When I look at Karine’s photographs, it’s almost impossible to pick a favorite. This one jumped off the monitor and grabbed me! The pose is so unusual and well done

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Picture of the Week Award ~ May 16, 2010 ~ Karine at Fleur de Lys
While I’m visiting my daughter and waiting for our first grandchild to arrive, I decided to create a paper mache giraffe. He is going to be 6 ft tall and will be displayed in the baby’s jungle theme bedroom. Here is the giraffe which was started using a chicken wire sculpture.
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Paper Mache Giraffe work in progress
INFO as given to me: Tarot: An artists’ vision of the future What happens when you ask 10 of the best international artists their own personal interpretation of a Tarot card ? You get 10 visually stunning and emotionally challenging views on how each artist sees the future based on his interpretation of each card in combination with his creative association proces.

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the tarot show
The seller is describing a Tonner doll and after telling the color of her hair and eyes she adds: “She has a loose lock of hair, a chip on her left shoulder, stains on her left arm (see photos), and small stains on her feet; over all excellent condition, smoke free home.”
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Misleading Auction Statement of the Week
“NEW 14 Pairs Shoes for Fashion Royalty, Lots” These are all Barbie shoes, many of which would not even fit a Fashion Royalty doll. This auction popped up in the Integrity Fashion Royalty category. Seller’s Feedback: Here’s the link to the auction: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-14-Pairs-Shoes-Fashion-Royalty-Lots-/290425603027?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item439eb703d3

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Misleading eBay Auction Title of the Day
Mighty Mouse is an animation superhero mouse character created by the Terrytoons studio for 20th Century Fox. Originally created as a parody of Superman, he first appeared in 1942 in a theatrical animated short entitled The Mouse of Tomorrow. The original name of the character was Super Mouse, but it was soon changed to Mighty Mouse.

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Day 163: Mighty Mouse
My featured photograph this week was made by my dear friend Laura Bigger, also known as Laura/LA. Using her Nikon D90 on a tripod in natural ligh, she presents us with an image straight out of a fashion magazine. Everything works together in this photo: the directional lighting, the composition, the limited color palette

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Picture of the Week Award ~ May 9, 2010 ~ Laura Bigger
The 4th of the five limited edition Toy-A-Day CDs containing the PDF of the first 100 toys is now up for grab! All you need to do is to go to our Facebook Fan page and tag your name on this picture . You can also click on the above picture to go directly to the page. Good luck!

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The 4th Toy-A-Day CD giveaway
I’ve been selling e-patterns for close to 5 years now and have found myself thinking a lot lately about e-patterns, the future of e-patterns, and trends I have been noticing. In doing so for some reason the movie and the soundtrack to the 1966 movie by Sergio Leone “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” kept springing to mind

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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of E-Patterns!
Name: Fantasy Table Top Gaming Figures Manufacturer: Grenadier Miniatures/Ral Partha Miniatures Figure line: Julie Guthrie Personalities/All Things Dark and Dangerous Sculptor: Julie Guthrie Release Date: 1980s Component Materials: Ralidium (Lead free Pewter) Platform: Table Top Size: 25mm Heroic Scale Description: Long ago, a young gamer had a dream. The dream that someday that gamer would find the perfect set of miniatures for their favorite fantasy game characters

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Julie Guthrie Personalities
by David Smith Bloggers come in all ages, shapes and sizes, but we reckon that Jenny WoodenMum is the first wooden doll to have a go. Jenny is the editor of the brand new John Crane blog , and promises to keep us all up to date with new launches and other interesting stuff from the company.
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New blog from John Crane
The original Room With a View standard wall unit opens to 53″ wide and is 20″ tall. I bought the one that is magnetic on both sides and it’s very heavy but quite sturdy.

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Bella Productions Offers New Slim RWV Wall Units
I don’t have any familiarity with the Dark-Hunter series at all. I’m guessing they hunt vampires and I like vampires so there you go. The artists over at Integrity Toys (who could that be?) have designed these dolls but AD is handling the distribution

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Sherrilyn Kenyon’s Dark-Hunter Dolls from Ashton Drake
Back in November 2006 I wrote a post for my Linda’s Blog and Tips For Crafters On The Web blog entitled: I’ve Taken A BIG, BOLD & PROGRESSIVE Step! My post concerned my decision to eliminate my monthly newsletters in favor of my blogs.

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The Results Of My BIG, BOLD & PROGRESSIVE STEP!
The latest Fashion Royalty doll, Flame Blue Vanessa, that’s been causing rending of garments and begging, is beginning to arrive at collectors’ homes and Christina, often first on the scene, has posted several gorgeous shots of Vanessa. (Is that a run-on sentence?) This is the same doll as in my previous post

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Picture of the Week Award ~ Christina Goodison – Shuga Shug
I have to confess that for the first since I started my Twelve Months of Sewing Club back in May 2006 I’ve been remiss in not updating the club for the months of February, March, and April 2010. Sometimes life gets in the way of ones internet and blogging fun and when push comes to shove – well, life wins out. So, please forgive me.

