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Hello … behind on newslettersRed Hat events, and family obligations, but I am back on track and this newsletter will cover June

We had our There were 6 of us there, Colleen we hope you will join us next year! The lunch was excellent; the patio dining was private with our own very attentive waitress. Everyonehad a fun time with the awards this year. Instead of serious we had “fun” awards. Deniseher title “The Stash Gobbler Mogul” lol….Patricia“Smiling in the Face of Adversity”… she also was noted for having the most stitches on her body in the past year…lol…Donnaher award, she was given the, “Go Get Um Lady” award…lol….Laurensquares, to give more afghan ideas, her award, “The Mad Afghaner Excuse MPat received a collage with all her costumes of the past, a bumper sticker with “The Best Theme Participate” and some chocolate for fuel to think up more costume ideas, her award, “The Best Theme Participate”…lol…Debb received a gavel to call award “The Big KahunaColleenthe wig and mask to disguise herself andEscape Artist” …lol

Be sure not to miss If you think you might want to go on a Yarn crawl be sure to let me know and I can schedule a field trip. The Santa Monica yarn crawl is all planned out when we are ready to go???? year we are going to come and have some fun. The house that is always on the Internet with dance to the music is there. [a not to be missed site]Finally no more construction at Hof’s so the traffic should be much lighter. Halloween

Highlights:

Chattering Chick 1

Meeting Recaps 2

Tips & Ideas 7

Share a Pattern 10

Book Reviews and Yarn 5

Hook n Needle Chatter 3

Pictures 7,8

Stitch n’ Cluck 4

Munchies Corner 11

Ads & Sponsors &Answers 12

Yarn Tips and Ideas 6

Calendar & Events 10

Extra Patterns:

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Group Leader: Debb Asst leader: Denise Treasurer: Patricia Website Updates: Open Hospitality: Denise Communications: Pat Historian: Open

Meetings are held 2x a month on the 1st and 3rd Thursday’s of each month at Hof’s Hut on the patio 6:30-9:00 p.m. Call or email Debb:

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Some True and Funny Labels on

Products:

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out" (w

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Yarn Matters

ello … WOW “Holy Sassafras” [see meaning on last page] as my mom always saidehind on newsletters! This past summer has been a real busy one for me with vacations, Red Hat events, and family obligations, but I am back on track and this newsletter will cover June-Aug. I will then get back on track with the rest of this year. Phew….

We had our Anniversary Awards Luncheon at Marie Calendars’ and it was really nice. There were 6 of us there, Colleen we hope you will join us next year! The lunch was excellent; the patio dining was private with our own very attentive waitress. Everyonehad a fun time with the awards this year. Instead of serious we had “fun” awards.

Denise was our SnC of the Year, and her regular award she received a chef’s hat and 2 storage bags, her title “The Stash Gobbler Mogul” lol…. Patricia received yarn, lips to put a smile on her face, and a puzzle to keep her calm, her title, “Smiling in the Face of Adversity”… she also was noted for having the most stitches on her body in the past year…lol… Donna received “deadly” knitting needles,to protect her stash and a her award, she was given the, “Go Get Um Lady” award…lol…. Lauren our excuse gal got an “excuse jar” filled with excuses, and a handmade book of granny squares, to give more afghan ideas, her award, “The Mad Afghaner Excuse M

received a collage with all her costumes of the past, a bumper sticker with “The Best Theme Participate” and some chocolate for fuel to think up more costume ideas, her award, “The Best Theme Participate”…lol…

received a gavel to call order at meetings, and a camera “gabby” bag to carry her camera, her award “The Big Kahuna-Gabby Photographer” …lol.. Colleen, who got her award at the next meeting, received a wig, mask, and “Just Say No” booklet, the wig and mask to disguise herself and the booklet to give her info on saying no…her award, “The Escape Artist” …lol

Be sure not to miss out on the fun and plan to be at next year’

If you think you might want to go on a Yarn crawl be sure to let me know and I can hedule a field trip. The Santa Monica yarn crawl is all planned out when we are ready to

Remember the Norco Craft Fair and the Christmas Lights Walk is comingyear we are going to “Candy Lane” in Palo Verdes. It is a fantastic neighbor so be sure to come and have some fun. The house that is always on the Internet with dance to the music is there. [a not to be missed site] Finally no more construction at Hof’s so the traffic should be much lighter. Halloween poem:

“When witches go riding, and black cats are seen,

the moon laughs and whispers,‘tis near Halloween.”

As always ladies, remember that;

“Life is a stitch of happiness, so try not to drop one.”

A Word from your Chattering Chick

Stitch n’ Chicks Newsletter

Monthly Funny:What do you get when you add monsters and ghost

broomst

Some True and Funny Labels on

Products: Sears’s hairdryer: “On the

tag of a reversible jacket: "Wash inside-

(which way would that be??...). ☺

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[see meaning on last page] as my mom always said am I This past summer has been a real busy one for me with vacations,

Red Hat events, and family obligations, but I am back on track and this newsletter will . I will then get back on track with the rest of this year. Phew….

at Marie Calendars’ and it was really nice. There were 6 of us there, Colleen we hope you will join us next year! The lunch was excellent; the patio dining was private with our own very attentive waitress. Everyone had a fun time with the awards this year. Instead of serious we had “fun” awards.

was our SnC of the Year, and her regular award she received a chef’s hat and 2 storage bags,

to put a smile on her face, and a puzzle to keep her calm, her title, “Smiling in the Face of Adversity”… she also was noted for having the most stitches on her body in

received “deadly” knitting needles,to protect her stash and a key chain, to proudly show off

our excuse gal got an “excuse jar” filled with excuses, and a handmade book of granny squares, to give more afghan ideas, her award, “The Mad Afghaner Excuse Maker”…lol…

received a collage with all her costumes of the past, a bumper sticker with “The Best Theme Participate” and some chocolate for fuel to think up more costume ideas, her award, “The Best

order at meetings, and a camera “gabby” bag to carry her camera, her

, who got her award at the next meeting, received a wig, mask, and “Just Say No” booklet, the booklet to give her info on saying no…her award, “The

next year’s anniversary luncheon!!

If you think you might want to go on a Yarn crawl be sure to let me know and I can hedule a field trip. The Santa Monica yarn crawl is all planned out when we are ready to

the Norco Craft Fair and the Christmas Lights Walk is coming up. This in Palo Verdes. It is a fantastic neighbor so be sure to

come and have some fun. The house that is always on the Internet with the lights that

Finally no more construction at Hof’s so the traffic should be much lighter. ☺

the moon laughs and whispers,

~Author Unknown~

As always ladies, remember that;

ry not to drop one.”

Crochetoholic DebbCrochetoholic DebbCrochetoholic DebbCrochetoholic Debb

A Word from your Chattering Chick

Volume 2011 Issue 4 & 5

Chicks Newsletter

Monthly Funny: What do you get when you add monsters and ghosts, and witches and

sticks? ☺ [ans last pg]

,

The group has

for 4-5 new members

that might be interested in joining us

them to a meeting.

If you would like to host a party or help

please let Debb know!! Or if you would like

to do a field trip let Debb know and just plan

it out and let the group know when and

where!

~Meeting~Meeting~Meeting~Meeting

� Pat won, Lauren won, Patricia won

� Debb’s newsletter is late and will be for 4 months June

� Picnic at El Dorado Park was fun KFC was the food of choice, Pat, Patricia, and Debb

� LA Fair Pat Patricia and Debb went

� Debb and Pat both won ribbons..� Rainbow skein still due Oct Halloween Party

� Check out our website www.stitchnchicks.weebly.com

� Does not look like we can actually talk on the website, there is a forum but it is difficult for some members to talk on it and it does not notify you when an email comes in…so yahoo will have to stay our way of posting for now..

