tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78299213026668381602024-03-12T19:45:50.843-07:00The Gryffindor BlogFor HPKCHC students who are sorted into the brave House of GryffindorJennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11641038936732992373noreply@blogger.comBlogger378125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-58168602509776646932014-10-06T13:28:00.000-07:002014-10-06T13:28:08.509-07:00Sock Study Hall SnapshotThere were many wonderful socks turned in by Gryffindor students for September and shared in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/3004025/1-25">Sock Study Hall</a> thread. If you're inspired by any of these, keep in mind that they're honoring Professor Flitwick this month and have a super neat badge (aren't all badges, really?) for finishing a pair of socks in October.<br />
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AmyPC made this colorful pair:<br />
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Auroraselene created this pair of very lovely cabled socks:<br />
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Curiouskate knit these cheery yellow variegated socks:<br />
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Denbren made these pretty, intricate lace socks:<br />
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Jogswithneedles used some great pastel stripey yarn to make these interesting socks:<br />
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kadinh13 knit some spooky zombie inspired socks:<br />
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Sdhsmc86 created these lovely lacy socks:<br />
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Spike knit some sliiiiiiightly nonmatching Dobby socks from some leftover yarn.<br />
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If you love, need, or even fear making socks, the Sock Study Hall thread is the place for you. It offers advice, pattern suggestions, knowledgeable sock knitters, and a place to share and look at others finished socks!WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-81577558314614168722014-09-08T19:30:00.001-07:002014-09-08T19:30:35.054-07:00Blanket Study HallToday we're going to take a look at the blanket study hall! There are a lot of awesome projects being shared in there, and here are a few.<br />
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Graceness made a colorful blanket square for class.<br />
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Potoupy made these squares for her OWL.<br />
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Lea67000 made this square for the Gryff baby blanket thread, and isn't it cute?!<br />
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Watrpriestess (aka me!) has made several little granny squares to help plan a blanket color scheme.<br />
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Mio, last but definitely not least, leader of the study hall, has made an entire blanket already as well as a giant mario that will be a blanket someday.<br />
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If you have a blanket planned, feel free to drop in and share your progress and comment on others progress.WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-25427624262432952452014-09-06T21:36:00.003-07:002014-09-06T21:36:40.374-07:00Saturday's Spotlight Shining on Muggle Studies Hey there, welcome to the first spotlight session of our Fall 2014 Term. This term we will taking time out each Saturday to shine the spotlight on a specific class going on. Give you a chance to see what kind of things are being turned in and maybe give you some ideas of your own.<br />
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Now before we turn on our spotlight I was to be sure that you understand that these are just a small piece of the amazing talent going on in Muggle Studies this month. I recommend you go take a look at the thread and be inspired.<br />
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All of the Houses and Lounges have come out to show that they do know how a bit about this months topic, the Internet.. or as some people call it, "The series of tubes filled with cats". They have shown off their cats, their things to please cats, and just some amazingly pretty items.<br />
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<br />WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-42888081389820048192014-07-19T06:28:00.000-07:002014-07-19T06:28:48.298-07:00Featured HPKCHC Podcast - The Knit GirlllsWe have a great podcast to tell you about this week! It's called The Knit Girllls and you can find it on iTunes, their <a href="http://www.theknitgirllls.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>, blip and YouTube. It's hosted by our fellow HPKCHC member, Laura (aka <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/LaLa" target="_blank">LaLa</a>), and Leslie (aka <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/udontcallmeles" target="_blank">udontcallmeles</a>). <br />
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The show is a lot of fun and both Laura and Leslie provide their viewers with all sorts of useful advice and information. It's a great podcast to watch while crafting since they are very good at keeping their audience entertained and you may be inspired by them to try a new technique or pattern. <br />
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I’ve been knitting since I was 8 and spinning on a wheel for around 6 years. I love working with natural fibers and exploring new breed specific yarn. Purple is by far my favorite color while Leslie’s is red.<br />
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I always forget what year I am, so terrible. I think this is at least my 7th term. All terms prior to this one were with Gryffindor and now I’m with Slytherin.<br />
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I’m currently working on a potions OWL and processing a 3 pound Cormo fleece. It’s going well, and I hope to make my 50% mark by the end of this week. [Note: this was a few weeks ago] I’ve never been able to hit the 50% mark on any of the other OWLs I attempted and failed.<br />
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I always love Quiddy. It allows me to pick out some smaller projects that I may not have thought to make. The world cup prompts this term have been really fun and motivational!<br />
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<br />violetdahliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202651507129223364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-73362111229046309532014-07-17T18:11:00.000-07:002014-07-17T18:11:01.141-07:00Head Girls Interview Series Part 4- SlytherinHi, and welcome to the last in our series of Head Girl interviews. Every Thursday for the last three weeks we we have sat down with one of the Head Girls in the Cup. One of the most wonderful things about the Cup is that we get to have fun and get to know others that are as crazy about crafting and Harry Potter as we are. We hope that these interviews provide you with a way to get to know other players and hopefully enhance the connections and friendships we all share.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How did you find the Cup?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom:</b> I had only been on Ravelry a few months when I joined the Odd Ducks Swap group. During a Magical Creature Swap, I noticed one of the swappers had a Slytherin Ravatar. I’ve always been a huge HP fan, so I post stalked her and discovered the House Cup!<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>How long have you been playing the Cup?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>Forvere! No, really, I had to go look it up and saw that I discovered it in July 2009, and the Fall 2009 Term was my first one as a Sorted player. I think that makes this my 15th Term?<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What year were you when you joined staff, what jobs have you held?