Savvy Thinker » Arts http://savvythinker.com thinking about life, playing with makeup Tue, 22 May 2012 15:37:11 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Colinette Absolutely Fab Throw as shawl http://savvythinker.com/colinette-absolutely-fab-throw-as-shawl/ http://savvythinker.com/colinette-absolutely-fab-throw-as-shawl/#comments Tue, 22 May 2012 15:37:11 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/?p=2091
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    This is really a gorgeous kit and comes in an array of colors. Directions in each kit include a number of ways to knit the throw.

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    I really didn't want to commit myself to that much time -- or expense -- and some of the yarns have wool in them, so I felt the throw would get very little use.

    I decided to see if one of my mini poncho patterns would work, since the number of stitches was the same. I knitted the design, following the pattern for yarn, until it was long enough to go around me. Then I made fringe to hold it along the top. For the fringe to hold, it has to pass through both sides; hold them even, and make a single knot. It is not attached like normal fringe. The shawl drapes on the bias.

    I figured if I didn't like it, I could just keep knitting, and I'd have the throw. Just the same, I was a bit anxious to see if it would do as I hoped.

    I have nearly enough yarn, or I have enough, to make a second shawl, especially if I would fudge the pattern and use the yarn down to the last inch. There is definitely enough if I were to make it for one of my children or a smaller adult. Whatever odd bits of yarn could be incorporated into the fringe.

    I was happy with the way it turned out. What do you think?

    Karin
    www.savvythnker.com

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    Originally posted 2009-03-23 08:01:21.

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    If you are, you might like to check out

    http: www.addicted2beads.ning.com

    I'm hoping it will be a great resource for many of us.

    So far, there are several artisan glass makers who have joined and have their information posted as well as some gorgeous silver compatible Bali beads from a shop in Australia: http:www.redbalifrog.com

    You can see pictures and meet new friends who share the same interests.

    Karin

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    Originally posted 2009-06-09 18:42:50.

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    ]]>     http://savvythinker.com/are-you-addicted2beads/feed/ 0     In praise of books http://savvythinker.com/in-praise-of-books/ http://savvythinker.com/in-praise-of-books/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 22:28:25 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/2007/02/16/in-praise-of-books/
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    In Praise of Books

    A book is a garden you can hold in your hand,
    An orchard you can take on your lap.

    A book is a companion who sleeps
    Only when you are asleep,
    And speaks only when you wish him to.

    A book is a tree that lives long
    And bears delicious and abundant fruit
    That is easy to pick and perfectly ripe
    At all times of the year.

    A book obeys you by night and by day,
    Abroad and at home;
    It has no need of sleep
    And does not grow weary from sitting up.

    --Al-Jahiz (Abu Uthman Amr ibn Bahral-Jahiz, known to his friends as al-Jahiz, was born in Basra in 776 and was the leading literary and intellectual figure of his age.)

    I like that when reading a book, we can commune with the author no matter what time frame they lived in. People we'd have no chance to sit down or talk with, are as close as our thoughts when reading the words they have written.

    Another thing I like about books, outside of the fact that I like to read and have broad interests, is that they can be put down and later picked back up again -- that's an important thing in a busy life. Invariably if I try to watch TV, I am interrupted. I might as well not try to watch TV unless it is recorded so that I can treat it like a book.

    Plus reading a book is one of the few things that gets a little bit more done each time, like knitting or embroidery, unlike the chores of life that are never ending. You can actually see progress in reading a book as you get further into it, similar to seeing an embroidery begin to take shape.

    I have, however, in recent years given myself permission not to finish a book if it doesn't strike me in one way or another. Because I read fast, I could skim to finish -- but when time is at a premium, I'd rather move on to another book or another project. It's the rare book that I read every word at a pace that is savoring it.

    I like the tactile nature of books, holding them in my hands. I'm not really into using wooden stands to help me hold a book, though it might be nice if a book is particularly heavy. And I like the way most books smell -- a combination of paper and ink.

    Android Phone Apps and such for reading
    I store and read parts of books (and books with the Kindle for Android App or Stanza)on my iPod Touch (quotes and such) and at one time had the Bible downloaded into my Palm. I now have a Bible App for my Android phone that offers many versions.

    ebooks
    And now that I have a Kindle, I have read many ebooks. I have read a friend's manuscript on the computer. I did not print it out. Then I converted it for Kindle. I have also done this with some research I have done.

    Audio books
    I have listened to a couple of audio books which were very well done. The Harry Potter audio books are excellent. Jim Dale, the reader, voices every character differently. Another I read (and heard) took place in England. The reader had an English accent, so it had a different feel than reading it to myself with my own voice which is not English, but American. I get impatient listening to a book because I can read it so much faster, but it is a good pastime in the car on long or repetitive rides.

    What are you reading?

    Video
    I thought this video was quite funny. Introducing the book (with subtitles.) This is a skit showing how a monk might have learned to read a book when he was used only to a scroll. Not too far off from introducing a computer or an ebook. We gotta learn how to do it!

    Karin
    www.savvythinker.com

    Originally posted 2007-02-16 08:03:57.

