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Stitch n’ Chicks Sept-Dec 2009
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Website:
Volume 2009
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Blog: http://stitchnchicks.blogspot.com
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Group Leader: Debb
Asst. Leader/Treasurer: Denise
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A Word from your Chattering Chick
Hello gals….. It’s me your “Blethering” chick, now what does that mean? [ans page 13]
Here in 2010 a new year! My computer has acted up so much this year that I cannot get this
newsletter together, and I apologize for all the delays. My backup has been nil to none. So I am
starting out again to try and get this done before 2010!
The Christmas Party was a huge success and with a record breaking attendance of 12 members.
Everyone had a blast and enjoyed the food, gift exchange, and the singing. Then 8 of us met up
for the Christmas Light walk in Naples. It turned out to be warmer like last year and there was a
large crowd there. We all moseyed over to Hof’s afterwards to get us some pie and hot drinks.
In between those two events a few of us went out to Norco for their Christmas fair. It was really
nice and Lin ended up becoming mommy to “Studly” the turtle. He is only 2 months old and a
real cutie. She is so happy since her other one of 38 years wandered off on her. I was also lucky to
get the last dozen of Gingerbread cookies and of course Bob liked that and devoured them as soon
as I got home.
The Laguna field trip or “crawl” as it is called in the “yarn” biz, was fun especially the Yarn Lady’s
shop where I was able to get an abundance of cool buttons. But, she also has a very friendly staff
and helpful along with a well planned out layout of her shop. The yarn was priced a little higher,
but she had a wonderful assortment to choose from.
Since our last newsletter we have gained 2 more new members, Manon and Colleen. Manon lives
in Belmont Shore and is a knitter and Colleen is in Long Beach and she knits, crochets, and does
the most beautiful cross stitch.
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Remember to nominate a member for an award. We need nominations. If you notice any member
doing something funny, or anything else that fits into our awards or if you want to suggest a new
award that would be great too. Just email Debb anytime.
Hook n Needle Chatter
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A Christmas Poem:
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Munchies Corner
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Ads & Sponsors
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Book Reviews
Calendar
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Christmas is a time to give to our family and friends,
Looking up patterns and getting the yarn,
Knitting and crocheting weaves us closer to them,
And watch their faces light up like a charm!
As always ladies, remember that;
“Life is a stitch of happiness, so try not to drop one.”
Crochetoholic Debb
Newsletter Editor: Debb
Logo Designer: Priscilla
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~Meeting Minutes~
Minutes~
Thank you…..Donna
Oct-Nov meetings: Debb, Diane,
Denise, Lauren, Pat, Lin, Sara,
Priscilla, Shanda, Donna, Patricia,
and… We missed Ranie …. Guests
Colleen, Manon, and Sara’s friend
Old News ~ New News:
Birthdays
• Dec 27th- Pat
• Jan -none
Anniversaries
• 7/12 Luncheon
Announcements:
• 1/23rd Craft Fair
field trip
I love this gal’s work.
Check her out at:
http://www.etsy.com/shop
/meekssandygirl
Poor Pouchy!!!
Caption describing
or graphic.
Monthly
Funny:picture
☺ Why
did the chicken cross the
road? [ans pg 13]
Discussed the party
Discussed and made plans for
the Norco Fair
Show n’ Tell
Went over the new birthday gifts
for 2010 in January we will
draw numbers and each
person will be responsible to
give 1 gift a year [secret] to
another member. The club
will give $5 to each member
towards the gift. You can
make it or purchase a gift.
Maybe make something for
your member that they have
been ogling over? Or more
yarn…we all need that. LOL
you decide
Decided on walking in Naples for
the lights on the 16th
Decided to keep the raffle and
pay $.25 a ticket for a chance
to win. We can view the
raffle and then decide to buy
as many tickets as each
member wants and the
proceeds go into the club
account towards future
parties and trips.
Diane won the slipper contest
Manon and Colleen are our newest
members. Look at the pretty
stockings Colleen made! Welcome
to our group gals!!
Find the yarn ball hidden in the
newsletter. The answer will be in
next month’s issue.
Whose “B” Day gift was this? [ans pg 13]
Sara and her friend
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What tool is this? [ans pg 13]
All knit ….wow!!
