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Bend man arrested on abuse charges
Police say he frequented pool, seek tips from public
BEND, Ore. - A 78-year-old Bend man, arrested last month for sexually abusing a girl late last year, frequented Romaine Village Park and pool, police said Friday as they asked for anyone with information about him to contact them.
George Lewis Ellis Sr. was arrested Jan. 12 and charged with sexually abusing a female child, said Sgt. Nick Parker, adding that the incident occurred between October and December of last year.
Ellis remained held Friday at the Deschutes County Jail on $100,000 bail, facing first-degree charges of sexual abuse, sodomy and unlawful sexual penetration.
During the investigation, Parker said, investigators learned Ellis routinely frequented the Romaine Village Park and pool, although he said that was not where Ellis met or allegedly abused the victim.
Parker asked anyone with information about Ellis to contact him at 541-322-6362.

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Some of my favorite snacks :
Enviro kids crispy rice peanut butter drizzle
- sweets from the earth nanimo bars
-yoso yogurts are okay
Tofutti milk free cream cheese with any type of crackers
Zen pudding
Yves veggie cuisine has pretty good meat replacements
Dayia cheese that actually melts
Terra Nostra rice milk chocolate is to die for!
Thoughd are some really good vegan foods I have tried and have you ever been to a resterante called "kind food"?
I will get you some recipes iam just not sure where my moms recipe book is and Ian nit sure exactly how they are made sorry


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In fact, the balance of power is tilting further and further away from Los Angeles, which despite a great stadium and the league's most potent attack is looking at a stretch run getting steeper and steeper.
It failed to win for the seventh straight time Sunday in San Jose, losing, 3-2, after falling behind early and rallying to tie the match, 2-2, with goals by Landon Donovan and Edson Buddle, whose neck-and-neck scoring duel has them atop the league race as well as for the team lead. But despite Donovan's 13th goal of 2008 and Buddle's 12th, LA posted its eighth loss.
By winning over the weekend, Houston (6-4-8, 26 points) and FC Dallas (6-6-7, 25 points) jumped over the Galaxy and into second and third place, respectively, in the West. Los Angeles (6-8-5, 23 points) is in fourth place and just barely in the playoff picture as No. 8 overall, just one point in front of four, count 'em, four other teams.
And by conceding three more goals, including a 90th-minute winner to a defender, Ryan Cochrane, who had scored twice in his previous 91 MLS games, the league's most porous defense (40 goals) showed no signs of solving its problems heading into the final third of the season.
Keeper Steve Cronin let a Darren Huckerby shot slip through his hands on the second Quakes goal, and in the final minute repelled a cross, then stymied Huckerby with an excellent save, but couldn't stop the rebound.
How bad is it going for the Galaxy defense? Ponder these factoids:
* No other team has conceded even 30 goals this season. Next in line is D.C. United, with a dozen fewer at 28.
* Chicago (14), New England (18), and Houston (19) have allowed less than half as many.
* Los Angeles gave up three goals to a San Jose team dead last in league scoring, with only 12 in 18 games before kickoff.
* The team's recent signing, defender Eduardo Dominguez, looked so shaky in his debut last week, a 4-0 pasting at FC Dallas, he never got on the field against the Quakes. The first Dallas goal deflected off Dominguez into the net, and two minutes later, he lost the ball to Kenny Cooper, who swapped passes with a teammate and drilled in the second goal.
Worse of all, the Galaxy is not conceding goals solely through individual breakdowns, though certainly it suffers plenty of those. Its midfield is porous and loses too many duels, its superstars aren't taking command in dire times.
Coach Ruud Gullit returned rookie Sean Franklin to the starting lineup alongside central defender Greg Vanney, with Ante Jazic at left back and Chris Klein on the right side. San Jose attacked both flanks with two, three, and sometimes four players linking passes and interchanging positions, and not until late in the first half did Jazic and Klein get some badly needed assistance.
Yet even when help arrived, too many times Galaxy players were outhustled and outfought for knockdowns or 50-50 balls. Midfielders Ely Allen and Pete Vagenas often got a foot in to jar the ball loose, but seldom did the Galaxy gain possession to defuse the San Jose momentum.
Donovan did break free on a few of his trademark dribbles to skate past multiple challenges, and Beckham delivered his usual supply of telling crosses - including back-to-back serves that Donovan first headed off the crossbar and then into the net to cut San Jose's 2-0 lead in half - but not until more than an hour had gone by could they infuse a rhythm into the Galaxy offense. When they were needed to gain control of the match, to move the ball and bring teammates into the play and take the steam out of their opponents, they couldn't get it done.
By the time LA had clawed its way back to 2-2, it had gone to a three-man back line. Gullit took out Klein to bring on Carlos Ruiz as a third forward to supplement Alan Gordon and Buddle. After Buddle's tying goal, Gullit kept the alignment intact, believing perhaps San Jose - which had won just three of 18 games - would press for a winner and might be susceptible to a counterattack.
Gullit underestimated just how fragile his team has become. In the final minutes, with the ball at his feet deep in the San Jose defensive third, Ruiz stiff-armed an opponent and referee Abby Okulaja whistled for a foul. Ruiz protested briefly as his teammates dropped back; from the ensuing free kick, San Jose pinned the Galaxy back and eventually won a throw-in near the corner flag.
Cronin palmed out a Ramiro Corrales cross but San Jose controlled the loose ball; Huckerby shot the rebound low to the keeper's left and Cronin turned it aside but the rebound eluded three Galaxy players; Cochrane got to it first and banged it into the net.
The advent of World Cup qualifying, for which Donovan and Beckham will be summoned, casts a few dark shadows on the Galaxy's playoff chances. It has just one game, the derby with rival Chivas USA Aug. 14, before international callups commence. If Chivas wins next weekend, LA drops to fifth.
Houston, FC Dallas, and even last-place San Jose - which has three ties and a win in the last five games - are revving up; at best, Los Angeles - even with its superstars - seems stuck in second gear.


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I just got a call from the neighborhood trans shop. This guy is NOT a Bimmer specialist but they did a decent job with my old clunker and have a 2-year warranty.
The guy says he only pulled 2 codes off of the car (of course he had cleared them before calling so I don't know the #'s). Anyway, he says that he is just pulling a bad torque converter on the trans. Since it is a sealed unit he cant tell any more internally without taking it apart. He says he thinks the seal at the back of the converter went out, and that was the loud "boom that went off like a cannon" that our friend, the owner witnessed. According to him, "this is a common failure in these cars."
He is quoting $1100 to change out the TC, and then they would do further exploration for damage while the trans was apart.
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The MP3 Player That's As Big As You Need It To Be!
Pop In ANY microSD Card To Get ROCKIN' Tunes On The Go!
Oh, And Get This:
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Easy to Read LCD Display - Simple Controls On The Front!
It's EASY! It's EXPANDABLE! It's AWESOME!
All You Need Is a microSD With The Music You Want!
It's So SIMPLE!
...and that's how you know it's BRILLIANT!
Everyone out there is tryin' to push these big, bulky, limited MP3 players that do a BUNCH of stupid stuff you don't care about!
This one is the EASIEST one to use!
Just put any microSD card inside and it will load ALL the music from it. That's it.
Aren't we all tired of every little MP3 player requiring some unique software to load/modify files on? Look, MP3 manufacturers, I don't want to install more crap. I just want to listen to my music on the go.
First off: the storage capacity is COMPLETELY up to you!
Instead of coming with a set size that means you're limited to what THEY thought you needed, it functions off any microSD card up to 32GB!
Only need a couple gigs of tunes? Use a smaller one!
But if you wanna bring your WHOLE library of music - you can pack in a gigantic card!
Freedom to hold ALL your music. Freedom to bring it ALL with you!
It DOES come with one extra thing though: FREE EARBUDS! But who can complain about free stuff?!
A size like this ACTUALLY means portable!
