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Weekly Roundup - Living On Nothing Edition Category: Roundups | Comments(15)
Did you hear about the guy that lives on nothing? No seriously, he lives on zero dollars a day. Meet Daniel Suelo, who lives in a cave outside Moab, Utah. Suelo has no mortgage, no car payment, no debt of any kind. He also has no home, no car, no television, and absolutely no “creature comforts.” But he does have a lot of creatures, as in the mice and bugs that scurry about the cave floor he’s called home for the last three years.
To us, Suelo probably sounds a little extreme. Actually, he probably sounds very extreme. After all, I suspect most of you reading this are doing so under the protection of some sort of man-made shelter, and with some amount of money on your person, and probably a few needs for money, too. And who doesn’t need money unless they have completely unplugged from the grid? Still, it’s an amusing story about a guy who rejects all forms of consumerism as we know it.
The Frugal Roundup
How to Brew Your Own Beer and Maybe Save Some Money. A fantastic introduction to home brewing, something I’ve never done myself, but always been interested in trying. (@Generation X Finance)
Contentment: A Great Financial Principle. If I had to name one required emotion for living a frugal lifestyle it would be contentment. Once you are content with your belongings and your lot in life you can ignore forces attempting to separate you from your money. (@Personal Finance by the Book)
Use Energy Star Appliances to Save On Utility Costs. I enjoyed this post because it included actual numbers, and actual total savings, from someone who upgraded to new, energy star appliances. (@The Digerati Life)
Over-Saving for Retirement? Is it possible to “over-save” for retirement? Yes, I think so. At some point I like the idea of putting some money aside in taxable investments outside of retirement funds, to be accessed prior to traditional retirement age. (@The Simple Dollar)
40 Things to Teach My Kids Before They Leave Home. A great list of both practical and philosophical lessons to teach your kids before they reach the age where they know everything. I think that now happens around 13 years-old. (@My Supercharged Life)
Index Fund Investing Overview. If you are looking for a place to invest with high diversification and relatively low fees (for broader index funds with low turnover), index funds are a great place to start. (@Money Smart Life)
5 Reasons To Line Dry Your Laundry. My wife and I may soon be installing a clothesline in our backyard. In many neighborhoods they are frowned upon - one of the reasons I don’t like living in a neighborhood. I digress. One of our neighbors recently put up a clothesline, and we might just follow his lead. (@Simple Mom)
A Few Others I Enjoyed
* 4 Quick Tips for Getting Out of a Rut * Young and Cash Rich * Embracing Simple Style * First Trading Experience With OptionsHouse * The Exponential Power of Delayed Consumption * How Much Emergency Fund is Enough? * 50 Questions that Will Free Your Mind * Save Money On Car Insurance
PodPonics uses shipping containers to grow food downtown
Created by technology veteran Matt Liotta, the produce is grown within used shipping
containers called pods in a traditional nutrient solution. Each pod utilizes a computer
and a HVAC system to control the container’s environmental factors, which are regulated
based on the plant’s varying needs throughout its life cycle.
CBC News reports: Community garden boom in Vancouver
Despite a tripling of community gardens in Vancouver, the supply has not kept up
with the growing demand, the CBC’s Lisa Johnson reports.
CNN video: New York Restaurant serves home-grown greens with pizza
Think I’ve found the definitive meal of this trip in obscure, industrial Bushwick.
Amid shuttered warehouses, graffiti and empty streets, in an old garage with a cinder
block facade rehabbed into a pizzeria, bakery, beer garden (edible) and borough’s
slacker-organic-locavore HQ.
The Garden Ecology Project - New York City
To document the roles of community gardens in providing healthy food, green space,
and environmental education, in order to build support for community gardening in
urban policy and planning.
To develop environmentally friendly vegetable gardening practices like cover cropping,
with and for urban gardeners.
City grown: Subculture of urban farmers takes hold in Baltimore
Another urban farmer, Tyler Brown, 26, combined his education in politics with a
passion for better produce in urban communities. The result is Real Food Farms,
a project of Civic Works, an AmeriCorps program. Brown and co-creator Steve Blaes
developed the farm in fall 2009. Their six acres utilizes farmable land near Lake
Clifton Eastern High School.
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Read stories here:
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Michael Levenston
City Farmer - Canada’s Office of Urban Agriculture
Scented Stones
Posted by: “Debbie Harlan”
Collect or purchase, smooth, porous pebbles, then use a cotton swab
to paint them with a combination of 8 drops each Ginger and Jasmine
essential oils. Refresh as needed.
You may also use your favorite essential oils.
Place these fragrant stones in decorative bowls, add them to a
miniature sand garden or arrange them around the edge of a tabletop
water fountain.
New Diffusers
AromaSens, Aroma Scenter, Ultrasonic Nebulizer FREE SHIPPING
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April Oils on Sale
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm252457.htm
L&M Companies, Inc. Recalls One Lot of Whole Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk
Contact:
Media Contact: Lee Anne Oxford, 919 981-8003
LeeAnne.Oxford@lmcompanies.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 22, 2011 - L&M Companies, Inc. of Raleigh, NC is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot (1590 cartons) of whole cucumbers because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported in association with this recall, and no other products are involved.
Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis. The recalled product was directly distributed by L&M Companies between March 30th and April 7th to wholesalers in New York (200 cartons), Florida (591 cartons), Illinois (139 cartons), Indiana (30 cartons) and Tennessee (15 cartons), and one retailer with distribution centers in Mississippi (420 cartons), Nebraska (92 cartons), Texas (2 cartons) and Wyoming (101 cartons).
Despite the limited direct distribution of the one recalled lot, L&M Companies is issuing a nationwide recall out of an abundance of caution because the company recognizes the possibility that wholesale customers could have redistributed the product in states beyond those listed above. The recalled lot of bulk cucumbers was harvested in South Florida on March 29th and according to USDA’s Quick Reference for Market Inspectors, cucumbers typically maintain an edible quality for 10-14 days after harvest. The company has accounted for the entire lot of recalled product and requested that customers who may still have the recalled product in inventory remove it from commerce and destroy it immediately. The recalled bulk cartons are marked Nature’s Delight and contain the Lot # PL-RID-002990 on the side of the carton. Only this one lot is being recalled.
The recall comes after the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) informed the company that Salmonella had been found on a randomly selected sample of cucumbers in a cooler at Four Seasons Produce of Central Florida, Inc. on April 13th. The company is working, in coordination with the FDA, to inform customers and consumers of this recall.
Consumers who think they may have the recalled product in their possession should not consume it and should contact the place of purchase to determine if their cucumber is included in this recall.
Consumers or customers with questions may call L&M Companies at 919-981-8003, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Over the April 22-24 holiday weekend, messages left at this number will be retrieved and calls will be returned.
“L&M Companies takes food safety seriously, and we are committed to the customers and consumers who buy our products every day. Our farms are third-party, food safety certified, and they follow good agriculture practices.” said Lee Anne Oxford, company representative. “Even though the recalled lot was only directly distributed to a hand full of states, we are issuing this nationwide, voluntary recall to reduce even the slightest risk to public health.”
Oh Granny, I have been praying for you non-stop.
God is good!
NEWS from CPSC and HC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
www.cpsc.gov
Health Canada
www.hc-sc.gc.ca
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 26, 2011
Release #11-207
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (877) 738-4440
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983
Toro Recalls Power Clear Snowblowers and Recycler Mowers Due to Fire or Burn Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Toro Power Clear Snowblower and the Toro 20” Recycler Mower
Units:
Snowblowers: About 18,000 in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada
Mowers: About 6,000 in the U.S. and 200 in Canada
Manufacturer: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Hazard: The carburetors on both products develop fuel leaks and can ignite when exposed to an ignition source, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been about 500 reports of carburetor leaks. There were no reports of fire or injury.
Description:
Toro PC-421Q Snowblowers: The model/serial numbers are found on a decal on the underside of the rear of the unit. Model and serial numbers are:
Model Number | Serial Number
38588 | 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311003576
38589 | 310000001 to 310999999 and 311000001 to 311999999
Toro 20” Recycler Mower: The model and serial numbers are found on a decal on the left rear of the mower. Model 20323; Serial number 310000001 to 310999999.
Sold at: Toro Dealers in the United States and Canada from September 2009-March 2011.
Manufactured in: Mower in Mexico; Snowblower in the United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact a Toro Service Dealer for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, including the name of a dealer near you, contact Toro toll free at 877-738-4440 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT, or visit Toro’s website: www.toro.com
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=1315
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11207.html
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‘CPSC 2.0’ Launches Product Safety Agency into Social Media — Learn more at http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09346.html
Visit our new blog, OnSafety at www.cpsc.gov/onsafety
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Dollmaker’s Journey CUSTOMER CONNECTION - April 2011 Issue 111
Dollmaker’s Journey CUSTOMER CONNECTION
Dream ~ Imagine ~ Create ~ Grow ~ Believe ~ Magic
At http://dollmakersjourney.com we help your creative dreams come
true.
April 2011 Issue 111
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Copyright 2011 by Dollmaker’s Journey
Dollmaker’s Journey Customer Connection newsletter is a free e-mail
newsletter. Tell your friends, family and fellow dollmakers about us,
and feel free to forward this newsletter to those who might be
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You can read all the past issues online. Go to:
http://dollmakersjourney.com/newsletter/archives.html
The archives include an easy to follow index to all the past issues.
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Dear Dollmaking Friends,
Spring has finally arrived in the Washington, D.C. area. Pollen index
is high, and everyone I meet seems to be coughing and sneezing
(including me, and I didn’t think I was allergic to anything! Maybe I
just have the flu for the THIRD time this year!) It reminds me of a
story my father used to tell. I have never seen it written down;
because it would be impossible to replicate the sounds you need to use
to tell the story properly. You deed to dell id wid a ferry stuffy
dose udil da ferry ed. (Obviously I won’t write the story like this.
It would drive me crazy!) Have a handkerchief ready before you begin.