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Group Trivia: Last Christmas how many members were at the
Christmas exchange party? [ans pg 13]
At the 2008 Christmas party we sang the 12 Days of Christmas. What was
the 5th day’s line? [ans pg 13]
What is Crochet Amigurmui ?
Crochet Amigurumi is the Japanese technique of crochet that literally combines the
word “ami” meaning crochet or knit with the word “nuigurami” meaning stuffed
animal or doll. “Amigurumi” a stuffed crochet animal or doll!
Sharing a
Funny Story
At the Christmas party
Denise got two cat puppets,
one for her “B” day and one
in her exchange gift. But, the
one from her “B” day
present had a slight
problem? Seems that when
she put them on each hand to
“meow” to each other, the
“B” one was a bit “off key”
and caused the whole party
to burst out in an uproar!
Along with the fact, that
Debb, went to grab the kitty
and accidently grabbed her
WHAT? Yup, her boob!
And from there on the
laughter continued
uncontrollably! ☺
Member’s Trivia: Who
loved a gift so much she
wanted to eat it? [ans pg 13]
Crochet Amigurumi are typically worked in rounds and then the separate parts of the
toy’s body are joined at the end of the project. They are also typically made using a
smaller size crochet hook to maintain the tight look without many gaps in the yarn.
Amiguruni are known for being cute, and you will see why if you pursue many
crochet patterns.
The dolls are done in single crochet in the round. The rounds are never joined,
instead being worked in a spiral. Amigurumi are made up of parts that are crocheted,
stuffed, and sewn together. The parts are usually an over-sized round head, a
cylindrical body, arms and legs, ears, tail (if needed) and embellishments.
Sometimes, felt is used to create the ears, face, or nose. Felt can also make some
pretty cute embellishments.
Whose new pet is this? [ans pg 12]
A cute crochet teapot
Pat and her Santa scarf
• After Christmas Left-over dinners:
The most remarkable thing about my mother is that for thirty years she served the
family nothing but leftovers. The original meal has never been found.
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Do you have a
funny story? Send
it to
stitcnnchicks@
msn.com with
“Stitch n Cluck”
in the subject line
to get published!
** You know you knit too much when…..
“You design a lap desk for the bathtub so you can knit while taking your bath.” ☺
Did you know why that? …At this time of year, I can't resist quoting my favorite little cynic, Susan Walker,
in Miracle on 34th Street. "I believe... I believe... It's silly, but I believe." May your faith be rewarded this
holiday season and through the new year! ☺
~ Did you know? that “Organic” cotton yarn is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact
on the environment. Certified organic cotton blankets are great for people with allergy and chemical
sensitivities because they are hypoallergenic, soft on the skin and help to create a natural and healthy sleeping
environment.
~Did you know? that if you only have a few of your hand-knit wool socks to wash, just take them into the
shower with you. When you shampoo your hair, with your hands full of lather, press the lather through the
socks a couple times, rinse them thoroughly and hang them over the shower curtain rod or towel.
~Did you know? that just one silicone prosthetic breast costs between $300 and $500?! Without health
insurance, they are out of the reach of most breast cancer survivors. Even those with insurance are limited to a
new prosthetic breast every two years. If it springs a leak that is not covered by the warranty, you are out of luck
Knitted prosthetic breasts for mastectomy patients. Sounds silly, doesn't it? Yet, when placed in a bra, these
knitted breasts take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are lighter and more comfortable than silicone
prosthetic breasts. The knitted fabric breathes and prevents the heat rash experienced by many women wearing
the silicone ones. In 2007 it began as a unique charity knit program, Knitted Knockers, to provide soft,
comfortable, and free knitted prosthetic breasts to breast cancer survivors. With a knitted breast, you can have a
different one for every day of the week. Perhaps add a little embroidery for that tattoo you always wanted!
Women and breasts come in all sizes, so knit whatever strikes your fancy. When choosing a yarn, look for dk
or sport weight. You want something that is soft, lightweight, and that breathes. A favorite yarn for the boobs is
Cascade’s pima tencel, a cotton/tencel blend or Debbie Bliss’s baby cashmerino. Bamboo is another good
choice. Avoid pure wool as it can be itchy when close to the skin. Stuff with poly-fill and leave an opening.
Check the site: http://theknittingexperience.com/knitted_knockers_program
~Did you know? that you can knit just about knit anything with knitting looms that you can knit with a pair
of needles? With looms, you can make baby blankets, baby booties, mittens, scarves, ponchos, purses, bags,
hats, and sweater. Once you learn the basic “E” stitch you can convert any stitch.