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>I had been playing about a year when I joined the staff. My Mama Snake left during the Event That Shall Not Be Named, and I volunteered to fill in. Since then, I’ve been a Mama Snake, Prefect, and Head Girl on Slytherin Staff, and I’ve been an OWL Assistant and a Professor for several different classes on House Cup Staff.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What is a Head Girl, what are some of your jobs and things that are expected of you?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>I feel that Head Girl is the HOH’s support person. I keep an eye on the Common Room and certain Threads, head up the Sunshine Committee, and pretty much do whatever else suenosdejmi asks me to do!<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What are some of the unexpected trials and joys of your current position? (things that are harder to deal with then you thought, and things that are even more fun then you thought)<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>Hmmm, I think the hardest thing is having to mediate when people inadvertently or accidentally hurt each other’s feelings. I like all of my Snakes to get along, and it makes me sad when they don’t! Interacting with all of the new Snakelets each Term is super-fun, and I always look forward to it!<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>You are kinda next in line for the “throne” as it were, do you think that you would take on Head of House if asked or do you think you would prefer to stay Second in Command?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>If it became necessary, I would gladly step up to the HOH position.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What would you say is the greatest change to your crafting since joining the cup, what have you improved on the most, be it style or a specific craft or time management etc?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>I try bigger and more challenging things, thanks to the House Cup! I doubt I would have ever attempted lace, beads, short rows, Magic Loop, socks, and about a dozen other things if it weren’t for the support I’ve found in the House Cup!<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>How active are you with OWLS and NEWTS and other Advanced Studies options?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>I love OWLs and Missions, but NEWTS still scare me…..<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Do you have an OWL or NEWT that was especially hard for you to complete?<br /><br /><b>peanutzmom: </b>Hahaha! I’ve had a lot of incomplete OWLs! My biggest challenge (which, unfortunately, is still a WIP) was my As You Wish blanket. It was only my second or third attempt reading lace charts, I snapped my wooden circulars THREE times, dropping random stitches each time, and there weren’t any completed FOs on Ravelry for me to look at when I got stuck on something. Hopefully, I’ll be more successful when I pick it back up for a Detention OWL the next time that option rolls around…<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Of all your turn ins to the cup, this term and past, what are some of the ones you are most proud of and what were they turned in for? (providing links to project page or picture would be wonderful)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879685415868295330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-42029751981779827442014-07-10T09:54:00.001-07:002014-07-10T09:54:48.468-07:00Head Girls Interview Series Part 3- HufflepuffHi, and welcome to the third in our series of Head Girl interviews. Every Thursday for the last three weeks we we have sat down with one of the Head Girls in the Cup. One of the most wonderful things about the Cup is that we get to have fun and get to know others that are as crazy about crafting and Harry Potter as we are. We hope that these interviews provide you with a way to get to know other players and hopefully enhance the connections and friendships we all share.<br /><br />This week we are sitting down with Hufflepuff Head Girl, Chellbelle. So grab a cup of tea and your latest project and get cozy while we talk to her about how she found the Cup, what she jobs she has held, what it feels like to be second in command, her favorite past projects and more.<br /><br />----------------------<br /><br /><b>KMNash:</b> How did you find the Cup? <div>
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<b>Chellbelle: </b>Head Girl is the second in command. I am generally the right hand to the Head of House as well as overseeing Quidditch, Puffopoly, and our Badge Badgers. I also keep a check on our students to see that they are meeting their minimum requirements for sorting priority.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What are some of the unexpected trials and joys of your current position? (things that are harder to deal with then you thought, and things that are even more fun then you thought) </div>
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<b>Chellbelle: </b>I am active personally and in our threads helping other students. I have worked on some form of Advanced Studies in each of my terms and generally attempt to do a Mission along with an OWL/NEWT.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Do you have an OWL or NEWT that was especially hard for you to complete? </div>
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Hi there, today we are slipping into Charms, seeing who has a good handle on the Riddikulous charm. Finding things that make you laugh can be hard sometimes... and then sometimes not so hard at all. Hehe.<br />
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<b> PurpleSnowDrop</b> made a flower sweater for a turtle. Very cute, and giggle inducing.<br />
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<b> PuffyGriffinClaw</b> made a "Yoda" hat. Funny it is, I think.<br />
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<b> boogiemonster </b> made an adorable puffy version of a DALEK, t see a creature so dangerous and scary reduced to a squishy, huggable puff just brings on giggle fits.<br />
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<b> Crochetnw</b> brought a purple sheep to class...now that is a funny thought, wool we don't have to dye.<br />
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<b>nightrae</b> made a mustache that tickles the lip and the funny bone.<br />
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<b> Omeletsmom</b> brough back memories of the Three Stooges for me with this banana peel<br />
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<b> loneilteaches</b> made this cute, and giggle worthy Frog Prince.<br />
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<b> seakame</b> knitted chickens to "sit" on eggs. Chicken shaped egg cozy, cute and funny.<br />
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These are just a few of the amazing turn ins in Charms class this month. I recommend you stop by the class, you might get some ideas and you never know when a good laugh might save the day.<br />
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There is only a couple days left in this month, make sure you get that one class requirement in for your sorting. Remember if you need help getting an idea for a class or working something you made into a class the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2938369/">Knight Bus</a> is ready to help. Don't forget partials count, and if life has just stomped all over your crafting this month, talk to AmyPC and let her know, she might be able to give you a excuse note.<br />