Remember when that was the goal? Now, MP3 players are playing movies and video games on them... which means they have to be HUUUUGE!
If your MP3 player can't fit in your pocket or clip on your clothes, you can't ACTUALLY use it on the go.
This one is PERFECT for exercising, taking walks, listening on the bus, in the car, even in your home! No unnecessary bulk!
Speaking of no bulk... this thing operates off an internal rechargeable battery!
Just plug it into any USB charger or port and it'll power up. That means it's LIGHTWEIGHT! I know I'm repeating myself but it really is the first ACTUALLY portable MP3 player I've seen in the last 5-6 years!
It Even WORKS AS A CARD READER/FLASH DRIVE!
This is so cool. You know how you never have a flash drive or card reader when ya need one?
Since you'll definitely NEVER be without this bad boy, it doubles as a flash drive/card reader that you can use whenever you want!
You don't have to store just music on this! While it can't PLAY videos/text files/photos, you CAN bring them anywhere you want with the microSD card inside! Then you can just hook the MP3 player up via the USB cable and transfer those files to any PC!
Talk about VERSATILITY!
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This clip-on MP3 player is the ultra-compact music player you've been looking for! With intuitive controls and an easy-to-read LCD display, you'll be jammin' to tunes in minutes! Just charge it up via any USB port and insert a microSD card with the music you'd like to listen to!
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- Plays MP3 and WMA files
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- Built-in lithium battery
System Requirements
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- USB port for charging


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What does the Second Amendment say about guns?
Here is the exact language of the Second Amendment word for word:
The first ten amendments to the U. S. Constitution are known as the Bill of Rights. You've read about the First Amendment (freedom of speech, religion, etc.) on this site many times.
But what do you know about the Second Amendment? Passed in 1791, it has been the subject of debate for over 200 years. The argument has been over it's exact meaning: whether it applies to just militias or to individuals.
In 2008, the U. S. Supreme Court ruled on the issue. In District of Columbia v. Heller,* the court struck down a handgun ban in Washington, D. C. Stating that the Second Amendment applies to both militias and individuals, the ruling established one's right to keep a handgun at home for self-defense.
Then in 2010, the Court ruled that Chicago's ban on handguns violated the Second Amendment.** This decision applied the Heller ruling to the states. (Heller only applied to Washington, D.C.).
In June, 2015, the Supreme Court let stand a city law in San Francisco that requires gun owners to either keep their guns locked up or secured (trigger lock) when stored at home.***
This doesn't mean that there are no limits on gun sales or who may possess a weapon. Justice Antonin Scalia commented in Heller that some restrictions might pass Second Amendment muster, including "the possession of firearms by felons and the mentally ill, or laws forbidding the carrying of firearms in sensitive places such as schools and government buildings, or laws imposing conditions and qualifications on the commercial sale of arms."
Federal Gun Laws
Under Federal law, there is no waiting period for gun purchases. Although background checks are in place, they don't apply to all purchases at gun shows. Under the Brady Act, licensed firearms dealers are required to check the buyer's background with the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) before transferring any firearm. Non-licensees aren't required to conduct the NICS check and make up a percent of sales at gun shows. Some states have stricter laws than what the federal laws require. A few states, for example, always require a background check and a waiting period for the purchase of certain firearms. Most states follow the federal guidelines.
For more about gun laws and a helpful U.S. map, see:
Upfront Magazine 2/21/2011
*District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U.S. 570, 128 S.Ct.2783 (2008)
**McDonald v. Chicago, 130 S.Ct. 3020 (2010)
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Java Fern Maximum Growth Size?
I'm planning on adding some Java fern to my 125G for the first time and was wondering what your experiences have been with the maximum height / width growth of Java fern. I'm going to be putting in some standard, Windelov, and narrow leaf varieties to see how they all look. I'm not so concerned about them getting too big for the tank as I am in planting them in the proper locations to begin with. Thanks! :)
my standard java fern is about 8 inches tall and 1.5 inches wide at the widest point. i have no experience with windelov or narrow, though narrow gets about the same size except half as wide. A word of warning: even though they are said to be "slow growing", each week i have to harvest about 1/8 pound of baby plantlets (and i dont have that much in the tank). i have some babies on wood, and in a month they were half as big as the parents. :icon_bigg good luck
Java ferns can get VERY large. But it takes a very long time. Mine are about as big as thanks, but they do not throw out as many babies. I wouldnt worry to much about them getting huge!
Heheh Buck, I was sort of hoping that they would get huge myself. I've got plenty of room for them :)
Yes you do Travis but be careful what you wish for... it may come true. :icon_roll
12" and 3" wide?! AWESOME :hihi: :hihi: well then they still have quite a road ahead of them...
i planted babies on a driftwood, and they grow for a while then stop. Then a new leaf or two comes from the rhizome, grows a bit higher than the first, and then stops. this process repeats, and so i have a really really dense bunch of java fern... is it ok to just prune away the smaller leaves every week, and leave the bigger ones? otherwise its a lot of fern :cool:
This only applies to well lit tanks...low light ferns are different.
The trick to making nice ferns is to leave only the "healthiest" growth... with the javas you can immediately tell which leaves are being sustained the best. Do not be shy with the scissors... when you see an "abnormal" leaf come out... cut it. When you see a leaf come out that is not the right color, cut it...what this does is leave the rhyzome to only put energy into the new and "good" growth and not waste energy trying to sustain a plant that is whacked.
You also dont want them growing too many new leafs at once , again , this is wasted energy... ferns need to be trained to what you want or they can get ugly... :wink:
I stopped my leafs at that size... I wonder what they could really do... ???
I sell some that are 25" tall and have 3" - 5" wide leaves. They can get enourmous, but it takes a long, long time.
I started with a piece about as big as my little finger. In my fast 55 gallon tank it took about 9 months to fill about 1/3 of the tank. It was not quite up to the top of the tank but it did fill the tank front to back and almost 1/3 the length.
saw some windelov in a store today that was easily 8-10" tall with about 15-25 leaves per rhizome... i couldn't tell you how much bigger windelov gets, but there's a starting point.
Sounds like this could get pretty interesting :wink: Thanks guys. And Happy New Year!
happy new year! I had no idea java fern can get so big... :icon_bigg
how long will it take in a 3.5 wpg tank, w/ lots of nutrients?
i bet ill find out faster! :tongue:
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Mast wiring strain relief
I am planning on taking Lily's mast down this winter, and re-wiring it, and getting the various lights working. There is an anchor light, steaming light, deck light and VHF antenna wire. I'm not worried about the actual wiring, but about strain relief, that is the thought of 35 feet of wiring hanging from a crimp connection for the next 5 - 10 years. I am thinking of getting some tubular webbing, and wire-tieing the harness to the webbing, then bolting or riveting the webbing to the mast top and bottom, hopefully with enough tension to keep the wires from slapping. My original thought was to use the long zip tie spider method to prevent slap, but I've got internal halyards and I'm not 100% sure that would work. Any thoughts, suggestions or cautions are welcome.
Thanks in advance.
All those ideas sound very engineering/logical to me Lou
Taking off the strain! wonderful that you can get her down and do it right
I'll let some of the other guys get more technical
take care
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Be careful friend. Don't make the wires too tight in warmer weather. On a very cold day, they will be tighter still, perhaps too tight. Leave plenty of slack.
Re: Mast wiring strain relief
Thanks for the advice and encouragement. I was planning on generous "slack loops" , just in case I did need to make repair, I'd hate to get to the top of the mast and find out the wire was 1/4 inch too short!
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The only problem with tieing themn together is if you have to work on one of them while the mast is up. I suggest you find a way to run the wires through a pvc conduit which you have attached in the mast.
It is a perfect time to also put a junction box in if you havent already so in the future when the mast comes down, everythi8ng is a quick disconnect.
Also use this time to run at least one or two messanger wires down the conduit permanently for future use.
