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Monday, October 7, 2013
Stitching and knitting
60 comments:
- ricketyjo said...
Congrats on your sampler finish, it's so cute! Lovely :) Your knitting is also really lovely and colourful!
- October 7, 2013 at 6:38:00 AM PDT
- Cari said...
Congrats on the sampler finish. Paulette is a fabulous designer isn't she? I also love, love, love the stole. If it were cold in Florida I'd knit it in a minute. It's beautiful. Hugs to sweet Mia and have a great week!
- October 7, 2013 at 7:12:00 AM PDT
- Giovanna said...
Great stitching and knitting - congrats on the lovely finish.
- October 7, 2013 at 7:30:00 AM PDT
- Melody said...
Oh, Margaret, I positively love your finish of Yuletide! What a beautiful piece. Maybe someday I will tackle it.
- October 7, 2013 at 7:32:00 AM PDT
- merumo said...
Fabulous finish! Your knitting project is looking nice and tempting, too :D It's so hard to pick and choose which project to work on during fall and winter as there are tons of beautiful ones around, especially this time of the year. Mia, can you help?
- October 7, 2013 at 7:45:00 AM PDT
- Angie said...
Your finished sampler looks so good. Love Mia!
- October 7, 2013 at 7:45:00 AM PDT
- Michelle-ozark crafter said...
Mia is such a great help! The stitching is so lovely too.
- October 7, 2013 at 7:47:00 AM PDT
- Nicole said...
Beautiful finish Margaret!! I love that stole too! I really want to get that kit one day! :)
- October 7, 2013 at 7:59:00 AM PDT
- Poussy Stitches My Love said...
Vraiment une pure merveille ! bravo mon amie ! bisous
- October 7, 2013 at 8:02:00 AM PDT
- Vickie said...
Just gorgeous! Love it.
Hugs to Mia from Mabel and Henry.
- October 7, 2013 at 8:13:00 AM PDT
- Laurie in Iowa said...
Congrats on your finish... Yuletide looks fabulous. I'm in love with your stole and I may just have to go to our local yarn shop and sign-up for a knitting class.
Mia is adorable... as always!
- October 7, 2013 at 8:28:00 AM PDT
- Angie Burrett said...
Such a lovely sampler - stitched beautifully, you should feel very proud! I must learn to knit me thinks! x
- October 7, 2013 at 8:33:00 AM PDT
- Melissa said...
I see you are Mia's new BFF! Cute!
Love, love, love your finish! I think this may be my favourite PSS design! And you're finished with plenty of time to spare for Christmas!
- October 7, 2013 at 8:55:00 AM PDT
- Ann at Beadlework. said...
A beautiful finish, it's such an appealing design. Knitting is a magnet for cats, our two just seem to know when I take it out (no matter where they are in the house). Mia always looks so relaxed and content.
- October 7, 2013 at 9:08:00 AM PDT
- Beth said...
Yuletide welcome is awesome. Love the mustard colored house. What a great knitting companion you have!
- October 7, 2013 at 9:11:00 AM PDT
- Chocolates4Breakfast (TerriBoog) said...
This is indeed my all-time favorite PSS design! I agree, Paulette seems to have our number! Just wish I didn't work so I could stitch more and get as much accomplished as you seem to. Oh, who am I kidding, I still wouldn't get that much done! It's a beautiful finish, Margaret and I can't wait to see it dressed for the holidays in its frame.
The knitting is beautiful, too! Well done, you!
- October 7, 2013 at 9:31:00 AM PDT
- Loraine said...
Your YTW is just gorgeous! I have to have it now!!!!! Thanks for enabling. You are so inspiring. What's next?
I love the knitting too. It looks perfect for Fall.
Have a wonderful week.
- October 7, 2013 at 9:44:00 AM PDT
Gorgeous finish! Beautiful knitting, lovely colors
- October 7, 2013 at 10:21:00 AM PDT
- Sweet Sue said...
Congrats on the sampler finish, she's a stunner!
- October 7, 2013 at 10:24:00 AM PDT
- Patti-Rocky Mtn Stitcher said...
Your Yuletide Welcome is an inspiration! We are doing this for our Guild this year and I love it!!
- October 7, 2013 at 10:29:00 AM PDT
- marly said...
Beautiful Margaret. And so are the colors in your shawl. Makes me want to grab my knitting needles!
- October 7, 2013 at 10:38:00 AM PDT
- Annie said...
Paulette has such clever designs. Beautiful job.
Fun knitting with all those colors. That should keep you plenty warm this winter!
- October 7, 2013 at 10:41:00 AM PDT
- Ronin said...
Wonderful sampler. Great work.
- October 7, 2013 at 11:57:00 AM PDT
- Patience d'Ange said...
Congratulations for your work, it's wonderfull.
Have a nice week.
- October 7, 2013 at 12:05:00 PM PDT
- Charlene ♥ SC said...
Yuletide is beautiful - congrats!
And your stole is progressing fast, too. It does look like it would be fun to cuddle up with - my office is freezing today! Happy week for you, too!
- October 7, 2013 at 12:09:00 PM PDT
- Krista said...
O.M.G! that is the sweetest finish! Love the design! Congrats on another one done. The knitting looks nice too. Have a great week!
- October 7, 2013 at 12:12:00 PM PDT
- Marie said...
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- October 7, 2013 at 12:16:00 PM PDT
- Marie said...
oops...not sure what I did to that last comment.
Yuletide looks beautiful as does your knitting. I am a novice knitter who lives for the day when I can knit something other than scarfs! :-)
- October 7, 2013 at 12:19:00 PM PDT
- cucki said...
Gorgeous finish..I love it so much
Beautiful knitting, and lovely colors too..
Sending you big hugs x
- October 7, 2013 at 12:32:00 PM PDT
- Mugwump Woolies said...
Yuletide is one beautiful sampler. I'm very tempted to add it to my stash! Love the stole, fabulous colors and so practical ,too.
Have a great week,
- October 7, 2013 at 12:48:00 PM PDT
- Katrina said...
So pretty, gorgeous finish!!!!!!
- October 7, 2013 at 1:03:00 PM PDT
- woolwoman said...
LOVE your Yuletide finish Margaret. I'm so glad you are back to your knitting - it won't be long at all before you can take that shawl away from Miss Mia and use it your very self! The colors are so pretty. Knit on ! Mel
- October 7, 2013 at 1:21:00 PM PDT
- Linda said...
Congrats on yet another gorgeous finish Margaret. Great progress on the shawl. I see you also have a helper when your crafting.
- October 7, 2013 at 2:01:00 PM PDT
- BrendaS said...
Fabulous finish Margaret! I love your knitting -- the colors are gorgeous and since it's getting cooler you will be able to put it to good use:))
Have a good week!
- October 7, 2013 at 3:02:00 PM PDT
- Erica said...
yuletide Welcome is beautiful! Love the colors!
My you are brave with the knitting!
Even my sleepiest older cats do not permit yarm to lay still!
I made the mistake of not putting my knitting away one night, and awaoke to find it across the room on the floor!
That scarf still has cat hair in it! Extra fiber LOL!
- October 7, 2013 at 4:00:00 PM PDT
- Catherine said...
Beautiful finish!! The more I see of this, the more I love it!
Love your knitting too ~ fabulous colors!
Sweet Mia.....
- October 7, 2013 at 5:15:00 PM PDT
- Wanda said...
Oh Margaret, your Yuletide Welcome is gorgeous! I purchased Love Thy Neighbour (partly because of the cats in it) and am anxious to start it. Your shawl is beautiful - I'm still on the first colour! Good thing yarn doesn't go bad! Have a great week.
- October 7, 2013 at 6:23:00 PM PDT
- Jackie said...
I love Paulette's designs too! That goldish house is gorgeous. Congratulations on your finish! I'm glad Mia is keeping you company as you knit.
- October 7, 2013 at 6:25:00 PM PDT
- April said...
Beautiful Finish Margaret!! Paulette does have pretty designs!! I have this one in my stash to stitch one day.
- October 7, 2013 at 7:40:00 PM PDT
- Kim said...
Absolutely love love love your Yuletide Welcome! Lovely finish! Knit on!
- October 7, 2013 at 7:50:00 PM PDT
- Deborah said...
Beautiful finish! I am such a fan of Paulette's. We had the best time in her class in Virginia. Your finish is stunning.
- October 7, 2013 at 8:46:00 PM PDT
- Mary said...
You're making me want to get my knitting basket out!
- October 8, 2013 at 3:34:00 AM PDT
- Lanie said...
Hi Margaret! Lovely finish ... such a charming sampler from Paulette ... her designs always look like they are fun to stitch!
And oh how cozy your stole looks ... fabulous Fall colors! I admire your knitting skills ... not a talent I have!