� The website though can be used to read other info that was hard to access on the yahoo site…

� Discussed craft fairs coming up over the next few months

� Our Retreat was a the next newsletter

� Reminded about upcoming Christmas light walk

Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News: s

None this month…

Find the yarn ball hidden in each issue and the location to be found on tfollowing month!

• •

Stitch n’ Chick of the Year”

Birthdays

• Sept 10th-Lauren

Oct 19th- Donna

Anniversaries • Luncheon 7/2012

Announcements: o Dec 15th-Thurs -6pm-Christmas Lights Walk in “candy Lane” in PV

o Dec 4th-Sun- Christmas Fair in Norco

Sharing a Funny Story An extremely modest man was in the hospital for a series of tests, the last of which had left his system upset. Upon making several false-alarm trips to the

bathroom he decided the latest was another and stayed put. He suddenly filled his bed with diarrhea and was embarrassed beyond his ability to

remain rational. Losing his presence of mind, he jumped up, gathered up the

bed sheets, and threw them out the hospital window. A drunk was walking by the hospital when the sheets landed on him. He started yelling, cursing, and swinging his arms wildly, which left the

soiled sheets in a tangled pile at his feet. As

the drunk stood there staring down at the sheets, a security guard who had watched

the whole incident walked up and asked,

"What the heck was that all about?" Still

staring down, the drunk replied: "I think I

just beat the heck out of a ghost!" LoL ☺

Our Guests:Our Guests:Our Guests:Our Guests:

Stitch n’ Chicks

“ Happy “B” Day Patricia and raffle winner

The group has 7 members. We have openings

new members. If you know of anyone

that might be interested in joining us, invite

them to a meeting.

If you would like to host a party or help

please let Debb know!! Or if you would like

to do a field trip let Debb know and just plan

it out and let the group know when and

~Meeting~Meeting~Meeting~Meeting MinutesMinutesMinutesMinutes~~~~

Pat won, Lauren won, Patricia

Debb’s computer was down so newsletter is late and will be for 4 months June-Sept Picnic at El Dorado Park was fun KFC was the food of choice, Pat, Patricia, and Debb LA Fair Pat Patricia and Debb

Debb and Pat both won ribbons.. Rainbow skein still due Oct alloween Party

Check out our website www.stitchnchicks.weebly.com Does not look like we can actually talk on the website, there is a forum but it is difficult for some members to talk on it and it does ot notify you when an email

comes in…so yahoo will have to stay our way of posting for now.. The website though can be used to read other info that was hard to access on the yahoo site… Discussed craft fairs coming up over the next few months Our Retreat was a blast photos in the next newsletter Reminded about upcoming Christmas light walk…

Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News:Old News ~ New News: s

None this month…

Find the yarn ball hidden in each issue and the location to be found on the last page of the following month! ☺

No new Members

But we did get a treat and had a meeting at Colleen’s lovely home. �

Our Guests:Our Guests:Our Guests:Our Guests: Who’s under that hat??? [ans

Happy September


Day Patricia and raffle winner

s under that hat??? [ans last page]

September “B” day Lauren

This exercise ball has a crochet carrying handle… cute! http://www.flickr.com/photos/73475297@N00/316357188

What is this? [ans last pg]

These two hats are too cute..sorry no patterns

More cool hats

http://whatthecool.com/post/3464722256

This is actually a crochet dog

toy…too cute.. http://puprwear.com/item_738/Dog-Toy--Ice-Cream-Cone-Squeaks.htm

Keeping our hands and wrists painand knitting/ crocheting all day or crafting. Tryyour hands from cramping up and feeling stiff. Berroco also has a great warm upExcercise PDFYoga. demonstrating basic hand exercises to increase strength and flexibility of your hands and fingers. hands. We all get on a roll with our projects and it becomes hard to put it down giving our hands the proper rest they crave. It’s a good lesson in moderation we should always remind ourselves to do.

If no

nerve damage and permanent disability in various degrees. Typically, the

chiropractic treatment includes manipulation of the affected wrist and

elbow, as well as manipulation of the upper sp

used, as well as heat, hand exercises, ultra sound therapy and even

acupuncture.

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“The most wasted day is one in which

“When you can’t go with your friend to lunch before the mail comes

Stitch n’ Chicks

Let’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple Exercises

Keeping our hands and wrists pain-free can be hard with working on the computer and knitting/ crocheting all day or crafting. Try these exercises or stretches to keep your hands from cramping up and feeling stiff. Berroco also has a great warm up, which you can print PDF directions: Download the Hand Stretch Excercise PDF Another great way to relieve the Carpel Tunnel Syndrome is with Yoga. www.handhealth.com Has is a terrific and informative site with free videos demonstrating basic hand exercises to increase strength and flexibility of your hands and fingers. One of the biggest challenges is to take breaks and rehands. We all get on a roll with our projects and it becomes hard to put it down giving our hands the proper rest they crave. It’s a good lesson in moderation we should always remind ourselves to do.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a repetitive s

injury, or an RSI, where tingling, numbness or a

pins and needles sensation is felt in the wrist and

hand. It is common with those who perform

repetitive, daily tasks with their fingers or hands.

Some common activities that can trigger carpal

tunnel syndrome include: knitting, sewing,

crocheting, computer typing and using a computer

mouse to point and click, house cleaning, playing a

stringed instrument and using hand tools,

especially those for turning or twisting, like a

screwdriver or wrench.

If not properly treated, carpal tunnel syndrome can cause irreversible



elbow, as well as manipulation of the upper spine. Ice packs may also be


acupuncture.

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“The most wasted day is one in which we have not laughed.”

** You know you crochet too much when…..

When you can’t go with your friend to lunch before the mail comes

“Crochet” magazine is due in the mail!


Let’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple ExercisesLet’s Help Our Hands with Simple Exercises

free can be hard with working on the computer these exercises or stretches to keep

your hands from cramping up and feeling stiff. Berroco also has a great Handeze Download the Hand Stretch

Another great way to relieve the Carpel Tunnel Syndrome is with Has is a terrific and informative site with free videos

demonstrating basic hand exercises to increase strength and flexibility of your One of the biggest challenges is to take breaks and rest your

hands. We all get on a roll with our projects and it becomes hard to put it down giving our hands the proper rest they crave. It’s a good lesson in moderation – one

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a repetitive stress

tingling, numbness or a

pins and needles sensation is felt in the wrist and

who perform

repetitive, daily tasks with their fingers or hands.

Some common activities that can trigger carpal

syndrome include: knitting, sewing,

crocheting, computer typing and using a computer

mouse to point and click, house cleaning, playing a

stringed instrument and using hand tools,

especially those for turning or twisting, like a

t properly treated, carpal tunnel syndrome can cause irreversible



ine. Ice packs may also be


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we have not laughed.”

know you crochet too much when…..

When you can’t go with your friend to lunch before the mail comes because your new

☺

~Did you know that

~Ever wondered why~people who order double cheeseburgers, fries and then a Diet coke!

~Ever wondered why~ if airports are so safe then why the airports are called “terminals?”

~Ever wonder why~ we leave our cars worth thousands in the drivegarage. ☺ And why is it the time of day with the slowest is called the “rush hour?”

~ Did you know~ that most lipstick contains fish scales…yuck!!

~Did you know~.85% of plant life is found in Oceans…wow…and look at all the green around you.