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I thought about a conduit,but three things stop me, 1) doesn't address strain, 2) I don' t want to drill too many holes in the mast, 3) can' t figure out how to get the steaming/deck light wires out of the middle of the conduit to the fixtures.
The mast is deck stepped,current system is 3Dri-Plugs, deck,steaming and instrument,and the vhf coax and anchor wire through compression post and exiting in the bilge. I don't like the wires in the bilge at all. Since the mast will not be coming down that often, I'm not sure the Dri-Plugs are necessary. I'm thinking of a cable clam or similar for the through deck, a junction box in the cabin for the light wires, and a direct run for the vhf to the radio. Currently there are no instruments. I am thinking of Tacktick wireless wind instru ments, but that isn't in the budget until 2014 or 15. I will run couple of spare wires for repairs/ additions. I have this crazy hope, that supported wires, to proper connections,LED bulbs and lots of dielectric grease will hold off problems.
Thanks for making me think.
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I run the wires through this and then to a terminal block nearby inside the boat.
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My keel stepped mast is 47' high. The electrical cables run through conduit from the base to the top of the mast. The only strain relief for the electrical cables is where they exit the mast. It's been that way for 26 years, and still works.
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We dont have any strain releif except at the mast head where it is cale tied. The conduit will prevent it from swinging thus reducing the swing and therefore the strain.
Re: Mast wiring strain relief
The PVC pipe conduit that Chef2sail recommends is a great idea. I did the same on my boat when I pulled the mast. I have internal halyards and the PVC conduit was the best way to organize the inside of the mast. To relieve stress on the wires, I pulled them up at the top of the mast and passed them through a clear plastic hose filled with polysulfide. This piece of hose is clamped and holds the weight of the wires, not the wires themselves. The junction box is also a good idea if you ever want to pull the mast again. It also allows you to get your voltmeter on the wires to troubleshoot. If you go with all LED lighting up the mast you can go with much thinner wire. Don't forget to change your fuses or breakers to the appropriate size for the new LED bulbs.
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Man, identified on back as John Garrett, standing in front of Summit House on Pikes Peak holding fireworks. Photo identified on back as "John Garrett at Summit House – probably in 20's. AdAmAn fireworks to be set off New Year's Eve." Stamp on back reads "Made by H.L. Standley Photographer, Colorado Springs, Colo." Photocopied paper inserted with photo reads "AdAmAn Club New Year's Eve Dec. 31 1925. Taken by the light of a 50,000 candle power flare. Three rockets are in my hand and the 125th steel morter, used for shooting the big night shells, stands under the triangle of rocket sticks. The strong wind had blown all the snow off where I stood. Very little snow on "top" this year. Generally blows a gale, but little wind and fine moonlight and only 3 below zero this trip. Jno W.G. Had seen 32 degrees below."
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Corn, the preferred staple crop in many countries, requires large amounts of nitrogen for its growth. Usually fertilizer is necessary to sustain good yields. A Penn State graduate student, Ylva Besmer, is trying to find ways to improve corn yield for subsistence farmers in Zimbabwe without fertilizer.
"The government of Zimbabwe no longer provides a subsidy for fertilizer, resulting in significantly lower corn yields" says Besmer, a doctoral candidate in ecology. "The old-fashion use of legumes (members of the bean family) in crop rotations may prove to be a solution to this problem because of their ability to fix nitrogen and, thus, provide nitrogen for subsequently grown corn. We have shown in Zimbabwe, however, that legume growth and nitrogen fixation can be limited by the availability of phosphorus in the soil."
In order to improve nitrogen fixation in legumes, somehow phosphorus availability has to be increased.
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Cal Patch, author of the popular Design-It-Yourself Clothes: Patternmaking Simplified, is about to release a month-long dive into the world of pattern drafting, and designing and sewing your own clothes.
Starting April 1, Cal will teach a four-week course on Creativebug to help you learn the basics of pattern drafting. By the end you'll be able to design your own wardrobe— dresses, tunics, shirts, and skirts— from scratch, using just your own measurements, pencil and paper. Create master patterns tailored just for you, with all of the knowledge you need to stylize the patterns as you please. By mixing and matching all sorts of design elements, like length, flare, collars, pockets, and sleeves, you can create a whole closetful of handmade clothing from just a few pattern pieces!
Here's an exclusive excerpt for Sew Mama Sew readers with Cal sharing her sewing philosophy:
Cal has a background in formal fashion design and has worked as a designer for companies like Urban Outfitters and GAP. Through the class you'll get weekly live chats, downloadable materials and lots of step-by-step instruction. Creativebug subscribers get full access to the class and subscriptions are just $9.95 a month!
Sign up for Cal's class here. Creativebug is also offering Sew Mama Sew readers TWO chances to win a 3-month subscription, which gives you access to all of Cal's classes plus any other Creativebug class! Just tell us a sewing skill you've always wanted to learn in the comments and we'll select TWO winners next week.
For more, check out the class preview:
Here's how the class will progress each week. We're so excited about the possibilities here!:
Week One: How to Make a Master Dress Pattern
- How to take measurements for drafting a dress, tunic, or shirt pattern
- How to transform those measurements into a master pattern piece
- How to draft sleeve and collar pattern pieces
- How to label your pattern pieces
Week Two: Make a Muslin, Adjust Fit and Sew
- How to make a test garment
- How to make fit adjustments
- How to transfer adjustments to your pattern piece
- How to sew darts
- How to sew and finish your garment
Week Three: A-Line Skirts and Customizing Garments
- How to draft and sew an A-line skirt
- Ideas for customizing garments
- How to slash and spread a pattern to add flare
- How to add cutaway pockets, inset pockets, and patch pockets
- How to add a waistband
- How to make a gathered interior yoke seam
- How to add elastic
Week Four: Make a Pattern From an Existing Garment
- How to use an existing garment to create a pattern
- Various ways to transfer pattern marks
- How to select the best fabric for making clothing
Learn more about Cal's class at Creativebug!
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Would love to learn pattern drafting.
I would love to learn to draft my own patterns!
FMQ, and anything about sewing garments! Thanks for the chance to win!
I've always wanted to know how to grade patterns. I'd love to learn to properly to a full bust adjustment. I'd like to know the proper way to make pattern from n existing garment without cutting it up! I want to learn pretty much anything and everything!
Hi! I had been an avid fan of Sew Mama Sew since I picked up my new sewing hobby one year ago; you're kinda my walking sewing encyclopedia ;).
I'd love to win this chance! I borrowed Cal's book on pattern drafting before from library and I was in love. But sadly didnt manage to read all and tried. Hence I'd love love love to follow this video courses!
I'd like to learn on pattern drafting from scratch and learn how to modify the styles from basic template (like different sleeves, different skirt model, collar, closures, pockets, fabric combination etc).
I'd been wanting to be able to create clothing which fits well & comfortable and still look good 🙂
Making a pattern from an existing garment without taking it apart. especially knit shirts.
OOOH! "Fancy" tops with jeans and other comfortable pants…thank you.
I would like to learn to sew clothes for my body type. Like many women, not all my parts fit a standard form. Specifically, I'd like to learn how to adjust patterns to accommodate a full bust. I wear a size 8 (but my bust wears a 12-14). Most of the clothes that fit my bust swallow the rest of me unless they are spandex/modal. I'd love to learn how to sew tailored clothes that actually fit me.
bust adjustments
Week 4 of this class sounds intriguing… a favourite dress of mine is on its last legs and I would love to learn how to recreate it!
I've always wanted to master fitting a dress – i have a sway back and would like to be able to make that fitting adjustment.
i'm dying to know how to use my serger to it's fullest potential!
To make a tshirt that fit comfortably.
have always wanted to learn how to correctly change how sleeves are set in and to properly make bound buttonholes
I would love to help my daughter's fashion club at school by passing on my knowledge. Learning pattern making would give me the confidence to do that!
I've always wanted to learn how to draft sleeve caps and trousers. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
I would love to learn pattern drafting.