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    ]]>     http://savvythinker.com/in-praise-of-books/feed/ 3     Awesome tattoo that looks like henna art http://savvythinker.com/awesome-tattoo-that-looks-like-henna-art/ http://savvythinker.com/awesome-tattoo-that-looks-like-henna-art/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 20:27:12 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/?p=8435
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    I saw this on a client at the nail place a while back, but didn't think about posting it until today.

    I thought it was an awesome look, so I wanted to share it.

    Karin
    www.savvythinker.com

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    http://ambigram.matic.com/ambigram.htm

    An ambigram is a word that reads the same when flipped. This site will flip any word you put in by tweaking the fonts.

    It's fun!

    Karin

    Originally posted 2007-01-13 21:52:30.

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    I look forward to seeing the films!
    Karin

    The fragrance of film
    Young (and not so young) auteurs are being invited to create a three minute short inspired by perfume. The comp is part of the first ever Fragrance & Film Festival, organized by Vogue and The Fragrance Foundation, and the winner will receive a chunk of change...$10,000. Members of the public will vote for their favorite films online, and then a winner will be picked from the top four rated shorts by a panel of judges, including director/producer Brett Ratner (“X-Men: The Last Stand” and the “Rush Hour” series), Doug Keeve, director of fashion documentaries “Seamless” and “Unzipped”, music video director Chris Robinson and producer Lee Daniels (“Monster’s Ball,” “The Woodsman” and “Shadowboxer.”)

    I love this exercise in synesthesia—what a thrill to try and translate in to film the heady aroma of jasmine, the dizzying whiff of damask rose, the pheromonal allure of musk...The filmmakers are supposed to pick one of five fragrances as their inspiration, but those that were hoping for Chanel No. 5, Giorgio Beverly Hills or Opium are outta luck. Instead, they get to choose from Paris Hilton’s Can Can, Usher for Men, Usher for Women, Missoni Acqua and Gucci by Gucci. Oh well.
    And you better get a shimmy on, the deadline for submissions is April 25, 2008.
    Click here for more information. From Stylephile

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    ]]>     http://savvythinker.com/the-fragrance-of-film/feed/ 1     Pushing Daisies http://savvythinker.com/pushing-daisies/ http://savvythinker.com/pushing-daisies/#comments Sat, 21 Apr 2012 02:34:46 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/2007/10/19/pushing-daisies/
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    I really enjoy this show. So far, I've only been able to catch it at www.abc.com

    It is quirky and funny and different and absurd. I like the way it is filmed. It is very creative.

    They even had a little musical incorporated in one of the episodes and a quirky dance a deux. I like the interactions with the detective. He's one of my favorite characters. They skewer a bit of everything, in a lighthearted -- not mean spirited -- way. The story lines include some element of surprise. I had to laugh at the Chinese man speaking with a thick southern accent and the back story to it. Who'd a guessed!

    How about you? Do you watch it? Like it? Favorite character or part of episode?

    Karin

    Originally posted 2007-10-19 00:03:02.

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    ]]>     http://savvythinker.com/pushing-daisies/feed/ 2     Beading: Grace Notes of Happiness http://savvythinker.com/beading-grace-notes-of-happiness/ http://savvythinker.com/beading-grace-notes-of-happiness/#comments Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:45:10 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/2007/04/20/beading-again/
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    I haven't done any beading in a month or so. Life just gets in the way and moreso over the last few weeks than usually.

    But I came across a quote that I felt I wanted front and center right now:

    ...grace notes of happiness. Alexandra Stoddard

    So after an appointment yesterday that took me into the neck of the woods of one of our beading stores, I dropped in and picked up small sterling silver block letters. Between the words I put Capri blue Swarovski crystals nestled between the little square shaped pave on all four sides crystals, and at the back to make it fit, a few more of the blue and a larger square not quite citrine looking AB crystal. They are strung on elastic, very easy to slip on, and voila! I have the words before me. And the blue makes me happy.

    I think it's important when life gets in the way to recognize those grace notes of happiness that occur in all of our lives, if we keep our eyes and heart open to see them. They truly are grace notes.

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    Karin

    Originally posted 2007-04-20 09:25:06.

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    ]]>     http://savvythinker.com/beading-grace-notes-of-happiness/feed/ 0     Zero 7 “Destiny” http://savvythinker.com/zero-7-destiny/ http://savvythinker.com/zero-7-destiny/#comments Sat, 10 Mar 2012 08:54:11 +0000 Karin http://savvythinker.com/2007/04/28/zero-7-destiny/
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    For my College Girl!

    Originally posted 2007-04-28 08:33:34.

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    Have you ever used glass knitting needles?

    These are intriquing to me. I've never seen them in person or used them, but they appeal to my aesthetic nature. I don't know how practical they are. They might be aesthetically pleasing, but annoying to use.

    If you've ever seen or used them, let me know. One of the sites even has circular needles.

    And here's a whole list of sites
    when I googled them.

    Karin
    www.savvythinker.com

    Originally posted 2007-01-17 09:21:39.

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