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carnelianpc033 | 6 hours ago
NEW YORK (Billboard) –Jay-Z, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have officially signed on as co-producers of "Fela!," a musical about Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti that opens Monday (November 23) on Broadway. The news confirms weeks of speculation that the three would back the show. A representative for "Fela!" did not specify the amount of the celebrities'
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Chic Knits (Free subscription) | yesterday
Even though I'm getting a lot done on my Mondo Cable Pulli, I've been as fickle as Chuck Bass on a tear. Lots of clandestine needlework happening here at Chez Chic, which hopefully, will delight and amuse! But I want my pullis and need to get a move on (sleeve is 6" ...
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Lingerie Planet (Free subscription) | yesterday
Sales up as lingerie firm confirms plant closure Knitting Trade Journal Brussels - Luxury lingerie manufacturer and retailer Van de Velde has confirmed it will close its production site in Hungary by the end of this year. ...
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MediaBistro.com (Free subscription) | yesterday
Yesterday's post suggesting publishers need to get over Oprah Winfrey 's imminent departure from daytime TV resonated with at least one senior editor from the major houses, who emailed us to say: " Oprah picks were always supposed to be gravy for a publisher's bottom line. We don't publish books to cater to her tastes so that she can make our year for us. To suggest that is just the tail wagging...
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Seattle Times (Free subscription) | 11/24/2009
Here's some advice on finding a quick and easy knitting project for gifts. Plus, links to Web sites offering patterns, tips and tutorials.
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Brooklyn Vegan (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
by BBG Antibalas in Philly on 6/6 (more by Tim Griffin) Much like The Roots, who they shared the stage with at The Roots Picnic in June, have been doing lately, Antibalas will play a NYC residency. Theirs will take...
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N e e d l e p r i n t (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
You might just have noticed that we have been having a spruce up here - it is that time of year, isn't it? Still lots more to do, but we are working on it this week. One thing you keep telling me is that you have trouble finding charts and cards and books on the blog when you need them. Many of you live out of the reach of needlework shops which compounds your difficulties. So we have started to set...
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CRAFT Magazine (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
Here are gift ideas for the hand embroiderer in your life. Whether they are just starting out, or are experts, there is something for every stitcher on your list. It's also a handy list to share with the gift givers in your life. I've divided the list into three categories: books, tools and fun stuff. There is so much more that can be included, but this will get you started! Books I'm constantly adding...
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Posie Gets Cozy (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
I have always really liked to cook. I cooked a little bit when I lived at home with my parents, and a little bit when I was in college and lived with my girlfriends off-campus. But I really started cooking...
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Clairwil (Free subscription) | 11/22/2009
Hello, This is one of these rambling blog posts about little of any real importance to those of you in the non- Clairwil community but may it comfort you to know rambling pleases me. Obviously a proper writer would find some way to link their personal situation to Gordon Brown or some other drain on the nations joy. It's bloody typical of me to become quite upbeat when everyone else is walking around...
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daily imprint (Free subscription) | 11/22/2009
The December 09 issue of real living goes on sale today and we've featured the shop Lark Handmade . I interviewed Allison Jones about her shop for the magazine but was curious to learn more about the woman behind what's possibly the cutest shop in the world. Here's what she had to say: Which five words best describe you? Positive, hardworking, excitable, shy, hopeful. What was your first job and what...
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N e e d l e p r i n t (Free subscription) | 11/21/2009
Needleprint Society is an association of friends around the world with a common aim - to make wonderful needlework more accessible to everyone, to preserve it as an inspiration to future generations, and to encourage those who have yet to try, to pick up a needle and experience the joy of needlework for themselves. Without those friends, much of Needleprint's work would simply be impossible. Tonight...
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crazyexchangegroup (Free subscription) | 11/20/2009
Joke, for some reason I cannot remember, thought she 'owed' me a return exchange and one arrived today. Oh my goodness gracious - I am just overwhelmed. That girl does some exquisite needlework. Such patience and precision, A Chatelaine Design, with silk and beads. The Alphabet in Fraktur. [Luckily she sent along an explanation, too.] Is it not just fabulous? And because she knew that I am completely...
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carnelianpc033 | 6 hours ago
NEW YORK (Billboard) –Jay-Z, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith have officially signed on as co-producers of "Fela!," a musical about Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti that opens Monday (November 23) on Broadway. The news confirms weeks of speculation that the three would back the show. A representative for "Fela!" did not specify the amount of the celebrities' investment, but their endorsement...
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prmac | 11/03/2009
Technical Made Easy today announces the release of Easy Stitch 1.0 for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Now anyone can learn Embroidery, Knitting and Crochet using their iPhone and iPod Touch. Easy Stitch provides step-by-step instructions with full color illustration for learning Crochet, Embroidery and Knitting. Included with each category are descriptions of various materials, supplies, tools, conversion...
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mikehowar2 | 08/12/2009
A single word “CROCHET” is linked to a world of creativity and intricate patterns. What can’t be made of crochet? Almost everything is possible to make with thread and a hook, with the help of the right pattern