6 rapids. You'll go from lazy streams to feeling like you're on a roller coaster ride. This is certainly the most well known and likely the largest watershed in Illinois, and at 7.7 miles, the longest whitewater stretch in the state.
Vermillion River Rafting
This outfitter in Oglesby offers river rafting excursions on the Class 3 rapids of this popular stretch of the Vermillion River. With 14 sets of rapids on this 9 1Ž2 mile trip, Vermillion River Rafting will supply you with whatever your party needs: from rafts, paddles, life vests even rafting instructions. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and for parties of 5 or more.
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The state attorney general has ordered two Buffalo debt collectors shut down for deceptive practices.
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced Monday that he has ordered International Arbitration Services and Hearshe Kemp to close after investigators determined that the firms had lied about their credentials to intimidate consumers and avoid state oversight. The companies were also fined $10,000 apiece.
International Arbitration, which was located at 1839 Seneca St., closed late last fall, and Hearshe Kemp, 11 Summer St., must close by March 15.
"These companies willfully represented their experience and practices in a deliberate effort to intimidate consumers struggling to pay their debts," Schneiderman said in a statement. "The use of such deceptive tactics is unacceptable."
The investigations, which began last fall, were prompted by complaints to the state Attorney General's Office and the Federal Trade Commission.
The investigation into International Arbitration Services found that the company had lied or exaggerated its relationship with judges and legal experts, its having locations in Toronto and Chicago, the year of its founding, and its having a staff of 2,000 specialists and former judges, along with offices in all 50 states. The probe showed none of that to be true.
The company, which collected old debt, actually began in 2011 and had only one office, which was in Buffalo. It didn't have such a staff, and its website included fake photos of people who were identified as corporate officers. The company's unscrupulous practices were done to intimidate consumers and to evade legal authorities, the investigation revealed.
The company closed its doors shortly after receiving a subpoena from the Attorney General's Office.
In a separate investigation, it found that Hearshe Kemp committed similar offenses, including misrepresenting its credentials on its website. The investigation found that the site contained false information, such as the company having a relationship with debt-collection attorneys and claims that it had successfully litigated difficult debt cases. It also corresponded with consumers through letters that listed an incorrect amount of debt owed, while threatening them with lawsuits and civil and criminal prosecutions.
In addition to the $10,000 penalty, co-owners Carlos Day and Thomas Trigilio are permanently banned from working or operating a debt-collection business in the state.
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BAGGO Georgia Bulldogs Official 9.5 oz. Bean Bags
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- Georgia Bulldogs official 9.5 oz. bean bags
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Description: Stormtrooper Commander (TKC) The Stormtrooper Commanders patrol hostile battlefields, leading their troops into fierce combat on dangerous worlds such as the fungus planet Felucia. With razor-sharp minds and steely resolve, these highly trained Imperial soldiers continue the reputation established by the Clone Wars' fearsome ARC troopers. Clearly visible in their uniquely detailed armor, the Commanders confront enemies such as the savage Felucians with deadly heavy blaster cannons equipped with a devastating stun setting. They are rewarded for their loyalty with specialized armor fitted with an internal shield generator capable of deflecting nearly any attack, with the exeception of a lightsaber. Most importantly, the Stormtrooper Commanders are entrusted with command over the Empire's elite Shadow Troopers, with authority to call in reinforcements and trigger ambushes without clearance from Imperial high command. Stormtrooper Commanders typically hang back and stun the most threatening enemy, who is then overwhelmed by Shadow Troopers. | |
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[29/03/2015] The Conservation Laundering of Illicit Antiquities
[03/10/2014] Art's Toxic Assets and a Crisis of Connoisseurship
[06/06/2014] Sistina Progress and Tate Transgressions
[08/05/2014] Ghosts in the Lecture Room: Connoisseurship and the Making, Appraising, Replicating and Undoing of Art's Images
[13/04/2014] How the Metropolitan Museum of Art gets hold of the world's most precious and vulnerable treasures
[07/04/2014] How 'good taste' destroyed art
[13/03/2014] Mantegna's Dead Christ : They Know Not What They Do
[25/11/2013] Bubbles burst.
[11/11/2013] A Poor Day of Remembrance for Burrell
[30/10/2013] Art and Photography
[14/10/2013] Barnes, Burrell and a Beck Memorial Lecture: "Philippe Mercier Watteau's English Follower" ~ by Martin Eidelberg
[24/09/2013] Betraying Burrell – Shame on Glasgow
[26/08/2013] Destroying archives
[30/07/2013] Farewell, then, Fine Old Sindie Arts Coverage
[01/07/2013] Review: Ways of Showing – or not
[21/06/2013] Review: The Unobservant Eye
[01/02/2013] The Sistine Chapel Restorations, Part II: How to Take a Michelangelo Sibyl Apart, from Top to Toes
[17/12/2012] "Pick Up A Pencil"
[01/09/2012] The Battle of Borja: Cecilia Giménez, Restoration Monkeys, Paediatricians, Titian and Great Women Conservators
[01/06/2012] Review: Renoir at the Frick – The Curatorial and Conservational Photographic Blind Spots
[23/03/2012] Black is a Colour
[14/03/2012] The Perpetual Restoration of Leonardo's Last Supper, Part 2: A traumatic production of "a different Leonardo"
[07/02/2012] The Perpetual Restoration of Leonardo's 'Last Supper' – Part 1: The Law of Diminishing Returns
[24/12/2011] Something Not Quite Right About Leonardo's Mouth ~ The Rise and Rise of Cosmetically Altered Art
[06/12/2011] Two "As Good as New", Colour Contrasting Velazquezs ~ Thanks to the Fundación Iberdrola
[12/10/2011] Applying recreated authenticity to historic buildings in the name of their conservation
[05/10/2011] Sir's not always right
[17/08/2011] From Annigoni to Banksy: restorers' crimes against art and graffitist's crimes against architecture
[11/08/2011] Dicing with Art and Earning Approval
[24/07/2011] Lucian Freud's blast against picture restorers, and a fellow painter's note of appreciation
[20/07/2011] Attacked Poussins at the National Gallery
[03/07/2011] Brighter than Right, Part 2: Technical Problems of Protection, Health and Safety at St Paul's Cathedral
[20/04/2011] John Singer Sargent and how something 'really filthy' comes off in the conservation studio, time and time again
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Tiptoe through the Tulips Bloom Layout
Today's bright layout was made using the Echo Park Summer Days paper line and the Cricut Lite Bloom cartridge.
The layout is 12" x 12" and the photo mats are 3.5" x 5".
I put a little hidden journaling tag behind the top photo with a sticker tag that came in the Echo Park paper pack.
These tulips were cut at 2-1/2" and are four layers each. The green grass layer is a border sticker also included in the paper pack.
Between the two photo mats, I cut the large tulip bulbs at 1", all layers.
Finally, "tiptoe through the tulips" was cut at 3-1/4", all layers.
It's a bright layout - hoping not too much for everyone! I love this paper but it can be challenging handling all the different patterns (crossing fingers about it...).
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300 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 1 – 200 of 300 Newer› Newest»- Heather Quinn said...
I am going to have to get that cartridge now. I love the tulips!
- May 11, 2011 at 2:04 AM
- jjocarlson said...
I so love Tulips! they are my favorite. Looks like I will be purchasing a new cartridge real soon! But will be well worth it. Thank you for sharing and being an inspiration!
- May 11, 2011 at 2:11 AM
- Gina said...
These tulips really POP! Nice and vibrant. Thanks for all the time you devote to us!
- May 11, 2011 at 2:32 AM
- Crhiga said...
Lovely layout page!!!
Carol - May 11, 2011 at 3:09 AM
- Jan Foselli said...
Wow - 4 layers for the tulips! No wonder they look fabulous! Great LO!
- May 11, 2011 at 3:57 AM
- debpaint16 said...