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<br />This week we are sitting down with Ravenclaw Head Girl, OneNeedleKnitting. So grab a cup of tea and your latest project and get cozy while we talk to her about how she found the Cup, what she jobs she has held, what it feels like to be second in command, her favorite past projects and more.<br /><br /><br /> ------------------<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash:</b> How did you find the Cup?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> Bijou3owl, a Hufflepuff, did <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/Bijou3owl/persephone-cable-scarf">this</a> purely ridiculous scarf, which I came across when I was knitting the same pattern. I found the Cup through her page and never looked back. (well, mostly- I didn’t realize you couldn’t sign up during the term and when I looked in on January 1st, I actually read the rules and then waited patiently for the next term)<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>How long have you been playing the Cup?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> Since Spring 2011, so this is my 13th term.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What year were you when you joined staff, what jobs have you held?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> I joined the Ravenclaw staff as an adorable second year as Quidditch Captain and held that position for a calendar year or more before moving into a Prefect role, which I also held for ages, before being asked to be Head Girl.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What is a Head Girl, what are some of your jobs and things that are expected of you?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> The Head Girl is the second in command in the House. When people want to start new threads or are confused about things or there are moderating issues, I handle them when the Head of House is not readily available to handle it. I also give input on House Staffing decisions, when the time comes.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What are some of the unexpected trials and joys of your current position? (things that are harder to deal with then you thought, and things that are even more fun then you thought)<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> I think the hardest part about being on House Staff in general is figuring out where to draw the line in any situation. We try to be PG, but, does that mean “crap” is offensive? This person seems to continually have the same problem, how many times do offer help before we send a PM suggesting some other resources that aren’t The Tower? Nailing down standards is tricky with a group as diverse in age, background, and country of origin as this one.<br /><br />My favorite part of the position, I think, is that I invented my own badge to award people, the Bacon of Awesome.<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/OneNeedleKnitting/threads?search=+award+you+the+bacon+of+awesome&topic_id=&threads=">Here</a> are all the Bacons awarded thus far. It’s a purely subjective award for something crazypants or funny (often both) that just tickled me the right way.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>You are kinda next in line for the “throne” as it were, do you think that you would take on Head of House if asked or do you think you would prefer to stay Second in Command?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> My reign as Head of Ravenclaw House will be as glorious as the golden dawn over the battlefield that lies strewn with the broken needles of our vanquished house foes.<br /><br /><div>
Uhhhh ahem, wait, I mean, yes, I would happily serve my House as Head of House, if the Leadership Team decided I were the best candidate for the position. :-D<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>What would you say is the greatest change to your crafting since joining the cup, what have you improved on the most, be it style or a specific craft or time management etc?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> Before I joined the Cup, I only knit. Now I can competently crochet (two blankets and some amigurumi to my name!), spin a bit, done some koolaid dyeing, and even a bit of tatting. Time management has taken a massive hit, overall :-D<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>How active are you with OWLS and NEWTS and other Advanced Studies options?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> I have 10 OWLs, which is pretty good, and that was an average of one a term until I failed two straight (oops). I wanted to complete the set before doing a NEWT, mostly because it functions as a useful excuse to avoid having to plan during the term for a project to start in the break month.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Do you have an OWL or NEWT that was especially hard for you to complete?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> Uh… the ones I’ve failed, for sure :-D. Besides that, no one in particular sticks out.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Of all your turn ins to the cup, this term and past, what are some of the ones you are most proud of and what were they turned in for? (providing links to project page or picture would be wonderful)<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> I once squished a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/hp-knitting-crochet-house-cup/2309383/226-250#249">quintaped</a>, which was pretty memorable.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>When you tell others about the cup what are some of your funnest memories to talk about?<br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> Hmm… I think it’s really just the support you get in Ravenclaw. We’re so positive and helpful for every situation and offer such complete sympathy/encouragement/enthusiasm for everyone that it’s hard to beat. There have been great moments- like when DrusillaWormwood made everyone into Egyptian gods- but the fact that I can report getting cheering for translation projects, therapy for a phobia, running a marathon, and family problems with my grandma speaks to how much Ravenclaw is there for you.<br /><br /><br /><b>KMNash: </b>Do you have any pointers or comments you would like to say to everyone about anything?<br /><br /><br /><b>OneNeedleKnitting:</b> About anything? ProTip: You have to push the little lever down on the toaster when you put the bread in, or it will be very slow to toast.</div>
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<b>KMNash:</b> Thank you so much for you time, advice and for showing us your beautiful work. Thank you for all the hard work you put in to everything you do. </div>
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And here is where we will end till next weeks interview. Remember if you need help getting an idea for a class or working something you made into a class the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2938369/">Knight Bus</a> is ready to help. Only a couple more days left if you have not got your class in yet. Also if you are one of the Proud 74, remember you have till the 29th to get out on the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/hp-knitting-crochet-house-cup/2914209/">Quidditch</a> pitch and score for Gryffindor.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879685415868295330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-12103057498461215252014-06-22T22:33:00.001-07:002014-06-22T22:33:20.913-07:00Common Room RecapHello and welcome to another common room recap! This week there were 19 pages of Gryffindors (and friends!) chatting.<br />
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Jensta79 <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5226-5250#5232">shared these beautiful views</a> from outside her tent over the weekend. A few days later, she <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5326-5350#5336">started joining</a> her latest NEWT blanket, and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5401-5425#5409">finished it too</a>.<br />
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Then, there was some clarification over what <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5226-5250#5243">a Bowtruckles OWL entails</a>.<br />