Wilbur by Bonnie B. Lewis in memory of my father, Frederick W. Babbel
Once upon a time there was a little boy named Wilbur. He was the apple
of his parents’ eye. He was a perfect baby, a wonderful toddler, and
when he turned 5 his parents took him to the doctor for a pre-school
checkup. The doctor asked Wilbur some questions, and then took the
parents aside.
He said, “Wilbur is a wonderful boy, very intelligent, and completely
ready to begin school. However, I noticed when talking to him that he
has a slight speech impediment. I think he needs to have an
operation.”
So he did, but it didn’t do any good.
When Wilbur entered sixth grade, his parents went to a parent-teacher
conference. There his concerned speech teacher told them,
“Wilbur is a wonderful student. He is smart, does his homework, and is
liked by everyone. However, he had a slight problem which all my
therapy hasn’t cured. He has difficulty communicating with the other
children. I think he has a slight speech impediment. Why doesn’t he
have an operation?”
So he did, but it didn’t do any good.
When Wilbur entered High School, he joined the football team. He
dreamed of becoming a quarterback, and worked hard at improving his
game. Finally the coach pulled him aside and gave him the bad news.
“Wilbur, you are a wonderful player, and well liked by the entire
team. However, I can’t encourage you in your dream of becoming a
quarterback, because they have to call out plays, and not everyone can
understand you when you talk. Why don’t you have an operation?”
So he did, but it didn’t do any good.
Wilbur went on to college, and there he met the girl of his dreams.
They fell in love, and soon married. About a year after their
honeymoon, his bride took him aside for a little talk.
“Wilbur, I love you very much. You are a wonderful husband and will
soon become a father. Before our baby is born, I just have one
request. I notice you have a slight speech impediment. Why don’t you
blow your nose?”
(Pull out a big handkerchief and blow your nose really hard. Then
speak in a normal voice.)
So he did. And he has been alright every since.
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I recently told this as a church talent show, and was surprised that
no one had ever heard it. Sometimes the simplest solutions are best.
April is the time for jokes, and this is one of my favorites. Enjoy!
Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter Season!
Bonnie and Mary Ann
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CHARITY CORNER
I read about this relief effort in Do One Nice Thing (http://
www.doonenicething.com/linkout.php?id=1193). I know lots of dollmakers
who make sock dolls and animals. I thought if you had any to spare,
you might want to support this plea.
Following the triple disasters in Japan, more than 100,000 survivors
were evacuated to shelters. As if being traumatized, hungry and
freezing were not enough, survivors were also barefoot. Jason Kelly
heard about that. An American living in Sano, Japan, he started Socks
for Japan, a relief effort to send new socks and care letters from
people around the world to Japanese evacuation centers. A new, clean
pair of socks, and some love from the stranger who sent it, can really
lift a person’s spirits. Jason’s team needs more socks. Can you send a
pair?
*Send only new socks. (Regular socks, NOT Japanese split-toe socks)
*Put each pair in a sealed plastic bag, with a note or child’s drawing
*Write your email address on the package
*IMPORTANT: Write “Urgent: Relief Supplies” on the package. It will
avoid import duties and speed through Customs
Ship to:
Jason Kelly
Plaza Kei 101
Wakamatsu-cho 6 15-6
Sano, Tochigi 327-0846
JAPAN
NOTE: There are many mailing options. First-class postage on a bubble
envelope works best. Ask at the Post Office.
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APRIL SALE
The FAIRIES are once again a-flutter here at Dollmakers Journey.
Spring has sprung in the Northern Hemisphere and you guessed it – our
huge selection of FAIRY patterns are 20% off for the entire month of
APRIL. Be sure to stock up! - http://dollmakersjourney.com/index.html
Remember, visit our website at http://dollmakersjourney.com at the
beginning of each month to see what our new sale will be. That way you
won’t have to wait for a newsletter.
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WORDS TO LIVE BY
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” Albert
Einstein
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MARCH ANSWER
Q: What is greater than God? More evil than the Devil? The poor
already have it. The rich want it. And if you eat it, you die. What is
it?
A: Nothing!
Congratulations to Penny Jarschke from Gardner, Massachusetts. Your
name was selected at random from all of the correct quiz entries, and
you will receive a $10 gift certificate from Dollmaker’s Journey.
Watch for your name in a coming month!
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APRIL QUESTION
Q: What is a Paraprosdokian? Give an example.
Everyone who emails in the correct answers by May 1st (NOTE NEW
DEADLINE) will be entered into a drawing for a $10 gift certificate to
Dollmaker’s Journey. The winner will be announced in the next
newsletter. Email your answers to Bonnie at EnchantedR@aol.com Put
April Quiz in subject box. Please include your full name and where you
live (state/country) in your email. NOTE: Several times in the past a
winner was drawn with no name or state/country included. When that
happens we have to draw again. So please, make sure you include this
information with your answer.
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CHALLENGES/COMPETITIONS
July 15, 2011 – Hoffman Challenge due (new deadline – see rules below)
http://www.hoffmanchallenge.com/entry_rules.html
Learn about new category for the challenge
http://www.hoffmanchallenge.com/challenge2011.html
May 15, 2011 – 3rd Annual “Holiday” Cloth Baby Doll Challenge
March is “World Baby Doll Month”. In honor of that you are challenged
to create a baby doll dressed for a holiday (your choice).