Such a cute LO!!! I love the tulips!!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 3:59 AM
- Joan Smith said...
What a fun LO....luv...love...no worries this is a hit in my book! This cart IS so much fun and you took it to the next level and the perfect paper to match.....you rock!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 4:35 AM
- Jenny V. said...
Wow, these are beautiful LO. I would love to get this cartridge now since I do love Tulips. Look like this cartridge will be on my list. Thanks for sharing.
- May 11, 2011 at 4:59 AM
- Glora said...
What a sweet LO. I LOVE it! Hugs-Glora
- May 11, 2011 at 5:14 AM
- Scattychick said...
Oh that is lovely Tulips are my favourite flowers and I have some beautiful pictures of tulips in my garden that would go perfectly on the LO.TFS :)
- May 11, 2011 at 5:19 AM
- Mom2Fiveplus3 said...
Loving the colors and great job with all the pattern.
- May 11, 2011 at 5:33 AM
- nancydianne said...
I really like this one and I love those tulips. May have to spring for that cart!
- May 11, 2011 at 5:49 AM
- Robin said...
How adorable. thanks!
- May 11, 2011 at 5:51 AM
- Kel said...
I just love this!! Looks like I gotta get on this cartridge..nice work.. pretty colors
- May 11, 2011 at 6:02 AM
- Brigitte said...
A great layout!!! I love the 3-D effect! Awesome job!
brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 6:03 AM
- katieb'screativeendeavors said...
Love the colors-great layout!
KateB - May 11, 2011 at 6:12 AM
- dgroovy said...
Very nice layout.Thank you for sharing. That paper is very springy and happy !
- May 11, 2011 at 6:17 AM
- LaLa said...
The layout is gorgeous! Tulips are one of my fave flowers!
queen_lade at yahoo.com - May 11, 2011 at 6:30 AM
- CRAZY4CHRIST said...
Love love love the layout!! The patterns surprisingly work well together, not over powering at all!!
sierrababy08 at hotmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 6:31 AM
- Rae-beccadesigns said...
Georgeous layout! With all the way we've had lately, we should have plenty of flowers! LOL. I especially like the tulips because they remind me of my grandfather. They were his favorites!
- May 11, 2011 at 6:36 AM
- Ami said...
I love your layout! I think the colors are just right. :) You have a knack for making me want to run out and buy a cartridge that I didn't think that I needed before when I look at your projects. ;)
- May 11, 2011 at 6:37 AM
- Nadia's World said...
This is absolutely gorgeous! Love the bright colors! I would love to see you guys do more LO's.... :)
Nicole T.
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 6:42 AM
- Show Love-Make Cards said...
Love the papers all together! It's really beautiful especially set off with the black. TFS.
- May 11, 2011 at 6:56 AM
- gshrader said...
Wow! Great layout! Love the colors!
Thanks for sharing - May 11, 2011 at 7:05 AM
I love the bright layout! The colors complemented each other well and the tulips are great.
- May 11, 2011 at 7:08 AM
- Laney's Legacy's said...
Just Love this LO just so cute and great use of colors, thanks for sharing.
later tater,
laney - May 11, 2011 at 7:09 AM
- Rachel said...
I love this layout!!! Not too much color at all...it's perfect!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:10 AM
- Kate said...
This is so bright, vibrant and fun! I love the way the tulips pop! Great layout!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:21 AM
- Karen Wilson said...
OMGoodness! LOVE this!! Love the colors, the little note .. wow, super cute!! TFS!!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:26 AM
- Samantha J Designs (Wife2TJ) said...
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL layout!!! :-)
- May 11, 2011 at 7:26 AM
- GiGi said...
What a cute layout! I love the black shadow. It makes everything pop so nice. TFS!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:34 AM
- Sahily said...
Tulips are beautiful!! Love your layout.
- May 11, 2011 at 7:40 AM
- Lissy said...
I really really love this layout. I love bright colors and you really coordinated all the patters perfectly! Great job!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:41 AM
- Jeannene said...
Cute and cheerful!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:42 AM
- Dawn, RI said...
the tulip LO colors all work well
together. Very nice LO, lover the
tulips Dawn RI
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 7:43 AM
- wimarinemom2006 said...
Great layout. I just love how the colors in the tulips make them pop off the page.
- May 11, 2011 at 7:43 AM
- JenBenLola said...
Great layout! Love tulips! JenBrierley2 at gmail dot com
- May 11, 2011 at 7:45 AM
- jcamp2020 said...
I think the paper works okay. I agree that putting pattern paper together can be challenging. From Monique, I have begun to do a lot of chalking to make a cleaner divide between patterns.
Love the tulips..I'll have to take a look at that cart and see what else is on it.
jcamp2020 at aol - May 11, 2011 at 7:46 AM
- Elsie said...
You just posted one of my new favorite layouts! I love tulips! The colors are so bright and colorful. I love the hidden note. Excellent way to journal without taking up any space. Thank you for giving us so many wonderful ideas!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:46 AM
- di said...
Lovely layout, it's going to have me singing Tiny Tim all day!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:48 AM
- Joni Lynn said...
this is such a cute page!I just love it, so springy! we keep waiting for spring up here in Montana, I don't think we're having it this year. But thanks for the encouragement from the page! Love it!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:49 AM
- Donna said...
What a great layout. I might have to go get that paper.
- May 11, 2011 at 7:49 AM
- Kelly Massman said...
Love the bright cheerfulness!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:53 AM
- CARDS by SUSAN said...
CUTE layout. Bright, cheerful, Joy colors!
Thanks for sharing
Susan - May 11, 2011 at 7:54 AM
- Kelly St Pierre said...
How precious your tulip layout is! You picked the perfect paper too! Thank you for sharing your talents with us and giving so much inspiration.
- May 11, 2011 at 7:55 AM
- sld173 said...
Very colorful and cheery!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:55 AM
- Natasha said...
So fun and bright! I love it. Thanks for sharing.
craftingwithnatasha.blogspot.com - May 11, 2011 at 7:55 AM
- snappy scrappy said...
Great...bright and colourful layout...so pretty!!
- May 11, 2011 at 7:58 AM
I agree with the others...love those tulips! And thanks for showing that all those bright papers can go together so well. I struggle with that a lot and it's nice to see someone else put it together so creatively.
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 7:59 AM
I love this layout! The colors really pop! Love the tulips and the layering.
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 8:04 AM
- Helen said...
Beautiful!! But now I need that cartridge--LOL!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:07 AM
LOVE the hidden notes card!
tonyakrauth AT yahoo DOT com - May 11, 2011 at 8:08 AM
- Scrappin Melissa said...
very pretty! it is bright, but not too much
- May 11, 2011 at 8:10 AM
- JenJackScrap said...
Such a cute layout! Very "Springy". Tulips are my FAVORITE flower!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:11 AM
- littlen said...
great lo. love all the bright colors. tfs.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:12 AM
- Dionne said...
Wow, I love this paper. To bright, no way.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:13 AM
- paperscissorsink said...
LOVE it! Colors are great and its just a beautiful page.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:14 AM
Loe your layout. Thanks for sharing.
Megan H.
mhcards at embarqmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 8:14 AM
- Jeanie said...
That is cute. I need to work on cutting all the layers and putting them together.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:14 AM
What a cute layout. Have to get that cartridge. Love the colors. Great job.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:15 AM
- Kathleen Sawyer said...
I reallyt love this layout. Something about it just tickeled my fancy. Nice and bright.
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 8:15 AM
- Nana's Paper Things said...
Great page, I love the tulips!
LizW in Texas - May 11, 2011 at 8:17 AM
- Deanna said...
Love your layout. I really like the bright bold colors, really cheery and summery. Love the tulips too.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:22 AM
- Jennifer H said...
Great LO! It would go great with the pics of my flower garden. I am going to check out the lite cartridges this weekend. Thanks.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:23 AM
- StefanieH said...
beautiful LO, thanks now i want this cart.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:24 AM
- CathyinMN said...