Make these pocket scarves
free pattern to knit or crochet
and Debb has them if you want
one ask her at the next meeting! ☺
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Book Reviews and Other Yarn Fun
What is this month’s strange
animal? [ans next month]
A crocheted lobster anyone?
A pony tail hat to knit
[Debb has this pattern and it is also free on Ravelry]
Guess what this knitting object is?
[ans on p 13]
New Book Review
Price: $19.77
Driving
lessons
needed??
Reversible Knitting: 50
Brand-New, Groundbreaking Stitch Patterns (Hardcover)
~ Lynne Barr (Author) Most of the stitch dictionaries on knitters’ shelves
are remixes of familiar stitch patterns already published elsewhere. Not so
for Lynne Barr’s groundbreaking book Reversible Knitting. Not only is
every one of the 50 stitch patterns completely new and never before seen,
but each is also reversible—for a total of 100 different looks!
Oh my.. who
wants to wear
these glasses?
All crocheted.
Reversible stitch patterns can be used to create projects where
either side can be worn facing outward, or where two sides of the piece
are visible simultaneously (such as a scarf or a garment with collar or
cuffs that that can be worn up or down). In addition to stitch patterns, the
book features 20 such projects—from accessories like scarves, hats, and
socks to sweaters and dresses—designed by the author and by 12 top
knitwear designers including STC authors Véronik Avery, Norah
Gaughan, and Teva Durham. Rounding out the book are in-depth
instructions for the specialized techniques required for reversible work.
192 pages ISBN-10: 158479805X ISBN-13: 978-1584798057
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What is this? [Ans pg 13]
All crochet??
Pat for your fashion show. lol
A doctor on his morning walk, noticed the old lady
above, sitting on her front step smoking a cigar, so he
walked up to her and said, "I couldn't help but notice
how happy you look! What’s your secret?"
"I smoke ten cigars a day," she said. "Before I go to
bed, I smoke a nice big joint. Apart from that, I drink
a whole bottle of Jack Daniels every week,
and eat only junk food, no vegetables. On weekends, I
pop pills, get laid, and don't exercise at all." "That is absolutely amazing! How old are
you?" "Thirty-four," she replied.
The paparazzi got this shot of Dippy (Diplohookticus
Jimbosei) while he was trying on outfits prior to his
cameo appearance at Twisted Yarns in Portland
This is what? [ans pg 13]
Worlds biggest
crochet hook Worlds
biggest crochet hook? In Portland's famed
"Twisted Yarns" here is Laurie Wheeler of
Ravelry’s Crochet Liberation Front
The store group actually crocheted this web with the hook by passing it around
to each person.
Knitting word of the month:
Shirret (shir-ray') combines
shirring and crochet for a new
look in USA needle crafts. It is an
art of recycling "rags into riches.
Diplohookticus Jimbosei's official statistics: Diameter
of shank (hook size): 15.7 cm (6.18 inches) Length: 147
cm (57.87 inches) Weight: 11.3 kg. (24.9 lbs) First use:
Oct. 30, 2009
It is a simple crochet technique with
added fabric folds. Use your old
clothes. http://www.shirret.com
A Fred Leighton hand
crocheted ecru gown
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Simple Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
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1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions:
1.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.
Combine the artichoke hearts, mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese and mix well. Spread
mixture in a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until
bubbly and golden brown. Yum!!
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Denise models the hat.
Who made this hat and
what is it? [ans pg 13]
On the way to the Naples
Christmas Lights walk.
Partrcia won the raffle
Our Halloween party
The Christmas party
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Photo• Gallery
Reindeer
Going to Velona’s
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Our Christmas
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Lauren making
another pretty afghan
Tickle tickle
tickle lol
All decked out for Christmas
The gals
All smiles
All in red
Pet Corner: How to
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remove Dog or Cat
“urine” smells
from your carpet?
Getting rid of the smell of
dog or cat urine from
carpets can be tricky
however, not impossible.