Details at: http://clothdollbabies.com/challenge2011/
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UPCOMING EVENTS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS
March 31 – April 30, 2011 - The work of Lisa L. Lichtenfels
New York City, New York
Lisa’s work of the past three years will be on exhibit at the CFM
Gallery, 236 West 27th Street, (Between 7th and 8th Avenues) 4th Floor
Phone 212-966-3864
www.cfmgallery.com
Click on Lichtenfels to see great photos from her last show.
Gallery open 10 to 6, closed Sunday and Monday
April 23, 2011 – Calgary Doll Club Spring Sale
Acadia Recreation Center, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Open 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
April 28–May 1, 2011 – Artistic Figures in Cloth (AFIC)
Columbus, Ohio
http://www.CyndysDolls.com
Dollmakers Journey will be vendors at this fabulous event!
Saturday, May 7, 2011 - Mini Doll Friends of Southern California’s
34th Annual Doll Show and Sale
10 am – 3 pm.
Al Bahr Shrine Center, 544 Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego, CA 92111
(west side of 163 freeway at Claremont Mesa Rd.)
$6.00 donation....$5.00 with this notice...children under 12 free
information 760-723-0790 or 619-298-2447
May 20-21, 2011 – Mystic of the Northcoast Mermaids of Lake Erie
workshop
Ramada Inn, Elyria, Ohio
Learn to make a masked-faced mermaid with Kooki Davis
For more information contact Gloria Kellon at syloan@att.net
June 9-12, 2011 – Figurative Artists Consortium
Algonquin College, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
http://figurativeartistsconsortium.com
June 23-26, 2011 – Creations in Fiber, Inc. (CIFI)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
http://www.CreationsInFiberInc.com
Or email Diane for space availability at Olough@aol.com
July 23-27, 2011 – 24th Annual National Doll Festival (NDF)
Sheraton Park Hotel, Anaheim, California
For more information, inquiries email: DollFestival@aol.com or
NatlDoll@aol.com
(831) 438-5349 phone
July 24-25 – Doll and Bear Artists Classic (DBAC - Branch of NDF)
Anaheim Plaza Hotel, Anaheim, California
Dolls, bears and miniatures sold. Theme: Phantasy to Reality
For more information go to DollFestival@aol.com or phone (831)
438-5349 phone
July 2011 – UFDC (United Federation of Doll Clubs)
Anaheim Hilton, Anaheim, California
July 2011 – ODACA (Original Doll Artists Council of America)
Anaheim Hilton, Anaheim, California
August 13, 2011 – Day With Dolls
New York, New York
Dollmaker’s Journey will be at this event.
For more information contact Diane Kearney at dmkjersey@optonline.net
August 22-28, 2011 – NIADA (National Institute of American Doll
Artists)
Denver, Colorado
Registration is open now for the NIADA Dollmaking School on August
22-25.
Go here for signups and descriptions. http://www.niada.org/info.html
October 6-11, 2011 – Art Is ... You
Danbury Plaza Hotel, Danbury, Connecticut
For information check out this website:
http://www.art-is-you.com/mysitecaddy/site3/eastcoast-workshops.htm
To save yourself time and energy, get all the details on upcoming doll
related events at
CLOTH DOLL CONNECTION: http://clothdollconnection.com/
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JUST FOR FUN
Make a Fool to celebrate April Fool’s Day. This dessert originated in
England, and is very simple to make. There are many recipes online,
but this is the one I like. If you use Splenda or another sugar
substitute, it is safe for diabetics, although not low in calories.
STRAWBERRY FOOL
By Bonnie B. Lewis
1 quart fresh strawberries (or 3 cups raspberries, blackberries, or
other berries)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar (for diabetics, use Splenda)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
OPTIONAL: One drop wild orange DoTerra essential oil OR 1/4 tsp.
orange extract OR 1 tablespoon
orange liquor (not necessary, but gives a wonderful hint of orange)
Hull strawberries and wash. Mash or puree berries. Add sugar, lemon
juice, and flavoring. Let sit in refrigerator to marinate (half hour
to 8 hours). One hour before serving, whip cream and fold in berry
mixture. Put in parfait glasses. Keep in refrigerator until ready to
serve. Garnish with additional berries if desired.
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CHOOSING THE PERFECT DOLL FABRIC – ADVICE FROM SOME OF OUR TOP
DESIGNERS
Arley Berryhill - There are two types of fabrics used for dollmaking
— woven cotton or knitted “suede” cloth. Each has their own
properties, advantages, & disadvantages.