I love tulips and have a lot of them blooming in my garden right now. This is such a perfect layout for them. I'm going to have to scraplift this for sure. TFS!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:25 AM
- Debby said...
What a lovely LO I need to get the
Cricut Lite Bloom cartridge now lol
Debby - May 11, 2011 at 8:27 AM
- Carol Amie said...
Not too much color at all. Would be great for an easter-y layout or spring day...
- May 11, 2011 at 8:27 AM
- Cricut Design Chicks SWARM said...
LOVE LOVE this LO.. awesome colors. Love the tulips!!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:28 AM
- scrappingnana said...
What a darling layout. Love all the tulips. I think the papers look great together. The black mats make them pop. Thanks for sharing.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:29 AM
Hope precious!! This would be perfect for Easter pics! Like always, thanks for the inspiration!! =)
- May 11, 2011 at 8:31 AM
- Susan said...
I love the tulips. This layout of so colorful.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:32 AM
- mekei said...
what, no picture of tiny tim? very cute.
- May 11, 2011 at 8:34 AM
- Jan said...
I love the way you combined all the patterns. Sometimes that can be scary but your LO looks great!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:35 AM
- Stephanie said...
This is so cheerful! I love the colors. This is just a great layout.
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 8:36 AM
- Carrie K said...
What a cute LO! I love the tulips!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:37 AM
- Miranda said...
Great LO! Lots of fun colors! I think I need this cart! lol
- May 11, 2011 at 8:38 AM
- Clare D. said...
I love tulips and the Cricut one's last much longer and won't be eaten by rabits in my yard! cjdempsey9 at msn dot com
- May 11, 2011 at 8:43 AM
- The Cropping Canuck said...
Bright and fun!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:43 AM
- Susan said...
How cute is that! Beautiful spring colors! Just makes me smile.
SusanJ in Atlanta - May 11, 2011 at 8:49 AM
- Jamie said...
Great layout!
- May 11, 2011 at 8:52 AM
- Debbie said...
Love your bright cheerful layout!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 8:52 AM
- Ann said...
Very cute and dainty! Like your choice of paper and colors!
Ann - May 11, 2011 at 8:55 AM
- TeresaK said...
HOW ADORABLE is that layout? What a cute idea Joy! I just love it!
Thanks so much for sharing!
happiqueen at aol dot com - May 11, 2011 at 8:58 AM
- Shelley said...
Awesome layout! Love the tulips and the paper colors!
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 9:01 AM
- spelsue said...
Great layout! Fabulous title. I'm a big fan of hidden journaling. The tulips are beautiful. Off to tip toe through the tulips.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:02 AM
- kdgdi said...
I love bright. Do you make 2 page layouts? Such a pretty layout for the Spring. Thanks for sharing your talent! I am very inspired to make a flower layout now! Heading to Walmart today :) ! Diane
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 9:09 AM
- Lucy said...
I had this EP paper in my hands yesterday because I like it but didn't buy it b/c of the different patterns and how to bring some "life" to it. Now I know what to do! Thank you. I'll have to go back and buy it :)
- May 11, 2011 at 9:10 AM
What a cute project, love the tulips.
suezoos1 at aol dot com - May 11, 2011 at 9:11 AM
- alwayscharlie said...
I think the bright patterns work perfectly together! Luv those sweet tulips too!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:13 AM
- Marianne said...
I love the layout! Tulips are my fave! I will have to get this cartridge so that I can scrap my trip to the tulip festival!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:14 AM
- debbie susee said...
I love tulips and Echo Park is one of my new favorites.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:16 AM
- AShu93 said...
I like this pretty, bright paper. It looks great with your tulips.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:16 AM
- motherloves3 said...
Love this layout - it is beautiful.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:16 AM
- candkleo said...
Very pretty and bright! I like the hidden note. TFS! :) Kelly
- May 11, 2011 at 9:17 AM
- Nati Tristan said...
I LOVE THAT CARTRIDGE!!! You totally enable me to go out and get that awesome cart. I love the paperline too!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:18 AM
- Amanda said...
Such a pretty LO. Love the color combo. TFS!!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:18 AM
- Robin Briggs said...
Flowers are the best for me when it comes to using my Cricut. Such a beautiful project. Thanks
- May 11, 2011 at 9:20 AM
- Em'smom said...
super cute! I have got to scraplift this layout!!! super job!
thanks for the idea
Lori - May 11, 2011 at 9:20 AM
- Janet said...
Cute LO! I really like the hidden journaling, so many times I'm relunctent to journal because it's private and intended for family eyes only. I love to see ways to hide it so it stays private. Thanks.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:23 AM
- Terrie & Gil said...
Just love the tulips! So nice and bright after this long winter.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:25 AM
- Meghankelly said...
Super cute! Love the tulips, my favorite flower!! Thank you so much for everything you guys share, so amazing!!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:27 AM
- rhonda said...
Joy! I love this layout. And I really love the paper you used. I will have to look for this cart...and the paper! Thanks!~
- May 11, 2011 at 9:28 AM
- cdaily28 said...
Very pretty LO I love tulips!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:30 AM
- Cindy said...
Love it! Love it! Love it!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:30 AM
- Granny Anne said...
I love these layouts. Especially the tulips!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:34 AM
- MeGlo said...
Spring is in the air and on this layout! so pretty!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:37 AM
- Kim. said...
This is a really beautiful, colourful layout. The tulips look great.
Kim xXx - May 11, 2011 at 9:37 AM
love the bright colors, its so spring like.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:38 AM
- Michelle said...
I love the layout and don't think it is too bright at all!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:42 AM
- Charisse / Chay said...
This is just awesome! I love tulips. The layers are great. This inspires me to scrap all our spring pics. Thanks for sharing this.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:44 AM
- Esther said...
What a pretty layout, all those yummy colors and cute cuts!!!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:45 AM
- TheLastOfNine said...
Those are such fun tulips.
Gloria - May 11, 2011 at 9:46 AM
- mickeydee said...
This layout is so cheerful! I love the row of tulips at the bottom! The paper is perfect for this design and layout! Love it!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:48 AM
- surfnfroggie said...
Wow! This layout is fabulous and very Springy. I love the colors, tulips, and the papers! Beautiful job!
surfnfroggie - May 11, 2011 at 9:48 AM
- areakka said...
Love the hidden journaling idea.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:49 AM
- Scrapper69 said...
Love the fun colors and the Tulips look wonderful! Such a great cheery LO! :o)
Theresa - May 11, 2011 at 9:49 AM
- Terri said...
I absolutely LOVE this layout!!! Thanks for sharing.
- May 11, 2011 at 9:49 AM
That LO is just too too cute. Tulips definitely are a sign of spring....especially in MN. Sometimese they would come up before all the snow was gone. Very hardy too - my parents had an asphalt driveway and one year two tulips popped up through it!!! Wish I'd have a picture of that!
TFS - May 11, 2011 at 9:52 AM
- Paula said...
Can anyone tell me who wrote that song? It's going to bug me all day... Tiptoe Through The Tulips! Had a Ukelele! Horrible voice... hummm... Adorable idea on the layout!
- May 11, 2011 at 9:53 AM
- Beth Anne in PA said...
Beautiful LO! I didn't know this cart had so many layer options...have to give it another look. Love your papers too! Thanks for all the happy colors. (And yes the patterns look great together)
Beth Anne in PA
woody42997ataoldotcom - May 11, 2011 at 9:54 AM
- moknowsall said...
Joy - I love when you make layouts - can't get too colorful for me. great inspiration
Maureen - May 11, 2011 at 9:59 AM
- Linda from MN said...
I love the tulips layout!! You are so creative. I'll have to look for that cart. The easel looks very interesting, am so happy to have a chance at winning it.
- May 11, 2011 at 10:02 AM
- Robin said...