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Mio <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5251-5275#5255">kicked off</a> a blanket joining day, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5251-5275#5263">with</a> a few<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5251-5275#5264"> updates</a>.<br />
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It was <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5276-5300#5281">pointed</a> out that next term is only a few weeks away, words which brought <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5276-5300#5282">surprise</a> and the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5276-5300#5291">need for planning</a>.<br />
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Don't worry everyone, T<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5401-5425#5414">revor has been found</a>. Again. You'd think Neville graduating would have meant Trevor was lost less often on Hogwarts, but it appears not. At least he's a cute toad!<br />
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KMNash unfortunately <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5401-5425#5416">lost her favorite yarn needle</a>.<br />
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There's a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5451-5475#5466">handy post linked</a> here that talks about what parts of a weaving project count for yardage.<br />
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Twinimama <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5476-5500#5486">shared this adorable </a>dragon amigurumi she made.<br />
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There was an <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5476-5500#5491">informative discussion</a> on how younger people playing for the Cup and how much help and guidance it would be good to give them.<br />
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Several people <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5451-5475#5467">shared their inspiration</a> for their screen names on Ravelry. (In case you were wondering my name, WatrPriestess, is a Sailor Moon reference because my favorite character was Sailor Mercury, who controlled water.)<br />
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Classicsjen has a handsome <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5526-5550#5528">new family member</a>! Congratulations!<br />
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PurpleSnowdrop <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5551-5575#5571">added to her stash</a>, though with the plans already in store for it I don't think it'll be there long.<br />
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Roseinstitches <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5676-5700#5687">shared a blanket</a> she finished test knitting for mio and plans to turn in to Flying class.<br />
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<br />WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-12854997279424446402014-06-22T19:49:00.000-07:002014-06-22T19:49:33.673-07:00Unofficial Stats - Headmistress ChallengeAccording to our Gryffindor unofficial stats spreadsheet, we have 26 Gryffindors that completed the Headmistress Challenge (HMC) and have each earned 15 points (plus potential bonus points), which is a total of 390 points! Here are the current unofficial standings (before bonus points) for the HMC ...<div>
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<b>Slytherin</b> - 240 points</div>
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We're currently in the lead for the HMC! ROAR, Gryffindor! Let's all turn in a HMC project so we can add to those points! </div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/LadyJennifer" target="_blank">LadyJennifer</a> made this adorable tutu dress for her daughter</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/FoxyQueenMum" target="_blank">FoxyQueenMum</a> knit these "Berry Special Gloves"</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/AndiSocial" target="_blank">AndiSocial</a> is all ready for a tea party with this cute dress</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/spinningkittle" target="_blank">spinningkittle</a> crafted this incredible little hedgehog cozy</div>
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violetdahliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202651507129223364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-36513979553049398662014-06-21T11:40:00.000-07:002014-06-21T11:40:39.059-07:00Featured HPKCHC Blog - Fiber FangirlsWe have another great HPKCHC blog that we'd like to share with you this week! It's called Fiber Fangirls and you can find it at <a href="http://fiberfangirls.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">fiberfangirls.blogspot.com</a>. It's written by Jess, aka <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/SameOldKnit" target="_blank">SameOldKnit</a>, and Jen, aka <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/jpester" target="_blank">jpester</a>. <br />
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Jess: The idea for the blog started over a year ago. Originally we were going to start a podcast, but I’m camera shy and there are so many podcasts out there, we thought we would try blogging. We finally jumped into it in March of this year.</div>
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Jen: Jess and I had been talking about podcasting, but never really started it up. We thought that we could blog first and maybe add a podcast later. We love talking about all things fiber, and the House Cup is also a common topic of conversation. We thought a fun fiber related blog would be a great way to share our ideas with others. I also like that I can use the blog as a way to share my crafting with family and friends across the country.</div>
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Jess: We mostly talk about what projects we are working on. Sometimes we have enabling posts to try to promote indie businesses. When we talk about the House Cup, it’s mostly about our OWLs and class assignments.</div>
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Jen: We blog about knitting, spinning, dyeing, stitching, sewing and glass fusing. We talk about the progress on our OWLs, Missions, and projects for classes. We also share if we are doing anything special for our fellow Hufflepuffs (making items for the Hufflepuff Baby Gift Brigade, charity items that Puffs are collecting, etc.)</div>
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Jess: My main craft is knitting. I’ve been knitting for almost 10 years. I am starting to get more into spinning on my spindle. I learned how to spin a couple of years ago but didn’t spin for more than a few minutes until last summer. I dabble in cross-stitch and would love to start sewing/quilting.</div>
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Jen: I have been knitting since about 2010. My mother-in-law taught me the basics, but I really branched out on my projects when I moved to Pennsylvania. I started spinning in May of 2013 when I got my spindle, and bought my wheel in August of 2013. I share my glass fusing as well, which I have been doing since about 2002.</div>
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Jess: I recently spun some BFL which I have never spun before (or knit with) and loved it. I need more BFL in my life.</div>
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Jen: I am just learning stranded colorwork. It is a challenge for me, but I love how it turns out. I am excited that there are more patterns that I can try, now that I am willing to try stranded work.</div>
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Jess: This is my 7th term and I am playing in Hufflepuff. Before that I was in Gryffindor for 2 terms, Hufflepuff for 1 term and Slytherin for 3 terms.</div>
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Jen: Hufflepuff, year 3. I have never been in any other house. I am also on Hufflepuff staff in the Room of Requirement.</div>