I prefer the knits. These come with different names: Doe Suede, Deer
Suede, Craft Velour, Suede Velour... These are knits with a mostly one-
way stretch. They have a “suede” nap/fuzzy side, and a smooth side
(the “suede” side is designed to be the “right side” of the fabric,
but most dollmakers
reverse it and use the smooth side as the “right side”.) The stretch
is minimum and usually only goes in one direction. This stretch helps
in turning fingers (put the stretch going across the palm of the
hand), and allows needle-sculpting without any wrinkles. Because it is
a knit, the fabric does not fray -— so you can cut the seam
allowance down to less than an 1/8 inch (again, very helpful in
turning fingers). The disadvantage is that these fabrics tend to be a
bit thick, so the seams show a bit more than a woven
fabric. The other disadvantage is that they are hard to find.
The best sources for these fabrics are all the on-line doll supply
sites: DollmakersJourney.com, Joggles.com, ClothDollPatterns.com are
the most popular. JoAnn’s Fabric carries Craft Velour, but only in
the fall for Halloween.
Another disadvantage of these knits is finding them in skin-tone
colors. Because they are a polyester/ synthetic fabric, they are not
easy to dye. I usually get the “rice” color fabric, and tint it with
Rit dye, using pink and tan. I’ll let someone else out there write
about the use of cottons, as I don’t use them that often.
Stephanie Novatski - I would use whatever fabric the designer
suggests. All of my patterns except
Madame LeChat are designed for tightly woven cotton broadcloth either
mercerized or not such as Pimatex or Southern Belle. It should be at
least 200 count which is the number of warp and weft threads added
together. This fabric is stable enough to be consistent in results
and the amount of stretch weftwise (crosswise) is negligible. (The
fabric is woven on the loom with the lengthwise or warp threads pulled
tightly. The weft threads or crosswise threads go around the warp so
they aren’t straight and have some give when the fabric is pulled or
stretched.) I ALWAYS prewash too and make sure the fabric is reshrunk
and has no sizing. I have tried Kona cotton and it was too loose a
weave for my style of dollmaking. And I have used 250 ct sheets which
were OK but it is hard to find 100% cotton I also like the texture
of the cotton. I have tried higher count - 300 - but because the
threads are so fine and I stuff hard, the seams pulled or split. All
the sources mentioned by Arley carry this fabric. I also order
Pimatex prepared for Dye 200 count or mercerized cotton from Dharma
trading because I like to dye my own. In the areas of the doll where
I want a very small seam allowance (profile faces and hands), I sew
again as close to the first stitching as possible but not on it and
trim close to this stitching. The smaller the seam allowance the
easier it is to turn fingers. I still blow out fingers and noses.
Fingers are easy to fix. Faces become clay or cloth overs. I have to
admit I have limited experience with Doe Suede and used it on Madame
LeChat because of the texture. I did try it on an exchange doll and
had trouble turning a mitt hand though in my defense the doll was only
8”and the hand VERY small. Fortunately, I have a very good friend who
turned it for me in a blink.
Judi Ward - Thank You so much for the “knitted” fabric tutorial
Arley.....I have been using them since before they were sold to the
public! I used to buy lightweight velour house coats in JC Penney’s to
use for dollmaking. This was in the early 70s...It was somewhat later
that the fabric stores had them.
Right now there is one called “deersuede” that is almost as
lightweight as the old Doesuede and makes up beautifully! There is
literally no doll pattern out there that will not make up better in
the velour/suede type knits.
Of course there are patterns that would not be “time period”
correct in a knit, but it would still make up better, and I’ll bet the
dollmakers of old would have jumped at the chance to use them! LOL
The Deersuede has very little give, and only one direction. It works
perfectly with a pattern made for woven cotton. The knits do not have
a “grain line” so you have to decide if you want the give up and down
or side to side and lay the pattern pieces accordingly.
Up and down will make a slightly taller, thinner doll. Side to
side will make a slightly shorter, fatter doll.
SLIGHTLY is the operative word to remember here. Dollmakers also
stuff to different levels of hardness so dolls will vary a lot just
from that aspect.
Something else one can do is make the head, and hands/arms from
the knit and the rest from printed cotton. So many patterns call for
the bodies and legs to be printed cotton, then the head and arms to be
“flesh”....Making those parts from the knits make them so much
smoother, easier to turn and no fraying between fingers or at the nose
tip.
Bonnie Lewis – At Dollmaker’s Journey we carry all of the fabrics
mentioned above. The ethnic fabric that I dye (100% cotton Southern
Belle 200 threads/square inch) has been pre-washed, washed and dyed
several times and dried in a hot dryer, so there should be no
shrinkage problems. We switched to Pimatex for a while when Southern
Belle had manufacturing problems, but they have been resolved, and we
are back to Southern Belle. It is the only fabric Gloria “Mimi” J.
Winer recommends. If you want a very stretchy fabric that is easy to
sculpt (think Cabbage Patch) Dolskin is fun to try. However, it is
very easy to overstuff, so be careful. Hope this helps give you a
perspective on fabric choices.
You can see patterns by the above designers at http://dollmakersjourney.com
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SPECIAL GIFTS FOR YOU
Gloria J. “Mimi” Winer has a new FREE pin doll project to introduce
you to their new interface. Just go to http://Mimidolls.com click on
the “Free Stuff” button on the right, go down to the “Other Free
Stuff” selection, and then select the Mimi’s Dancin’ Pindoll (5”)
Project Sheet to download the sheet. It should print on any home
printer with no problems. You might also want to take a look at the
“Video Tutorials” button. Awesome stuff!