Love all the bright colors of the tulips. How cheerful and so appropriate for the spring. TFS
- May 11, 2011 at 10:06 AM
- Melissa said...
This LO is just adorable!! I am so waiting for my flowers to pop up so I can see beautiful color like this. I'm definitely going to use this idea in my daughters scrapbook!! Thanks so much for your dedication to us followers!!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:11 AM
- Betsy said...
What a darling layout! So fresh and bright.
- May 11, 2011 at 10:12 AM
- Pink Lady's Paradise said...
I love this layout! I really love the bright papers and the mixed patterns. Beautiful!
Thanks for the inspiration,
Cindy :) - May 11, 2011 at 10:13 AM
- craftaholic said...
Nice LO!! Very Springy and colorful!! TFS!!
ilovetonkinese2 at hotmail dot com
Rexann♥ - May 11, 2011 at 10:15 AM
- Deborah said...
This is really cute and clean looking. A nice way to start the beginning of Spring. It would be great to use these cartridges for for a classroom bulletin board. I'm going to have to pick them up!
Debbie Jozwik - May 11, 2011 at 10:16 AM
- katschriber said...
sweet layout.
kat - May 11, 2011 at 10:22 AM
- -mandy said...
I love the bright colors! Great job! Those tulips just pop right out to you!
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 10:24 AM
- kathy said...
love the colors and the flowers!thanks for a chance to wing. just got my e2 and having trouble with blade dragging across my mat- am a seasoned gypsy and cricut user. any advice?
- May 11, 2011 at 10:29 AM
- Rhonda said...
That is such a cute layout! I love the paper!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:32 AM
- Denise-Scrapmouse said...
Love this layout! It's so bright and happy. Great tulips too. Very cute! Thanks for sharing.
coupondenise at live dot com - May 11, 2011 at 10:33 AM
- Grace L. said...
Love the tulips! my favorite flower. Just love them. Can't wait to make a card. Thanks for sharing!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:36 AM
- Carol's Creations said...
This layout is super cute! I love all the bright colors!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:40 AM
- Karen said...
Love the tulips! I have to start looking more at the lite carts I still have not got one. Great job!!
Have a happy crafting day!!
Karen email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 10:41 AM
- Scraprelief said...
Oh, this layout is so cute. Tulips are my favorites. Great job. Julie
- May 11, 2011 at 10:43 AM
I love the tulips. They are my daughters favorite flower. I will have to find that cartridge.
- May 11, 2011 at 10:46 AM
What a wonderful Springy LO. I think the different color papers mesh together beautifully! Love the tulips and the all around 3D effect!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:46 AM
- The Hendrix Family said...
This layout is absolutely beautiful! And, reading through your comments, helped me learn more scrapbooking lingo. Who knew LO meant layout? I have so much to learn. :-)
- May 11, 2011 at 10:49 AM
- Janeen said...
Love the bright cheery colors and the tulips! You are making me want this cartridge too! Great layout! TFS!
majelica at comcast dot net - May 11, 2011 at 10:53 AM
- Vanessa said...
What a perfect spring layout! TFS
- May 11, 2011 at 10:53 AM
- Sandra said...
This page is perfect. All the colors and patterns go so well together. Just beautiful!
You just needed Tiny Tim and his ukelele... - May 11, 2011 at 10:54 AM
- Just Me said...
Great page, love all the bright colors.
- May 11, 2011 at 10:56 AM
- Monique said...
Beautiful LO! I love those papers together, I wish I was a little more brave when it comes to putting several designs together. Thanks for showing me it can work!!
- May 11, 2011 at 10:58 AM
- Jennie said...
What an adorable layout. Nice job!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 11:00 AM
- T said...
I ove the tulips.. think I mayhave to treat myself to this cart soon...it would be great my card making...
- May 11, 2011 at 11:05 AM
- momtryin2scrap said...
Really great layout. I have the cart but have yet to play with it. After looking at your layout...I will definitely play with it now:)
- May 11, 2011 at 11:05 AM
- mississchic said...
I love how the tulips are popped up. mississchic @ yahoo dotcom
- May 11, 2011 at 11:12 AM
- - - Sheryl - - said...
I love the tulips!!!! Awesome - I have three lonely tulips that come up year after year
- May 11, 2011 at 11:14 AM
- Joan said...
I love the vibrant colors--spring has sprung!!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 11:17 AM
- IslandV said...
So bright and springy! I love it!
- May 11, 2011 at 11:21 AM
- LisaRosan said...
OMGosh!! TOO CUTE!! I love everything that pops!
- May 11, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Just love the tulips, all the colors with the paper and the tulips just make the layout pop.
- May 11, 2011 at 11:25 AM
- coolnana72 said...
Great layout--I love the bright cheery colors and the tulips
- May 11, 2011 at 11:31 AM
- Amy's Designs said...
I love all the bright colors. I especially love the hidden note.
- May 11, 2011 at 11:34 AM
- pruttybird said...
I love tuplips ... they are one of my favorite spring flowers :) Great layout and definitely not too bright :)
pruttybird at comcast dot net - May 11, 2011 at 11:35 AM
- Kris said...
Cute... but PLEASE don't sing like Tiny Tim!!! ;0)
Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com - May 11, 2011 at 11:45 AM
- Bethany said...
LOVE those colors! Defiinitely bookmarking this project for later!
- May 11, 2011 at 11:55 AM
- Mary said...
These tulips are so cute! TFS, Mary M
- May 11, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Love the tulips across the bottom!!
- May 11, 2011 at 12:03 PM
- Scrappin Dhilly said...
Beautiful layout, I especially love all of the bright colors you used, very appropriate for tulips. That seems like a great cartridge!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 12:03 PM
- Peggy said...
Cute layout. I love tulips. They are not around for long so it is nice to be able to make paper ones that will last and last. TFS {{Hugs}} Peggy M
Stampnmore at aol dot com - May 11, 2011 at 12:03 PM
- cma21317 said...
Thanks now I can't get tiny tim singing out of my head. :')
- May 11, 2011 at 12:19 PM
- Jingle said...
Very cute layout!
- May 11, 2011 at 12:19 PM
- Angela said...
The bright colors make it so cheerful and eye opening!
- May 11, 2011 at 12:22 PM
- DebJoAl said...
Tulips are soooo cute!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM
- motomom said...
love the paper, the brighter the better, also like the note behind the picture
- May 11, 2011 at 12:59 PM
- Jolanda said...
what a lovely layout - tulips are my favourite flower!!
- May 11, 2011 at 1:09 PM
- Sunshine said...
I love the bright cheerful colors on this card! The Tulips are so cute thanks for sharing this treat and for the chance to win.
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 1:11 PM
- mamawcindy said...
Love that you did a Layout.It's so Cute!!!! TFS :0)
cindymarshall63@hotmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 1:11 PM
- Short Scrapper said...
Love, love, love this!!!!! I could use this idea in so many ways for so many different things! Thanks bunches!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 1:17 PM
- Alicia said...
So pretty!
- May 11, 2011 at 1:28 PM
- pdela-torre said...
Sooo cute! Who doesn't love tulips! You guys are always so creative. TFS!
- May 11, 2011 at 1:45 PM
- Nancy Curtis said...
The tulips are adorable. I love the colors you chose for the tulips and LO.
- May 11, 2011 at 1:46 PM
- AUSTINSGRAMM said...
Cute creation. Love tulips and these are beautiful.
bobbi - May 11, 2011 at 1:51 PM
- Beth said...
Your tulip layout is cheerful -- very welcoming for us in Minnesota who are experiencing gloomy weather. I especially like the hidden journaling card.
- May 11, 2011 at 1:57 PM
- Debbie said...
this LO is so springy thanks the tulips are great
upnurse at aol dot com - May 11, 2011 at 1:59 PM
- Sarah said...
Cute LO! I just love spring colors.
- May 11, 2011 at 1:59 PM
- Amanda said...