Glad to hear your children are well and happy ... makes for a happy mama, doesn't it?! ;)
- October 8, 2013 at 4:21:00 AM PDT
- Carol said...
Such a beauty, Margaret--congratulations!! I love all the little details in this one, especially that adorable elf on the left :) And your fall knitting project is wonderful, too!
- October 8, 2013 at 6:42:00 AM PDT
- Evelyne said...
Yuletide is beautiful. Do you frame all the samplers?
The knitting collors are great!
I think Mia love them too!
Have a nice day, Evelyne
- October 8, 2013 at 3:54:00 PM PDT
- Patty C. said...
Wonderful work ;)
- October 8, 2013 at 4:01:00 PM PDT
- Sharon said...
Looks fantastic Margaret! Congrats!
- October 8, 2013 at 7:19:00 PM PDT
- Kate said...
Congratulations on your finish.
Love the colours in your knitting.
- October 9, 2013 at 3:34:00 AM PDT
- Susan said...
The WIP and the finish are both beautiful. And Mia looks like she is so helpful!
- October 9, 2013 at 4:18:00 PM PDT
- Ellen said...
Gorgeous stitching, congrats on the finish! Maybe I should stick to one project at a time, then I will have finishes to show ha ha!
Love your knitting, so colorful!
- October 10, 2013 at 1:30:00 AM PDT
- Karoline said...
Yuletide Welcome is stunning, congratulations
Great progress on the stole, I'm getting increasingly tempted by it.
- October 10, 2013 at 1:51:00 AM PDT
- Vonna Pfeiffer said...
You are so fast! It is absolutely wonderful Margaret :)
LOVE LOVE it :)
And Paulette has your number? She sure has mine too, Have you seen her Delivering Harvest....OMGosh...totally in love!
- October 10, 2013 at 11:02:00 AM PDT
- Theresa said...
Congratulations on such a lovely finish! the stitching is beautiful.
I have this chart now and can't wait to begin. Love Paulette's samplers too!
- October 10, 2013 at 11:45:00 AM PDT
- Sally said...
Congratulations on a beautiful finish Margaret.
Love the stole. Those colours are beautiful.
- October 11, 2013 at 2:46:00 AM PDT
- Melanie said...
Love love love love it!!! There are so many lovely little details in this one that I adore. Congrats on finishing it. :)
- October 11, 2013 at 5:40:00 PM PDT
- Sherry said...
Just beautiful and you finished it so quickly! Love the knitting too!
- October 12, 2013 at 5:29:00 AM PDT
- Jennifer Blake said...
Congrats on your finish. I'm also loving the stoll. I always enjoy reading about Mia's adventures.
- October 12, 2013 at 5:52:00 AM PDT
- Sherry :o) said...
Yultide is on my list also! I haven't bought it yet, so the temptation to start is kept at bay - LOL. She certainly has quite a few numbers of the lot of us, doesn't she? The colors in your knitting are really pretty - will be perfect for autumn.
Caught up on your postings (I've been away from the blog a bit lately)...back to the quite routine, I see. Glad you are adjusting. It always makes things easier when the kiddies are doing okay - and Mia, of course. Happy bday to your hubby.
Your shrimp dish looked yummy - what was it?
Have a good week!
Sherry :o)
- October 13, 2013 at 8:44:00 AM PDT
- Anne said...
Big congrats on finishing Yuletide! It's such a great piece and it looks like it was fun to stitch as well!! Your scarf is growing beautifully. At least Mia doesn't try to eat the wool!! She looks a lot more helpful than Titus. He's getting very naughty now with my stuff!!
- October 13, 2013 at 11:33:00 AM PDT
- Chris said...
Gorgeous finish! Did you see Paulette's class piece at the latest retreat? Gorgeous!!
- October 15, 2013 at 4:11:00 AM PDT


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Truth and Triomphe Exhibition
At Castle Drogo in Cornwall until the end of October 2016 there is a rare chance to see a vibrant tapestry by artist Grayson Perry. It was created for his popular Tomb of the Unknown Craftsman exhibition at The British Museum.
The 15ft wide Map of Truths and Beliefs, created by Perry in 2011, is part of the new Truth and Triomphe exhibition at the castle. Perry's tapestry is hung alongside a French masterpiece, the 300 year old Char de Triomphe, made for King Louis XIV and believed to have hung in the Palace of Versailles during his reign.
The exhibition is providing a rare opportunity for visitors to compare and contrast the historic and contemporary methods, symbolism and making of both tapestries.
Perry's tapestry, created in the style of a map with the Great Eye in the Centre, is a colourful depiction of the clash of everyday and spiritual pilgrimages. There is plenty of fascinating symbolism for the viewer to pick out from the tapestry – including religious, secular and historical pilgrimage sites from across the world, from Stonehenge and Glastonbury or Medina and Everest.
Stand out figures include a tightly clad Lady in Black holding two mobile phones, representing aggressive consumerism, whilst water flows from Elvis's mouth and a large bear sits near the centre, portraying a wild emotional vision of the world. Airborne weapons of war hover over the skyline whilst Perry's much loved teddy, Alan Measles, sits in the pupil of the eye at the centre of the tapestry.
Hand-drawn by Grayson Perry, the Map of Truth and Beliefs was created using modern methods. Grayson's design for the tapestry was digitized, coloured by a digital mediator in Madrid, then sent to a specialist loom in Belgium. Perry then oversaw the yarn colours to ensure the correct shade, before the modern loom produced the 15ft tapestry in under a day.
By contrast, the Char de Triomphe, designed by Charles Le Brun c.1715 (First Painter to King Louis XIV), took six people approximately three years to weave by hand before being hung at Versailles.
Although their manufacture differs enormously, they have a number of similarities and are both highly symbolic.
Grayson explained that he "wanted to make a sort of altarpiece, a map of heaven. I looked at the floorplan of the British Museum as a mandala, and added all the different terms I could find for the afterlife. The charge of it is in the clash of the prosaic and the spiritual. I was thinking of pilgrimage in a wider, non- religious sense, so I included places of pilgrimage that I'd googled. Most are religious but many are historical and secular."
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Have you thought of what to do this June? I have not.
Maybe we would...
- Explore a neighbourhood. It could be signing ourselves up for some heritage trails.
- Explore forgotten places (Bukit Brown, Sembawang Spring, Sungei Thieves Market)
- Explore Fullerton Hotel and its nearby places.
- Watch live SEA games. Read my post on archery.
- Get out of Singapore. (to the islands of Singapore such as Pulau Ubin, Sisters' Islands or maybe overseas)
- Explore newly open places, such as Indian Heritage Centre, Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris and Lee Kong Chian Natural Museum.
We probably would end up ...
- in the libraries,
- in Children's Seasons
- in the playgrounds
- cooking a storm up... lol...
Definitely, there will be a number of impromptu decisions. Most likely the kid decides.


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That's right - Pixie Dust Miniatures is now part of a great new book recently released by Ashdown Publishing!
Traci Nigon has edited a fabulous handbook of tutorials in which you can learn how to make an array of spooky things in scale miniature. My Grinny Pumpkin Cauldron tutorial can be found inside along with contributions from many other artists.
Find it on Amazon, Barns and Noble, and iTunes.
The book description on these sites reads:
From wacky monster plants to witches who need flying lessons, the creatures and spirits of Fun Halloween in Mini are bound to make you smile instead of scream. These delightful 1:12-scale projects include grinning pumpkin cauldrons, mad mushrooms, and an adorably creepy monster cupcake. If you're looking for inspiration, you can meet Brizzelda Digbottom, the plump proprietor of a broom-repair shop. With over 10 items for your mini scene, Fun Halloween in Mini is full of treats--and no tricks!
If you're interested in finding more of these books of mini tutorials, then more can be found over on the Ashdown site here.
After a much longer time away than planned, my online Pixie Dust Miniatures shop is back! I have moved back to the US, settled back into LA and the shop is now re-opened. I'll be able to start taking commissions again shortly - just email me to discuss.


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* I heard Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' on the radio so its now officially christmas time! (in JoFYland anyway!)...
* people are blinging up their houses with fairy lights... so pretty - its disappointing when they're taken down.
* Our road had the annual fund raising visit from The Rotary Club and their (very jolly) Father Christmas accompanied by some very festive sparkly snowmen -when I initially looked out of the window and all I could see was one person wrapped in fairy lights & mistook them for a tipsy person wandering home after a christmas party! lol - but then I opened the door where one had been joined by others... they were a lot of fun... (question: if its a flock of sheep or a herd of cows -I wonder what you'd call a group of snowmen.. a flurry maybe.. a flurry of snowmen...??)