VADA DOLPH is treating us to a quick and easy FREE pattern called
“Cheeta & Catnip” – be sure to check it out! –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/cheeta_and_catnip.html
Wendy Walton did it again. Her Japanese cat was so popular that she
created a sock frog. Get the directions here: http://pointysticks.net/sock-frogs/
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NEW PATTERNS/BOOKS/CD-ROMs/DVDs/MOLDS
We are delighted to welcome two talented new designers to Dollmakers
Journey. VADA DOLPH’S first pattern is the very lovely “Candice” which
doubles as a sewing caddy. http://dollmakersjourney.com/dolph.html
AMY NELSON of AnLiNa Designs first two patterns are the beautifully
embellished “Sirona, Goddess of Springtime” and an awesome dragon
called “Draconis.” We are really looking forward to see what is next
off the drawing board from these two creative ladies! –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/nelson.html
“Nessie” the Lass of Loch Ness is a sweet new creature from JENNIFER
CARSON that is super simple to make and very suitable for younger
children. – http://dollmakersjourney.com/carson.html
There is still time for a few more bunny patterns and the designer who
must never sleep – MAUREEN MILLS – has two more great ones. “Rabbit
Stand” has a very vintage look and you’ll be getting your paints out
for the darling “Basket Case Bunnies.” – http://dollmakersjourney.com/mills.html
“Damselfly” is the newest delightfully exotic creation of CINDEE
MOYER. Do take a look – http://dollmakersjourney.com/moyer.html
Do you ever have special bits of vintage fabric and trim that you
aren’t sure how to use? PHYLLIS SCARINGE has solved that problem for
you with her new “Thoroughly Vintage Vivian.” Find out how easy it is
to create a special costume with your treasures. –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/scaringe.html
Easter is fast approaching but there is still time to make up a few
more bunnies. MICHELLE ALLEN’S “Mama and Baby Bunny” are a quick and
easy duo to create. – http://dollmakersjourney.com/allen.html
This week we have three terrific new patterns from GINI SIMPSON of Cat
and the Fiddle Designs. “Busted” is a rag doll with a bad report
card, “My Doll’s Dolly” is a doll dressed in vintage hankies with her
own rag doll and the title of the third – “Wabbits Here, Wabbits
There, Wabbits Everywhere” says it all! Stop by and take a look at
all of Gini’s charming patterns – http://dollmakersjourney.com/simpson.html
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SUPPLIES
We are now offering the Angelina Fusible Film in four different
sampler packs – each with three different colors – a much more
economical way to get a variety of colors for your projects. Stop by
and take a look. – http://dollmakersjourney.com/fibers.html
If you only need a little bit of Tibetan Lamb or Kidassia Goat or
would like to try out more colors we now are offering 6” x 6” pieces
that will easily make one wig for a small to medium doll. –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/hair.html
We have a new Prismacolor Pencil color – Salmon. You’ve requested
packages of Microbrush Bendable
Applicators and now we have them. http://dollmakersjourney.com/supplies.html
The following items are BACK IN STOCK:
Freezer Paper, Miracle Fabric Sheets and Dream Seamers all back in
stock. –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/supplies.html
The Pale Blonde TIBETAN LAMB is also back in stock. –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/hair.html
Dolskin – http://dollmakersjourney.com/fabrics.html#dolskin
8” and 10” Hemostats and the Stuffing Fork Set –
http://dollmakersjourney.com/supplies.html#tools
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NEWS FROM THE HOME FRONT
Bonnie was recently asked to research Mormon pioneers. The teenagers
in her area are going on Trek, which will involve building handcarts
and pulling them many miles for about a week to see what the pioneers
had to face. She has been asked to create 150 biographies (1 page
each) of real people who crossed the United States in the 1800s. She
is looking for stories of courage, faith, disaster, hope, and success
to share. Each person going on Trek will receive their own personal
story to share with others in their group. Maybe if she has time she
can also create pioneer dolls pulling a miniature handcart.
Mary Ann’s home has been on the market a bit over two weeks and she’s
had a fair amount of traffic and hopes the person who is intended for
her home will be coming up the front step very soon. Jim’s home is
just a few days away from being ready to sell. It has been a very
arduous month for both of them but they are keeping their eyes on
their goal. The house that started this journey is still not sold.
Right now they are working like crazy to get packed up and ready to
head to Columbus to be vendors at AFIC and they can’t wait to see
everyone there.
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WEBSITES:
Colored pencils aren’t just for kids. Check out this amazing art using
this versatile art medium.
http://www.cpsa.org/GALLERY/WINNERS2010/AG2010.html
Beading for a Cure is having an auction through May, with different
amazing beaded objects each week. Money raised goes to help find a
cure for cancer. One of them is even a doll. Check it out at:
http://www.beadingforacure.org/auctions.html
If you like needle felting, check out these needle-felted peeps just
in time for Easter.
http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/04/needle-felted_easter_peeps.html
Bent Objects by Terry Border – Not exactly dolls, but cute.
http://bentobjects.blogspot.com/
You can see more of his creations at:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturepicturegalleries/6407277/Bent-Objects-by-Terry-Border-The-Secret-Life-of-Everyday-Things.html
Be sure and look at the entire gallery. Very inspiring!