It's so bright and cheerful! I love all of the patterned papers! Great job!
Amanda (email@example.com) - May 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM
- Jessica said...
Beautiful layout! It makes me think of my dad. Only he had rose bushes and a rock garden with Iris. I remember helping him separate those bulbs every year! Thanks for the trip down memory lane.
Jessica - May 11, 2011 at 2:04 PM
- Amy said...
Love this fun, springy page! Bloom is one of my faves.
- May 11, 2011 at 2:07 PM
- PurpleLadyBug said...
Super cute layout! I love the title :)
kperlic at hotmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 2:15 PM
- Liz said...
YAY!! I have this cartridge, love tulips and l.o.v.e. this layout, can't wait to do something sooo similiar!!
www.tryin2craft.blogspot.com - May 11, 2011 at 2:25 PM
- MulticrafterAmy said...
Great layout. I love all the bright colors. You makes such pretty pages! I think I will scrap with ease if I was to win that Scrap'n Easel. :)
amywooten2010 at gmail dot com - May 11, 2011 at 2:25 PM
- sweetlilscrapper said...
so bright and cheery!!
email@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 2:43 PM
- JustJules said...
Love the bright paper and the tulips!! Fun! TFS!
- May 11, 2011 at 2:53 PM
- loving3boys1girl said...
I love tulips! I would love that cart but not at the price its going for! The LO is great! I wish I had the talent to put so many patterns together and make it look good. :)
blue.tacs at yahoo dot com - May 11, 2011 at 2:58 PM
- Chris Wooten said...
really cute layout...thanks
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 3:00 PM
i love the layout.. where i can find the echo park summer days... i really want this papels..
- May 11, 2011 at 3:00 PM
- xxsquigglesxx said...
This is so adorable! I love it!
- May 11, 2011 at 3:02 PM
What a cute layout today! I love
the layered tulip border, it's so
colorful. The Echo Park paper is
on my wishlist. - May 11, 2011 at 3:03 PM
- Nancy said...
Love tulips. They are my favorite flower. I love all the patterns together. That is one of the problems I have is seeing the final picture. Thanks for the great, creative ideas.
- May 11, 2011 at 3:22 PM
- Roenick said...
Tulips remind me of my aunt that died in 2009 at 45... I must go get that cart, now!
The layout is quite cute and I love the hidden journal note page behind the picture place. - May 11, 2011 at 3:25 PM
- Maureen Reiss said...
Very pretty LO!!! Love the hidden tag!!!
- May 11, 2011 at 3:26 PM
- Simmons Family said...
The hidden tag was such a cute idea. This page looks really intricate and turned out really well. It still amazes me what the cricut is capable of. The 3 tulips in the middle are my favorite :)
- May 11, 2011 at 3:32 PM
- Marty said...
What a fun and cute layout. TFS
- May 11, 2011 at 3:36 PM
- Julia said...
I love the tulips!
firstname.lastname@example.com - May 11, 2011 at 3:50 PM
- Shaun said...
Very nice layout, love echo park. The colors are great.
Thanks - May 11, 2011 at 3:55 PM


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Anyone else tuning in tonight? I only get like 3 of these a year but RR and WM are two of the three. Interested in who they will have win the RR. Punk vs Rock should be a good match thought I don't mind who wins.
"Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing."
First row sports. Com. And I hope rock and Cena lose
Rock wins but won't go against Cena at Wrestlemania. They're going to keep their promise of that being a one-time thing. I wouldn't be shocked if Ziggler cashes in his bank tonight after Rock beats Punk and Brigade beats up Rock.
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Will Brad Maddox interfere? Or will he attempt to, then get beaten down by the Shield?
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Rock wins the belt. Cena wins the rumble. Cesaro retains his belt. Team Hell No retains. Big Show beats ADR to regain the World Title. The shield interfere with the title match, only this time it's either new members, or they beat up CM Punk instead of the Rock.
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Is this the same type of Royal Rumble they used to have? 30 wrestlers and a new one comes out every 30 seconds or so?
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Rock beats Punk (although I hope this doesn't happen)...Lesnar wins the Rumble to face Rock at Mania... Calling my shot.
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Hello Bret Hart.
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13 Different Muscle Cars Of SEMA- The Cars Of Sema
Written by on March 1, 2009 13 Of The Hottest Cars From The Annual Gearhead Festival In Las Vegas.The Specialty Equipment Market Association, more commonly known to automotive enthusiasts as SEMA, is an organization that brings the manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of the performance aftermarket community together. Their annual trade-only convention is held annually at the Las Vegas Convention Center in early November, and member manufacturers show their newest and greatest parts to the eager members of the media, as well as potential buyers.
As a way for these manufacturers to display their products at work, it isn't uncommon for them to place a couple of choice vehicles in their booth. Being the biggest aftermarket parts convention in the country, there is pressure to show the best of the best. Our job here is to pick from those, the most impressive, unique, and interesting cars. It's a difficult task, and a lot of nice cars were omitted due to space, but we're giving it our best shot here.
General Motors built this development/prototype car to be run in the Grand Am racing series. The GS (Grand Sport) class is highly controlled, as many classes are. There are negotiations to compensate for higher horsepower, resulting in a higher weight minimum, or lower rpm maximum. These factors are equalized to generate the same lap times out of every car, to make the race more about the driver's skill and the car's durability. While the GS Camaro program manager, Dwight Woodbridge, would have loved to go wild on the build, he stuck closely to the class's rules. The power comes from a factory LS3, at just over 400 horsepower. This is backed by a Tremec 6060 six-speed manual transmission. What's nice about the 400-horsepower rule is that a stock clutch works just fine.
This being the first car built for this purpose, the development phase would take a lot of attention. Countless hours of track testing and tuning resulted in a finely tuned race car for the 2009 Grand Am series. Since all the kinks have been worked out, they can source the production version to an outside builder. The design of the race car and the version available to the public will be nearly identical. These turnkey race cars will have a starting price of $130,000. The builder General Motors picked to craft each subsequent car is Riley Technologies. They work exclusively on race cars and have the manpower to fill the orders for this ready-to-run race car.
Owner: | General Motors |
Hometown: | Detroit, MI |
Engine size & type: | 6.2-liter GM LS3 |
Transmission: | Tremec 6060 6-speed manual |
Performance: | 430 horsepower |
Front suspension: | modified factory struts, camber/caster plates with solid bushings |
Rear suspension: | short/long arm style independent with solid bushings |
Brakes: | Brembo 4-piston calipers front, factory disc rear |
Wheels & tires: | Fikse wheels, Hoosier spec racing tires |
Paint & body: | PPG Midnight Blue painted by General Motors |
Built by: | General Motors |
Vendor affiliation: | General Motors |
Years owned: | 1 |
John Levitz is the owner of AirAid, but that position didn't get him this car. He was only a junior in high school when he attended his first car auction. There he picked up this 1966 Shelby Mustang that had been freshly restored. This car got him through high school and college, easily being one of the coolest student cars around. The Mustang came with some history; it had been featured in magazines in the first chapter of its life. With over 30,000 miles of wear put on during school, the Mustang was due for a second restoration, which would award it more space on the glossy inner pages of more magazines. The car didn't need an extreme makeover to make it special or to make it perform. From the factory, the car received many upgrades, including traction bars, disc brakes, and an extremely reliable transmission. The only major upgrade John did was to replace the tired original motor with a Ford Motorsports 487-horsepower 353-inch small-block of their IR-series engines.
Since the Shelby's restoration (which shared garage space with our very own '75 Laguna on the cover), it doesn't see commuter traffic, or late-night runs to the grocery store, but it still gets shown off to his peers. He attends the local "Cars and Coffee" get-together where car enthusiasts gather early on the weekends for a light breakfast and tons of car talk. Having his own booth at SEMA for AirAid made his car stand out in the group. When you've had a car for over 30 years like John has, it becomes more like showing off your child than your vehicle.