Accessorize have lovely windows throughout the year but this years woodland theme is magical.
The photos above and below are Anthropologie at Bluewater - the houses are made from CARDBOARD!! clever, very clever!
This is Jo Malone - the mistletoe window decal frame the topiary ball perfectly - so clean and crisp.
Thought this twig tree was really interesting, in one of the christmas decoration shop windows.
And of course the interiors' were lovely too - I liked this tag display in The White Company (this shop always looks, and SMELLS, gorgeous - an oasis of calm!) - looks like an upside-down christmas tree and the images on the tags are the decorations...
and then there was this, in John Lewis - it made me chuckle because I reeeeaaally don't like brussel sprouts and here are banners and bunting featuring sparkly paper versions! The only acceptable type of sprouts in my book! lol
I find the displays really inspiring - the colour schemes, the product arrangement &signage... This is the window at Anthropologie... the fabulous colours, textures and interesting bits & bobs... such a lovely opulent and natural mix.
.. and finally this in one of the christmas decoration shops at Lakeside - every tree needs a diamante covered stag head! or is that just for trees in Essex?.... lol
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For me, however, the best thing about elections are the PTA bake sales, operated as fund-raisers in the schools on Election Day.
The sales used to provide me, an admitted chocoholic, an excellent opportunity to stock up on home-baked brownies. I am picky about brownies -- I reject them if too dry or too sweet.
Alas, in recent years the PTA ladies here in Milford, CT, have stopped messing up and heating up their kitchens to raise money. Instead they sell Girl Scout cookies -- which I can't stand.
In response to the PTA's realignment, several times a year dear sis-in-law Barby Marcus favors me with her superb brownies, and sometimes wife Marilyn and I make our own. (As long as I am complimenting Barby: she makes the best chopped liver in the world.)
For other times I am pleased to have discovered two fine store-bought alternatives.
Sam's Club sells Pillsbury Chocolate Chunk Fudge Brownies. For about eight bucks you get a giant four-pound brownie! I use a spatula to slice out a chunk.
BJ's offers a more convenient package of brownies that are equally delicious. A box of nine individually wrapped Wellsley Farms Double Chocolate Chunk Brownies sells for $3.99.
We have to die from something. I'd much rather be killed by a brownie than by an ISIS terrorist.


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Sawmill Bike Path, closure at Bacons Bridge Road.
This post is for the benefit of my local area cyclists. The popular Sawmill Branch Walk and Bike Path in Summerville, South Carolina, is closed at the bridge that takes the path under Bacons Bridge Road (165.) due to road widening and bridge work. I am sure it will be closed for the rest of 2014 and may run into next year.
There is a fairly easy diversion but it is not official and consequently is not marked. If traveling east, turn left on the paved path just past the Pump house, about a quarter mile before Bacons Bridge. The path joins residential streets, turn right, and right again on Holly Street.
Holly Street emerges on Bacons Bridge just above an entrance to the bike path on the opposite side. Bacons Bridge is a busy main road, but experienced cyclists should not have a problem crossing. I am sure this diversion will not be officially marked because of the problem of crossing Bacons Bridge. I would not recommend it for the inexperienced or feint hearted.
The good thing is, in either direction you make a right onto Bacons Bridge Road, so you wait for a gap in traffic, then turn right. Oncoming traffic on the opposite side is clearly visable. Take the lane, and wait for a gap in the opposing traffic, and complete the next left turn. Make sure you use a hand signal so everyone knows what you are doing. The road works on the bridge does tend to work in our favor, as it slows traffic.
If traveling west towards Down Town Summerville, take the right fork where the trail splits, and emerge on Bacons Bridge. Turn right, and left in about 50 yards into Holly Street. In about a quarter of a mile turn left (It's a dual entrance, with a sign that says "Arbor Oaks.") after turning go straight, and after a right hand curve, look for the path entrance on the left, to rejoin the Sawmill Trail.
The Sawmill Branch Trail Is used as a safe route to get from one end of Summerville to the other. Many cyclists on weekend rides on local rural roads use the Sawmill Trail as a means to get there. I intend to keep using the trail during these road works, I hope others will find this diversion useful. Please, stay safe and use extra care while using this alternate route.
Update 8/26/16: The bridge has re-opened. See picture below.


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I'd like to thank Dandylion13 for nominating me for the Sunshine Award! If you haven't already, you should check out his blog. The Sunshine Award is an informal way for bloggers to have some fun and to venture out of their usual posts, and to also reciprocate by nominating fellow bloggers who are deserving of attention!
Before I start, I'll just reiterate the rules real quick:
- Thank the person who nominated you. (Big thanks, Dandylion13!)
- Answer the questions from the person who nominated you.
- Nominate a couple of other bloggers.
- Write the same amount of questions for your nominees.
- Notify the nominees on their blog.
- And, finally, put the award button somewhere on your blog.
Well without further ado, here are my answers!
What made you start blogging?
This is a question I have asked myself quite a few times, actually. I'd describe it as a fusion of my two passions: writing and watching anime. I was also influenced by anime reviewers on YouTube (namely Glass Reflections), and by the (mostly) extremely friendly community on MAL. I'm glad I did take up blogging, because I have got to meet fantastic people online!
What are your favourite anime series/shows?
Great question! Without any doubt in the world, I am a massive Clannad fan. I never cry when watching shows, but I almost did while watching After Story. This was the anime that proved to me that there was something beyond just action and drama. Steins;Gate takes a (very) close second place, then it is probably a three-way tie between Attack on Titan, Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood and Death Note.
I have a long, long list of the other anime that I love (Bakuman, Hajime no Ippo, etc), because who can choose just one?! One day I'll compile that list, but for now it's all in my head.
What is the funniest thing that has happened in your life?
Don't know if this is funny or just plain gross, but I got vomited on while taking the bus from school. Laugh at your own discretion (I'll go and cry). I had to throw away everything that got vomited on, then I shampoo'd twice over and gave myself a thorough cleansing in the shower. If I see the guy again… I ain't sitting next to him.
Outside of blogging, what is a hobby that you enjoy?
I like collecting headphones and/or speakers. Not quite the most exotic hobby… My relatives think it's a waste of money, but, in my defence, life is too short to listen to those white earbuds.
What was a show or movie that you recently watched and enjoyed?
Unfortunately I marathon anime so I haven't touched the airing season. I started watching 'My Little Sister Can't Be This Cute' (a.k.a Oreimo) a while ago and it was legitimately funny. Anything to do with an otaku lifestyle has me interested! That was a month-and-a-half ago though.
What is your favourite live-action television series?
Sorry, I don't really watch television so I can't really comment. On an unrelated note, Iron Chef is pretty dope.
How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
Chuck Norris says:
"If a woodchuck could chuck wood then the woodchuck would chuck as much wood as the woodchuck would feel like chucking, because I am Chuck Norris and I say this, so it must be true."
*He didn't actually say that. Or, at least, I don't think he did.
But I say:
This question is nonsensical. (No sense of humour, unfortunately)
And that brings the questions to a close! Thanks for reading this far (if you did).
I would like to nominate the following bloggers…
–Miharusshi, one of the first aniblogger friends that I made! Dandylion13 also nominated her, but I'm seconding it.
–The Otaku Judge, who has great reviews about anime and games.
…with the following questions!
1. What made you decide to start blogging?
2. Who is your inspirational role model (can be either real or fiction) and why do you look up to them?
3. Are you a fan of sports? Why/why not?
4. What sort of music do you listen to?
5. What's the weirdest thing that has ever happened to you?
6. Do tell us your favourite novel, and why you enjoy it so?
7. Finally, do you see yourself continuing your blog in, say, five years time?
Once again, many thanks to Dandylion13 for nominating me.


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The majority of blogs offer lots of advice to users of WordPress but for blogger... not so much.
Customising your blogger blog
Some blogs use 3 or 4 colours but I think that can look a little 'busy' and make the blog difficult to read. I much prefer simple and elegant styles. Of course this is just my opinion and if you think your blog would look better with lots of colours, go for it.
Tip: Learn or jot down the colour code of your chosen colours.
All colours have a colour code, for example the colour code for the gold on my blog is #c2a664.
Whenever you're customising your blog it's useful to have those colour codes to hand. Either jot them down or learn them. That way when it comes to customising your header or blog text you'll have the codes handy.
It is fairly simple to find out what the colour code is for your chosen colour. There are websites that can tell you, simply click on the colour and it will tell you the code: http://html-color-codes.info/
Or, if you've found a colour you like on a website right click (if using a Mac) on the colour and select "Inspect element". I'm using Chrome as my browser - this feature may not be available on other browsers.
That will bring up a window that shows all the code for the website you're using. Scroll down in the "Styles" section and find your desired colour, the code should be right there.
