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Pants as beach coverups, playful prints, bright hues wow at swim fashion week Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:24PMMIAMI BEACH, Fla. - Next summer, women can be comfortable, feel glamorous and look trend-right in pants as beach coverups. Bold-coloured and printed pantsuits were one of the popular styles on the runway during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim 2012, which ended Monday.
Top Spots For Crafting Supplies Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:27AMWhether it's the need to knit and crochet or paint or build, crafters need the right supplies to ply their trade. Sometimes you need a big store to find your supplies, other times you're in need of a specialty store.
Countywide business happenings Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 5:12PMSome of the business rumors I’ve been hunting are making an extra loop around the roundabout this month, but fortunately, here are a few updates from around the county. read more
Trend Alert: Feather Accessories Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 7:33AMUS's summer fashion trend consists of a lot of bohemian details like crochet tops and cover-ups, maxi dresses and skirts, and hippie-inspired patterns and designs that gave way to one of the emerging trend this season— feather accessories . Stars like Gwyneth Paltrow , Vanessa Hudgens , Selena Gomez , Jessica Szohr and others have been wearing everything feather and peacock, from their crowning ...
Elegant Numbers Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:06AM Growing up with parents who valued both artful design and meticulous craftsmanship, Claire Kahn naturally applies both in her fine-art jewelry. To create her extraordinary “snakes,” ropes and embellished... Read more »
Volunteer opportunities for July 10 Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:06PMFor more information call the Volunteer Center at 360-741-2622. An expanded list of volunteeropportunities is available at www.volunteer.ws.
Volunteer opportunities for July 3 Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 12:08PMPuget Sound Habitat for Humanity: Habitat is having a new volunteer orientation at 11 a.m., July 16, at 415 Olympia Ave. N.E., Olympia. For information and to RSVP, call 360-956-3456, ext. 3.
Knitted frocks are in Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 5:19AMIf you want to update your look with a more interesting fabric, why not invest in a rustic knit dress for the ultimate take on the cute boho trend? The dress is the perfect way to flash some flesh with a range of cute knit and crochet patterns, and looks great teamed with a variety of accessories.
Project Linus sews good will for patients Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 12:30AMMario Soto doesn’t really care what his classmates have to say about his crocheting and sewing habit. It calms his nerves, helps him think, and ultimately provides blankets for children in need.
Boomer hats reach 5,000 Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 7:13AMMore hats for babies
Six swimsuit styles with matching cover-ups Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 11:00PMCheck out our favourite bathing suit styles for the beach or poolside
Calendar: Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 1:20AMEvents "A Walk To Remember" will be shown for free from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Richard Burges Regional Branch Library, 9600 Dyer.
Darling dresses 0 Sunday, June 19, 2011 @ 1:12AMNicole's khaki dress features an exposed zipper and a fitted, cummerbund style waistband ($24.97, Zellers, zellers.com).
Volunteer opportunities for June 19 Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 4:19PMFor more information call the Volunteer Center at 360-741-2622. An expanded list of volunteeropportunities is available at www.volunteer.ws.
Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 1:03AMEvents Garnier will have a recycling drive Friday and Saturday at the Walmart at 4530 Woodrow Bean, and Saturday and Sunday at the Walmart at 9441 Alameda Ave.
Living On The Edge Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 10:55AMGUESS Eyewear presents a bold selection of optical and sun styles for men and women.
Ladies of Queens show off their comfortable, chic styles Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 10:18PMFrom chic and tailored to casual and colorful, these ladies of Queens have their signature styles down.
Expose your quilts at the Prairie n' Peaks Quilt Festival Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 10:34AMLet's join the Kootenai Brown Pioneer Village in a unique and exciting opportunity to preserve and exhibit a highly eye-catching part of our frontier history.
Portsmouth area community calendar Monday, May 30, 2011 @ 1:50PMPlease send Portsmouth area community calendar items to community@seacoastonline.com.