I wanted to learn to sew so that I could make my own clothes, but all of the classes I found were for quilting. I started quilting and live that, but still very much want to learn more about garment construction. Infact tonight, I am taking a duct tape dress form class with a friend.
I'd like to learn how to adjust the pattern so it fits without having to make a sloper.
I'm okay at copying kids clothes, but I'd really love to learn more about sewing clothes for myself.
I would love to learn how to draft patterns. I love making garments from my own design but sometimes I feel like the fit is a bit off unless I endlessly tailor. I would love a chance to try this course. thanks
I like to get better at not only fitting clothes to my body but also learning to pick styles that suit my body.
I've always wanted to learn how to take a pattern off of an existing piece of clothing without cutting it up. I mean, I kind of fudge it and get it done, but I would like to know how to do it the right way.
I have always wanted to learn to grade patterns and create patterns from already made clothes.
I would love to learn more about collars!!
I would love to learn how to sew clothes that fit!
I would like to learn to change the collar/neckline options on patterns. Thanks for the chance to win!
I would like to be able to make a pattern for an existing garment of my child's and then make it in a size that is larger (or smaller).
I would love to learn how to draft my own pattern to be take my wardrobe to the next level and make it mine even more!
I've always wanted to learn to recreate and alter already made pieces. I'm also interested in learning to grade patterns.
I would love to be able to draft patterns I actually want to wear which means less flowy and more tailored than my current skill level.
i'd love to learn how to add/move/alter darts and how to grade patterns to different sizes. what a cool giveaway, thank you!!
I'd love to learn how to make my own patterns..!
I'd love to learn how to make fresh patterns of clothes I love and have begun falling apart.
I am *ahem* large chested and constantly have trouble finding well fitting tops that aren't super bulky or stripper tight. I would like to learn all about darts; how to use darts to have a better fitting top 🙂 Oh! and also, how to insert hidden (in-seam) pockets into skirts and dresses.
I always struggle with a FBA. If it isn't a princess seam I cannot 'Make it work'. I have several books on this subject but I am more of a 'follow the leader' and would love to be able to watch and learn at the same time.
I would love to learn proper pattern drafting from scratch. I've taught myself a wonky version but end up with wonky garments! I find shaping a piece of fabric to fit any shape of body fascinating and would love to master that. No more baggy garments but properly fitting garments.
I am spending this year learning about how to adapt patterns to get a great fit, I would love to learn more about shaping and darts!
I've always wanted to learn how to alter a pattern so it would fit me better! So I guess that goes along what will be taught in the class! Also, I'd love to learn how to alter a ready-to-wear clothing so it can fit me perfectly!
I would love to learn more about slash and spread modifications to patterns to add body and shapings. 😀
I would love to learn pattern drafting!
I have always wanted to learn how to do alterations and make clothes fit better.
I would love to learn to draft my own patterns!
I would love this class! I would really like to know how to translate pattern blocks into actual patterns! Thanks for the giveaway!
i am new to crafting in general and am currently trying to teach myself how to sew/quilt, so i need all the help i can get!! i haven't tried zippers yet because i am intimidated, but just yesterday made my first buttonhole!!! that was exciting!
I would love to learn how to custom fit clothing.
I would love to learn how to sew welt pockets better.
I have always wanted to learn how to draft clothing patterns. This looks like such a great class!
I would learn to create a mix of my favourite patterns (for example, a Coco dress with the pocket of the Louisa dress). Can you help me?
I've wanted to learn pattern rubbing.
my mother would see fashion in the newspaper department store ads & make her own! I was amazed then & remain so today!sadly, I did not inherit that gene:( so to learn how to draft my own pattern would be a lifelong dream come true! thx for an opportunity to enter!
Definitely drafting patterns.
Proper tailoring is something that I've never been brave enough to try myself but always wanted to. One day maybe! This class looks great 🙂
Alterations are where I need the most work!
I would learn to create a mix of my favourite patterns, for example a Coco dress by Tilly&thebuttons with the pocket of a Louisa dress by Compagnie-m. Can you help me? 😉
I would love to learn more about sewing clothes! I've made lots of quilts, have made several bags, and now that I have two young daughters, I've begun trying to make clothes for them. The next logical step is making clothes for myself!
I'd love to be able to draft patterns based on a couple of pieces I already own. They are not the typical lay down and draw around them construction, but if I take them apart, I will not be able to reconstruct them (serged knits).
I would love to learn draping
I'd love to learn pattern drafting.
Well, of course the skill I'd like to learn most is drafting 🙂
I would like to learn how to make and fit pants with zippers.
So many things… fitting and drafting are right up there. But maybe hand-sewn buttonholes: my great-grandfather was a tailor and his buttonholes are the stuff of family legend – I always imagine him frowning at me from the great beyond when I'm machining buttonholes!
I love to sew – and my favorite things to make are for the kids in my family. Ready made patterns always need to be tweaked and adjusted to fit , and sometimes it takes a couple of attempts before I get it right. I would love to have pattern drafting knowledge, to help me get the proper fit on the first try.
I would love to learn to draft and make my own patterns! Mostly, I want to be able to construct the perfect pair of pants for myself and the hubby! Especially the hubs; he's 6'5″ and I have to do all his shopping online since stores don't carry 33×36 in house, so I either have to tailor if he needs something immediately, or order online and wait for it to arrive and hope it fits.
Thank you for the lovely giveaway – I have just started to make clothes (it's a bit scary!) after few years making soft toys and all sort of bags, crafts, etc – being able to create patterns from my favorite garments would be amazing – other things I would be interested as a novice dressmaker are how to alter shop bought patterns to suit your body shape and a 4 week course about making simple, useful children's clothes
I have been searching for a class like this for so long. I attended a few flat pattern cutting classes but as I have a long term illness I have been trying to teach myself at home with the Winifred Aldrich book. I am struggling on my own and this class will be great as I can watch at my leisure & fit it in around my bad days when my pain levels get the better of me. Sewing wise, I have alot to learn too with adding facings, zips & sleeves needing some helpful guidance. I look forward to what looks like an informative course 🙂
Pattern drafting has been on my "want to learn to do" for awhile now! Also, altering clothes and patterns to fit my petite (5'0″), but curvy frame. Oh…and how to make pants that fit me well.
Thanks so much! 🙂
I make clothes for my kids, but not very well! I need to learn how to draft patterns for them and myself to make decent clothes. Finances are really tight, so this would help a huge amount. Great giveaway! Thank you!
I would love to learn tailoring and designing. I took an adult ed class a few years back on the weekends, but the teacher was too used to teaching at a university. Too much info in too short time period. And if you didn't get everything the first time she said it – well too bad for you. Would love to take another go at it. Thanks!
I would love to use the knowledge to make clothes for my teens too! So hard to find appropriate clothes for teens in my part of the world (bottom of world, middle of nowhere, back of beyond – take your pick!)
I sew lots for my daughters and myself would love to be able to draft my own patterns…oh the money i would save not having to buy patterns anymore!
I'd love to learn how to make a pattern from an existing garment. I have favorite shirts so worn I can't wear them anywhere but also can't part with them. This is exactly what I needed!
I would love to learn how to draft patterns and how to grade them!
I always wanted to learn pattern drafting, but it always seemed so daunting. I'm excited about these online courses!
I would love to learn how to draft my own patterns, and how to grade them in different sizes.
I'd love to get better at fitting/tailoring.
Would love to learn pattern drafting, I have been on a waiting list to take a class offered at my local college for pattern drafting, 2 years and counting!
I would love to learn how to sew my own clothes. I attempted my first t-shirt pattern this weekend sewn from a knit fabric and it turned out great. I need to learn more!
I have always wanted to learn how to make something that actually fits my body shape.
I've had so many ideas lately but I'm not sure how to put them together! What a great opportunity to learn.