Owner: | John Levitz |
Occupation: | Owner of AirAid |
Hometown: | Scottsdale, AZ |
Engine size & type: | Roush 353 IR series, fuel injected |
Transmission: | '66 Ford Toploader 4-speed manual |
Performance: | 487 horsepower |
Front suspension: | modified original equipment, Koni shocks, adjustable sway bar, Total Control Products strut rods |
Rear suspension: | Global West springs, Koni shocks, factory traction bars |
Brakes: | factory equipment |
Wheels & tires: | PS Engineering 15-inch wheels, Goodyear {{{600}}}-15 tires |
Paint & body: | Heath Elmer Restorations of Mesa, AZ |
Built by: | Heath Elmer Restorations |
Vendor affiliation: | AirAid |
Years owned: | 30+ |
Jesse Greening of Cullman, Alabama, founded Greening Auto Company to facilitate his love for car building and turn it into a living. Though the shop's focus was mostly on the earlier cars of the 1930s and '40s, he craved building something a little more muscular. He felt the market had been saturated with first-generation Camaros; so many had been built to where it takes extreme measures to make the cars really stand out. Jesse's style was more along the simple and powerful lines. Long ago, he saw the potential of second-generation Camaros, and finally had his chance to build one. He started off with a relatively straightforward build. The clean 1971 RS got a coat of BASF's Glasurit Lamp Black paint applied by his father, Jeff, who was a huge helping hand in the build.
The custom work in the engine bay was the most notable part of the car. It housed an LS1 with custom-painted valve covers and a dual-tube intake. Jesse and his dad stretched the inner fenders toward the motor to conceal the business of the suspension. The look they were after was clean, and they got it. The interior followed the same vibe as the engine bay, taking advantage of the smooth lines of the late model.
Aside from Jesse being able to say he has had the car at SEMA, he will be showing it off at the local car shows. He looks forward to working it around the Goodguys autocross course thanks to his totally upgraded suspension and brakes. He's been working with Baer brakes for a long time, and was happy to loan them the car for SEMA.
Owner: | Jesse Greening, 33 |
Occupation: | builder and owner of Greening Auto Company |
Hometown: | Cullman, AL |
Engine size & type: | GM LS1 |
Transmission: | GM T56 6-speed |
Performance: | 400 horsepower |
Front suspension: | DSE control arms, Bilstein shocks, Eaton springs, Belltech 2-inch drop spindles |
Rear suspension: | DSE Quadralink system |
Brakes: | Baer |
Wheels & tires: | Greening custom 19x8-inch and 20x10-inch wheels, Goodyear tires |
Paint & body: | BASF Glasurit Lamp Black by Jeff Greening |
Built by: | Greening Auto Company |
Vendor affiliation: | Baer Brakes |
Years owned: | 1 |
Some of us know what we want to do when we grow up at an early age, and Justin Meyers of Oswego, Illinois, was one of those kids. He dreamed of owning his own shop where he would build the cars he loved. Justin graduated high school with a degree in mechanical engineering, giving him an edge over the competition. He could now integrate what he learned in school to build some really spectacular cars. That left him one problem: finances. That's when he teamed up with Ryan Diem of the Indianapolis Colts. With a slightly higher discretionary budget, Ryan invested in Justin's shop. As a team, they built the shop, Modern Muscle, into what it is today. We asked Justin what his specialty was, but the answer of anything custom seemed pretty vague. He has been focusing on the Pro Touring style incorporated into our favorite muscle cars. After doing a little digging, we found he is also on the late-model front, developing aftermarket parts for Mopar's LX platform, which covers Chargers, Magnums, 300s, and Challengers. With the Challenger new on the market, Justin will be ready when more people are looking to improve them.
With an in-house chassis dyno, Modern Muscle can really crank the muscle out of these cars. Like many builders, Justin has fallen in love with the LS engines, and has been setting cars up on the dyno with much success. Next on the to-do list is a '67 Camaro, which we think will top this Chevelle's 1,000-horsepower benchmark.
Owner: | Justin Meyers, 28 |
Occupation: | owner of Modern Muscle |
Hometown: | Oswego, IL |
Engine size & type: | 403-inch twin-turbo Gen III small-block Chevy |
Transmission: | TH400 with reverse manual valvebody |
Performance: | est. 1,000 horsepower |
Front suspension: | coilovers with tubular control arms |
Rear suspension: | parallel four-link, wishbone locator, and coilovers |
Brakes: | Wilwood |
Wheels & tires: | 18x8-inch and 20x12-inch Billet Specialties Stiletto wheels, Mickey Thompson 26x10- and 29x15-inch tires |
Paint & body: | Napa brand custom blend of black base and pearl |
Built by: | Modern Muscle |
Vendor affiliation: | Modern Muscle |
Years owned: | 1.5 |
Los Angeles is a place filled with movie stars and deep car culture. Normally, these two things don't mix, but for builder Dennis McCarthy, they do. Dennis is the build coordinator for Universal Studios. He is responsible for the cars of the The Fast and the Furious movies, Death Race, The Kingdom, and Redline. He asked us to please mention that he was responsible for the quality of the cars, not the movies themselves. His job is to coordinate a group of builders, a place to work, and all the equipment to crank out up to 120 cars in a six-month timeframe for filming. One of his creations was this 1970 Charger, built for the to-be-released The Fast and the Furious 4. Before this job, he was building cars at his own shop in Burbank, California. He had been asked to work on a couple of cars for commercials, started hanging out on set in case they needed him, and then he got the offer to build for production companies full time.
The more important cars in the movies, the Mopars, all get completely stripped and cleaned before bodywork and fabrication begins. We know Mopar guys are going to hate this, but all of these cars get a small-block Chevy, Turbo 400 automatic transmission, and a Ford 9-inch rear end. The Mopar stuff gets too expensive and hard to find for something that needs to be ready for action at a moment's notice.
Of course, Dennis couldn't build this many cars by himself; he employs up to 40 people at a time to help with the workload. So if you love building cars, and love car movies even more, then working on these feature film cars is the job for you!
Owner: | Universal Studios |
Occupation: | The Fast and the Furious co-star |
Hometown: | Los Angeles, CA |
Engine size & type: | 350-inch small-block Chevy crate motor |
Transmission: | TH400 |
Front suspension: | Hotchkis sway bar |
Rear suspension: | factory with 9-inch Ford housing |
Brakes: | Wilwood 12-inch rotors, dual rear calipers for parking brake slide |
Wheels & tires: | General Tire 255/45R18 and 255/55R18 |
Paint & body: | PPG Satin Black by The Fast and the Furious picture car crew, Los Angeles, CA |
Built by: | The Fast and the Furious picture car crew |
Vendor affiliation: | General Tire |
Years owned: | 1 |
You may remember builder Doug Shultz of Maple Valley, Washington, for receiving the 2001 Goodguys Street Machine of the Year award for his '67 Nova. The Nova graced the pages of many magazines, including the cover of PHR, shortly after the award was given. Back then, the Street Machine of the Year contenders were a soup of Chevys, and Doug wanted to introduce something different to the mix.
As many projects start, Doug was looking to give it some cool wheels and a slick paintjob. After scoring some monster meats for the rear, he saw he needed to tub the rear. The tub would then require relocation of the framerails, and a complete back half suspension. Once the back was done, the front needed some work to match, and the snowball got bigger. He started to build this 1966 Ford Fairlane in hopes to compete for the 2003 award, but because of life's trials, he sold his shop and the car didn't enter the competition until 2007. One vote short, Doug didn't make it to the Top 5. This by no means discouraged him from continuing to show the car and have fun with it. He frequents Goodguys car shows and heaves this midsize through the autocross course as if he won the award.