~Did you know~ the names of all contAsia,

~Did you know~ how BOOB(s) got Their Name

Look closely what do you see in this photo? What is a co

•

Monthly Riddle???? *Arnold Schwarzenegger has a big one. *Michael J. Fox has a small one. *Madonna doesn't have one. *The Pope has one but doesn't use it. *Clinton uses his all the time. *Obama is one. *Mickey Mouse has an unusual one. *Liberace never used his on women. *Jerry Seinfeld is very, very proud of his. *Cher claims that she took on 3. *We never saw Lucy use Desi's.

What is it? ☺ [ans last pg]

Stitch n’ Chicks

Did you know that~ Barbie's measurements if she were life size: 39

ver wondered why~ stores sell hot dogs in packs of 10 and buns in packages of 8? How about

rs, fries and then a Diet coke! ☺

if airports are so safe then why the airports are called “terminals?”

leave our cars worth thousands in the drive-way and then put our useless junk in the the time of day with the slowest is called the “rush hour?” ☺

that most lipstick contains fish scales…yuck!!

85% of plant life is found in Oceans…wow…and look at all the green around you.

the names of all continents both start and end with the same letter, think about it…Europe, America,

Name? ☺

.

Cute Halloween Costume

Look closely what do you see in this photo? What is a co [ans last page]

• Monthly Trivia: Ann Orr, one of America's most popular and prolific crochet designers of the early 20th century, became the principal editor and designer for Coats & Clark's needlework publications while still only a teenager.

A. Why do ghosts have so much trouble dating?.

B. How do witches keep their hair in place while flying?

C. Why was the skeleton afraid to cross the road?


Barbie's measurements if she were life size: 39-23-33! Wow!

stores sell hot dogs in packs of 10 and buns in packages of 8? How about

if airports are so safe then why the airports are called “terminals?” ☺

way and then put our useless junk in the

85% of plant life is found in Oceans…wow…and look at all the green around you.

inents both start and end with the same letter, think about it…Europe, America,

Cute Halloween Costume

Look closely what do you see in this photo? What is a cow in knit socks? ☺ [ans last page]

Ann Orr, one of America's most popular and prolific crochet of the early 20th century, became the principal editor and designer

for Coats & Clark's needlework publications while still only a teenager.

Why do ghosts have so much trouble

How do witches keep their hair in place while flying?

Why was the skeleton afraid to cross the road?

What animal is this? [Ans on last Pg to this strange animal]

knit flu mask or Dr Halloween mask http://www.etsy.com/shop/stellasknits

A knit “Spirals French” bag on Rivalry http://hueanddye.blogspot.com/2011/04/new-patterns-available-to-download.html Guess what this is? [ans last pg]

“

Pokemon” character http://wolfdreamer-oth.blogspot.com/2009/09/natu-plushie.html

Crochet and padded earrings http://stylebyjasmine.blogspot.com/2011/06/ etsy-pick-

of-day-fudumudu.html

I discovered being reprinthem, some as lucky finds in secondhand bookshops. many times. You’ll “Miss Silversort of stage prop, like a style of dress, to indicate something about the character of the knitter: that she is oldSilveraware that her knitting conveys an impression that helps her in her profession. She takes advantage of that, but her knitting is not a prop. She is a real knitter and knitting wherever she goes. In a given book, we may watch her cast on a garment, finish it, assemble and trim it, and immediately cast on for the next one. Patricia Wentworth wrote a series of 32 crime novels (classic“Miss Silver,” the first of which was published in 1928, and the last of which was published in the year of her death. “Miss Silver” is sometimes compared to created by Agatha Christie. “Miss Silver” is a retired govShe works closely with Scotland Yard, especially Inspector Frank Abbott. She is fond of quoting the poet Tennyson.Cost:

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These both came from “

Stitch n’ Chicks

New Book ReviewNew Book ReviewNew Book ReviewNew Book Review

“The Girl in the Cellar”

Cover of The Girl in the Cellar by Patricia Wentworth. This was the last Mill Silver book and was originally published in 1961. (Courtesy Ulverscrot Late Print Books)

http://www.amazon.com/Girl-Cellar-Isis-Mystery/dp/0753181274/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_5

By Patricia Wentworth

I discovered “Miss Silver” in the 1980s when many of the “Miss Silverbeing reprinted in the United States. I liked them so much that I bought all thirtythem, some as lucky finds in secondhand bookshops. You will want to reread them many times. You’ll enjoy them for many reasons, but a delightful bonus Miss Silver” knits. Knitting is not that common in literature, and it usually serves as a

sort of stage prop, like a style of dress, to indicate something about the character of the knitter: that she is old-fashioned, or industrious, or a harmless old lady. While Silver” is both old-fashioned and industrious, she is not a harmless old lady. She is aware that her knitting conveys an impression that helps her in her profession. She takes advantage of that, but her knitting is not a prop. She is a real knitter and knitting wherever she goes. In a given book, we may watch her cast on a garment, finish it, assemble and trim it, and immediately cast on for the next one.

Patricia Wentworth wrote a series of 32 crime novels (classic-style whodunits) many featu“Miss Silver,” the first of which was published in 1928, and the last of which was published in the year of her death. “Miss Silver” is sometimes compared to Jane Marple

created by Agatha Christie. “Miss Silver” is a retired governess who becomes a private detective. She works closely with Scotland Yard, especially Inspector Frank Abbott. She is fond of quoting the poet Tennyson. Cost: paperback used….$15.99

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“Those Naughty Bad Words”“You never really learn to swear, until you can’t find the yarn for your

next chosen project!”

These both came from “What not to Crochet” blog all crocheted


By Patricia Wentworth

Miss Silver” novels were ted in the United States. I liked them so much that I bought all thirty-two of

You will want to reread them enjoy them for many reasons, but a delightful bonus will be that Knitting is not that common in literature, and it usually serves as a

sort of stage prop, like a style of dress, to indicate something about the character of the fashioned, or industrious, or a harmless old lady. While “Miss

fashioned and industrious, she is not a harmless old lady. She is aware that her knitting conveys an impression that helps her in her profession. She takes advantage of that, but her knitting is not a prop. She is a real knitter and takes her knitting wherever she goes. In a given book, we may watch her cast on a garment, finish it, assemble and trim it, and immediately cast on for the next one.

style whodunits) many featuring “Miss Silver,” the first of which was published in 1928, and the last of which was published in

Marple, the elderly detective erness who becomes a private detective.

She works closely with Scotland Yard, especially Inspector Frank Abbott. She is fond of quoting

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Those Naughty Bad Words” ou can’t find the yarn for your

” blog all crocheted - Wow!

Some Helpful Hints!!

Part One: How do you attach afghan squares? There are several sites to see ""know hows".

the abbreviation explanations, videos, and free patterns. My favorite for learning

"Crochet 911 & Knit 911

cross stitch, running stitch, back stitch or another variation, crocheted slip stitch,

single crochet, knitted 3

together; you start with square A in the 1

the 1st st, ch 1, sc, next st in square A, ch 1, sc in the 2nd stitch of

on around, when you get to the corners sc in both A and B in the corner stitch then

ch 1 and sc in the next stitch back and forth between square A and

“W”.

The overcast seam, as illustrated in Weave

challenging to make look decent

ridge, or one that’s full of holes. If you choose to use it, take your time in

experimenting with seam yarn, which doesn’t have to be the same yarn that y

The lacy stitch seam is just a variation of an overcast seam, going through fewer

loops. I do like this seam for felted items because it’s quick and the seams pretty

much disappear in the felting process. (However, I

same orientation, not mirrored as pictured below.)