Like I said, make a note of the colour code because you'll need it later.
Once you've decided on colours you can move on to creating a header for your blog. For that you can head to PicMonkey or Canva, both these sites are free to use and have tools to help you create your own images.
Next time I'll be going through how to create your own header using Canva.


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New York Comic Con: A Beginner's Guide
Want to attend a big convention but overwhelmed by the process behind San Diego Comic-Con? On the east coast and can't afford to fly to California? Or are you just honestly interested in attending New York Comic Con but aren't sure how to go about it? This post is for you!
I live in New York City and have been attending New York Comic Con since 2010, so I put together this basic guide for anyone who's interested in attending and doesn't quite know where to start. Keep in mind, a lot of the information in this post will be specific to 2018, or not even be relevant anymore. ReedPop (the company behind NYCC) is constantly changing its process, and I'm basing a lot of these tips off of last year. I'll update this post for 2018 as things get announced.
What Is NYCC?
New York Comic Con (NYCC) is a four-day comic and pop culture convention held annually in the Javits Convention Center in New York City with additional programming at nearby Madison Square Garden, Hammerstein Ballroom, and Hudson Mercantile. It's not quite got the scale or spectacle of its west coast cousin, but it has been steadily rising in prominence for the past several years.
When Is NYCC?
Since 2010, New York Comic Con has been held the first weekend in October. This year (2018), it is Thursday, October 4 through Sunday, October 7. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday are full days, with the convention floor open from 10am-7pm (Artist Alley is open until 8pm) and programming running from around 10:30-11am to 10pm. Sunday is a shorter day, with everything ending at 5pm.
Who Goes to NYCC?
Unlike SDCC, where you can almost completely count on a show or a film having a panel, NYCC can often be hit or miss with its guests. As a frequent attendee, I have fun every year and can always find something to enjoy, but a lot of people hold out for specific guests and can be disappointed when those guests don't appear. While special guests will start being announced soon, the schedule doesn't start getting released until September – well after tickets go on sale – with the full schedule not being available until probably the week before the con. Basically, if you want to go, buy your tickets when they go on sale. If you wait to see who is attending, you'll probably miss out on tickets. Don't expect anyone or anything specific to be there, and just plan to have a good time regardless.
Movie studios tend to skip NYCC, so I wouldn't expect any huge film news to come out of it. There was a panel for Pacific Rim: Uprising in 2017, but film panels are pretty rare. NYCC's guests tend to come more from TV, books, and comics. Marvel is a perennial presence – Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. has a yearly panel, as does one of the Netflix offerings (last year it was Runaways). The Walking Dead also comes every year (and has been featured on the badges since 2011). Syfy likes to show up, as does Freeform, Starz, and MTV (if they have a scripted show). Hulu was a big star last year and brought several shows. More studios attend SDCC because most shows aren't filming yet, whereas a lot of stuff is in production in October, so a lot of the TV panels at New York Comic Con tend to be mid-season shows.
Keep in mind when checking the site, New York Comic Con usually only puts guests on the website if they are doing an autograph or photo op session. The guests listed on the website will NOT be the only guests who you'll be able to see at the convention. If an actor is coming as part of a panel for their show, they aren't usually mentioned except in the panel description.
How Do I Get Tickets?
First of all, I'd recommend signing up for the NYCC newsletter. That way you'll get emails from them about important things like badge sales, guest announcements, and so on. You will also need to sign up for Fan Verification once that opens up, more on that later. I'd also suggest following NYCC on their various social media platforms, particularly Twitter.
A few days before the badge sale, if you signed up for the newsletter and Fan Verification, you will be emailed a link to a virtual waiting room. This is a unique link that will expire after you buy the maximum number of badges, so don't share it with anyone! On the date and time of the sale (given in the email), click the link and join the queue. In this year's pre-sale, attendees were instructed to click the link exactly on time, and if they had gotten there early, to refresh when the sale went live. The sale usually goes live at 10am Eastern.
NYCC badges are first come, first served. Each link allows you purchase 16 badges total – 4 Thursday, 4 Friday, 4 Saturday, 4 Sunday. The badges will be held in your cart for a specified amount of time while you fill out the necessary information and assign the badges. Each person can only be assigned 1 badge per type. Here is a walkthrough on how to assign badges.
When Do Badges Go on Sale?
Well, the reason I am typing up this giant post today is because they just announced the important sale dates for NYCC 2018! Fancy that.
Important Dates for NYCC 2018
- Sunday June 10: NYCC Badge Presale – This is only for people who were fan verified previously. If you're not verified from 2016 or 2017, you are not eligible for the presale and must wait for the general sale.
- Wednesday June 13: NYCC Fan Verification Opens – You MUST be fan verified in order to purchase tickets and attend NYCC. It's a very simple survey that you sign up with using your email address. Everyone attending NYCC must have a fan verification profile, so if you are buying tickets for anyone, they need their own profile.
- Sunday July 8: Fan Verification Closes – Remember, you need a fan verification profile to buy tickets, so you have to sign up before this date!
- Sunday July 15: NYCC Badge General Sale – Open to everyone!
For more information about Fan Verification, please visit the NYCC FAQ page.
Fan Verification is currently CLOSED for 2018. It will reopen later this summer (date unspecified) to help sell unsold tickets.
How Much Do Badges Cost?
NYCC Badge prices for 2018:
More information about badges can be found here.
Starting this year, you can manage your badges (and anything loaded onto your badges – autographs, etc.) through your Fan Verification account. Learn more about managing badges here.
Do Tickets Sell Out?
Well, in previous years, yes. In 2016, badges sold out within several hours of going on sale. In 2017, they did away with 4-day and 3-day passes, and only Saturday sold out same day, with Friday selling out a couple of days later. However, Thursday and Sunday badges were available for several months after, and if they did sell out, only did so very close to the con itself. Basically, if you really want to go (especially on Saturday), I would try very hard to make time on the day of the sale, because you cannot count on tickets being available after.
What Is Included with My Badge?
A New York Comic Con badge grants you entrance to the Javits Convention Center – and any programming at offsites like Madison Square Garden, Hammerstein Ballroom, and Hudson Mercantile – for the day specified on your badge. NYCC doesn't really have a lot of offsites like SDCC does, so that's not something you have to worry about. As a regular attendee, you are also eligible for the Pre-Show Lotteries.
What Are the Pre-Show Lotteries?
Oh, I'm so glad you asked! In 2016, ReedPop started implementing Pre-Show Lotteries for things like autographs and exclusives. In 2017, they updated that to include panels at the Main Stage in the Javits. As far as I am aware, still in 2018, ONLY Javits Main Stage panels are included in the lottery. All other panels are first come, first served including panels at the offsite locations.
The Pre-Show Lotteries are for the following:
- Private autographs. This does NOT include autographs at individual booths, or individuals in the autographing area. This is only for official, limited NYCC autographing sessions, like last year's Voltron cast signing. These signings are FREE. They will give you an item (usually a poster) for the guests to sign.
- Some convention exclusives. Last year I think it was only Funko and LEGO who were included. If you are interested in exclusives from other vendors, check with those vendors for their policies.
- Main Stage Panels. 50% of the seats are allotted in the lottery, the other 50% are first come, first served in the morning line.
The lotteries are now online until September 24th at 5pm ET. You are allowed to choose up to 5 panels/signings and 2 exclusives per each day of the convention that you are attending. Select them in order of priority. Make all of your selections for each day BEFORE submitting, because you cannot go back and edit once you've submitted. For panels, you can enter up to three friends to attend the panel with you. Last year, I didn't win any myself, but I went as a guest with a couple of friends. You must have their Fan Verification emails handy, because you will need them when you enter.
The lottery for 2018 will be up until September 24th at 5pm ET. Within a few days of the lottery closing, winners will be notified via email. If you're a winner, you have 48 hours to confirm your attendance or you will lose your spot.
How Do I Get My Badge?
Badges purchased by September 9 will be mailed via USPS. If you order by August 19 you can choose between "standard" and "priority", though if you are buying more than 5 badges, they automatically give you priority shipping. If you purchased a badge after September 9, you need to take your email confirmation to Will Call. They usually have Will Call open a day or two before the convention so that you don't have to show up that morning and get your badges.
International attendees can choose to have their badges mailed or pick up at Will Call.
Where Should I Stay?
NYCC offers a limited number of reduced-rate hotel rooms. Here is the list of available hotels, which you can now book through OnPeak. These are generally fairly close to the convention center and sometimes include a shuttle to and from. Being a resident, I've never done this, but it's nowhere on the scale of SDCC's "Hotelpocalypse".