First, do not rub or scrub
the soiled area. This action
will only force the stain
deeper into the carpet
threads and also the
padding. Another thing to
avoid is hot water as heat
will set the stain. Stay
clear of household
cleaning solutions as they
typically contain ammonia
which will only make the
urine smell stronger and
hence more difficult to
remove, not to mention
they could cause
discoloration to the treated
area making it lighter than
the rest of the carpet. The
first step to removing the
stain is to blot it with a
clean, dry, preferably
white (to avoid color
transfer) cloth. Then,
sprinkle a little baking on
the stained area and allow
it to soak up any remaining
liquid as well as the odors
associated with it. Once
dried, vacuum the area and
you're done. If there are
some visible signs of the
stain left, a solution of luke
warm water and baking
soda can be applied
(sprayed not rubbed) and
blotted with another clean
and dry cloth.
If there is still a slight
odor, which may occur
with the more difficult cat
urine, Febreeze spray,
especially the one
formulated for pet odors,
will do the trick.☺
The saying of the month:
“Knit up” means to pick
up your knitting again
even though the 1st time
you made a mistake or
couldn’t understand the
pattern, In other words, try
try again!!
All meetings at Hof’s Hut no food themes
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What’s
happening?
4 annual pot-luck parties at Debb’s house;
March 18th 2010
June 20th 2010
Oct 21st 2010
Dec 2nd 2010
Spring Fling Ugly Sweater Party
Summer Silly Hat Exchange Party
Halloween Party
Christmas Exchange Party
Club Events
1. Jan 23rd: Field trip to Velona’s and Anaheim Convention Ctr Craft Fair
2. Feb 6th: Field Trip????
3. March 18th: “Spring Fling Ugly Sweater Party” at Debb’s house 6:30pm4.
5.
6.
7.
9pm bring your WIP to exchange and wear your “Ugly” sweaters
March 20th: Field trip to San Juan Capistrano and train ride for their craft
show and walk around their antique stores lunch at?? 9:30am-5pm
April 17th: Field trip????
May 1st: Field trip to Norco “Mother’s Day” fair, 10am-4pm lunch at
Applebee’s
June 24th: “Summer Silly Hat Exchange Party” at Debb’s house 6:30-9pm
wear your silly, weirdest, or most colorful hats
8. Blog: Be sure to check out our blog for event photos at:
http://stitchnchicks.blogspot.com
Non-Club Events:
1. Jan 22-23rd: Anaheim Convention Center Craft Fair , $15 per person, crafts
of all types
2. Feb 26-29th- Stitches West 2010 Santa Clara Convention Center
http://www.knittinguniverse.com/flash/events/html/vendorinfo.php
3. March 18th-21st: Bead Fest in Santa Fe, NM in their convention center
http://www.beadfest.com/beadfest/santafe.cfm
4. July 9-10, 2010: CGOA Knit and Crochet Show at the Radisson Hotel
Manchester - Ctr of NH Manchester, NH
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Funmigurumi Stripey Cats No. 2: Sweety
Sue
As cute as a little rose and sweet as bubble gum or cotton candy, this little kitty was a gift for
a young lady who loves pink, and she will also delight any other young lady that is special to
you!
Materials:
Red Heart Pretty N’ Pink and Red Heart Baby Pink
scrap amount of Red Heart Teal and Scrap amount of Red Heart
Black
Crochet hook size H
Fiberfill stuffing
blunt needle and scissors
Opt. Pink ribbon for a bow and needle and pink sewing thread
Want to make “Fletcher” go to this website: http://funmigurumiandkidsstuff.blogspot.com ->
Body (Make 2)- With Pretty N’ Pink and H hook: Ch 31. Row 1- 1 sc in 3rd ch from hk and in each ch across. Ch 2, turn. Row 2- 1
hdc in each sc across. Ch 1, turn. Row 3- 1 sc in each hdc across. Rows 4 to 17- Alternate rows 2 and 34. Fasten off, leaving long tails
to sew with.
Muzzle- With Baby Pink and H hook, Ch 2. Rnd 1- 6 sc in 2nd ch from hk. Sl st to join rnd. Rnd 2- 2 sc in each as around, sl st to join
rnd. Rnd 3- 2 sc in each sc around, sl st to join rnd. Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of first 10 sc, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in eac of next 5 sc, 2 sc in
next sc, 1 sc in each sc to end of rnd, sl st to join. Rnd 5 to 6- 1 sc in each sc around, sl st to join rnd. Fastn off, leaving long enough
tail to sew with.