While many builders try to get every new shiny part on their car, Doug found what he started with in 2002 to work just great. The seven-year-old, two-piston Baer brakes still clamp tight around the rotors to ensure survival through the turns. We may not see another Street Machine of the Year award with Doug's name on it, but he's got plans to build an electric car with all the car show's classic features.
Owner: | Doug Shultz, 45 |
Occupation: | fabricator |
Hometown: | Maple Valley, WA |
Engine size & type: | 514-inch by Ford Motorsport |
Transmission: | Richmond 6-speed manual |
Performance: | 635 horsepower |
Front suspension: | modified Heidts SuperRide II, sprint-car-style sway bar |
Rear suspension: | parallel four-bar, Watts link, sway bar |
Brakes: | Baer 13- and 12-inch rotors, 2-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | Boyd Coddington 18x7-inch and 20x12-inch Hot Rod wheels, Michelin {{{Pilot}}} Sport 225/40R18 and 335/30R20 tires |
Paint & body: | PPG Salsa Red and Titanium, by Byers Custom and Restoration |
Built by: | owner |
Vendor affiliation: | none |
Years owned: | 6 |
It's hard to imagine the pain of starting a website dedicated to the type of car you've only dreamed of owning. Larry Callahan of Thousand Oaks, California, did just that. Eight years ago (it seems like yesterday to Larry), he started Pro-Touring.com. It's a place for people with Pro Touring style cars, or people who just like them, to come together and discuss everything about these cars. The extreme amount of feedback and participation made expanding the website a natural. Larry organized events where people on the website could meet and play with their cars. All this time, he didn't have a supercar himself. He had a `68 Camaro that he drove daily once upon a time, and he'd been saving to realize his dream for a while, when the opportunity to display at the SEMA show in Centerforce's booth came along.
The Pro Touring theme is defined as modern upgrades to an older car that make it handle better. To perform the overhaul, Larry employed Prodigy Customs, where Frank Sarafine took over. The build needed to be completed in 42 days to be ready in time for SEMA, so it was the center of focus for an intense six weeks.
Every muscle car needs a lot of horsepower, and Prodigy delivered. They built a 406-inch small-block Chevy starting with a Dart Little M block, and planted two Precision turbos atop to produce what the calculator says is around 800 horsepower on pump gas. Pro Touring cars need to not just go fast in a straight line, but turn and stop, too. With a full set of tubular control arms from Art Morrison, Air Ride ShockWaves, and lightweight wheels and brakes from Forgeline and Wilwood, the Camaro would easily fall into the genre he loves so much.
Owner: | Larry Callahan, 42 |
Occupation: | Aerospace machine shop manager, owner Pro-Touring.com |
Hometown: | Thousand Oaks, CA |
Engine size & type: | twin-turbo 406-inch small-block Chevy |
Transmission: | Richmond 6-speed manual |
Performance: | est. 800 horsepower |
Front suspension: | Art Morrison subframe, Air Ride Shockwaves |
Rear suspension: | Prodigy four-link, Air Ride ShockWaves, Moser rear end |
Brakes: | Wilwood 14-inch rotors, 6- and 4-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | Forgeline SO3P wheels, BFGoodrich KDW 275/35R18 and 335/30R18 |
Paint & body: | BASF Glasurit Steel Silver custom blend |
Built by: | Prodigy Customs, Apopica, FL |
Vendor affiliation: | Centerforce |
Years owned: | 25, built in 42 days |
This car wasn't just built for show, it was designed and modified to participate in the Targa Newfoundland Rally. Every September for the last seven years, this organization leads a couple dozen cars over 1,200 miles through the sweeping vistas and rugged coast lines of eastern and southern Newfoundland. The weather can be harsh at times, and the pace too fast and focused to be able to absorb the views surrounding the driver. This is OK for the guys, who aren't looking to go sight seeing, but looking to flaunt their car around every kind of road condition possible.
Mopar wanted in on this fun. The stocker Challenger, like nearly all production cars, would not be equipped to handle this. The Mopar team dropped in their 392-inch late-model Hemi crate motor to give it the necessary juice to drive up the mountains. Eric Vickerman, Performance Parts Engineer over at Mopar, tells us from experience: "Power is key to the competition." Their first time out to this event, with the Challenger virgin to the mountains of Canada, they took home a Second place trophy in their class. He attributes this success to the changes made in Detroit. Aside from the high-horsepower crate motor, the Challenger used a full racing-style coilover setup designed by KW and Mopar's race team. The nice thing about the Challenger is that it comes from the factory with a flat floor. Once you remove the carpet, however, you are left with an un-even, uncomfortable floor, so a second faux floor was installed to smooth it out.
You can't get this particular color on this car, but Super Sublime Green is a Mopar factory color. You may have seen it on a Viper or two--we hope it becomes a production Challenger paint option.
Owner: | Mopar |
Hometown: | Detroit, MI |
Engine size & type: | 392-inch Hemi crate motor |
Transmission: | Tremec TR6060 6-speed manual |
Performance: | 540 horsepower |
Front suspension: | factory single wishbone with Mopar coilovers |
Rear suspension: | factory w/Mopar coilovers |
Brakes: | StopTech 15- and 14-inch rotors |
Wheels & tires: | SM Wheel Dyno 55, Pirelli PZero 285/35R20 tires |
Paint & body: | Super Sublime Green |
Built by: | Mopar |
Vendor affiliation: | Mopar |
Years owned: | 1 |
The inspiration for this car comes from owner Ben Grasso's long lost '69 Road Runner he had as a high school student. He had bought a black-on-black '69 Road Runner with the factory 383 and an automatic when he was 15 years old to have ready to drive by 16. He finally had the opportunity to pay tribute to those times and build a car how he would've back then if he could've. Back then, his resources were low, forcing him to use cheap filler and even cheaper paint to smooth up the exterior. Now he can use the best of the best and give it the smooth-as-glass black paint he always wanted. The car was going to be for himself or for the shop to use as their show car, but that changed when he got a call from Mr. Dawson Davenport of Buckeye, Arizona. Dawson saw our PHR feature on Ben's Super Bee, and was sure he wanted something built by Plum Floored Creations. Lucky for him, there was one already half built. Very few changes were made to the build after Dawson was onboard. The horsepower requirement went from 700 to 1,000, as the desire for power inflated. They achieved this number with 22 psi of boost from a Vortech supercharger, on a built 426-inch Hemi.
Owner: | Dawson Davenport, 30 |
Occupation: | car builder |
Hometown: | Buckeye, AZ |
Engine size & type: | 426-inch stoker late-model Hemi |
Transmission: | {{{Chrysler}}} NAG-1 5-speed automatic |
Performance: | est. 950 horsepower |
Front suspension: | RMS AlterKtion torsion bar system |
Rear suspension: | SRT-8 |
Brakes: | Wilwood 14- and 13-inch rotors, 6- and 4-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | DPE 18- and 20-inch wheels, Yokohama S-Drive tires |
Paint & body: | Sherwin-William's Planet Color Obsidian Black |
Built by: | Plum Floored Creations, Phoenix, AZ |
Vendor affiliation: | Legendary Auto Interiors |
Years owned: | 1 |
Daren Metropoulos is probably the world's youngest billionaire. He has a collection of pristine, unmodified, and unrestored classics, including some Boss Mustangs, split-window Corvettes, and other irreplaceable cars. Nevertheless, the poor guy wanted something a bit different to add to his collection. When someone with nearly endless funds wants the best custom car money can buy, he goes to Chip Foose. Daren brought Chip the perfect candidate for the restoration--an absolutely unmolested California-born 1970 'Cuda. Only a touch of surface rust lived under the vinyl top, but nothing that couldn't be taken care of by a 3M pad.
At SEMA, this '70 'Cuda was constantly swarmed by admirers. At every square inch, there was something special on this car. One of the major changes Mr. Foose performed was relocating the front wheels. The factory set the front wheels in an awkward position, making the nose of the car look unsupported. When you are the frame's designer, however, you can change whatever you want. Chip worked with Art Morrison to build a frame that set the wheels within the factory fender as he wished. The objective was to make it look how it should have from the factory.