This could be an answer to a prayer. I am interested in sewing for a young friend with Jeunes Syndrome, a type of dwarfism. Needless to say, she isn't your ordinary 3 year old…. she's extraordinary and deserves clothes that fit. Whether it's a princess dress, a cowboy skirt, or camo pants and a jacket… they all require some modifications that I hope I can put into use by taking this class.
I would love to learn how to copy a garment. Looks like a great class!
Oh my goodness! I have been wanting to learn pattern drafting. What a great give away!
I know how to draft patterns through draping, but have been wanting to learn "flat pattern" as they called it when I was in school. 🙂 I am just getting back in to sewing clothes for me and find the fit needs to be adjusted most of the time. I'd love to learn more about that as well!
I have always wanted to learn how to draft patterns, it looks like magic!
I would love to know how to adjust an armscye, or draft a sleeve for a sleeveless garment…seems impossible!
I have always wanted to learn how to tailor garments to myself, particularly darts and linings.
Would love to be able to make custom suit coats and pants for my daughter and myself.
When I was growing up, my Mom's next door neighbor had a sewing shop in her basement – She taught classes for the neighborhood, and she taught me how to alter ready-made patterns to fit my then beanpole shape. I still remember how to do those basic alterations (although my shape is a lot less beanpole and a lot more squash), but I would love to learn how to draft my clothes patterns from scratch. It's something I've always been interested in. Thank you for the lovely giveaway!
I would love to learn pattern making, especially making a pattern based on existing garments.
I would love to learn how to make a pattern from an existing garment.
Have been learning bits and pieces of drafting patterns, but would love to learn from Cal – sounds very comprehensive!
how to alter existing clothing and how to draft my own patterns
I've made clothes for myself before but never been 100% happy with the results so being able to draft patterns is the skill I would love to learn. I can quilt and make bags etc but clothes are a bit scary! thanks for the chance
This class sounds perfect – I've been wanting to learn how to make my own patterns based on my own measurements and preferences.
I want to learn how to make and alter clothing. These classes would sound intense, but really good!
I am very long waisted and need help with how to adjust patterns to fit my figure. It would be exciting to learn how to draft my own pattern!
If I could make my own bras, that would be excellent!
I would love to be able to make clothes that fit me. I sew childrens clothing all the time including re drafting for better sizing for them but just can't sew for myself. I'd love to be able to size up or down a pattern.
Altering clothes off the rack and sewing pants that actually fit.
So far, I've only sewn scarves and skirts for myself. I'd love to make a shirt — attaching arms seems so daunting!
I've tried with varying success to alter patterns to fit my body, that would be a great skill to have.
Well fitted clothes making and designing!
I'd like to learn pattern drafting – I always have fit issues with commercial patterns, and it might be easier just to draw up the patterns myself
I want to learn how to alter to fit the broad shoulders, long arms, & sloping backside!
I love making clothes and I would love some new information on making finer garments.
Pattern drafting is high on my list of sewing skills to learn. Fitting pants is another, I can't believe I haven't heard of Creativebug before – what an awesome site!
would love to learn how to alter clothes for myself!
I want to learn how to sew lingerie. Pretty things that fit well and make me feel pretty too. And don't break the bank! Ready-made underthings are just so expensive.
I would love to learn how to grade patterns. Thanks!
I want to learn how to modify patterns and create patterns that "work" on my petite figure!
Hi Cal Patch,
I'm a big girl and always have been. Now that I am retired clothing for big girls which is nice and smart is impossible to find even on a pension. I have wanted to learn how to sew and make a skirt for myself from start to finish for more years than I can remember. I have purchased some skirt patterns for my size and some fabric but it sits in a cupboard. Yet I have never found anyone willing to help me with my problem. I can no longer get down on the ground as I now have metal knees due to two total knee replacements. Even last week my best friend came to town and visited me and we were discussing sewing skirts and she glad me a beuatiful book, Reader's Digest New Complete guide to sewing. A step by step Technique for Making clothes and Home Accessories. We only inspired me even further too keep my dream alive.
I have invested in a good sewing machine a pfaff quilters expression 4.0 and also have purchased a horn sewing and cutting table. With my dream in mind I have learnt to sew a straight line and a 1/4 inch seam. I have learnt a few things about thread and needles and love to make quilts, placemats, cushions with button holes and to do some hand sewing.
Now only I would love to win the opportunity to have classes and learn to finally make my skirt!!! If I don't win my dream won't be crushed just put on hold again until it's the right time or another opportunity presents itself to me again. Finger crossed Julie.
I would actually love to learn pattern drafting! And one day in the future also to make lingerie.
So many skills I want to learn! Smocking is a new one. How to create my own bodice block and then work out from there. My zipper insertion needs work. How to adjust a pants pattern to fit me. The list goes on!
I would love to learn pattern drafting and tailoring, being a busty lady with a slim waist has always been a problem for me so to learn how to create a pattern that would fit me, would be an amazing thing!
It's very liberating to make your own clothes, but being able to draft your own patterns as well, that would be amazing!
I would love to be able to draught my own patterns. Hopefully it would mean an end to the frustration when shop bought patterns just don't fit!!
I'd love to learn more about altering knits!
I want to learn tailoring.
This sounds great – I'd love to learn how to make my own clothes that actually FIT!
I would really love to learn how to make and fit pants and tops. I would love to be able to make well fitting clothes for my kids, husband, friends, etc!
I'd really like to learn finishing techniques that look more professional and how to adjust /alter patterns to fit me better.
I dream of making myself a perfect lace pencil skirt with a gros grain waist and visible zipper in the back!
I'd love to learn how to taylor clothing. I can make simple garments, but would like to learn classic tayloring techniques.
Actually, one of the skills I most want to learn is pattern drafting. I have Cal's book, but have yet to use it–maybe the class would be the jumpstart I need!
I've been wanting to take a free motion quilting class forever. Pattern design also interests me. Thanks for the giveaway!
This is amazing! I really want to learn to sew my own clothes because this Western woman doesn't fit petite Japanese women's clothing!
I bought Cal's books a year or 2 ago. I love her book, but have never made anything that I drafted myself – for myself. I recently lost 20 pounds, and I want to make some clothes to fit my new shape! I'd love to take this class. Thanks!
I've been wanting to learn pattern drafting and how to alter patterns to fit me well.
I would love to learn draping!
I've sewn clothes for my kids but would love to learn to sew clothes for myself!
I want to be able to alter my clothing.
Ive been wanting to learn pattern drafting! Or tailoring!
I was actually looking up pattern drafting courses on the web yesterday, so this would be perfect!! I'd love to learn how!!
I want to sew long pants and bras.
How strange…the skill I've always wanted to learn is pattern drafting! I'd hope it would help me understand fitting and commercial patterns better, and be able to make my clothes suit me perfectly.
I am trying to get over my fear of knits. I have a 19 month old son, max, who I want to make t-shirts and clothes for for as long he will want to wear them. 🙂
I'd love to learn how to draft a pattern and grade it into different sizes!!!
I want to learn how to make a pair of pants for myself that fits.
I would love to learn Cal's pattern drafting method so I can fit and alter commercial patterns better!
I've always wanted to know how to make clothes, so this would be great! Thanks for the chance to win.
They are really fun to make! I hope you will be able to make one someday!
I would love to learn the skill of zippers in a purse better. I have only done it once so I would love to start trying that out!
I am new at sewing clothing and I like the idea,I notice the sizes seem to have changed since I first sewed some simple things in HS,some near 50 yrs ago!
I'd love to refresh my pattern alteration skills, it's been a long time since I've designed my own clothes.
I'd love to refresh my pattern alteration skills 🙂
I would love to know how to make clothes that fit me just right in all the right places. So drafting my own patterns from my measurements would be so helpful. I hardly ever buy clothes because I'm so fussy with how they fit, look and feel, but don't have the confidence to make my own yet. Thanks for the opportunity to enter, Sew Mama Sew!
I would love to make a dress for mysel!