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Twelve Months of Sewing Club Featured E-Patterns For May 2010
We have also Snowman, Tuska Warrior, Hachiman, Hammerhand, Cruncher, Mummpa Lair, Ssslythe, Jackalman, Monkian, Rataro, Mongor, Captain Sinner, Grune and Berserkers (Set of 4) DON’T MISS IT

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THUNDERCATS 80′s VINTAGE FIGURE LANDED IN TOYWORKERS NOW…….
image courtesy of peeron image courtesy of bricklink image courtesy of eoj3 image courtesy of mjgsatx theme: space, classic space year: 1978 pieces: 170 prices: us$na minifigs: 3 first classic space theme.

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LEGO set database: 483 alpha-1 rocket base
image courtesy of bricklink image courtesy of peeron image courtesy of Avi’s Lego sets image courtesy of Coby’s Ray-Traced Lego Mania theme: space, classic space year: 1978 pieces: 161 prices: us$na minifigs: 2 first classic space theme. only available in USA when sold

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LEGO set database: 493 space command center
image courtesy of peeron image courtesy of bricklink image courtesy of bigwilliejam image courtesy of u2hoff theme: space, classic space year: 1978 pieces: 155 prices: us$10 minifigs: 2 first classic space theme. only available in USA when sold. similar to set 924 space cruiser

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LEGO set database: 487 space cruiser
Glow sticks products have made a big difference at night events and parties. They are used as light up decoration, party favors and even part of the game works. A latest addition is glow in the dark sports games. Glow sticks make regular appearance at many night entertainment occasions such as concerts, outdoor sports games, pool parties, raving, parades, etc
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Glow Sticks – Birthday Party Game Works
ZC WORLD 1/6 ACTION FIGURE MILITARY SPECIALIST PMC “MARK” TOYS CITY 1/6 ACTION FIGURE SBS-ROYAL NAVY SPECIAL BOAT SERVICE This Toys City SBS boxed set will include the t1.0 body with real-like headsculpt, smock combat jacket, combat field pants, shirt, 1961g chest rig, watch hat, HK 417 assault rifle, rifle magaize x 7, 1×4 tactical scope, rifle suppressor, tactical sling, Para Ordnance P14.45 pistol, pistol magazine x 4, holster, assault gloves, belt, D-ring, wrist blade, outdoor waterproof spats, rescue harness, leg drop pouch, tactical headset, 3-litre hydration pack, tactical kneepad, and hiking boots

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ZC WORLD & TOYS CITY 1/6 ACTION FIGURE PRE ORDER NOW…
image courtesy of peeron image courtesy of 1980slego image courtesy of lugnet image courtesy of bricklink image courtesy of Coby’s Ray-Traced Lego Mania theme: space, classic space year: 1978 pieces: 60 prices: us$na minifigs: 2 first classic space theme. only available in USA when sold.

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LEGO set database: 462 rocket launcher
I thought it’d be worth posting a list of upcoming events that we’ve either sponsored or will be at as a vendor: Sponsors (Charity Events) Board Gaming for Diabetes : May 1 – 2, 2010 Our 2nd Year Sponsoring this local charity event run by a fellow BGGeeker Can’t Stop the Serenity : June 26, 2010 In Support of Equality Now; Joss Whedon’s favourite charity and the BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre. Vendor (Conventions) Conquest BC : July 9 – 11, 2010 First year Gaming Convention in BC. The hotel it’s in is okay, very close to the Skytrain. Gaming of all forms supported here.
Incandescent is one of three Monogram dolls released in April by Integrity Toys. Her vinyl is very pale and and her palette is a neutral combination of deep apricot, mauve and brown

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Review of Incandescent Monogram Doll
theme: exoforce year: 2006 pieces: 1 prices: us$na minifigs: none short sleeved t-shirt featuring exoforce mecha and minifig print. black color only available.

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LEGO misc database: B8518 exoforce t-shirt
theme: duplo year: 2007 pieces: 1 prices: us$na minifigs: none short sleeved t-shirt featuring duplo zoo animal print. with words say “it’s zoo time!” white color with lime sleeves only available.

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LEGO misc database: 852026 DUPLO white children’s t-shirt
CIA SAD NIGHT OPS VER.2.0 !!! Sold Out !!! VERY HOT!!! HOT!!! TTL-68008 FEMALE NUDE BODY 1/6 Scale Real Like Head Sculpt with Character. Bronze Short Hair

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SOLDIER STORY & TTL FEMALE NUDE BODY 12"INCH ACTION FIGURE…IN STOCK NOW