Legs (Make 2)- With Pretty N' Pink, ch 2. Rnd 1- Make 6 sc in 2nd ch from hk, sl st to close ring. Rnd 2- Make 2 sc in each sc
around. Sl st to close rnd. Rnd 3- Make 1 sc in first 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * all
around, sl st to close rnd.
Rnd 4- 1 sc in each of 1st 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Sl st to close rnd. Rnd 5- 1
sc in each of 1st 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, *1 sc in each of next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, rep from * around. Rnd 6- 1 sc in each sc around.
Fastenoff. Change color. Rnds 7 to 9- With Baby Pink- 1 sc in each sc around, sl st to close rnd. Fasten off. Join Pretty N' Pink. Rnd
10- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2tog, 1 c in each of next 5 sc, sl st to
close rnd. Rnd 11- 1 sc in each sc around. Rnd 12- 1 sc in each of first 4 sc, sc2tog, 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, sc2 tog, 1 sc in each sc to
end of rnd. Sl st to join rnd. Fasten off, leaving lon tail to sew with.
Arms- Rep rnds 1-10 of legs.
Ears (Make 2)- With Pretty N’ Pink, Ch 2. Row 1- Sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc in next sc and in top of turning ch. Ch 2, turn.
Row 2- Sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each sc across. Ch 2, turn. Rep Row 2 until you have completed 6 rows, counting from row 1.
Fasten off. With Baby Pink (Make 2): Repeat ears.
In the last two pieces, leave tails
long enough to sew with. Place wrong sides facing of one
piece made with Pretty N’ Pink
and one made with Baby Pink and whip stitch all around,
leaving the bottom open. Repeat
with the other ear. Stick the ear into the corner of the cat's
head and sew the bottom of the
ear to the crocheted fabric of the cat's body as you can see
in the photo. Fasten off.
Eyes- With Teal and H hk, ch 2. Row 1-Make 6 sc in 2nd
ch from hk, ch 1, turn (DO NOT
JOIN INTO A ROUND). Row 2- Make 1 sc in each sc
across, leaving a long tail to sew
with. Nose- With Black, ch 2. Row 1-Make 1 sc in 2nd ch
from hk, ch 2, turn. Row 2- Make
1 sc in 2nd ch from hk and in each of next sc. Ch 2, turn.
Repeat this row until you have
completed 3 row in total and have 6 sc across. Fasten off,
leaving a long tail to sew with.
Sew to the muzzle. Embroider a mouth and features as you
see in the photos.
Tail- With 2 strands of Pretty N' Pink and 1 strand of Baby
Pink, ch 34. Fasten off, leaving a tail to sew with. Sew to 13th row of Fletcher's body (counting from the bottom.) Putting her together:
Put both sides of the body with right sides facing and sew the sides and the top. Turn inside out, and sew on the ears. Measure the
body and sew on the muzzle, taking care that it will be centered. Embroider whiskers with black as you see in photos. Sew on eyes,
using Muzzle to guide you in positioning them. Stuff the arms lightly and sew them in place using ears as a guide. Attach the tail to
the back and fasten off. If you want to, make a ribbon bow and sew in place in the middle of the head between the ears. Stuff the
body and sew the bottom. Fasten off. Attach the legs and fasten off. You're done!
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Stitches in Thought
How much should you
charge to crochet or knit
an article: Placing a price
or value on a handmade
article for anyone is
tricky? The friend who
asks you to crochet a
Babyghan, noting the cost
of 4 balls of something
innocuous like Patons Big
Baby, may look somewhat
shocked if you were to
assign a value based on
hours worked at an
“Award” wage rate + the
cost of materials.
Do the calculation for
yourself:
4 balls of yarn (P’s BB) =
$4.98 x 4 = 19.92
Hours worked = 12 (+/-) @
$13.95 ph
= $167.40
+ 19.92
= $187.32
Blackstone tweed:, super soft
yarn has all the rustic appeal of a
classic tweed yarn but with a
high dose of mohair and angora.
With wear these garments will
develop a soft and fuzzy halo.