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Rosemary
Posted by: “Debbie Harlan”
Best known for use with poor circulation and low blood pressure. Best used
in a massage blend or bath.
Helps to improve energy and stamina if exhausted from stress or overwork.
It blends well with Peppermint, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Grapefruit,
Juniper, Eucalyptus and Frankincense.
Massage blend-6-10 drops per 1 oz sweet almond oil or other carrier oil.
Bath 2-6 drops per bath.
New Diffuser
AromaSens, Aroma Scenter FREE SHIPPING
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I just figured out yesterday that they planted rosemary plants outside my dialysis clinic. Very timely!
An Arizona source for good quality essential oils:
Young Living
http://www.youngliving.com/en_US/index.html
The salon next door sells them and they are distributed by individuals.
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While essential oils often have a pleasant aroma, their chemical makeup is complex and their benefits vast—which makes them much more than something that simply smells good.
Historically, essential oils have played a prominent role in everyday life. With more than 200 references to aromatics, incense, and ointments throughout the Bible, essential oils are said to be used for anointing and healing the sick. Today, essential oils are used for aromatherapy, massage therapy, emotional health, personal care, nutritional supplements, household solutions, and much more.
Young Living Essential Oils, the leading provider of essential oils, offers more than 300 essential oil singles and blends. All Young Living essential oils meet the YLTG standard. This means that every essential oil Young Living distills or sources has the optimal naturally-occurring blend of constituents to maximize the desired effect. Only YLTG essential oils should be used for the primary methods of application, which include inhalation and application.
Thought y’all might like the following site:
http://www.allthingsbread.bravehost.com/susan.html
some pretty good bread recipes there.
DW
Thought the following on dehydrating might be of interest. (I have no connection to the site, but their general info is pretty good)
https://www.usaemergencysupply.com/information_center/all_about_dehydrated_vegetables.htm
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2711557/posts
Americans Are Preparing At Unprecedented Levels
Wed Apr 27 2011 21:08:52 GMT-0400 (EDT) · by blam · 83 replies
SHTF Plan ^ | 4-27-2011 | Mac Slavo
Americans Are Preparing At Unprecedented Levels Author: Mac Slavo April 27th, 2011 Do you have enough larder to feed your family and some friends if grocery stores ran out of food? How about several assault rifles and a few thousand rounds of ammo? Solar panels, a water filter, medical kits, bug-out bags, fire starters, tents, sleeping bags, some junk silver and reserve gasoline? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. It’s becoming apparent to many Americans that depending on our local, state and federal governments in the event of an emergency, catastrophic societal collapse or widespread disaster will not be sufficient to...
Spring progressing slowly here. Busy, busy,busy. Getting some huge trees down to start drying for fall. Will split and store later. Burning huge brush piles, planting spreading yews along a steep slope on our lawn, along with the usual garden preparation work. Thankful we don't live where those devastating tornados are occurring.
Weekly Harvest Newsletter
Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - April 27, 2011
Weekly sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet by NCAT staff for the ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service website. The Weekly Harvest Newsletter is also available online.
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News & Resources
* Catskills Foodshed Report Finds Region a Model for Sustainable Production
* FSIS Announces Final Rule for Interstate Shipment of State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Products
* San Francisco Bay Area Assesses State of Local Agriculture
* Canadian Study Finds Organic Farming Energy Winner
* Organic Farming Retreat for Veterans Offered
* APHIS Proposes NEPA Pilot Project for GE Organism Petitions
Funding Opportunities
* Western SARE Graduate Student Grants in Sustainable Agriculture
* Biomass Research and Development Initiative
* Texas Young Farmer Grant
Coming Events
* Creativity at the River’s Edge: Funding Change in Food and Farming Systems
* Symposium on Food Systems & Public Health
* Farmer-Veteran Retreat
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News & Resources
Catskills Foodshed Report Finds Region a Model for Sustainable Production
Ground Up: Cultivating Sustainable Agriculture in the Catskill Region investigates food production in the Catskills region of New York, finding the potential to produce enough healthy, locally grown food to feed millions of people in New York City and beyond. The report also presents case studies of farmers who have constructed their own dynamic templates for resource protection and adaptation to changing markets.
http://www.osiny.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Research_Catskills_GroundUp&AddInterest=1143
FSIS Announces Final Rule for Interstate Shipment of State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a final rule April 19 that will broaden the market for smaller state-inspected plants by allowing them to ship meat and poultry products bearing an official USDA mark of inspection across state lines.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/NR_041911_01/index.asp
San Francisco Bay Area Assesses State of Local Agriculture
Sustaining Our Bounty: An Assessment of the State of Farming and Ranching in the San Francisco Bay Area summarizes the challenges and opportunities of the region’s $1.9 billion-a-year agriculture industry, calling for new strategies to support its future prosperity.