However, New York City is HUGE. If you're willing to use public transportation, you can probably find somewhere cheaper if you don't mind staying a bit further out. (I commute from Brooklyn every morning.) With the 7 line extension, which stops across the street from the Javits, it's pretty easy to get to and from the convention every day.
Keep in mind that in New York City, AirBnB's are not legal unless the tenant is present. Please don't contribute to our housing crisis! There are tons of decently-priced hotel rooms if you're willing to travel, and we have several hostels if you just need some place to crash.
New York Comic Con also has some helpful tips about travel into and around the city.
So…Now What?
You've got your ticket, you've got your hotel and travel booked, now it's time to focus on the convention itself. For information about stuff like the prop weapons policy, selfie sticks, and things of that nature, check out the NYCC Fan FAQ.
ADA Info
I'm not very familiar with the ADA requirements and availability but I can give a brief overview. This is only going to be about the Javits Center – I have not attended panels at any of the offsites and do not know their capabilities. I would recommend contacting ReedPop for more information, or contacting the venues directly.
Medical stickers are provided to people with a range of disabilities as well as one (1) companion, if necessary. To obtain a medical sticker, either fill out an application before the show (applications will open after tickets have gone on sale), or visit the Medical Assistance desk located near Will Call in the Crystal Palace when you arrive.
There is an ADA line and seating area in all Javits panels on a first come, first served basis. Seating is not guaranteed, so they recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the panel.
The Javits is fully accessible with ramps, automatic doors at street level, restrooms and elevators available for people with impaired mobility. Payphones are accessible and equipped with volume and TTY capability for the hearing impaired. There is no on-site parking at the Javits, and this year NYCC is not running any shuttles, but all city buses are wheelchair-accessible, as are many official NYC taxis. There is more information about this in the Travel section on the NYCC website. This will also be helpful if you want to go to any of the offsites, which can be several blocks away.
Motorized wheelchairs are available to rent – manual wheelchairs are available at no fee – but must be reserved in advance. Call 212-216-2196 for more information.
Interpreters for the hard of hearing can be provided but must be arranged in advance. They cannot be accommodated on site. Contact ReedPop with your personal information (name, email, phone #) at email@example.com at least three (3) weeks in advance of the con.
Guide dogs and other service animals are allowed provided they are leashed or harnessed (unless doing so restricts their duties, in which case you must be able to maintain control). No venomous, poisonous, predatory, or overly large animals are allowed.
For more information on the Medical Assistance program at NYCC, click here.
Activate Your Badge
When you receive your badge, either in the mail or at Will Call, you need to activate it! So much stuff at NYCC relies on "tapping" your badge (having the RFID in your badge scanned), and if it isn't activated, it won't work. So save yourself some hassle and activate in advance.
Activating your badge is easy. If you receive your badge in the mail, there will be instructions included, giving the website to visit. Then you simply enter your fan verified email along with the number on the back of the badge.
Make a Schedule
Once the schedule starts getting released, make your own! You can use the My Show aspect of the NYCC website/app, or you can do what I do and make a spreadsheet. Odds are that you will not get to do everything you want, so I suggest focusing on one thing each day and concentrate on getting to do that. Then everything else you get to do is just extra.
Keep in mind that not everything that happens at the convention will be on the NYCC website! If you're not already, follow your favorite vendors, stars, authors, artists, etc., on Twitter and keep an eye on announcements. I'd also recommend making frequent visits to forums like Friends of Comic Con or the NYCC subreddit for news. Individual booths have their own schedules for giveaways and signings, some of which require nabbing a wristband or ticket first thing in the morning. Last year, several studios had activations in the Crystal Palace (the Javits lobby). Doing any of these required waiting in line, so keep that in mind when making your schedule!
Speaking of lines, aside from the Main Stage, which is cleared after every panel, panels are first come, first served and DO NOT clear. If there is a panel you really want to see, and you want a good seat, I'd recommend aiming for the panel right before it, and then trying to move up when people leave at the end.
Have a backup plan! And make sure your backup plan has a backup plan. I usually have three separate schedules, with Plan A being the stuff I really want to do, and Plans B and C being stuff I'm interested in that I wouldn't mind doing if I can't do whatever is on Plan A.
Buy Autographs and Photo Ops in Advance
Some special guests have autographing and photo sessions that can be purchased. These will be made available on the NYCC website and can be bought either at the con or in advance. I recommend buying anything you want in advance. Keep in mind, not all of the guests attending NYCC will have these sessions.
When the sales go live, there will be more instructions for you. For photo ops, you are generally instructed to pick an appointment time, and then to show up around 15 minutes prior to the time. For autographs, you will have to check the guest's schedule in the autographing area when you arrive.
Remember, the focus of New York Comic Con is not autographs and photo ops; it's the panels, the show floor, and Artist Alley. That isn't to say there won't be good guests, but year-to-year, people tend to focus only on the guests doing autos and get disappointed that there aren't bigger names. If that's what you're going for, you might be happier at a smaller, fan-run convention or something like Wizard World, which tend to emphasize the guest/fan interactions more. (They also tend to be cheaper.)
Look at the Maps
Closer to the convention, various maps will pop up on the New York Comic Con site. These maps are your friends! There is a show floor map, a convention center layout, and other helpful guides (like where the offsites are located). If there is something specific you want to do, make sure you check out the map so you have an idea of where you're going.
In general, when you first enter the convention center, you're in what is called the Crystal Palace. The Crystal Palace has Registration and Will Call as well as various installations and exhibits.
Last year, Javits panels (except for Main Stage), were all held in Hall 1A, which is around where you will be let into the convention center, on the lower level. Most autographs and photo ops are in Hall 1B. The Queue Hall is 1C. Main Stage is 1D. Last year, Artist Alley was in Hall 1E.
The convention floor is Level 3 and has multiple entrances along the Crystal Palace.
Private autographs (the lottery ones) were held on Level 4, which is also where the press area is located. Level 4 is only accessible to people who won a private autographing session or press, exhibitors, and VIPs (and maybe professionals, I'm not actually sure about that).
Prepare Your Bag
What kind of bag you bring depends entirely on you. I usually bring a backpack and an extra tote to carry anything I buy. I almost always just buy art at New York Comic Con, and having a separate bag prevents the prints from getting bent. You don't have to bring a backpack if you don't want, but depending on how long you're going to be at the convention, and how much you intend to buy, I'd suggest carrying one. New York Comic Con usually has free bags available somewhere, and last year Syfy gave out free ones, so if you don't want to bring an extra, you'll still be able to grab one somewhere.
Here's a small list of things that will be helpful to you during your time at New York Comic Con:
- Portable phone charger or extra battery – Outlets are few and far between. In past years, some booths have had charging stations set up, but there will not be many ports available, so bring spares and backups to keep your phone charged! (I also recommend turning off push notifications from the NYCC app, should you choose to download it.)
- Hoodie or light jacket – October in NYC is unpredictable, weather wise. Sometimes it's warm and sunny, and I'm okay in jeans and a t-shirt. Two years ago, it was chilly and rainy, and I needed a hoodie and an umbrella. Plus, while the show floor can get stuffy, the panel rooms are usually air conditioned. Best to layer!
- Refillable water bottle – It's very important to hydrate at a convention. There are water fountains all over the place, and bottled water is expensive.
- Rubber bands (for posters) or a poster tube – If you're planning on purchasing posters, I'd bring your own tube. (Some vendors will also sell tubes.) But a lot of booths give out posters as freebies, and if you get any of the signings in the lotteries, they'll usually give you a poster for the cast to sign, and it can get awkward carrying them around. So bring something to roll them up!
- Snacks – Is there food in the Javits? Yes, there is. But it's pricey, so I'd recommend bringing your own.
- Deodorant – A lot of people go to NYCC. People sweat.
- Cash – There are ATMs in the Javits, if you don't mind paying the fees. But if you can go to a bank before the convention and grab some cash, I would. Everywhere in the Javits takes cards, and now so do most vendors and artists, but wi-fi in the convention center is spotty, so bring cash. How much depends on you, but I wouldn't bring everything in cash, just in case.
I briefly touched on this before, but it's important, so I'll go a little more in depth. There is a food court on the lower level of the Javits with quite a few food options. There are also a couple of places in the Crystal Palace to grab a quick bite, including two Starbucks. For the past several years, there have been "fandom" food trucks just outside the convention center. However, the food is NOT cheap – even the drinks in the vending machines are $4 – so I'd recommend bringing your own.