If you want your seam to be highly decorative and visible, the cross stitch seam

has much to recommend it. Be aware that the method illustrated in We

Weavette booklets only crosses in the front. My cross stitch seam is crossed on

both sides and is completely reversible.

Next month: Part Two

• They're che

For the man in your life???

A knit turkey

http://iitki.blogspot.com/2010/11/present-day.html

Nasty looking pumpkin

What tool is this?

[ans last pg] What is this? [ans last pg]

Halloween Jokes:

A. What is a vampire's favorite sport?

B. How do monsters tell their future?

“The man who invests all your money is called a broker?”

What do you call a cat with eight legs that likes to go swimming?

Stitch n’ Chicks

Some Helpful Hints!!

Part One: How do you attach afghan squares? There are several sites to see "ABCs of Knitting" is excellent for knitting ideas and

"know hows". http://tata-tatao.to/knit/e-index.html Also try "


Crochet 911 & Knit 911" A few options to connect are: sewing with a whip stitch,


single crochet, knitted 3-needle bind-off. There are dozens of choices

together; you start with square A in the 1st st and sc, ch 1, then sc in square B, in

the 1st st, ch 1, sc, next st in square A, ch 1, sc in the 2nd stitch of


ch 1 and sc in the next stitch back and forth between square A and

The overcast seam, as illustrated in Weave-It manuals, is e

challenging to make look decent—at least for me. I tend to get either a hard, ugly


experimenting with seam yarn, which doesn’t have to be the same yarn that y

weave with.



much disappear in the felting process. (However, I stitch having all pieces in the

same orientation, not mirrored as pictured below.)

Weave-It Cross Stitch Seam


has much to recommend it. Be aware that the method illustrated in We


both sides and is completely reversible. Next month: Part Two July 2011

Ever PonderEver PonderEver PonderEver Ponder WHY ???WHY ???WHY ???WHY ???

he man who invests all your money is called a broker?”

What does the old word “” mean??? What do you call a cat with eight legs that likes to go swimming?

[Ans. Last pg]


" is excellent for knitting ideas and

Also try "Free Crochet" for all


" A few options to connect are: sewing with a whip stitch,


There are dozens of choices!To sc them

st and sc, ch 1, then sc in square B, in

the 1st st, ch 1, sc, next st in square A, ch 1, sc in the 2nd stitch of square B, and so


ch 1 and sc in the next stitch back and forth between square A and square B....like a

It manuals, is easy to execute and

at least for me. I tend to get either a hard, ugly


experimenting with seam yarn, which doesn’t have to be the same yarn that you



stitch having all pieces in the

It Cross Stitch Seam


has much to recommend it. Be aware that the method illustrated in Weave-It and


WHY ???WHY ???WHY ???WHY ???

he man who invests all your money is called a broker?”

??? What do you call a cat with eight legs that likes to go swimming?

Halloween Projects [Click photos for website or click “Ctrl + click]

�� I love

This is a cute Halloween bag

� This is a free pattern

Halloween afghan

This spider hat is

�� use this pattern with bulky yarn

And attach it with glue to a headbandhttp://handmadebymother.blogspot.com

/2009/10/along

Thought for the dayfilled with patterns and yarn

ourselves over and let the beautiful

Stitch n’ Chicks

[Click photos for website or click “Ctrl + click]

I love Halloween:

This is a cute Halloween bag ��

This is a free pattern

Halloween afghan

Here is another cute afghan For Halloween buy pattern �

This spider hat is spooky

use this pattern with bulky yarn

And attach it with glue to a headband http://handmadebymother.blogspot.com

/2009/10/along-came-spider.html

Yuck this one looks real… �

Thought for the day - "We are cups, constantly and quietly being with patterns and yarn. The trick is knowing how to tip

ourselves over and let the beautiful projects flow out." ☺


uietly being

Pet Corner:

Granny Square “Halloween Dog Sweater”

from the new issue of “Crochet Today”

http://www.crochettoday.com

Skull Scarf cute

Free instructions Tiger costume easy http://family.go.com/halloween-costume-

contest/easy-homemade-costumes-3/tiger--girl-costume--easy-homemade-costume-1844

Wrap yourself up in foam and be an Alien for Halloween

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All meetings at Hof’s Hut

4 annual pot-lucks/parties at Debb’s house;

Oct 27th

Halloween Party-pot-luck [costume]

Dec 1st Christmas Party [wear Christmas colors]

March 2012 Spring Pot Luck

June 2012 Summer Fun

If you have an idea for an event or party or want to help

or host one just let Debb know!

A special thank you to member Patricia,

goodie bags to our get together

What was the most popular TV show in the 1990s[Ans. see last pg]

What year was the movie “2001: Space Odyssey” released?[Ans: see last pg]

Club Events

1. Oct 27th

- Halloween Costume Party-Pot luck @ Debb’s housewear any costume-games-prizes-fun

2. Nov 3rd

& 17th

- meetings @ Hof’s Hut

3. Dec 1st-Christmas Party-wear your Christmas colors

to exchange-food provided by club-songs-4. Dec 4

th- Norco Fair- Yummy Gingerbread cookies

Big Boy 5. Dec 15

th- 5:30 pm-9pm- Christmas Lights Walk

Lane” in Palos Verdes-hot choc and pie @

Non-Club Events:

6. Oct 6th

-9th

-Sugar Plum Fest- OC Fairgrounds, bldg 11, FREE $5 parking fee [Thurs-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 9am-

7. Nov 5th

- Craft Fair- United Methodist ChurchWillow-FREE-lots of goodies [10am-??]

8. Nov 10th

-12th

—Sugar Plum Fest-OC Fairgrounds, FREE $5 parking fee [Thurs-Fri-9am-9pm, Sat 9am

9. Dec 9th

-11th

–Gem Faire-OC Fairgrounds,fee[fri-noon-7pm, Sat- 10am-6pm, Sun 10am


All meetings at Hof’s Hut

lucks/parties at Debb’s house;

luck [costume]

Dec 1st Christmas Party [wear Christmas colors]

If you have an idea for an event or party or want to help

or host one just let Debb know!

Patricia, for bringing the

get togethers!

show in the 1990s?

What year was the movie “2001: Space Odyssey” released?

Pot luck @ Debb’s house-

wear your Christmas colors-bring a gift -fun

Yummy Gingerbread cookies-lunch at Bob’s

Christmas Lights Walk- at “Candy hot choc and pie @

OC Fairgrounds, bldg 11, FREE $5 -5pm]

United Methodist Church-Woodruff &

Fairgrounds, FREE $5 9pm, Sat 9am-5pm]

Fairgrounds, Bldg 10-$7- $5 parking 6pm, Sun 10am-5pm]

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“Man in the Casket

casket out of cardboard and cut a hole in the bottom. Next make a set of fake

legs and place them in the coffin. Use newspaper or packing chips to stuff legs

of an old pair of jogging pants with socks and tennis shoes.

monster head with wig and connect it to the top of the coffin. The cape is the

part that hides the hole and where you will enter the box. Slip into a sweatshirt

and pull it over the fake body in the box.

The fake hands can be handmade al

would look much better. Place them so it looks as though they are carrying the

coffin. This should look like a monster is carrying a coffin with a man in it. You

are the head and hands in the coffin. The cape is attac

coffin along with the fake hands. The monster can be anything, an alien,

animal, wolf man, whatever you like. Sitting might be a bit awkward but this is

too funny.