To give an example of exactly how much attention to detail this car got, look at the bumpers. Together they received over 400 hours of work to get them where they are. They were sectioned and fitted against the body panels for a consistently small gap. Once they were fit, each bumper got between 12 and 16 coats of copper before being chromed. Between each coat, they leveled them with a sanding block to ensure a perfectly flat mirror-sharp finish.
The folks at Foose Designs really wanted to hang onto this car to parade around to shows, but its eager owner wants to take it home and rip it around the neighborhood.
Owner: | Daren Metropoulos, 26 |
Occupation: | real estate entrepreneur |
Hometown: | somewhere in Connecticut |
Engine size & type: | 6.4-liter late-model Hemi |
Transmission: | Tremec 5-speed |
Performance: | 433 rear-wheel horsepower |
Front suspension: | {{{Corvette}}} C-5 |
Rear suspension: | 4-bar with {{{Ford}}} 9-inch rearend |
Brakes: | Baer 14-inch rotors, 6- and 4-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | Foose Fish Eye one-off wheels, Pirelli PZero 245/35R19, 305/35R20 tires |
Paint & body: | BASF Terra Cuda Brown, California Gold stripes |
Built by: | Foose Design |
Vendor affiliation: | BASF |
Years owned: | 1.5 |
Sally Cox of Anaheim, CA, has been dreaming of this car for years. Her husband, Greg, owns a custom plating business in Signal Hill, California, where he's been working with cars for years. Greg has a collection of cars himself, but wanted to build Sally a car of her own. Sally had her heart set on a fastback, but they are becoming harder and harder to come by, so she settled for this '67 coupe.
The inspiration came from the Shelby car that was never put into production. There was only one '67 Coupe with Shelby's name on it that acted as a prototype. This car's name was Li'l Red, coded EXP500. The car was scrapped soon after its creation, and Sally thought that was a shame. She and her husband built her Mustang as the '67 Shelby coupe that never was. They followed the Shelby style, but added their own personal touches. This Mustang, originally a six-cylinder car, received a 427 FE motor to be a little bit different. She wanted the look of the car to be as clean as possible. The engine bay is simply immaculate, with the entire engine painted a deep blue to keep you ignorant to the near 800 horsepower that lives within. They made sure to hide as much wiring as possible and keep the interior simple. The traditional four-speed shifter pokes through a factory console, but don't be fooled. The Toploader transmission wears a Gear Vendors unit on its tail, making it an overdrive and underdrive transmission.
Lucky enough to be based in Southern California, they brought the car to Chip Foose for paint and wheel design. It now wears one-off Foose Design wheels that were kept a secret to even the owner until just before the SEMA show in Las Vegas.
Owner: | Sally Cox, 45 |
Occupation: | administrator |
Hometown: | Anaheim, CA |
Engine size & type: | 427-inch tunnel-port {{{Ford}}} FE |
Transmission: | Ford Toploader 4-speed manual with Gear Venders |
Performance: | {{{780}}} horsepower |
Front suspension: | Total Control Products coilover kit |
Rear suspension: | Total Control Products G-bar coilover kit |
Brakes: | Baer 14-inch rotors, 6-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | Foose 500 one-off 19- and 20-inch wheels, Pirelli PZero 245/35R19 and 265/35R20 |
Paint & body: | Ford Vista Blue |
Built by: | Phillips & Co. Hot Rods, Long Beach, CA |
Vendor affiliation: | Gear Vendors |
Years owned: | 8 |
The purpose of building this car was to give NHRA class racers a completely legal drag car good for 10s. For now, production is limited to 50 units, but we're sure there will be more like it in the future. Ford really wanted to get the Mustang back into Sportsman racing, and it was sure nice to get a 9-inch in a Ford again!
This is a drag car built with a discriminating eyes toward the NHRA rulebook to ensure the legality, and safety was of top concern. The team at Ford is currently waiting approval on the horsepower rating to fit the rulebook, but we're looking at around 425 horsepower backed with an automatic or manual transmission.
The suspension has been modified to give the car optimum traction and weight transfer. The front sway bar was removed for weight savings and to loosen the front end. There is a crossbar unnecessary for racing in the front that was removed for weight reduction. The rear suspension got a 9-inch Ford housing suspended by components built by Team Z Racing. The brakes on a drag car are aimed more at weight savings than clamping power, since it only needs to slow the car once per heat cycle. That's why they made sure the Ford Racing exclusive Bogart wheels slip right over the factory brakes. At 15 inches in diameter, larger aftermarket brakes aren't an option.
One of three test mules (above the 50 production cars) will be auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson. The auction car was driven by many famous drivers, including John Force, Mike Neff (NHRA rookie of the year), Gas Rhonda (original Cobra Jet NHRA champion racer), Bob Glidden (winningest NHRA Pro Stock driver), and Bill Glidden (winningest Outlaw 10.5-inch tire racer). Proceeds will go toward introducing new NHRA Sportsman programs for the 2009 season.
Owner: | Ford Racing |
Hometown: | Detroit, MI |
Engine size & type: | 5.4-liter supercharged 4-valve, aluminum |
Transmission: | modified T-56 6-speed manual |
Performance: | top secret! |
Front suspension: | factory Ford, removed sway bar and crossbeam |
Rear suspension: | Team Z parts, 9-inch Ford housing |
Brakes: | factory Ford |
Wheels & tires: | Cobra Jet |
Paint & body: | Cobra Jet graphics |
Built by: | Ford Racing |
Vendor affiliation: | Ford |
Years owned: | 1 |
After watching an episode of Rides on TLC featuring Pure Vision's 1970 Road Runner project, car enthusiast Robert Solorzano fell in love. This inspiration justified a trip from his hometown of San Francisco, California, to Pure Vision's headquarters in Simi Valley. He put down a deposit to get in line, though the waiting list was over three years long. Robert had an idea of what he wanted them to build, but was open to changes. One day, Steve Strope, owner and founder of Pure Vision, had a vision. What if the car was built as if it lived in Europe? As if the high-end engineering and style were incorporated into the cars as they were in Ferraris? Robert was more than excited about this new theme, so the research began.
Steve wanted the car to look as authentic as possible, and part of that was making it right-hand drive. The tubular control arm conversion by AlterKation replaces the torsion-bar-style suspension with dual A-arms and gives the option of rack-and-pinion steering. Of course, the rack would have to be reversed to accommodate the column on the other side. Flaming River filled the order of the column and was able to incorporate their newest product, an electric power steering unit, where the resistance is adjustable. Some models even adjust themselves as downforce increases.
On every surface and in every corner is a touch of Euro, from the Lola race car-inspired Bonspeed wheels, to the Ferrari-like intake manifold. Throughout the car, steel was replaced with aluminum to keep with the high efficiency of the exotic supercars for a weight savings of approximately 500 pounds.
Owner: | Robert Solorzano, 30 |
Occupation: | automobile aftermarket supply |
Hometown: | San Francisco, CA |
Engine size & type: | 515-inch {{{Chrysler}}} wedge-head, all aluminum |
Transmission: | Passon Performance Chrysler 4-speed overdrive manual |
Performance: | est. {{{600}}} horsepower |
Front suspension: | modified front K-frame with coilovers |
Rear suspension: | Cestan triangulated |
Brakes: | Wilwood 13-inch rotors, 6- and 4-piston calipers |
Wheels & tires: | Bonspeed 19x9- and 19x12-inch wheels, Pirelli PZero 255/40R19 and 345/35R19 |
Paint & body: | BASF Glasurit custom Merlot pearl and off-white stripes by Gold Coast Custom Inc., Ventura, CA |
Built by: | Pure Vision, Simi Valley, CA |
Vendor affiliation: | Mopar |
Years owned: | 10 |