The Javits allows outside food (Madison Square Garden and Hammerstein Ballroom are a little more strict about what you can bring in – make sure anything you take there is SEALED), so I always bring my own with me. If you're coming in early, search Google for grocery stores near where you're staying and grab some essentials. (My standard con food is peanut butter sandwich, Goldfish crackers, fruit snacks, beef jerky, and protein bar.) Depending on where you're coming from, you'll probably pass by a deli on your way to the con in the morning, so you can duck in and pick up something there. The Duane Reade on 8th and 34th (near Penn Station and MSG) has things like sandwiches and salads that are ready to go.
There is seating available in the food court and sporadically in the Crystal Palace, but it's not uncommon to see people sitting on the floor, on the stairs, or on the curb outside (weather permitting). Basically, sit wherever you find the space, so long as you're not in the way.
If you need a break from the con, or if you want dinner on your way out, there isn't anything in the immediate vicinity, but if you walk a couple blocks up to 10th Ave or 9th Ave, there are plenty of relatively inexpensive restaurants for you to choose from. NYC is a city of food. There are literally thousands of restaurants. You will be able to find something you like.
Getting to the Javits
There are multiple ways to get to the Javits! If you are staying in one of the "official" convention hotels, then you are probably within walking distance. The Javits is located on 11th Avenue between 34th Street and 39th Street. The main entrance is located between 37th and 38th Streets.
If you are not within walking distance, there are still multiple different ways (other than, you know, Uber, Lyft, taxi).
- The 7 train to Hudson Yards. The 7 is the easiest way to get to the Javits, and you can transfer to the 7 from virtually any other line in the city. Most trains you will transfer to the 7 at Times Square, but for the BDFM lines you will transfer at Bryant Park, and the 456 will transfer at Grand Central. Take the 7 train to the very end of the line – Hudson Yards station. It is almost directly across the street from the Javits.
- ACE lines or New Jersey Transit to Penn Station. If you are coming from New Jersey, you will probably be taking NJT, which will take you to Penn Station. You can also take the A, C, or E trains to Penn and walk from there. From Penn Station you will want to head to 34th St and walk in the opposite direction of the Empire State Building, almost all the way to the river. (If you are going to Hammerstein or MSG, stay in the area! MSG is directly above Penn, Hammerstein is basically just around the corner.
- The M34 bus. The M34 bus goes down 34th Street to the Javits, if you don't want to walk. You want to be on the north side of the street to head west to the Javits.
Getting in Line
Well…this one is tricky. New York Comic Con is notorious with their poor line-handling. NYCC lines (outside the convention center, at least) can get chaotic and confusing.
One important thing to remember is that there are two separate entrances to the Javits. The one closest to 34th Street is for professionals, exhibitors, press, and VIPs. If you have a regular attendee badge, you are to use the entrance on 11th Ave between 37th and 38th Streets. In the morning, the line will start there and then go down 40th Street and wrap around behind the Javits.
The convention center opens at 7am, at which point you are funneled into the building – going through security (metal detectors and bag check) and tapping your badge – and down into the Queue Hall. No matter what you are doing, you are directed to the Queue Hall. Exclusives? Queue Hall. Convention floor? Queue Hall. Panels? Queue Hall.
Inside the Queue Hall, they have separate lines depending on what you're there for.
- The LEFT side of the Queue Hall will be divided into different chutes, one for each Main Stage panel that day. Line up in the appropriate chute for a chance at one of the remaining seats.
- The RIGHT side of the Queue Hall is the "everything else" line. If you want to go to any other Javits panels, the convention floor, or Artist Alley, you line up here.
Remember, if you are doing the programming at Madison Square Garden, Hammerstein Ballroom, or Hudson Mercantile, it is NOT necessary to go to the Javits first. Head to whichever offsite and line up there! Be advised that each venue has its own rules about outside food and drink. I know MSG does not let in anything that isn't sealed.
The entrance to the Theater at Madison Square Garden is on 33rd St and 8th Ave. Hammerstein Ballroom is in the Manhattan Center, located on 34th St, just past 8th Ave, across from the AMC Theater. Hudson Mercantile is on 36th St and 10th Ave.
You can get there early if you want to, but unlike SDCC, is it really not necessary to camp out for anything at New York Comic Con. In fact, I wouldn't recommend it. There isn't a lot close by that's open all night to get food or use the restroom, it's all pavement, and it will be October, so the weather is difficult to predict.
Follow NYCC Lines on Twitter for real-time updates on the status of various lines!
What's in the Javits?
Here's a basic overview of stuff that's available in the Javits Center.
- Food court. Check out the "Food" section for more.
- Lost and Found. Located in the Security Office.
- Wi-fi. It's not great, but there is free wi-fi available during NYCC.
- Coat Check. There is a coat and bag check across from the Starbucks on the lower level of the Crystal Palace. Cost is $3 per item. You can not use anything with wheels (except regular-sized strollers and wheelchairs, of course) on the show floor without an ADA sticker.
- ATM. There is at least one ATM in the Javits. I'm 95% sure it's a Chase and I want to say it's near the Main Stage in 1D.
Main Stage Panels
If you were unsuccessful at getting a Main Stage panel seat in the Pre-Show Lottery, you can line up in the Queue Hall for another chance. Remember, there will be a separate chute for each panel. This is first come, first served. Each chute is labeled white a giant whiteboard. A whiteboard at the entrance to the Queue Hall will say whether or not a line has been capped.
Starting at around 9:30am, they will start tapping badges to register you for the panel. They'll go through the line until the panel is full. Once you tap your badge, you should get an email verifying that you have a spot in the panel. Then, you can go enjoy the convention! About 35 minutes before the panel, head back down to the Queue Hall, where they will tap your badge and let you in line.
It is difficult, though not impossible, to get into more than one panel, but I would pick which one you want to do most and get in that line first. You'll be able to judge your odds once you see what the lines look like in the morning. It also depends on when they start tapping badges, because it's not consistent year-to-year or even day-to-day and panel-to-panel.
Hit the Floor
Don't miss the floor! Use the map if you're interested in something specific, but if not, just browse! The floor at New York Comic Con is home to publishers (books and comics), studios, TV shows, and various vendors featuring all sorts of geeky merchandise. If you're interested in signings or giveaways, the booths generally have paper copies of their schedule to hand out so you know when everything is.
The floor is crowded, so be mindful of others when walking. If you have a backpack, make sure you don't smack anyone with it when you turn around. Don't stop suddenly in the middle of the aisle and generally just try to keep the flow moving until you can step aside and out of the way. If you see a cosplayer you like, be polite! Cosplay is NOT consent. Ask if you can take their picture, and move off to the side so as to not block the aisles. If you're really into cosplay, a lot of cosplayers convene directly in front of the Javits on the interior roadways.
Make sure you visit Artist Alley, as well! A lot of artists open up commissions before the convention, so keep an eye out for that. New York Comic Con always posts a list of the artists attending with a sample of some of their work, so you can scroll through that and see if anything catches your eye.
Meet People
Every year, New York Comic Con hosts several fan meetups! Set aside in their own room, you can check the schedule for the show or genre you're interested in, and then go and meet like-minded fans. I know for sure there is always a Harry Potter meetup.
I've also met quite a few people by just talking to the people nearby me in line, or sitting beside me in panels. Cons are a great way to meet people who share your interests.
Need a Break?
If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed, you can head outside the convention center for a bit for some fresh air, or visit the Quiet Room, on the lower level, near the Queue Hall.
Did I Forget Something?
Probably! I tried to make this as comprehensive as possible, but when you're a local who's been attending for years, it's hard to think of what new attendees might need to know. If there's something I didn't cover, or that isn't covered in any of the pages I linked to, feel free to ask, and I'll do my best to answer.
I hope I see some of you at New York Comic Con this October!
Editor's Note 5/29/18 11:01AM: Have updated all dead links with current links (and deleted any links which no longer exist).
Editor's Note 5/29/18 11:44AM: Have added ADA section.
Editor's Note 6/11/18 1:03PM: Have added links for managing and assigning badges. Also updated hotel information and badge sale information.
Editor's Note 6/14/18 11:33AM: Have updated badge sale time.
Editor's Note 9/14/18 9:38PM: Have added "Getting to the Javits" section and lottery link.
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Wedding Beauty Regime
All brides want to look fresh, radiant and beautiful on their wedding day. Looking great takes effort and does not happen overnight. So it is necessary to make the effort to take care of yourself well before your wedding day. Here are some tips to help you do just that!
Soft and Smooth Lips
Soft and supple lips can make a person look very attractive. A smear of Vaseline or honey on your lips at night will give them the soft and supple look the next day. Once a week, gently brush your lips using a toothbrush and warm water. Do this in a circular motion. Brushing your lips will help remove dead cells and make them softer. Alternatively, you can buy a lip scrub.
Taking Care of Your Feet
After a long tiring day, soak your feet in a basin of warm water mixed with a handful of fragrant bath salts. After 10 minutes, wash your feet (using a simple soap and water wash is sufficient). It will make you feel better, refreshed.