Whoa those “girls” are busting out!!! .

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A A A A Halloween CostumeHalloween CostumeHalloween CostumeHalloween Costume -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Man in the Casket” An easy Halloween costume. First create a fake



of an old pair of jogging pants with socks and tennis shoes.



and pull it over the fake body in the box.

The fake hands can be handmade also but you can find monster hands that



are the head and hands in the coffin. The cape is attac



too funny.

Spider Hat

This one is cute…All you need to make this spider hat ahat, two large sheets of black construction paper or even better use black foam piping wrap from the hardware store, and a pair of selfeyes. Simply fold each sheet of construction paper lengthwise intotal of eight legs). Cut the strips apart. Each strip should be folded twice the middle and once near the end -- and then unfolded again to make the legs appear segmented. Next, attach the strips to the hat. We didn't evenglue -- we simply tucked them into the hat band. Stick on the eyes

spider hat. A black sweatshirt and black pants, draped with spider webs would complete the look. If you are using the foam cut 8 legs the same length and then sew them onto the hat or onto the tee’s sleeves…be sure to dress all in black, and then put a large red spot on your back if you want to be a Black Widow…

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Snake hat Here's an easy little project you can turn around in a couple hours if you need a costume hat in a hurry

you will need:

• Little vinyl snakes

• Old baseball cap

• black thread

• hot melt glue

The only things needed to buy for this project a

snakes. Get them online at the link above

store. Glue on and sew together the snakes onto hat.


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alloween costume. First create a fake



of an old pair of jogging pants with socks and tennis shoes. Then make a fake



so but you can find monster hands that



are the head and hands in the coffin. The cape is attached to the sides of the



All you need to make this spider hat are a $1 store black plastic hat, two large sheets of black construction paper or even better use black foam piping wrap from the hardware store, and a pair of self-adhesive extra large wiggle eyes. Simply fold each sheet of construction paper lengthwise into four strips (for a total of eight legs). Cut the strips apart. Each strip should be folded twice -- once in

and then unfolded again to make the legs appear segmented. Next, attach the strips to the hat. We didn't even have to use

we simply tucked them into the hat band. Stick on the eyes et voilà! A

A black sweatshirt and black pants, draped with spider webs would complete the look. If you are using the foam cut 8 legs the same

hem onto the hat or onto the tee’s sleeves…be sure to dress all in black, and then put a large red spot on your back if you want to

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easy little project you can turn around in a couple hours if you

Little vinyl snakes (two bags)

Old baseball cap

things needed to buy for this project are the bags of

them online at the link above or check out the $1

Glue on and sew together the snakes onto hat.


Extra Pattern

Ruffle Scarf This ruffle scarf is very simple and easy to crochet. All you need to do is make a nice long chapproximately the length of the scarf and keep doubling the number of crochet stitches on each row of the scarf. You can even alternate colors or add a small edging for the last row to make a nifty style. Make a bold fashion statement with this fun and vibrant crocheted scarf.

Finished Size: 58” (137 cm) long, 5 ½” (14 cm) wide

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn Crochet Hook H (5.00 mm) Yarn Needle

Gauge: not really important Crochet Pattern: Ruffle Scarf, Row 1: ch 203, tr in third ch from hook, tr in each row ch across, Row 2 – 4: ch 3, turn, 2 tr in each tr across, Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc in each tr across, finish off, For a thinner scarf, simply make fewer rows that indicated in the pattern.

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Doggie Scarf

Head (make 14), Row 1: with A ch 12, sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc in each ch across, turn. (11), Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc across to last st, 2 sc, turn. (13), Row 3: rep row 2. (15), Row 4: ch 1, sc across, turn., Row 5: ch 1, dec sc over first 2 sts, sc across to last 2 sts, dec sc, turn. (13), Row 6: rep row 5. (11) ,Row 7: rep row 5. (9), Row 8-12: ch 1, sc across, turn., Row 13: rep row 5. (7), Row 14: rep row 5. (5), Rnd 15: ch 1, sc across now continue down side of head with sc in each row end and then across with sc in each st, sc up other side with sc in each row end, join in beg sc. Fasten off.,

Dog Ears (make 14 left and 14 right), Left Ear, Row 1: with D ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc across, turn. (3) Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, sc in next st, 2 sc in last st, turn. (5) Row 3-8: ch 1, sc across, turn. Row 9: ch 1, dec sc over first 2 sts, sc across, turn. (4) Row 10: ch 1, sc across to last 2 sts, dec sc, turn. (3) Row 11: rep row 9. (2) Row 12: ch 1, dec sc, turn. (1) Rnd 13: ch 1, sc in same st, sc in each row end and sc around ear like you did for the head. Fasten off and stitch to head. Right Ear Row 1: with D ch 4, sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc across, turn. (3) Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in first st,

sc in next st, 2 sc in last st, turn. (5) Row 3-8: ch 1, sc across, turn. Row 9: ch 1, sc across to last 2 sts, dec sc, turn. (4) Row 10: ch 1, dec sc over first 2 sts, sc across, turn. (3) Row 11: rep row 9. (2) Row 12: ch 1, dec sc, turn. (1) Rnd 13: ch 1, sc in same st, sc in each row end and sc around ear like you did for the head. Fasten off and stitch to head. Nose (make 14) Row 1: with B ch 2, 3 sc in 2nd ch from hk, turn. (3)

Row 2: ch 1, 2 sc in first st, 3 dc in next st, 2 sc in last st, fasten off. Stitch nose to face. Bone (make 2) Rnd 1: with C ch 9, sc in 2nd ch from hk, sc in 7 ch, ch 1, (sc, 3 dc, 2 sc, 3 dc, sc) in side of sc just made, sc in each of next 6 sc across bottom, ch 1, (sc, 3 dc, 2 sc, 3 dc, sc) in bottom of last sc, working across top sc in 6 sts, join bot first sc of end group. Fasten off.

Finishing Stitch dog heads together with 2 halves of 7, stitch the 2 halves together. Stitch the bones to the nose of each dog on the ends. Lightly Block scarf before adding eyes

Blocking scarf – To block scarves use hot iron and kitchen size towel wet. Lay scarf on iron board or hard surface and place wet towel over scarf, lightly press iron on towel, do not move but just quick press. This steams the scarf and flattens it out so it lays nice. Repeat for full length of scarf. As you steam press be sure you shape if needed. Let dry for at least 15 minutes. If you leave iron on to long or press hard you can ruin scarf. Glue eyes to heads and let dry


Extra Pattern & Stitch : Free Red Hat Patterns http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/mad-willy-hat

Here is a Black Cat Ears Headband. Just switch up the ears for other characters, like a devil, bear, bunny, or a puppy. You get the idea. This takes about 30 minutes to do.

Kitty Cat Headband

1. One plastic headband 2. Bulky weight yarn Patons Shetland Chunky, in charcoal. 3. Size G crochet hook

4. Scissors 5. Yarn Needle

Start out by chaining 40. Make chain long enough to cover the teeth on the headband. The teeth prevent the yarn from shifting and sliding. Now you're going to single crochet in each chain enclosing the headband as you go. When you've worked all the chain stitches, fasten off. Next skip eight sc, join yarn with a slipstitch into 9th sc. *Single crochet in next seven sc. Chain one and turn. Skip first sc, single crochet in next 6 sc. Chain one and turn. Skip first sc, single crochet in next five sc. Chain one and turn. Continue this way

until you have one single crochet left, and fasten off.* For second ear, skip next six single crochet and join yarn with slip stitch in seventh sc. Repeat from * to *. Fasten off and work in yarn ends. sc = single crochet You are done! This doesn't have to be just for Halloween either. It would be fun for dress up play anytime of the year, for little people and big people. http://debrascreativeramblings.blogspot.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Q: How do you do the Crazy Stitch, (a/k/a Brick Stitch, a/k/a Crazy Shell Stitch)?