http://www.farmland.org/programs/states/ca/default.asp
Canadian Study Finds Organic Farming Energy Winner
The results of a 12-year study have shown that organic farming systems in the Canadian Prairies are energy winners in reducing non-renewable energy inputs and increasing energy use efficiency (energy produced per unit of energy consumed). The 12-year study, which still has another six to go, compared a matrix of nine cropping systems for the Canadian Prairies based on three levels of inputs: conventional high inputs, reduced inputs, and organic.
http://www.organicagcentre.ca/NewspaperArticles/na_energy_use_efficiency_sh.asp
Organic Farming Retreat for Veterans Offered
The Farmer Veteran Coalition is accepting applications from veterans who seek a career in farming and wish to attend “Coming Home to Farm,” a two-and-a-half-day organic farming retreat in Iowa on July 14-16, 2011. The educational retreat includes farm tours of sustainable grain, vegetable, and livestock operations, as well as presentations on organic certification, production techniques, and marketing.
http://www.prlog.org/11448366-midwest-organic-farming-retreat-prepares-veterans-for-careers-on-americas-farms.html
APHIS Proposes NEPA Pilot Project for GE Organism Petitions
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of USDA has published a notice in the Federal Register, soliciting letters of interest in a NEPA Pilot Project that will test new approaches to developing environmental analyses and documents required under NEPA, associated with petitions for nonregulated status for genetically engineered (GE) organisms.
http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-04-07/pdf/2011-8329.pdf
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Funding Opportunities
Western SARE Graduate Student Grants in Sustainable Agriculture
The Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program announces the call for proposals for Graduate Student Grants in Sustainable Agriculture of up to $25,000 for masters or Ph.D. students enrolled full time at accredited colleges or universities in the Western region.
Proposals are due by May 27, 2011.
http://www.westernsare.org/Grants/Types-of-Grants
Biomass Research and Development Initiative
The U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Energy have announced up to $30 million in funding over three to four years to support research and development in advanced biofuels, bioenergy and high-value biobased products.
Pre-applications are due on May 31, 2011.
http://attra.ncat.org/calendar/funding.php/2011/05/31/biomass-research-and-development-initiative
Texas Young Farmer Grant
The Young Farmer Grant program provides matching grant funds between $5,000 and $10,000 to persons 18 to 46 years of age that are engaged in creating or expanding an agricultural business in Texas.
Applications are due by May 6, 2011.
http://www.texasagriculture.gov/agr/program_render/0,1987,1848_6059_0_0,00.html?channelId=6059
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Coming Events
Creativity at the River’s Edge: Funding Change in Food and Farming Systems
June 21-24, 2011
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The 9th annual forum of the Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders, open to funders only, features site visits, workshops, and plenary sessions focusing on food and agriculture from the local to the global scale.
http://www.safsf.org/events/2011_Forum.asp
Symposium on Food Systems & Public Health
May 25-27, 2011
Monterey, California
This symposium is designed for public health professionals, food industry professionals, agricultural commissioners, food systems experts and students. It will focus on solutions to a more safe, secure & sustainable food system to protect public health, as well as understanding the connection between agriculture, food & health, and exploring the public health impact of food systems.
http://www.californiafood.org/
Farmer-Veteran Retreat
May 20-22, 2011
Fayetteville, Arkansas
This free retreat for all veterans and active-duty military personnel interested in or currently farming will focus on sustainable poultry and small ruminant production, but will include tours to area fruit and vegetable farms.
http://www.farmvetco.org/latest-news/
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Agroforestry: An Overview
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Organic and Grass-finished Beef Cattle Production
http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/summaries/summary.php?pub=193
Farmer Profiles: Two Organic Grain Farm Case Studies
http://attra.ncat.org/attra-pub/summaries/summary.php?pub=355
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Pig Pickin’ Cake a.k.a. Mandarin Orange Cake
Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes
1- 18 ounce yellow cake mix
11-ounce can mandarin oranges with juice
4 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
9-ounce carton frozen whipped topping, thawed
8-ounce can crushed pineapple, with juice
3.4 ounce (4-servings) box instant vanilla pudding
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans. In mixing bowl, combine cake mix, mandarin oranges, mandarin orange juice, eggs and oil. Beat for 2 minutes with electric mixer. Pour into pans and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean. Cool in pans for 5 minutes, turn out of pans and finish cooling on wire racks.
In a mixing bowl, combine whipped topping, pineapple, juice from can and vanilla pudding mix. Frost between layers and on top of cake.
From a Georgia Native American
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PING to post 9518 of granny’s third survival list!
GREAT survival tips, cooking tips & recipes, gardening help, news stories, food storage guidelines, and all sorts of other relevant information to those of us prepping for the worst.
I missed the 9500 mark, but this is close enough for government work.
If you want on or off this ping list, please freepmail me.
thanks!
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Hi CB, thanks for the ping! Just checking in.
I hear more people talking about preparation than I have in my life. The Mormon fellow I worked next to was getting his food cache ready. So is my daughter.
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