Accessory of the week Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 5:31AMA great-looking coverup can make even last year’s swimsuit look new. Even better: If you’re shopping for a swimsuit this season, look for a coordinating coverup as well. Crochet and pointelle patterns are popular, but there are many styles from which to choose.
Portsmouth area community calendar Monday, May 23, 2011 @ 1:11AMPlease send Portsmouth area community calendar items to community@seacoastonline.com.
It's the little things moms do that matter Sunday, May 8, 2011 @ 2:03AMIt was the question I disliked most. As soon as she heard the door open after the school bus dropped me off, Mom would call out and ask if anyone had noticed my new skirt. Or blouse. Or dress. The ones she'd worked so hard to make.
Spring Crochet Ideas Saturday, May 7, 2011 @ 7:12PMWarm weather crochet. It's time to crochet lighter weight and cooler patterns. Get away from the heat.
9,800 eggs festoon German retiree's Easter tree Sunday, April 24, 2011 @ 10:13AMSAALFELD, Germany (AP) — Volker Kraft's apple sapling sported just 18eggswhen he first decorated it forEasterin 1965. Decades later, the sturdy tree is festooned with 9,800eggs, artfully decorated with everything from sequins to sea shells.
Shop shares passion for knitting, beading Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 11:14PMOn June 23, 2010, Cacklin’ Hens: Vermont Yarn, Beads and Gift Emporium made its Middlebury debut. The store, located at 383 Exchange Street, opened soon after Main Street’s Vermont Beads and Fibers closed for business. Cacklin’ Hens’ owner, Cheryl Burnham, who is also the theatre department coordinator at the College, seized the opportunity to open her shop, as it catered to the audience that ...
German Tree Wows Visitors by Being Decorated With 9,800 Easter Eggs Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 11:04AMVolker Kraft's apple sapling sported just 18 eggs when he first decorated it for Easter in 1965. Decades later, the sturdy tree is festooned with 9,800 eggs, artfully decorated with everything from sequins to sea shells.
9,800 eggs and counting: Easter tree in Germany going strong after 46 years Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 6:01AMSAALFELD, Germany (AP) — Volker Kraft's apple sapling sported just 18 eggs when he first decorated it for Easter in 1965. Decades later, the sturdy tree is festooned with 9,800 eggs, artfully decorated with everything from sequins to sea shells.
Experts from two of the country's biggest malls break down the season's seven hot trends Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 1:37AMMore than any season in recent memory, this spring truly offers something for everyone, with romantic trends reminiscent of bygone eras, vibrant colours that add energy and excitement and an updated safari look.
Conference gives women time to reflect Sunday, April 10, 2011 @ 12:48AMKim Heron ran across a prayer afghan when she was looking for crochet patterns on the Internet. She ran with the idea and had a friend help her make a prayer quilt.
Bulletin Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 2:38PM‘The Miracle Worker’
Line Knitwear inspired by European settlers Saturday, March 26, 2011 @ 11:22PMLine Knitwear is on the move and guaranteed an encore following their Friday night show at LG Fashion week.
Version 2.0 of the Red Heart iPhone App is Released Tuesday, March 22, 2011 @ 2:46AMThe 2.0 version of the Red Heart iPhone app is available now. There are several new features that in the new release that improve the user experience. (PRWeb March 22, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/3/prweb8219499.htm
Selling like hotcakes: The traditional paper doily makes a comeback as home baking soars Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 10:34PMOne popular store has sold more than 17million of the placemats since 2003. And in respond to this demand one company has released vibrantly coloured products.
Calendar: Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 1:04AMEvents -- The city of El Paso, the Downtown Management District and the Central Business Association will meet at 9 a.
Current: Top celebrity stylists, rain boots and more Sunday, March 20, 2011 @ 5:02AMThe Hollywood Reporter magazine has compiled its first-ever list of the 25 most-powerful celebrity stylists, and Rachel Zoe, who dressed host Anne Hathaway on Oscar night, is at the top, reports the Associated Press.