That sounds great–I've been trying to teach myself how to draft patterns on and off for years, with little success.
I would love to learn tulip sleeves!!
would love to learn how to design patterns and how to alter patterns to fit me.
I would love to learn smocking.
I have always wanted to learn to draft my own patterns as nothing ever fits me out of the envelope, so this would be the perfect class for me!
Being able to make fit adjustments (especially a FBA) would make a big difference to my sewing confidence
Adjusting for bust and hips
I have always wanted to learn about drafting a wardrobe from scratch for myself. Thank you for the opportunity!
I want to learn all I can about designing for myself.
There are so many things I want to learn, but most of all I would love to be able to make clothes that fit me properly.
I would love to be able to adjust patterns to my actual body curves.
Sleeves are my bug bear, I can make skirts ok but tops don't work out so well for me.
I've always wanted to learn how to adjust a pattern to my measurements.
I started sewing my own clothes in the late 60s …I am a petite person and there weren't petite clothes like there are now. Over the years I got away from garment sewing, but seem to be slowly going back that way lately. I would love to learn more about "a good fit", and altering in the correct places instead of just from those "lines" on patterns……
I would love to learn to make clothes that actually fit.
Thank you for the chance to win.
I've recently lost enough weight that most of my clothes are too big/sloppy looking, so I'd love to learn to take in a few of my fav things to be able to wear them again and to learn to sew my own tops/dresses and some for my DD who also lost weight!
Pattern drafting and alterations!
I've always wanted to learn how to make my own sloper. I hope this course will teach me!
i'd like to learn how to properly take in a shirt for my tiny waist so it looks even. Taking in just at the seams does not always look right. Maybe some darts in back?
I've wanted to learn how to create my own fitted patterns – i.e. I see something I like and I can make my own interpretation of it.
Pattern drafting is absolutely the thing I would like to learn most! My dress-making skills will continue to suffer until I can figure out better fit.
I have an amazing, boutique hoodie that I've about worn to death. I want to learn to use it to make a similar one.
Wow – what a great class, and what a great prize!
I'd love to learn how to perfect the fit of things I make so that I don't feel squeezed in and unable to move, or that I have left too much ease and I am not flattering my shape. So this class is right up my street – thanks for the opportunity to win the subscription.
Good luck everyone!
Drafting is a skill I've wanted to learn for a very long time, but I'm not a "teach myself" kind of person, nor do I have the time or resources to take a live course. This could be awesome! I hope I win…
I'd love to learn how to sew perfect fitting pants.
I'd really like to learn to draft my own patterns. I've bought two pattern drafting books, looked through both of them, and put them back on the shelf. I haven't quite managed to take the plunge yet!
I want to learn to make adjustments on my own clothes. I make just about all my daughters' clothes and the always look well put together, and I just want the same for me.
I have wide shoulders, and a curvy figure… I'd love to learn how to really fit and customize a pattern! I've been doing more reading, but a course would really help me take the plunge! Thanks for the info and the opportunity!
I hate buying clothes since nothing fits properly. You can alter patterns, but to be able to draft my own good-fitting patterns from the start would be awesome.
I want to learn how to make patterns from existing garments so when favorite garments wear out it doesn't mean goodbye forever!
I'd love to learn how to draft and make pants that fit!!
I've always wanted to learn how to make blouses for myself.
I would love to learn more about sewing foundation garments and I think learning the correct way to draft my own patterns and transfer pattern adjustments would be very helpful in my foundation garment sewing!
I would love to learn to sew clothing for myself, I'm always at the bigger end of patterns and don't feel comfortable altering them to fit.
Pattern drafting is the next skill I want to learn! I feel like I am ready for the next step in creating my own clothes.
The skill I'd really like to learn is to adjust a pattern to fit me perfectly so I don't have trousers that fit me on the hips but not at the waist or tops too tight around my chest!
I would love to add to my drafting skills with this class! One thing I want to learn is how to grade a pattern to fit other sizes. After I make a pattern for myself, I'd like to be able to size it and share it!
I would love to learn how to make a few fit adjustments, especially being rather petite, only 5'0″!
I would love to learn how to make the patterns of my clothes and adjust it correctly on my body. I've tried it for years following books but I feel that my clothes are always holding my movements and I don't know how to fix it. I would love to have these classes.
Installing bias binding. I always make a mess of it!
This is great! I have one of Cal's books about drafting, but haven't had the courage to take the plunge on my own. The class would be an amazing boost.
Besides self-drafting, I've always wanted to learn how to make a great front placket. How do you choose the right interfacing? What's the best method for spacing button? What's the best way to match patterns across the shirt front, especially if you have a separate placket? My attempts thus far just haven't worked out…
I'd love to get better at garment sewing & designing. I'm still at the stage where my stuff looks home-made, but I know I'll improve with more practice.
I have always wanted to make my own pattern from an article of clothing I've seen in a store. I buy patterns and try to adjust them to my ideas but it seldom works.
Buttonholes. I've been sewing forever (though I'm just now re-embracing garments now that gravity is affecting my shape) and I've never been able to create a GOOD buttonhole. I've created functional buttonholes, but they sure weren't anything to write home about.
I would love to learn to draft patterns and better my sewing
I'd love to learn how to make smart adjustments to my garments so that they fit better
I would like to learn pattern making and free-motion machine quilting.
I have always wanted to learn to draft/scale my own patterns. I have a few ideas waiting.
Ooh, exciting giveaway! I would love to finally be able to figure out how to do invisible hems on a machine. It's one thing I've never been able to figure out. Lack of skill + lack of patience = far more garments in my closet that're just straight sewn across the bottom because arghI'msickofsewingIwanttowearitnow!
I'd also love to learn how to hand sew. I really don't know how. I just throw stitches wherever I think they're needed. Under all of my waist facings? Sheer ugliness.
Thank you so much for the chance to win, and for your amazing blog!
I would love to learn more about fit. If I'm sewing for myself, things should fit better than rtw and that's not always the case. thanks for the chance!
I want to learn how to make clothes fit. I've tried several patterns & I want to learn how to adjust them for regular people sizing,
I have always wanted to learn how to sew a jacket.
I really need to learn how to manipulate a muslin to fix all the issues I tend to have (I am rather curvy) with purchased patterns- I think I have mastered the FBA, but often I can't spot what the issue is. This class would be such a brilliant way of building my confidence! (I have Cal's book, too:))
I'd love to have the confidence to deconstruct a garment & create a pattern from it, adding in my own quirky features & creating a perfect fit. This course would be a great opportunity to explore & experiment with my creativity in fashion.
Way back when I was 12-18, I made all my own clothes. That was 44 years ago, and back then I made lined wool suit jackets and shirts, etc. We wore skirts and dresses to school along with nylons held up with garter belts. Not sure about the good ole days 🙂 I would like some refresher courses, etc, not to mention methods and styles have changed. I would love to win. It's never too late to teach an old dog tricks!
This class looks really exciting. I would like to learn how to do measurements and make sample projects. I have never made garments before.
I've wanted to learn how to draft my own patterns. I'm almost never satisfied with the ones I can purchase, and alter them frequently, but I still stick with the same overall shape of the pattern. I haven't been brave enough to work out my own from a sloper. I've never made a sloper to begin with.
I have always wanted to know how to make clothes simply fit! It's rare that I buy a piece of clothing that fits well and is comfortable.
I would like to improve my garment making skills so this would be perfect!
I'd love to learn about drafting a pattern, making darts, invisible zippers…ahhhh, my list could go on, and on, and on! So please pick me! 🙂
Do I leave my comment here?! I would love to learn oh so much. Drafting a pattern… Revising an existing pattern.. Being able to replace a part of a dress and have it look right… This class looks awesome! 🙂
Oh my word, that is so awesome! I'm sorely tempted to take this class, even with a six week old babe!
What do I want to learn? I'd like to learn how to fit a muslin; how to make a garment that truly fits me. 🙂
I read Cal's book and it was excellent! I'm really in to patternmaking right now and would love to win this. Thanks for the giveaway!