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Jess: I am working on my Transfiguration OWL and a Mission this term. For my OWL, I am knitting the Adrift Cardigan out of Malabrigo Lace, doing 3/4 length sleeves. For my mission, I am knitting 70 squares for my Sock Yarn Blanket. It’s all basic knitting, but so mind numbing.</div>
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Jen: I am working on a Dr. Who scarf for my DADA OWL this term. I just hit the 50% today! I am making a pair of stranded colorwork mitts as a Mission. I am almost finished with the first mitt.</div>
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Jess: My all time favorite turn-in for the House Cup would be my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/SameOldKnit/harry-potter-dark-mark-chart" target="_blank">Dark Mark Bag</a> that I turned in for Potions in May 2011. It was my first attempt at intarsia and a sewn in lining.</div>
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Jen: My favorite turn in would be my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/jpester/ginnys-cardigan" target="_blank">Ginny Cardigan</a> that I made for my Muggle Studies OWL for Fall of 2012. It is the first cardigan that I have ever made. I have only made sweaters that do not have closures on them, so I was really nervous about the fit.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />This week we are sitting down with Gryffindor Head Girl, jrf1977. So grab a cup of tea and your latest project and get cozy while we talk to her about how she found the Cup, what she jobs she has held, what it feels like to be second in command, her favorite past projects and more.</span><br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How did you find the Cup?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> I found the cup through a friend (bluetofu of slytherin) from my knitting group<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How long have you been playing the Cup?<br />
<b>jrf1977: </b>I have been in the cup since Spring term 2011. Always in Gryffindor.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> What year were you when you joined staff, what jobs have you held?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> I joined house staff in my 2nd term as a pride leader, then in my 3rd term became the Quidditch captain for 3 terms before becoming Head Girl in my 7th year<br />
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<b>KMNash: </b>What is a Head Girl, what are some of your jobs and things that are expected of you?<br />
<b>jrf1977: </b>I currently run the Gryffindor Blankets thread. In the past I ran the swap. I also sort the Gryffindors into their prides at the beginning of the term and assign the mentors for the first years. I am there to support the Head of house.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> You are kinda next in line for the “throne” as it were, do you think that you would take on Head of House if asked or do you think you would prefer to stay Second in Command?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> If I were asked I would take on the position, but I do like my role as Head Girl. I don’t see Amy leaving anytime soon so I think I am very safe.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> What would you say is the greatest change to your crafting since joining the cup, what have you improved on the most, be it style or a specific craft or time management etc?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> I have become quicker and more likely to challenge myself to something that I thought I would never do.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How active are you with OWLS and NEWTS and other Advanced Studies options?<br />
<b>jrf1977: </b>I have proposed an OWL every term and proposed a Mission since they have been around. Now completing them that is a totally different story, I have completed 3 OWLs, 1 Mission, and gotten to 25% on 2 other Missions.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Do you have an OWL or NEWT that was especially hard for you to complete?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> All of them. No but seriously the only one that was always ahead of my schedule on was my first OWL, which was my Ancient Runes.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Of all your turn ins to the cup, this term and past, what are some of the ones you are most proud of and what were they turned in for? (providing links to project page or picture would be wonderful)<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> This was the first adult garment I ever made. I turned it in for Potions in October of 2012.<br />
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<b>KMNash: </b>When you tell others about the cup what are some of your funnest memories to talk about?<br />
<b>jrf1977:</b> My mother tends to give me a blank stare and just says well that is nice. One of my muggle friends looks at me like I am crazy but then reminds herself that at least I have something to keep me out of trouble.<br />
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<b>jrf1977:</b> Always propose advanced studies. There is no penalty for not finishing but if you find at the end of term you could have completed X but never proposed it you get no points for it. It is ok not to do ALL THE THINGS. Everyone is different and what is perfectly normal to one is completely crazy to another.Always remember to get your 1 class in a month, preferably in the early part of the month that way you can focus on other stuff the rest of the month. Dogs always look cute in a sweater/hat/legwarmers. When turning in a project, always remember a good story can get you bonus points and always include yardage as that can get you bonus points as well.<br />
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And here is where we will end till next weeks interview. Remember if you need help getting an idea for a class or working something you made into a class the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2938369/">Knight Bus</a> is ready to help. Also if you are one of the Proud 74, remember you have till the 29th to get out on the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/hp-knitting-crochet-house-cup/2914209/">Quidditch</a> pitch and score for Gryffindor.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">ROAR</span></b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879685415868295330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-65138953977262539322014-06-14T07:20:00.000-07:002014-06-14T07:20:12.025-07:00Featured HPKCHC PodcastHave you ever been interested in the Master Knitter program? Or do you enjoy listening to other HPKCHC members talk about crafts they're working on? If you said "yes" to either of these questions, you need to check out the Mastering the Knits podcast, which you can find at <a href="http://masteringtheknits.com/" target="_blank">masteringtheknits.com</a>. It's hosted by Natalie, who's known as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/barknknit" target="_blank">Barknknit</a> on Ravelry,<br />
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Our first episode went live on March 4th, 2014. The motivation began because Natalie had been wanting to get back into podcasting and one day she was listening to the Twinset Designs podcast talk about the Master Knitter Program. Natalie then came up with the plan to do the Master Knitter Program and podcast about it with Alicia…she shared this plan with Alicia who agreed it was a great idea and the rest is history!<br />
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We have specific segments that we discuss each week for example, Master Status and Plan, where we talk about what we’ve done and what we are planning to do in the Master Knitter Program Level 1. We also talk about what’s on and off our needles and projects we are planning in segments called In Our Hands, Masterpieces, and Future Stitches. We include an Adoption story in our segment Happy tails, where people submit stories about their adopted pets for us to share with our listeners. We talk about our life as well in our Simple Selfie segment.<br />