Liberally apply Vaseline (or a similar cream) to your feet and use a soak before you go to bed. In the morning, the skin on your feet will be soft and moist.
Once a week, take a foot filer and scrub your heels. Using a toothpick, clean the edges and grooves around your toenails to remove any dirt that has accumulated. Apply cold cream or moisturiser before winding up. This will make the skin soft and prevent people from running away at the sight of your feet!
Eyes are the windows to the soul. The area around your eyes is very sensitive and requires special attention. Using eye cream is necessary as the area around the eyes is usually
tthe first to get wrinkles. Remember to treat the area very gently; never rub too hard around the eyes.
Black circles and wrinkles can be prevented by applying vitamin A or retinol-enriched eye cream. Vitamin A repairs the skin and makes it look younger. Creams containing vitamin C are also good as they can stimulate the growth of collagen and thus battle early signs of aging. For tired or puffy eyes, place a cotton pad soaked in chilled rose water across your brow and over your eyes. Also, keep thin slices of cucumber ready in the refrigerator for placing over your eyes.
Applying pure castor oil to your eyebrows and lashes, particularly those who have scanty growth, will make them grow thicker and longer.


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Go Full-Time, Erase Debt, Enjoy
More Freedom And Spend More
Time With Your Family
By Making Six Figures Online
Working Part-Time!"
To Make $10,000.00 Per Month While You
Put In Less Than An Hour Of Work Per Day,
Read Every Word On This Page...
Because It Can And Will Change Your Life!
From: Alan Knapp, Madison, AL, US
Dear friend and fellow income seeker,
I have no idea how you stumbled into this website.
Maybe you clicked on an ad… Maybe a friend referred you… Perhaps you stumbled into it by pure dumb luck.
But however you got here, you have arrived, at what is, without question, the most valuable website on the internet.
Here's why:
You're about to discover the long lost secret to making money from home.
And I bet you dollars to doughnuts, its going to instantly put you on the fast-track to success… no matter if you struggled for ages or if you're just getting started.
I don't care if you're white, black, chinese, mexican… gay, straight, bisexual… male, female or somewhere in-between… young as a noun or old as dirt…
I promise…
By the time you're done reading this short report, you will know exactly how to make money online.
Also, believe it or not, I'm going to ask nothing in return for exposing these jealously-guarded secret to you.
What's that?! Are you saying you're going to give it to me for free?
You Pay Nothing…
Nada... Zilch!
What's that you say?
Sounds too good to be true?
Okay. I totally get it.
Let me guess...
Are you too leery to respond to those "make money online ads" that promise the world, charge hundreds of dollars upfront and never deliver the goods?
I can't blame you.
I, for one, am sick of watching drawn-out videos that boast about the world's next best money-making system.
In my humble (but accurate) opinion, whoever comes up with this crap should be thrown in jail.
I mean, have you watched those BS videos?
They go something like this:
"Hi this is Joe Screwthemhard. I'm a hot shot guru and I make a ton of money online. Here's the red Ferrari parked in the drive way of this giant mansion which I happen to have purchased recently (all in cash, mind you!) with internet money."
Oh, you're saying you have seen these B.S.?
Great! Because I want you to know this isn't anything like that!
In fact, I want you to grab every book, course, webinar coaching program and push button software you've purchased recently and I want you to…
Trash It!
Here's why:
Almost every piece of advice you've heard about working from home is outdated or false .
Most of it is taught by amateurs… Some of it is just flat out lies .
I'm not pulling your leg. This is as serious as cancer.
Would you like to know the straight up truth about working from home… as someone who's successfully done it for years.
But first, let me take you (and myself) on a quick "refresher course" on everything you've been told so far that doesn't work.
If you're new to the online scene, you're going to find this refresher course extremely valuable. In fact, I estimate, this information is going to save you ¾ of $100,000.00!
If you've been online for a while, and you've been paying attention, you probably know most or at least some of this stuff. Bear with me as I quickly plow through these deadly blunders. Maybe you'll learn something, who knows? Anyway, let's get going!
You sign your own death warrant the moment you hit your warm market (because you're told that's the 1st thing you should do, right?).
This is how, very quickly, you screw yourself out of money, success and accolades that got you into this funky internet business in the first place.
Let me 'xplaneth:
First you chase your friends and family away.
You quickly morph into the weirdo no one wants to hang out with.
Your friends cast you out because you're an individual thinker.
Because you're different now.
You're driven by success. Not limitation. And that's great... but not one person who is close to you wants to join your business, except your mother, who has so much faith in you, she'll blindly follow you like a lamb.
Next, you're told to start hitting people up on social media sites.
Dumb! Dumb! Dumb!
This is as effective as randomly calling prospective buyers out of a telephone book. All you get is...
...Tons Of Rejection!
Do you know of anyone who will voluntarily agree to be humiliated on day to day basis for peanuts?
Not me!
I can think of easier ways to make a living like scrubbing toilets at the local 7-11.
Or, if push comes to shove, I can always apply to become a walking billboard.
My point: I friggin' hate rejection and I suck at convincing people to buy things.
And if given the choice, I'd much rather have hot prospects flock to me, cash in hand, like flies to honey… than trying to convince strangers to part with their hard-earned dollars.
Here's a quick glimpse into all the other stuff you should avoid like the plague:
- Chasing friends and family
- Face to face selling in your local Starbucks
- Harassing strangers on Flakebook, Twatter and Dorkstagram
Investing $20,000.00 to "position yourself at the top"
- Cold calling leads
- Prospecting on Craigslist
- Getting rejected, cussed at and spit on by prospects
- Having to put more than an hour each day to make six figures
And of course, the most common mistake of all...
...Fake It 'till
You Make It!
This is all wrong… wrong… wrong!
What makes me, Sir Alan of Knapp an expert at this?
Here's what you need to know about me:
Starting out I made every mistake.
For instance, I tried recruiting my best friend into a travel MLM (any wonder we don't talk anymore?)…
And how about that time I positioned myself with a supplement company at the $9,700 level and quit my job believing I hit the jackpot?
Boy, it sure was embarrassing to beg my boss to give me my old job back the next month...
Speaking of embarrassing…
And between you, me and the lamppost…
If you take all the money I've spent on bad-smelling advice… and you scoop it in to one big pile… This pile is going to be worth...
Precisely $75,643.76!
Here's the truth:
it is way more cost effective for you to invest a few minutes to read the rest of this page than to go out there and make three quarters of a hundred thousand dollars worth of bad decisions like I did.
Do you agree?
I'm glad we set the record straight, because now you're finally ready to discover the straight up truth about writing your own paycheck from home using the internet!
First, know that making great money online (I'm talking comfortable six figure income) is not hard.
In fact, what I'm about to show you is deceptively simple.
Don't scoff. That's why I said: "deceptively!" simple.
Look… I've been doing it for years. I've also shown others how to do it. And if you carefully follow the steps revealed below, you too will make money online, I promise.
The solution to all your problems lies within this statement:
"Systems Work, People Fail"
To me, this is truly a rule to live by. To you...
It Is Gospel!
Let explain:
It all boils down to using a system that'll work in spite of you trying your very best to screw it up. How is that possible? Only under one condition: its appeal has to be so "on target" with the market, you literally couldn't chase customers away with a stick.
Sounds like a dream?
Let me make it a dream come true, because this sure-fire solution exists… Plus… it is within your grasp… Plus… anyone can start using it as soon as today no matter location, sex, gender, age, occupation or lack of computer skills.
What's the catch?
How come no one ever told you about it before?
To explain, let's regress for just a second and talk about…
What does this lethal disease have to do with it?
Did you see the movie "Dallas Buyers Club" starring Matthew McConaughey?
It's about an electrician (who also happens to be a hustler) who is diagnosed with AIDS. He sets out to find a cure for himself and his patients and finds it in Mexico.
But before he's able to share the cure with his patients, he finds himself wrestling several pharmaceutical giants who call in favors with FDA and the FBI to shut him up and cover up his discovery.
Because its guaranteed to kill their profits, if they don't!
This movie is based on a true story.
And what it illustrates so well is how when there's big money at stake, the "higher power" will literally walk over dead bodies to protect its bottom line.
In the same way, when you're trying to make money online, it is extremely profitable to keep you in the dark about the best tactics... the best tools... and the best strategies.
Can you guess what happens next?
Yessir! Next, the industry gets flooded with bad information while the real "cure" is being…
Smuggled Out The Backdoor!
Now before I go on, I want to admit there's some good advice out there.
You're lucky if it crosses your desk. But more often than not, the advice you get is rotten.
I created this website because I know there's a ton of people out there who struggle like I've struggled.