Long, longer, longest Friday, March 18, 2011 @ 5:01AMShort skirts and skinny jeans of seasons past have some competition this spring. Hemlines that hit below the knee or longer are back with vengeance. So are pants with wider legs.
Bright, bold and printed is heating up swimwear Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 6:07AMThe latest in swimwear this season is colourful, flirty and ever-so-inviting. Welcome back the '60s. Tie dye is fair game again, but this time, it comes in complementary colours, not rainbows.
Love for sewing binds 5 generations Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 2:16AMYou have to wonder what Lina Bateman might think if she could step inside Alchemy fine living boutique at City Place near Mother's Market in Santa Ana.When she sewed clothes and other household items for her family in the early 20th century, she did it by hand or with a
Calendar: Your guide to today, tomorrow and beyond Saturday, March 12, 2011 @ 1:05AMEvents -- Cathedral High School will have a 5K Competitive Run & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8 a.m. Sunday at Ascarate Park, 6800 Delta.
Made with love: Blankets and hats give comfort to children in the hospital | Kitsap Week Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 3:33PMThe blanket in Karen Gerstenberger’s arms is more than a pretty quilt. For her daughter, Katie, it was an important source of comfort while in the hospital. The blanket became Katie’s bathrobe, a blinder to hide her from watching shots, a mask to block smells, and a way to pass the time by discussing the different flowers on the fabric. And after Katie passed away, it became Karen’s motivation ...
Belk Fashion Spring 2011 - 'The New Pretty' Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 4:00AMIt will be love at first sight when Spring 2011 fashion blooms, as "The New Pretty" makes her debut in the wardrobes of America's fashion-fabulous. Change is in the air, so forget everything you thought you knew and get ready to flirt with silhouettes that are more feminine than ever.
Around town for March 10, 2011 Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 2:52AMThe prayer shawl ministry began in 1998 when Janet Bristow and Victoria Galo, graduates of the 1997 Women's Leadership Institute at Hartford Seminary developed the effort as a result of their experience in a program of applied feminist spirit read more »
Yarn bombers in city Monday, March 7, 2011 @ 6:39PMWill spring ever come? It will, but the Yarn Bombers aren't waiting. As you know, one of the first signs of spring is pink cherry blossoms. The Yarn Bombers are planning to make the Joy Kogawa cherry tree in Vancouver bloom early.
North Central Massachusetts Community Calendar Sunday, March 6, 2011 @ 5:50AMSunday, March 6 Breakfast fundraiser: The Ayer Masonic Association will hold its monthly fundraising breakfast from 7:30 to 10 a.
Seniors' knitting projects send warmth to hospital patients Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 12:16AMFor the past five years, a group of approximately half a dozen Senior Citizens Club members have knitted and crocheted objects for patients in area hospitals and nursing homes. The seniors, who get together Wednesday afternoons, have made lap blankets and scarves as well as baby hats, booties and sweaters, among other items. To continue their efforts, the seniors seek donations of either four ...
Calendar Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 4:26AMThe Doings welcomes items for the Community Calendar. Items must be received a minimum of 10 days prior to publication. E-mail items to: doingsnews@pioneerlocal.com.
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All wrapped up in shawls, love Monday, February 28, 2011 @ 9:28AMWhen Bob Jones (not his real name) put the handmade shawl over his shoulders, it was like the weight of the world was lifted and in its place, he felt the warmth of a human kindness.
Building a Tatting Library - Anne Orr Sunday, February 27, 2011 @ 12:14AMA tatting reference library is a wonderful resource for all tatters. Start building your own reference library by acquiring the most influential books of the 20th century.
Volunteer opportunities for Feb. 26 Friday, February 25, 2011 @ 11:31AMFor more information call the Volunteer Center at 360-741-2622. An expanded list of volunteeropportunities is available at www.volunteer.ws.