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The Master Hand Knitting Program was created by The Knitting Guild Association. The masters program was created in 1987 as a way for knitting guild members to have their knitting evaluated with specific criteria and guidelines. It was designed as an education process not as a competition or contest. There are 3 levels to the program and knitters work independently through each level while building on techniques.<br />
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Natalie: I’ve always wanted to take the next step in my knitting and I never really knew where or how to do this. I had heard several people talk about the Master Knitter Program and one day I was listening to Twinset Designs and the way she described it helped push me into reaching out to Alicia to join me in taking this challenge. I’d also like to teach knitting classes and more some day, which is what started me thinking about the program in the first place. I am also hoping this will be what I need to set up my designing.<br />
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Natalie: Mostly I’m a Knitter and a Spinner but I know how to sew and crochet. I hope to learn to weave soon but haven’t dove into that yet.<br />
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Lish: I am most comfortable, knitting. I dabble in some crochet and some sewing. I spun some wool on a drop spindle once but haven’t really gotten into it just yet. The interest is there but just haven’t been able to commit to learning. I do plan on taking some online sewing courses this summer and I am looking forward to learning how to tailor my own clothes and make some simple skirts. I’d call myself a survival sewer right now, I could sew something to save my life, but it’s not always pretty.<br />
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<b>Which HPKCHC house(s) are you in and what year are you? How long have you been in that house? Have you ever been part of one of the other houses? If so, when and for how long?</b><br />
Natalie: I’m a Gryffindor all the way! I’m currently in my 8th year in Gryffindor. I have thought about doing a term in other houses but I haven’t brought myself to request that from the Sorting Hat yet.<br />
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Lish: RRRROOOOOAAAARRRR! I am in the Gryffindor house, pride Canary Creams . Natalie introduced me to the house cup about a year ago. Since I work in the school system, I am about to enter my most productive term because I am going to have some time off!<br />
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<b>Do you ever mention anything related to HPKCHC in your podcast? If you do, what types of things do you usually discuss relating to HPKCHC? </b><br />
Yes, we started the podcast while we were midterm so we didn’t know where to start. We waited until before the start of this term and then we talked a little about the Cup and how we came to it. We now talk about where we plan to place each project into the cup or where we turned them in.<br />
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<b>What are you working on for your OWL, NEWT, BROOM? </b><br />
Natalie: For my History of Magic OWL, I’m have completed a skein of yarn spun for Bellatrix, a 50 Rows shawlette by Susan B Anderson for Lily Potter, and I’m working my husband’s colorwork stocking for Auther Weasley. For my BROOM, I’ve proposed spinning a sweater worth of yarn out of some corriedale locks.<br />
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Lish: This is my super busy time at work and I needed to cut back in other areas. This term I did not get a chance propose an OWL but I did propose a BROOM. I am working on 2 American Girl dresses and a pair of plain vanilla socks.<br />
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<b>What’s your favorite part about being in HPKCHC? </b><br />
Natalie: I love the motivation to start and finish projects. I found the House Cup right after I had my first child and I was struggling to find my mojo. The House Cup helped me focus my crafting and really helped my productivity! I get so inspired by all the projects too! I love seeing how others interpret the prompts.<br />
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Lish: COLLECT ALL THE BADGES! haha. Like Natalie, I like the motivation and the somewhat of a deadline to start and complete projects. Points and badges are motivation for me. I also love to see the talent of other house cuppers. It’s incredible how much we can craft in one month time. The inspiration and creativity are practically endless. Another thing I love about the cup is the sense of community it promotes. It’s a come as you are environment. Everyone is positive and supportive. Prides almost feel like close friends and family. I love to check in with them daily and learn more about each person in the pride.<br />
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<b>What can you tell our blog readers that they may not already know about you?</b><br />
Lish: I’m an easy scare. I literally can be frightened just by someone walking around the corner. The reaction is usually very animated. It typically involves me clenching my chest and crumbling to the ground. It happens an average of 3-5 times a day. I blame it on having an older brother that was a prankster or the fact that I may not hear them until they are very close to me. Either way, it’s sort of funny.<br />
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Natalie: No wonder we get along!! I’m the same as Lish…I can scare myself with no help from others. How funny!<br />
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Both Natalie and Alicia finished some awesome projects that you have to see. Alicia knit all of these beautiful bridesmaids shawls!<br />
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Be sure to check out their podcast!violetdahliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202651507129223364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-13207767515170572622014-06-12T06:11:00.000-07:002014-06-12T06:11:48.216-07:00Roving Reporting: Traveling SocksHi there. Today we are going to do some Roving around the castle and check out all the classes and the Quidditch pitch. Today we are Roving for socks..bright socks, dark socks, long socks, short socks, red socks, blue socks...okay I am starting to sound like a Dr Seuss story, perhaps I should move on to showing you all what I found while roving around. There are socks from all over, every house seems to enjoy socks.<br />
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First Socks: by LarcYarn<br />
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Red Socks: by ScarletFever<br />
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Green Socks by: Craft-Crusader<br />
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Striped Socks by: Rinabina<br />
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Ravenclaw wasn't left out<br />
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Cables Socks by: PickleMommy<br />
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Purple Socks by: Risasukka<br />
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Two Color Socks by: Kazen<br />
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Stormy Socks by: TrishBadish<br />
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A few NQFYs like socks too<br />
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Pink Purple Socks by: ktjane82<br />
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Nordic Sock by: rebuky<br />
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Just amazing socks all over the castle this month. I am thinking again about trying out my first socks. Such inspiration and beauty. I recommend you do some roving of your own, it is well worth the time.. though it might make your queue grow.<br />