They're being kept in the dark about what really works.
They desperately need someone to show them how to make this business work... even if they flunked every test in high school!
That's why I created this website.
And what's different about this site from all the other sites that offer "help" in exchange for an inflated upfront investment... is that the life-changing information revealed on this website is yours...
You see, I really and truly don't need your money.
Because in stark contrast to almost every other so-called "internet marketing expert," who makes a living selling you "how to" information (instead of actually doing what they preach in the real world), selling money-making advice is not my business.
So why do this?
What's in it for me?
Call me crazy, but I believe this information should be easily attainable and widely accessible… same as good healthcare and drinking water!
You see... I believe, all things being equal, to minimize risk and maximize ROI... you should only invest your hard-earned dollars in an...
Ideal Income Opportunity!
I bet no one ever told you what makes an income opportunity ideal and where to look for one, did they?
No worries!
Because I'll reveal exactly where to look and how to tell right here... right now!
But first, let me explaineth something just as important!
Here's what an ideal income opportunity is not...
a) it is not a push-button software that's supposed to make you rich overnight. That stuff doesn't exist. Get over it!
b) it has nothing to do with the "Secret" or wishful thinking. For the most part, that stuff doesn't work either without massive action and a proven blueprint
c) it requires no cold calling, prospecting or chasing leads. In fact, an ideal income opportunity has leads showing up on your doorstep, cash in hand, ready to talk business!
d) it doesn't demand a lot of free time or advanced technical skills. An ideal income opportunity is a lot like a car or a laptop -- you don't need to know "how" it works to use it to make your life easier.
Do you agree so far?
Good. Thought you would, because I too don't like it when my work distracts me from having fun. And now that you know what an ideal business doesn't looks like, there's something I'd like you to know about me and my journey which led to this life-chancing discovery:
I got into Internet marketing by necessity. That's different to most people. The vast majority of online marketers get into this business to buy a ticket into the good life.
They picture vacations, travel, six figure income, time freedom and luxury. Some look for a steady income to replace their job. And a few are just muck around for fun. They like the idea of being an internet marketer, but they never commit to this business or achieve anything worth writing home about.
I, on the other hand, had to find means to pay the bills from home.
Several years ago my wife became a diabetic and started having trouble with her breathing.
That's me and her on the right. Before she got sick.
I came home from work one day and found her asleep in her favorite chair. But she was unresponsive. I couldn't wake her up. I called 911.
Eventually I did get her to wake up, and when the medics arrived, they checked her oxygen. It was about 50%.
She was about to go in her sleep. If I hadn't come home on time that day, I likely would have come home to a dead wife. I'll never forget November 9th, 1999.
They took her to the hospital, and the doctor ended up doing a tracheostomy. That's a hole in the throat for breathing.
She was on oxygen from then on.
We had an oxygen concentrator in the house, and we had to carry oxygen tanks whenever we traveled.
Over time, she began to lose mobility. She was in three different nursing homes. They tried to rehabilitate her, and eventually sent her home on June 18, 2007. She had some mobility but soon lost it again.
Debts were piling up.
We had to rent a hospital bed and put it in our living room. Caregivers were required 24/7.
Soon we reached the point where there was just no more money to pay the caregivers, so I had to be the caregiver.
I worked from home Monday through Thursday and went to the office on Fridays. I tried several things in internet marketing and had no success.
My wife passed away on October 6, 2009.
Since then, I have continued to try to make money online to pay off my debts. I did make a little for a short time, but it dried up,and I never was able to produce any steady income.
I threw myself into online marketing. I had to pay off all the medical bills. But having a full time day job made it difficult to make any progress, because I had limited to invest in my online business.
It was a constant struggle with so many things, some of which looked quite promising, others seemingly making good money with them, but not me.
What I hated most was the frustration of not being able to find success, constantly running out of money, and just not knowing what to do about all those bills and debts.
I digress...
I'll be happy to tell you more about my journey, but first...
I promised to tell you about an ideal income opportunity and I'm about to keep my promise.
What To Look For In An Ideal "Work From Home" Opportunity
Here's the four clues you need to look for in an income opportunity:
- It is accessible from any location and any device. This way, as long as you have a laptop or a smartphone, and it's hooked up to the interweb, you can make money by the pool, at work, at home and even while visiting aunt Sandy in Iowa.
- It costs less than $100. Oh, no! You didn't expect to make money for free, did you? How else are you going to keep freeloaders and tire kickers away? A nominal fee is required to keep it nice and clean for everyone involved. If you have ever been a part of a "free" income opportunity, you know exactly what I mean.
- Takes less than 30 minutes to set up. You always want to invest at least 30 minutes to make sure all the vitally important components are in place. Your personal account details, your bank account (otherwise how are you going to get paid), your contact information and so on.
- IMPORTANT: No Risk Money Back Guarantee. 30 days, 60 days, 90 days… The longer the better. You shouldn't, even for a second, put your hard earned dollars at risk. At least not until you've earned your first commission check.
Here's what you can expect to happen as soon as you follow my advice and become a member of an opportunity that has every component listed above:
You can expect to instantly stop feeling stressed, confused and overloaded with information.
You'll notice an immediate feeling of relief, because you no longer need to chase your prospective buyers or do any convincing or selling. Remember, an ideal income opportunity has targeted prospects knocking on your door instead.
And (the part I enjoy most) you'll witness your bank account grow faster than you ever dreamed possible whether or not you work, get sick or go on a 30 day mission to feed the hungry children of Namibia.
Get Started Right Now
Okay, so there you go.
I just gave you the keys to the kingdom.
Any work from home opportunity that follows the rules listed above is a great way to make a living from anywhere in the world.
It's guaranteed to work.
The next step is to find and join such opportunity.
Yes... even if you still have doubts... action still beats meditation!
And if you'd like to go on a web expedition to find one, be my guest.
I won't wish you luck, because you don't need it...
I already gave you the tools and knowledge you need to make a wise intelligent decision. Now, my friend, you make your own luck!
If you hate risk (like me!) and you like to play it safe...
And only if you're an action taker (someone who's taking consistent action to improve themselves every single day), listen up.
Here's What I Got For You:
If you're curious to discover what my ideal work from home opportunity of choice is, I'd love to tell you more about it... and perhaps even coach you until you're making $10,000.00 per month from your laptop.
If that's something you'd like to learn more about, read below.
Here's What You Need To Do Next:
You'll be happy to discover the opportunity I decided to work with and have been for well over a year at this point, is very affordable and easy to work with for a complete internet beginner.
It is also risk-free and guaranteed to work.
(Yes! As in actually guaranteed-to-work-or-your-money-back guarantee!)
To get started, I want you to watch this 2-minute video…
It explains everything you need to know before you join, including the price, the guarantee, the results you can expect and the required time you need to set aside to get these results.
What you should do is, you should shut off all distractions and you should click here and watch the short video in full.
Then, if you don't like what you see, just leave.
On the other, if after reading this page… and then… watching this video… then… if you still want to join me in this opportunity, all you have to do is carefully fill out the order form (which is going to appear below the 2-minute video you need to watch here) with your personal information, your credit card information (MasterCard, Visa or AMEX is fine) and you'll gain instant access to my system.
Your information will never be shared or sold.
By the way, it's perfectly fine if you have no online experience whatsoever. In fact, it's even better this way, because you won't have to un-learn any of the "bad habits."
Once you're done with the video, if you feel it's not a good fit, just leave. No obligation. No catch.
You'll be on your way to picking up the next bright shiny object in no time!
Get started right now by clicking the big green button below.
Thank you for reading this message. I sincerely hope I helped you…
And again, thank you for reading this.
Alan Knapp
P.S. If you'd like to learn more about my background before ordering, please send me an email with your questions to email@example.com.
Also, since email tends to get lost and undelivered, please write a message on my Facebook wall (click here to visit my Facebook page) and I promise I'll get back to you as quickly as I can.


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Kanye West's quest for that Vogue cover is still waging on. Reports that he took the glossy's leading lady, Anna Wintour, out to lunch are just beginning to buzz through the wires.
One can argue that the two were simply sharing a casual luncheon as friends at the Beverly Hills Polo Lounge. When details of West dominating the conversation are thrown into the mix, however, that assumption dissolves faster than Kris Jenner can jump on a franchise opportunity.
According to Page Six, Anna "did not get a word in edgewise." The apparently "intense" conversation might have also focused on West's 2014 goal of becoming a design mogul. He might've even called her up as a mentor for tips on really becoming the fashion designer he knows his true self to be. All inferences point toward getting Kim Kardashian featured somewhere in the mega-fashion magazine, though. That, or he was really, really aggravated his croissants weren't brought out fast enough. (Page Six)