A: . Starting Chain: Crochet a chain of length needed.

Row 1: 3 double crochet in 4th chain from hook, * skip 3 chains, single crochet in next chain, chain 3, 3 double crochet in same chain. The photo at left shows the first of these 3 double crochet in progress.

Row 1, cont. Repeat from * across row. End with: single crochet in next chain. Row 2: Chain 3 to turn. 3 double crochet in single crochet of previous row single crochet in

next chain-3 space of previous row, chain 3, 3 double crochet in same chain-3 space. Repeat

from * across row. End with single crochet in last chain-3 of previous row. Repeat row 2 until

desired length is reached. http://crochet.about.com/library/blcrazyst.htm

What is???

[Ans. Last pg]

How many zeros are in a Trillion dollars? [See the last page for ans]

Extra Pattern:

Making T

T-shirt yarn can only be made from the stretchy fabric of normal tscreen-printing, embroidery, decals, or textured designs cannot be used. Tused up to the pocket level. shirts will only yield small amounts of this yarn. They are great for small crafts and accents for la

Creating the Tsewn hem. Then, use your sharp scissor to cut into the twide. Continue cutting around the whole tstarting to form.

the yarn. This works best with t-shirts that are actually woven knit pattern. Most of them are, so do not worry. Grab the end of the twill automatically wind itself into a tube of fabric with the cut ends inside. Wind this into a ball just as yo

http://www.flickr.com/photos/stiglice/4440524074

Crochet a Baby Blanket with “Curlfoundation row of sand turn. Work 1sc into each of first 2 sts *Make 10ch, Work 3sc

into 2nd chain from hook, Work 3sc into each of remaining 8ch** From * to ** is one curl, Next: *** Work 1sc into each of next 4 sts of your f

**** until edging is finished, ending with 1sc into each of last 2 stitches of foundation row

http://www.how

Great plant hanger crochet

http://crochetnuts

Crochet your pet a sweater to keep them warm this winterThis sweater can be used for a smaller dog or cat.. http://www.crochetnmore.com/dogsweater.htm

�� Sweater on the kitty….

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Extra Pattern:

Making T-shirt Yarn:

shirt yarn can only be made from the stretchy fabric of normal t-shirts. Any shirts with embellishments like printing, embroidery, decals, or textured designs cannot be used. T

used up to the pocket level. Both adult and children's t-shirts can be used to create tshirts will only yield small amounts of this yarn. They are great for small crafts and accents for la

Creating the T-Shirt Yarn Creating the t-shirt yarn is simple to do. Start at the bottom of the tsewn hem. Then, use your sharp scissor to cut into the t-shirt at an angle. Cut a strip of the fabric about one inch

e. Continue cutting around the whole t-shirt at a slight angle. You will have a continuous strip of tstarting to form. After the entire t-shirt is cut from hem to just under the arms, snip the end and get ready to form

shirts that are actually woven knit pattern. Most of them are, so do not worry. Grab the end of the twill automatically wind itself into a tube of fabric with the cut ends inside. Wind this into a ball just as you would regular yarn. Your t

http://www.flickr.com/photos/stiglice/4440524074

Crochet a Baby Blanket with “Curliquefoundation row of sc, After finishing your foundation row, make 1ch and turn. Work 1sc into each of first 2 sts *Make 10ch, Work 3sc

into 2nd chain from hook, Work 3sc into each of remaining 8ch** From * to ** is one curl, Next: *** Work 1sc into each of next 4 sts of your foundation row. Make 1 curl**** Repeat from *** to

**** until edging is finished, ending with 1sc into each of last 2 stitches of foundation row

http://www.how-to-crochet-instructions.com/curlicue.html

Great plant hanger crochet

http://crochetnuts-place.blogspot.com/2011/01/crochet-plant-hangers.html

Crochet your pet a sweater to keep them warm this winter This sweater can be used for a smaller dog or

http://www.crochetnmore.com/dogsweater.htm

Sweater on the kitty….

This knit market bag is so nice the pattern is free on Ravelry �

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lets-go-shopping- --market-bag


shirts. Any shirts with embellishments like printing, embroidery, decals, or textured designs cannot be used. T-shirts with breast pockets can only be

shirts can be used to create t-shirt yarn. Of course, kid's t-shirts will only yield small amounts of this yarn. They are great for small crafts and accents for larger projects.

shirt yarn is simple to do. Start at the bottom of the t-shirt and cut off the shirt at an angle. Cut a strip of the fabric about one inch

shirt at a slight angle. You will have a continuous strip of t-shirt yarn shirt is cut from hem to just under the arms, snip the end and get ready to form

shirts that are actually woven knit pattern. Most of them are, so do not worry. Grab the end of the t-shirt yarn and pull it gently. It u would regular yarn. Your t-shirt yarn is ready to use.

ique” edging.. Start with a

After finishing your foundation row, make 1ch and turn. Work 1sc into each of first 2 sts *Make 10ch, Work 3sc

into 2nd chain from hook, Work 3sc into each of remaining 8ch** From * to ** is one curl, Next: *** Work 1sc into each of next 4

oundation row. Make 1 curl**** Repeat from *** to

**** until edging is finished, ending with 1sc into each of last 2

hangers.html

Extra Pretty Knit and Crochet Projects:

Scary Greenhttp://blog.madebytelaine.com/2009/10/rawr.html

�� These crochet felted kitty bags are adorable it’s a

free Lyon Brand patternhttp://www.americaskn

�

http://craftstew.com/knit/freepurse This is beautiful and great for the fall

��

http://lifebyhook.blogspot.com/2010/11/monster

“Hold on, man. We don't go anywhere with

"Scary," "Spooky," "Haunted," or "Forbidden"

in the title.” ~From Scooby-Doo

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xtra Pretty Knit and Crochet Projects:

� A different Beaded Fish. Cute free pattern http://gnathalie2.wordpress.com/2008/05/01/great-use-of-yuck-yarn

Crochet button Collar Scarf Download free pattern � http://mylittlecitygirl.com/2008/11/pineapple-scarf-free-pattern

Scary Green Halloween “Dino” hats free pattern http://blog.madebytelaine.com/2009/10/rawr.html

�

These crochet felted kitty bags are adorable it’s a

free Lyon Brand pattern http://www.americasknitting.com/project_archive/Fall2008.htm

� Knit bag free pattern http://craftstew.com/knit/free-knit-purse-pattern

This is beautiful and great for the fall

�� http://lifebyhook.blogspot.com/2010/11/monster-crochet-blog.html

We don't go anywhere with

orbidden"

Doo~

What is the most common used letter in the alphabet? [Ans see last page]


What is the most common used letter in the alphabet? [Ans see last page]

Extra Recipe an Easy Snack:

Garlic Pumpkin Seeds

What you’ll need: 1 tablespoon seasoned salt , 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds

Directions: In a small bowl, combine the oil, celery salt, garlic powder and seasoned salt. of the seeds in a single layer on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir.until seeds are crunchy and lightly browned, stirring after each mstoring in an airtight container. Yield: 2 cups.

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This eight

Licorice pieces help create the lengthy legs and sweet smirk.