65% Wool, 25% Super kid
Mohair,
10% Angora Rabbit Hair, 130
yds $9.35 a skein
Look closely at what this spider
is doing?? ☺
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M unchies Corner
How to Make a Toast
Are you feeling a little toasty this holiday season? Would you love to be one of
those people who can stand up at the drop of a hat and offer a clever toast? Do you
hold back because you aren’t sure what to say or do you resist the urge because you
aren’t sure of the correct protocol? Few people seem to hold back for fear of committing
a faux pas. Nevertheless there are rules regarding toasting and if you want to be the
polished professional at the office party or the business dinner, here are a few pointers on
the correct way to perform a toast: The host should always be the one to start the
process. Before beginning it is that person’s responsibility to make sure that everyone’s
glass is full. After the host has offered a toast, others may follow suit. Toasts should be
short, simple and sincere. The five-page poem that covers the honoree’s entire life up to
that point is more appreciated by the one who wrote it rather than those who have to listen
to it. If the group is large, it is not necessary to clink glasses when a toast is made.
Instead, just raise your glass and take a sip. If the group is small and you wish to touch
glasses, look the other person in the eye when you do. Use proper toasting etiquette.
Sipping is safer than guzzling, especially if the toasting is going to be extensive. Gentle is
better than hearty when it comes to clinking. You don’t want to be remembered as the one
who smashed the glass and bathed everyone around you in red wine. When you are
finished, use a concluding phrase like “Here’s to?” or offer a phrase such as “Cheers.” The
recipient of the toast never drinks or raises a glass. Doing so is somewhat like patting
yourself on the back. Instead, the person being toasted may rise following the toast and
respond with a word of thanks or by offering another toast. There is no need to stand unless
the recipient would like to say a few words in return. Although it is traditional, alcohol is
not necessary to perform the toast. Sparkling water, plain water or any other beverage
may be used. Finally if you want to avoid becoming tipsy while toasting, raise the glass to
your lips, but don’t drink. No one is watching to see if you are actually swallowing. There
are many occasions where a toast is appropriate including weddings, anniversaries,
christenings, birthdays, and reunions or for the birth of a child. If you know you will be
attending one of these special occasions then you should prepare your toast in advance.
Write it down, keep it brief and practice until you feel confident. Be sure to speak slowly
and loud enough for all guests to hear. Start by stating the name of the honoree and your
relationship to him or her. Offer a witty and memorable toast and you will be a sought after
guest for all social occasions.
“No toast, except his own, should last longer than 60 seconds.”
- Mark Twain
Winter Time
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Velona’s
Newman’s
Answers:
Pg [2]: “Blethering” from
Scotland, means someone who
talks a lot,to chat idly, to chew
the fat, [something my mom
always said when she called
me, “I just called to chew the
fat!”] to pass the time of day ☺
That is me for sure…lol
Pg [3] MF: To prove to the
opossum that it could be
done!☺
Pg [3]: Photo: it was given to
Lauren.
Pg [4]: Photo: It is Lin’s
turtle “Studley”
Pg [4]: : Members Trivia: It
was Shanda at the Christmas
party when she bent over to
“lick” Debb’s winning gift!!
Pg [4]: Group Trivia: There
were 8 members and the 5th line
was “5 pattern books”
Pg [4] The Tool: It is a
“Corriedale” a Russian hand
painted spinning spindle
Corriedale is the name of a
sheep.
Pg [5] Last month’s yarn ball
was? On pg 6 in the top photo
of the leggings.
Pg [6]: it’s a trash can. ☺ See
some more photos to the right
Pg [7]: What is this? A “sock”
camera. Made with socks. ☺
Pg. [7] What is this? It is a
wire crocheted Cactus Flower
and is called art!
Pg [8]: Photo: Priscilla made
the hat and it is a fish hat.
Tiny trash can all knit!
This is a crochet chandelier!
This is a Komodore dog it is known for its herding
abilities that originated in Hungary. They have a very distinctive
look with thick white corded fur. When the dogs are born they
have very soft and fluffy hair but because of the natural wave the
coat curls as the puppy ages when it is mature it forms into the
cords. They are very loving, easy to train, and enjoyable but the
coat does take some work because the whole coat can turn into
one big tangle! The shedding is minimal. The coat serves as
protection when they were working with livestock because wolves
were not able to bite through the corded coat. It is also
waterproof. It is an excellent watch dog and great with kids.
[Front view]
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Stitch n’ Chicks Sept-Dec 2009
???What is this??? Monks used to wear hair shirts as punishment, didn’t
they? Maybe Mrs. Tiger Woods could see a purpose for it….The
Straying Tiger could have one of those barnacles for every extracurricular lady in his playing tour…lol… Well.. at least its GREEN! ;-)
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