I would love to learn how to fit pants…
Finishing techniques. Or maybe I just need to be more patient
I am planning on teaching my homeschooled teen pattern drafting and I would really love to use this class because of the structure this class can bring to our home. Would love to win this class. Thank you for the opportunity.
Funny – I was just getting books from the library to try to learn to draft my own patterns. The timing of this post seems more then a coincidence. Guess I'll be signing up!
I really want to learn how to adjust a pattern to my size. I am a new sewist, so any information is great.
I have always wanted to learn to sew purses. I have never tried it.
I would super LOVE to learn how to make my own patterns please 😀 Pretty please!
This is just what I've been looking for! So often I see the lead "Learn how to draft patterns" and then I find it's just how to alter already made patterns. I want to learn how to start from scratch!
I would love to learn to draft a shirt pattern based on my own measurements.
I'd love a chance to win, thank you! I have Cal's book and I'm totally intimidated by it. I haven't used it at all. I'd love to be less intimidated!!
I've always wanted to learn alterations.
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The legendary stage screen actress, Civil Rights leader and African American icon Ruby Dee has died at 91. According to the Daily News her death was confirmed Thursday by a family member although she died on that Wednesday evening. Latifah Salahudin, a family friend, told Daily News that, "All three kids and seven grandkids were there, surrounding her with so much love. She went peacefully from natural causes." Ruby Dee's accomplishments range from reading at the March On Washington in 1963 to acting alongside the great Sidney Poitier in "A Raisin in the Sun." This is a woman who will be truly missed and we will pray for her family.
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At Large in Ballard: You had to be there
By Peggy Sturdivant
Jim Bristow says his neighbors begged him to have another block party after his Flamenco-themed party on Summer Solstice. If you're a Ballard neighbor you absolutely know him: the neighborhood party guy. If you don't know him by name you may remember him as the Ballardite who tried to save Sunset Bowl. If you live anywhere in NW Ballard on Saturday, August 16th now you know who was having the party with amplified music.
Before the party Bristow worried about the noise potential of the bowling alleys he built on the planting strips of his east-west block. Turns out the sound of the return of "Sunset Bowl" wasn't an issue, but the classic rock and roll of 24 hr Diesel was a bit much for those who weren't dancing in the street. Sounds like 'you had to be there.'
By many accounts, all of 100-120 neighbors attending the party had a great time. Bristow brought out his Sunset Bowl collection, including actual pieces of lane, pins and balls. Kids Hula Hooped. Parents re-set the pins in the plywood alleys while their children teetered with bowling balls. Folks on their way to and from other parties heard the music and stopped to dance.
There were kids, dogs, parked Harleys, libations and tables of food. There was also an amplified rock band on a stage in front of Bristow's garage. The weather was perfect; the block party/street closure permit was in order. However there was a north wind. The music wasn't "excruciating" for those on NW 77th, but the pounding beat seemed next door for at least 20 blocks downwind.
Bristow admits that the band got a late start and probably should have wrapped it up by 10 p.m. instead of a bit later (reported end times vary between 10:30 and 11 p.m.). When the Seattle Police Department responded to a noise complaint the band was done and street clean-up was in process. "Looks like you're having fun," Bristow says the officer commented.
Bristow realizes he's a social guy, known for his 'keggers,' back in the day. As a longtime resident and family man he still loves making community happen through neighborhood parties. "Everywhere you look in Ballard nice houses are being demolished to put up those blocky things and it's all paved over. Supposedly all this building will create community, I think there's less and less community building."
As for the band, Bristow has known some of the members for over 30 years. The lead guitarist told him the "Rock and Roll Bowl" party was "probably the best gig we've ever had." For 24 hr Diesel the sound system was "just right." The band prefers block parties to playing in bars so the summer night in North Ballard was a high point.
The day after neighbors continued to bowl a little and thank Bristow for a great party. He also got an earful from a less happy neighbor, and remained blissfully unaware that the party's percussion was a major topic throughout West Ballard the next day. "Any block can apply to have a party a month," he pointed out.
It's true that since 2008 the City of Seattle's Climate Action Now (CAN) has partnered with the Department of Transportation to waive permit fees (otherwise $86) on block party and street use permits, and streamline the application process. An organization or individual on any block that's not on an arterial, home to a bus stop or includes an intersection can apply for one block party per month. The applications are generally approved within 14 days and then allow neighbors to download street closure signs and neighborhood invitations.
Climate Action Now is part of a program to make Seattle more "green" with a goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Their website suggests ways to reduce energy consumption and carbon input: at home, in the yard, getting around, through climate protection, at your business and in your neighborhood. In your neighborhood suggestions include Green Seattle Partnership, Restore our Waters, buy local, neighborhood emergency preparedness, Trees for Neighborhoods, Department of Neighborhoods, P-Patch community gardens, Community Solar and volunteer. The city CAN site doesn't mention block parties.
The free block party information is posted on the Department of Transportation page, noting that FREE Neighborhood Block Parties are part of Seattle's effort to support healthy communities. Their website states: Applicants are responsible for contacting all affected neighbors to share the details of the street closure event and for cleaning up. Their suggested invitation says, "We're having a car-free block party on…"
Which brings us back to Jim Bristow's block, the home and beneficiary of his large collection of Sunset Bowl paraphernalia. It's true that neighborhood block parties build community, reduce crime and perhaps even reduce our carbon footprint, although that seems the weakest rationale of the above, unless the block parties include information about composting, getting rid of gas lawnmowers, recycling and eliminating water pollution.
Last week's "Sunset Bowl" party may not have reduced the carbon footprint in one night but it definitely built community, although the experience was different if you were dancing in the street or trying to get your grandson to sleep. Just remember, only one free block party per month.
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I agree with Nyx for potentially using a lip liner. I really like Nyx because they seem to be of good enough quality even at a cheaper price point.
As for eyeshadow, I have an amazing red shadow from Sugarpill, called Love+. VERY vibrant (as are the rest of their colors) and highly pigmented. I use their Poison Plum and Dollipop to make purple/pink brows all the time. However, they're $12 each. IMO, worth every penny because the quality is very high and the colors last all day as long as I use a primer first.
Another option is getting one of those 88 palettes from Coastal Scents or something similar. Theirs has a red color in it and is very affordable.
Re: making dark brows bright/less dark. The things I do are either draw my brows on with white pencil (I use Nyx's retractable white eyeliner), then cover that carefully with the eyeshadow. For red, it may require a bit of extra application to look RED and not pinkish red. I do this sometimes for pink brows, but I sometimes also use the glue stick brow-covering technique so the pink really shows.
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Cala Vinas is located just a short walk away from the significantly more hectic and infamous resort of Magaluf. The area is renowned for its soothing tranquillity, and is located on the south west coast of Majorca. The resort only has a small amount of bars and restaurants but its lack of noisy establishment is part of what draws so many people here. It is home to a beach of fine white sand and clear blue waters, as well as a handful of gift shops and a supermarket. Its proximity to Magaluf is an obvious draw for anyone wishing to stay in a quiet area not too far away from the action.
The beach is accessed via steps and features a number of palm trees offering valuable shade. A number of the area's properties offer exceptional coastal views. A bus service is available, but those wishing to explore the island freely may wish to hire a car. Leading destinations like Portals Vells, Cala Falco and El Mago, can easily be reached by car and are home to a host of boats and yachts. El Mago is a popular spot for naturists, whilst the quiet, unspoiled Cala Falco is ideal for anyone wishing to sunbathe in one of the island's less hectic coastal zones. The beach is popular with snorkelers and scuba divers.
If you wish to base yourself in a quiet area without being forced to travel too far to experience something more energetic, Cala Vinas could well be the perfect Mallorcan match for you.