1. Cover a cup

2. Attach sourball halves to circle mints using icing.

3. Place the eyes and a chocolate

4. Form a smile with a s

5. Use eight long slivers of black licorice for legs and two short slivers for

pinchers; cut into points and insert into cupcake

To make the cupcake, follow these steps:

1. Hollow out the center of a chocolate cupcake to form a cauldron.

2. Ice around the crevice and sides of the cupcake with chocolate frosting; cover in chocolate cookie crumbs.

[Oreos work well]

3. Fill the top opening with green

gel, an array of green sprinkles, and a few pieces of small green candy.

4. Bend a small strip of licorice from one side of the cupcake to the other to form the

cauldron's handle. Add a chocolate stick stirrer, if desired

To make Cauldron Sticks

Put a wire rack on top of wax paper, you will need pretzel sticks and semipieces: melt in microwave semiand then lay on rack to dry. Stick in cupcakes when solid.

This frightful cupcake is sure to be a monster hit at your Halloween get

Big eyes and spiky hair transform a plain cupcake into a special Hallow's Eve treat.


1. Insert sour

2. Cut one thin candy wafer in half and place at the top of

3. Use frosting to stick two blue mini candy

for pupils.

Why did the Vampire get fired from the Blood He was caught drinking on the job.

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Extra Recipe an Easy Snack:

Pumpkin Seeds

1 tablespoon canola oil, 1/2 teaspoon celery salt , 1/2 teaspoon fresh pumpkin seeds

In a small bowl, combine the oil, celery salt, garlic powder and seasoned salt. Add pumpkin seeds; toss to coat. Spread a quarter safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir.

until seeds are crunchy and lightly browned, stirring after each minute. Repeat with remaining pumpkin seeds. Serve warm, or cool before

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Decorate Spooky Cup Cakes

eight-legged cupcake cutie sports a friendly grin for any festive occasion.

pieces help create the lengthy legs and sweet smirk.

1. Cover a cupcake with chocolate icing and sprinkles.

2. Attach sourball halves to circle mints using icing.

3. Place the eyes and a chocolate-candy nose onto the cupcake.

4. Form a smile with a small piece of red licorice.


pinchers; cut into points and insert into cupcake

, follow these steps:

1. Hollow out the center of a chocolate cupcake to form a cauldron.

ides of the cupcake with chocolate frosting; cover in chocolate cookie crumbs.

[Oreos work well]

3. Fill the top opening with green-dyed vanilla pudding, and then decorate with green



cauldron's handle. Add a chocolate stick stirrer, if desired.

To make Cauldron Sticks: Put a wire rack on top of wax paper, you will need pretzel sticks and semipieces: melt in microwave semi-sweet chocolate pieces in a small bowl dip pretzel sticks and then lay on rack to dry. Stick in cupcakes when solid.

This frightful cupcake is sure to be a monster hit at your Halloween get

and spiky hair transform a plain cupcake into a special Hallow's Eve treat.


1. Insert sour candy corn in the frosting for hair.

2. Cut one thin candy wafer in half and place at the top of

3. Use frosting to stick two blue mini candy-coated chocolates to thin candy wafer

“A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.”

Why did the Vampire get fired from the Blood He was caught drinking on the job.


1/2 teaspoon garlic powder , 1/2 teaspoon

Add pumpkin seeds; toss to coat. Spread a quarter safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 2-3 minutes longer or

inute. Repeat with remaining pumpkin seeds. Serve warm, or cool before

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Decorate Spooky Cup Cakes

cutie sports a friendly grin for any festive occasion.

pieces help create the lengthy legs and sweet smirk.

icing and sprinkles.

candy nose onto the cupcake.


ides of the cupcake with chocolate frosting; cover in chocolate cookie crumbs.

dyed vanilla pudding, and then decorate with green



.

Put a wire rack on top of wax paper, you will need pretzel sticks and semi-sweet chocolate sweet chocolate pieces in a small bowl dip pretzel sticks

This frightful cupcake is sure to be a monster hit at your Halloween get-together.

and spiky hair transform a plain cupcake into a special Hallow's Eve treat.

2. Cut one thin candy wafer in half and place at the top of baking cup for eyes.

d chocolates to thin candy wafer

“A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.”

Why did the Vampire get fired from the Blood Bank?

Ingredients

• • • • • • • • • • • •

DirectionsStir in the water, tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer,

uncovered, fpan; sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Spread meat mixture over top; sprinkle with

cheddar cheese. Bake at 325° for 25onion. Cut into ten 5top each with a dollop of sour cream and an olive half.

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Creepy “Halloween” Salad Bar

Turn a simple salad bar into a haunting Halloween meal when you label the ingredients with spooky names and toss the salad with a bloodDressing mix ¼ c. ketchup with 1 c. Italian salad dr

Creepiest Salad Stuff8 cups spring mix lettuce blend (weeds and grass)1 cup green 1/2 cup shelled sunf1 cup cherry tomatoes (vampire eyeballs)1 cup sliced mushrooms (sliced toadstools)1 cup shredded mozzarella 1 cup b

Stitches in Thought ☺ Crocodile Stitch- can be stacked or alternating. Stacked: Ch 15 +3 (18) DC in 3rd chain from hook. Ch 2, sk 3, ch 2, DC, in ch, repeat across until you have 6, 2 DC posts. Ch 1, 5 DC in side of 1st DC of 2 DC post, ch 1, turn work 180 degrees, work 5 DC in 2nd DC of 2 DC post. Sk next set of 2DC posts, turn work make 5 DC in side of 1st DC, ch 1, turn work 180 degrees, work 5 DC in 2 part of DC post. Sk next 2 DC posts. Work 3rd “Crocodile” st (5 DC, ch 1, turn 180 degrees work, 5 DC in 2nd DC post). SS in top of last 2 DC post. Ch 3, (do not turn) DC in same spot. Ch 2, 2 DC in hole of “crocodile” st. Ch 2, 2 DC in center of 2 DC (that was skipped) repeat across. Do not turn. Begin 5 DC in last DC made, ch 1, turn 180 degrees, 5 DC in 2nd DC of post. Sk next 2 DC post. 5 DC in post directly above 2nd “crocodile” st. Continue across (3 crocodile st). SS in top of last DC. Ch 3, repeat rows 1 and 2 until desired size. See video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puCaY4mfTo4

The word of the month:

“Bumfuzzle”: \¦bəm¦fəzəl\ verb: to confuse or fluster, as in, Pat always gets “bumfuzzled” when she makes her animal feet! ☺

This is called a “Crocodile” stitch crochet “Hoodie Cowl.” Get the book

http://www.anniesattic.com/detail.html?code=871123&source=CLDWED

Below is another pattern with this stitch

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Eye Ball Taco Salad

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)

3/4 cup water

1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

1 envelope taco seasoning

1 package (12-1/2 ounces) nacho tortilla chips, crushed

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

4 cups torn iceberg lettuce

1 medium red onion, finely chopped

10 slices tomato, halved

1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream

10 whole pitted ripe olives, halved

Directions: 1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.

Stir in the water, tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer,

uncovered, for 15 minutes. 2. Place tortilla chips in a greased 15pan; sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Spread meat mixture over top; sprinkle with

cheddar cheese. Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.onion. Cut into ten 5-in. x 3-in. pieces. On each piece, arrange two tomato slices for eyes; top each with a dollop of sour cream and an olive half. Yields: 10 servings.

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Creepy “Halloween” Salad Bar Turn a simple salad bar into a haunting Halloween meal when you label the ingredients with spooky names and toss the salad with a bloodDressing mix ¼ c. ketchup with 1 c. Italian salad dressing, label the vegetables.