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The Canary Creams nearly had 100% <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/476-500#488">participation </a>in May, with 24 of 25 people turning in classes. A darling <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/476-500#496">Yoda </a>hat was made for a baby shower, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/501-525#518">turtle </a>outfits were displayed, and lots of good advice was given on how to do m1 without <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/526-550#528">holes</a>.<br />
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The Animal Crackers did a bunch of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/976-1000#976">sewing </a>for a class, while another demonstrated some lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/976-1000#991">weaving</a>. One earned a record amount of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/976-1000#993">bonus </a>points, while another turned in her awesome 75% <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/1001-1025#1014">NEWT</a>. There was also fantastic <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/1001-1025#1019">news </a>posted. <br />
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The Acid Pops got an ice cream <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/551-575#570">machine </a>for their 100% pride participation and hosted <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/576-600#586">visitors </a>from another pride, despite the risk of more <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/576-600#592">fire</a>. They also posted <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/601-625#611">some </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/601-625#612">lovely </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/601-625#613">items </a>for a marauder mission. <br />
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The Exploding Bonbons contemplated the joys of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/676-700#678">teens</a>, discussed <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/676-700#691">loom </a>knitting, and provided a link to a very entertaining <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/701-725#708">song</a>. <br />
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The Sugar Quills showed off some fun <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/826-850#849">hair </a>dying and showed that <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/851-875#872">Sandra </a>Bullock just might be a Gryffindor. A lovely bright <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/901-925#914">sock </a>was posted, and 75% NEWT worth of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/876-900#891">hats </a>were finished. <br />
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The Pepper Imps offered a lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/351-375#373">bag </a>as a prize, posted enticing views of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/351-375#374">Colorado</a>, and got an adorable pup to <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/376-400#376">model </a>a hat. Sharon Garnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12114403936526380609noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-70888339217989296512014-06-09T18:19:00.000-07:002014-06-09T18:19:38.743-07:00Flowers!Lots of HPKCHC members have been busy crafting flowers! Here are bunch of beautiful flowers that were turned in recently within the House Cup.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/scubaknit" target="_blank">Scubaknit</a> turned in these pretty flowers for Quidditch Round 3 ...<br />
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Look at this <b>Glow-In-The-Dark </b>flower that <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/DrusillaWormwood" target="_blank">DrusillaWormwood</a> made ...</div>
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<br />violetdahliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14202651507129223364noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-17152990336047814732014-06-08T20:51:00.001-07:002014-06-08T21:13:03.413-07:00Weekly Common Room roundupThis has been a relatively quiet week in the common room.<br />
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Advice was given on a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4751-4775#4764">chemo </a>cap. The views from St. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4751-4775#4769">Paul</a>'s in London were lauded and good places to visit in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4776-4800#4780">Scotland </a>were named. Recommendations were also made for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4801-4825#4812">yarn </a>shops (and yarns) in Scotland. Two <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4751-4775#4774">prides</a> (the Fizzing Whizbees and the Acid Pops) made 100% participation in May. <br />
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Mio set a new record by posting a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4776-4800#4799">class </a>on the 2nd of the month. All the Gryffindors sitting their <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4776-4800#4800">NEWTs </a>made it to 50%! Congratulations to all of them. The final OWLs were <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4801-4825#4809">proposed</a>. <br />
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A recommendation was made for a book on tape, with a great <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4801-4825#4820">reader</a>. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4851-4875#4870">Darling </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4826-4850#4836">puppy </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4951-4975#4974">photos </a>were published. A beautiful blanket was submitted for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4826-4850#4838">detention</a>. An author kindly posed with <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4826-4850#4849">knitting</a>. Some Harry Potter <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4851-4875#4860">charts </a>provided general amusement, along with a cute <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4851-4875#4867">cartoon</a>.<br />
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Advice was <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4976-5000#4987">given </a>on baby sweater safety. A turtle got a cute <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5001-5025#5004">shark </a>costume. Lions were just <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5001-5025#5011">lying</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/5001-5025#5009">around</a>. Sharon Garnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12114403936526380609noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-11555465974462141342014-06-07T19:42:00.000-07:002014-06-08T19:22:58.782-07:00Featured HPKCHC BlogWe have another great blog to tell you about this week! It's written by a fellow HPKCHC member, Amy, who's known on Ravelry as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/PprmntMochaMama" target="_blank">PprmntMochaMama</a>. The blog is called Peppermint Mocha Mama and you can find it at <a href="http://peppermintmochamama.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://peppermintmochamama.blogspot.com</a>. Amy is very dedicated to posting frequently on her blog and even tries to post everyday except for Saturdays!<br />
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She was kind enough to answer some questions for us and here they are ...<br />
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<b>When did you start this blog and what motivated you to start it?</b><br />
I started my blog on July 5, 2010 during the first summer both of my girls were away in Texas visiting my parents. It was a long lonely couple of months so I thought writing would help fill the time while my husband was at work.<br />