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The Piano Bar is one of the most talked-about and highly-rated bars in Mallorca, and is located within easy reach of Cala Vinas. The venue is renowned for its friendly bar staff, wide range of rousing music, diverse drinks, and waterfront setting. If you are staying in Cala Vinas but wish to visit one of Magaluf's most popular drinking dens, Piano Bar is for you. The venue is regularly cited as one of the best bars in the area.
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The Western Water Park in Magaluf is a colourful, vibrant attraction that has been attracting scores of satisfied visitors for years. The only western-themed water park on the island, the park features high slides, rubber ring rides, and areas for toddlers. Also on offer is a diving exhibition starring professional divers. It is an ideal place to explore, with or without children, and another one of the island's most popular attractions. You can reach the park by boarding the free bus from the centre of Magaluf. A car park is available, but finding a space can be tricky.
Address: Carretera Cala Figuera a Sa Porrasa, 2-22, 07182 Magaluf, Illes Balears, Spain
Opening times: May to September, Monday – Sunday: 10am – 6pm
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Step into Spring: 3 Asparagus Recipes
No matter what the weather forecast, nothing says "spring" like the sight of fresh asparagus at your local market. Spears grow fast once the ground temperature reaches 50 degrees, and this spring crop has a harvest season that can last up to 12 weeks.
The asparagus plant is perennial–and pretty–so it makes for a charming hedge. But there's more to asparagus then just rugged good looks. Asparagus is a rich source of many important nutrients, including vitamins K, A, and C, as well as folate, iron, and fiber. This spring veggie also scores high in B vitamins including riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), and thiamin (vitamin B1). One cup of chopped raw asparagus delivers an impressive amount of nutrition for under 30 calories. So why not rethink your next crudité platter?
Asparagus "Tips"
Here are a few tips for purchasing and preparing asparagus.
- Choose dark green, firm spears.
- Wrap the woody bottoms in a damp paper towel or stand in a receptacle filled with water, and place in the fridge.
- Use asparagus within 48 hours of purchase for best results, since it's very perishable.
- Snap off the woody ends with your fingers, then trim the asparagus with a knife. Reserve the ends for soup or stock if you wish.
- Using a vegetable peeler, gently peel asparagus below the tips and wash in cold water.
- Compost the ends or trash them if you don't have compost. Don't put them through your garbage disposal.
Simple Steamed Asparagus
Serves 2 to 4
1. Fill the bottom of a skillet with water, and bring it to a boil.
2. Place the spears in a steam basket inside the skillet, reduce the temperature to medium-low, cover and cook for three minutes or until tender.
3. If you'll be serving the asparagus cold or at room temperature, refresh it in cold water and drain just before serving.
Roasted Asparagus
Serves 2 to 4
Olive oil
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. While the oven is heating, spread the spears in a single layer on a rimmed baking dish.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, toss, and add salt and pepper to taste.
4. Roast about 10 minutes, until slightly tender and brown.
Enjoy as is, or sprinkle with grated Parmesan, or drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Asian Asparagus Salad
Serves 4 to 6
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, cut on the diagonal into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sherry or white wine
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon Tabasco
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1. Follow the directions for simple steamed asparagus above. Quickly drain, submerge in ice water to stop the cooking process, and blot dry.
2. In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, canola oil, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sherry or white wine, ginger, Tabasco, and sugar.
3. Pour the dressing over the asparagus and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4. Sprinkle almonds over the asparagus just before serving.
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In another thread there was a request that a certain helmet kit be offered with fiberglass.
Now with resin, if you drop it, it'll crack, and the cheek plate might even break off.
With fiberglass, you're still going to deal with a crack, right?
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TopSpeed wins Overall Grand Champion Redline TA Nashville and sets a new track record
First off TopSpeed would like to thank all the companies that have supported us this season.
JRZ, Cobb Tuning, Whiteline, Playmoreonline, and Urban8designs
Onto our weekend of many emotions.
Thursday started out pretty tough, after searching high and low for our tires we usually run we kept geting the same answer "sorry sir, those tires are on backorder". Crap.... well after a long search we finally found a set in Knoxville, Tn. So I told the guy to hold them for me as I would be driving up first thing Friday morning.
So Friday morning I wake up at 5am and hop in my car, destination Knoxville, Tn. After driving 3 1/2hrs through some of the most amazing twisties and mountain roads I arrive at the Hoosier south distribution center. Spending a total of about 10mins there, to relieve the 3 redbulls, sign a few papers and load the car up with a fresh set of stickys I am back on my way to Atlanta. Back at the shop we mount the 4 new tires, and load up the rig.
At 8pm we leave TopSpeed and make the 4 1/2 hr drive to Nashville Super Speedway. Once we arrive at the track we are greeted by Todd, and Nick from redline. Chat with them for a few and then call it a night.
Saturday comes and we have the car ready to go but no driver.. Luke isn't scheduled to arrive till later Saturday night. So while sitting around I get bored and decide to take the car out for a spin to check a few things. Saturdays fast practice times around around 1.07's to 1.10's for all the teams.
Sunday, finally our driver has arrived, but not without issues. Lukes flight was supposed to arrive Saturday night was canceled. With his only option to fly out first thing Sunday morning he loaded up.
Luke finally got to see the track for the first time about 10am Sunday morning. In our third lap out in Luke's first practice session we set FTD with a 1.05.6. Not bad for our first outing, after a few more practice laps we decide to sit and wait for the timed session to get one on the books. First session, we leave the car on our low boost mapping since we felt confident that we could secure the overall and then go for lap record on second session. The plan worked as we ran a 1.04.5 first session out securing the Overall.
Knowing the car had alot more in it we felt confident we could break the overall track record. So with the car set on our high boost map we headed out. On Luke's first flying lap it happened, A 1.03.7 the new track record for any bodied car there even faster than the GT1 times. Second lap around looked to be an even faster lap, however on the back straight the clutch decided it had enough and gave out. Pulling the data from the second lap it looks like we should have run a low 03 or even possible a high 02.
This wraps up TopSpeed second Overall Grand Champion win and first Track Record. Not to mention back to back GC wins We should have some wicked video up in a few days after the editing is done.
Summit Point and VIR here we come, hope to see everyone out there.
Sick looking ride man. Congrats on the times.
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Thanks guys!
Stay tuned for Summit Point Redline Event.
awesome photos!!!
Videos coming soon!
Here is video of our TopSpeed Time Attack car breaking the record at Nashville Redline Time Attack.
Big thanks to Neal for putting this together for us.
Check it out!
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Awesome video. Nicely done.
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By regional Pokédex number, 093 may refer to:
- #093 Haunter, in the National and Kanto Pokédex
- #093 Pineco, in the New Pokédex and the Johto Pokédex
- #093 Dodrio, in the Hoenn Pokédex in Generation III
- #093 Sudowoodo, in the Sinnoh Pokédex
- #093 Emolga, in the Unova Pokédex
- #093 Jolteon, in the New Unova Pokédex
- #093 Furfrou, in the Central Kalos Pokédex
- #093 Nosepass, in the Coastal Kalos Pokédex
- #093 Timburr, in the Mountain Kalos Pokédex
- #093 Vileplume, in the Hoenn Pokédex in Generation VI
- #093 Barboach, in the Alola Pokédex
By Browser number, 093 may refer to:
- R-093 Pinsir, in the Fiore Browser
- R-093 Corsola, in the Almia Browser
- R-093 Ledyba, in the Oblivia Browser
In the Pokémon anime series, 093 may refer to:
- Navel Maneuvers, episode 93 of the original series
- Clamperl of Wisdom, episode 93 of the Advanced Generation series
- Playing the Leveling Field!, episode 93 of the Diamond & Pearl series
- Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!, episode 93 of the Best Wishes series
- All Eyes on the Future!, episode 93 of the XY series
In the Pokémon games, 093 may refer to:
In the Pokémon manga, 093 may refer to:
- Sneasel Sneak Attack, round 093 in the Gold, Silver & Crystal chapter of Pokémon Adventures
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