Creepiest Salad Stuff 8 cups spring mix lettuce blend (weeds and grass) 1 cup green bell pepper strips (goblin fingers) 1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds (witch's teeth) 1 cup cherry tomatoes (vampire eyeballs) 1 cup sliced mushrooms (sliced toadstools) 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (mummy's bandages) 1 cup broccoli florets (ogre curls)

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Eye Ball Taco Salad

1/2 ounces) nacho tortilla chips, crushed

In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.

Stir in the water, tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer,

-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan; sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Spread meat mixture over top; sprinkle with

30 minutes or until bubbly. 3. Top with lettuce and in. pieces. On each piece, arrange two tomato slices for eyes;

10 servings.

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Turn a simple salad bar into a haunting Halloween meal when you label the ingredients with spooky names and toss the salad with a blood-red dressing.

essing, label the vegetables.

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Answers: Pg [1]: “Holy Sassafras” my mom used to say this to show a “golly gee” type of amazement. The word Sassafrass is actually the name of a tree that is used as a spice. The young leaves and twigs are quite mucilaginous, and produce a scent similar to lemons when crushed. More � Pg [1] MF: A Monster Match! ☺ Pg [2]: Q: Who’s under the hat? A: That’s Pat and she crocheted all the flowers too! Pg [6] Q: Find the yarn ball last month: A: it is on page 4 in the 4crocheted people standing photo. ☺

Pg [6]:Q: What is a cat with 8 legs that goes swimming? A: An Octopuss ☺ Pg[4] Q:What do you see in this photo? A: it is Einstein and Marylyn Monroe- Pg [4]: A. Women can see right through them B. With “scare” spray. C. It had no guts! ☺ Pg[5]: The word “blag”: Means to bluff tell a tall story, “The yarn was spun from the hair of 3 witches in order to get it this black!” lol ☺ Pg[5]: Guess what this is? Ans: a crochet beaded bracelet. http://crochetblog.blogspot.com/2007/07/beaded-crochet-bracelet-pattern.html Pg 6: Halloween Jokes: A: Casket-ball- B: They read their horror-scope. Pg [17]: Q: What Tool is this? A: It’s a vintage crochet hook holder. � Pg [6]: What is this? It is a crochet diaper http://homemadebeanieblog.blogspot.com/2010/09/crochet-diaper-cover-up.html Pg [11]:Q: What is this? A: It’s a Pg [11]:Q: How many zeros are in a Trillion dollars? A: $1,000,000,000,000 that’s 12 zeros. Made you think huh? ☺

Pg [10]: What was the most popular TV show in 1990s? Ans: Friends beat them all, but there were several others that hit the spotlight, “Alli McBeal” “Sex in the City”"Party of Five," "Northern Exposure," "The Larry Sanders Show," "Homicide: Life on the Streets," "Mad About You," and "Home Improvement." Pg[14]: Q:Why did the Vampire get fired?

A: he was caught drinking on the job! ☺ Pg [ 16]:Q: What is the most common used

letter? A: the letter “e” is used the most where the letter “q” is used the least.

Pg [10]:Space Odyssey released

Space Odysseyfiction classic fiction film of all time about exploration of the unknown. It was released, coincidentally, at the heUSSR and the US. It appeared at the same time as NASA's exploratory Apollo Project with manned Earth orbiting missions prelude to orbiting and landing on the Moon with Apollo 11 on July 20, 1969. And it prophetically

that computers would have in our daily lives

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Pg [10]: What year was the movie 2001: Space Odyssey released? Ans: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) is a landmark, science fiction classic - and probably the best science-fiction film of all time about exploration of the unknown. It was released, coincidentally, at the height of the space race between the USSR and the US. It appeared at the same time as NASA's exploratory Apollo Project with manned Earth orbiting missions - a prelude to orbiting and landing on the Moon with Apollo 11 on July 20, 1969. And it prophetically showed the enduring influence

that computers would have in our daily lives.

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It’s Berry B Benson: -Bee Movie is about a bee, Barry B. Benson (Jerry Seinfeld) Despite having recently received his diploma from Bee College and being virtually guaranteed a bright future in honey,skills to pursue a number of different career paths and resents the fact that his employment opportunities are limitedleaves the hive, love with her and finds out the human race has been stealing honey from to sue the humans and messes up the eco systemand all the plants begin to die.

Pg [1]: Sassafrass:

came to be widely used in food and medicine. Sassafras oil, extracted from the root bark, was used to flavor many things. Root beer was named for the beverage’s major flavoring agents which, were the roots molasses People also ingested gallons of sassafras tea, as“filè” powder, a Science discovered that what made Sassafras oil so tasty was a chemical compound “safrole”found in at least 70 plants, Sassafrass

concentration of

1960’s the FDA banned liver cancer in rats, and miscarriages in humans. 1970’s, sale of safrolesassafras tea was which are low in safrole (or don’t contain it at all), are sold as “filè” powder.

candy, beverages, like. Old safrole,

same aroma or flavordoes not taste asand their parents were kids.


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It’s Berry B Benson: is about a bee, Barry B. Benson

(Jerry Seinfeld) who is an average honeybee. Despite having recently received his diploma from Bee College and being virtually guaranteed a bright future in honey, Barry feels he has the skills to pursue a number of different career paths and resents the fact that his employment opportunities are limited to honey. When he leaves the hive, he meets a city bee and falls in

and finds out the human race has been stealing honey from the hives. He decides to sue the humans and messes up the eco system and all the plants begin to die.

Sassafrass: Various parts of the tree came to be widely used in food and medicine. Sassafras oil, extracted from the root bark, was used to flavor many things. Root beer was named for the beverage’s major flavoring agents which, were the roots combined with fermented

People also ingested gallons of sassafras tea, healthful and delicious. Leaves used

“filè” powder, a major Cajun seasoning discovered that what made Sassafras oil

a chemical compound “safrole” found in at least 70 plants, Sassafrass has a high

concentration of the chemical in the root bark. the FDA banned safrole’s it caused ncer in rats, and miscarriages in

1970’s, sale of safrole-containing sassafras tea was banned. Today, leaves, which are low in safrole (or don’t contain it

sold as “filè” powder. It was used in candy, beverages, perfumes, soaps, and the

ld safrole, products just do not have the

same aroma or flavor. So, it is true: root beer does not taste as good as when the baby boomers

parents were kids.

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The “Berry” Stitch: Ch 3, insert hook in next st (A), yo,

continue with pattern. When working row immediately following berry st row, work as indicated across to chwork as indicated in next st, push ch-3 to RS of work (C).

The photo on the left is called, “Aliens” and the one in the middles

We live in a society where pizza gets to your house before the police.

Are you a “

at a restaurant you never skip

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Ch 3, insert hook in next st (A), yo, pull through stitch, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (B),

continue with pattern. When working row immediately following berry st row, work as indicated across to ch3 to RS of work (C).

Halloween Fun!!!!

The photo on the left is called, “Pumpkin War” the one on the right is creative and one in the middles is just too funny! Happy Halloween All!!!

We live in a society where pizza gets to your house before the police.LOL ☺☺☺☺

Are you a “Yarn Snob?” The answer is “yes” if when you run into an old friend

at a restaurant you never skip a stitch during the whole conversation


pull through stitch, yo, pull through 2 lps on hook (B),

continue with pattern. When working row immediately following berry st row, work as indicated across to ch-3, sk ch-3,

creative and called,

is just too funny! Happy Halloween All!!!

We live in a society where pizza gets to your house before the police.

when you run into an old friend

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