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<b>What types of topics do you usually blog about? What types of HPKCHC related things do you blog about?</b><br />
Nothing is off-limits on my blog. It’s about my life - the good, the bad, and the ugly. I talk about my family, food, books and crafts. Since HPKCHC is such a big part of my life, it pops up a lot in my blog.<br />
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<b>What type(s) of crafting do you normally do and how long have you been doing them?</b><br />
I used to be a knitter, for over 20 years, and then when Peanut graduated high school in 2011 my mother taught me how to make a simple granny square. I sat at her feet, just like when I was a kid and learning how to knit, and learned how to make squares. That whole week they were in town, I did nothing but make square after square so that I would have it down pat before she left again. I don’t think I’ve picked up my needles much since then. I am learning how to sew, which is to say that my machine and I are now on speaking terms though we aren’t friendly. As far as spinning goes, my drop spindles do nothing more than live up to their names.<br />
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<b>Are there any new techniques or fibers that you’ve worked with recently that you found either enjoyable and/or challenging, and why?</b><br />
I’m trying to figure out crochet cables. I have mastered the Phannie hat, which has a simple cable effect. My next jump is to the lattice looking ones though I may have to work my courage up just a bit more.<br />
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<b>Which HPKCHC house(s) are you in and what year are you? How long have you been in that house? Have you ever been part of one of the other houses? If so, when and for how long?</b><br />
I am a member of the noble house of Slytherin and I’m currently a 7th Year student, though I did spend my first ever term as a NQFY. I came down to the Dungeons to visit from Hufflepuff for my second term but had to fulfill a promise to a friend in Hufflepuff for two terms before returning home to Dungeons where I don’t plan on leaving any time soon.<br />
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<b>What positions have you held and which ones do you currently hold here at HPKCHC?</b><br />
I was a NQFY mentor for 4 terms but these past two terms you can find me in the classroom. I was up in the Astronomy tower last term and this term I am living the dream in the Potions classroom… though I encourage silly wand waving.<br />
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<b>Are you working on an OWL, NEWT or a Mission this term? How is it going so far?</b><br />
I am working on an OWL and a Mission. I need to get back to my OWL but my Mission is really humming along. I think I am enjoying my Mission more because it’s rather mindless where my OWL requires a color change every row at the moment. I’m 25% done and only 14 more rows for my proposed 50% mark so hopefully I will buckle down soon and get that turned in before the deadline.<br />
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<b>What’s your favorite part about being in HPKCHC?</b><br />
The people. Everyone is so wonderful. I’m inspired, encouraged, and educated every day. I just love everyone associated with our fabulous game.<br />
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<b>What can you tell our blog readers that they may not already know about you?</b><br />
Oh my goodness, I’m not sure. Let’s see… my youngest daughter is (or at least was) the youngest player ever at HPKCHC and she’s currently sorted in Gryffindor. Her name is TheOriginalHobbit and she just turned 9. She’s been playing for almost a full calender year now. Ummm, what else… oh, I’m a retired Leader for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. That was a fabulous role that I loved for many years. I’m an open book so I don’t think there is much of anything that hasn’t been shared… lol.<br />
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Look at how busy she was in May with all of these awesome projects!<br />
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The Fizzing Whizbees and the Acid Pops both made 100% class participation for May! Congratulations! Now, lets make that all the prides for June!<br />
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The Fizzing Whizbees explained and demonstrated <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/301-325#316">tags</a>. They were busy relaxicrafting with, among other things, a knitted <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/326-350#330">hug</a>, some relaxing <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/326-350#342">mitts</a>, and a lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/326-350#344">hat</a>. <br />
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The Animal Crackers continued their fun <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/751-775#768">questions</a> and started a new <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/826-850#833">round</a>, turned in two <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/826-850#834">lovely</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/751-775#775">shawls</a>, posted a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/776-800#796">link </a>on joining yarn, handed in their 75% on a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/901-925#911">NEWT</a> and celebrated <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/926-950#944">Scotland</a>. <br />
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The Sugar Quills shared a college celebrity <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/751-775#772">turn</a>, did a belated <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/776-800#790">introduction</a>, turned in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/801-825#825">items </a>despite being bedbound, and made plans for a HP studio <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/826-850#829">tour</a>. <br />
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The Acid Pops reported some impressive yardage for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/526-550#536">May</a>, turned in a beautiful detention <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/526-550#548">shawl</a>, turned in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/526-550#529">despite </a>an astonishingly busy time, and submitted a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/526-550#540">colorful </a>detention. <br />
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The Exploding Bonbons truly lived up to the pride name with some <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/601-625#609">photos</a>, helped find photos of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/626-650#627">Scotland</a>, got addicted to doing a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/626-650#634">square</a>, and shared some Silkie <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/651-675#662">Bantams</a>. <br />
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The Pepper Imps turned in some cute <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#338">sea </a>creatures, spun some lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#340">yarn</a>, discovered the month wasn't quite over after finishing some great <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#345">socks</a> and made some great plans for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/351-375#369">June</a>. There was also a link to an adorable puppy <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/351-375#362">video</a>. Sharon Garnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12114403936526380609noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-53580162695728730612014-06-02T14:55:00.000-07:002014-06-02T14:55:19.691-07:00Stuffed Animals GaloreToday I took a look through the turn ins for the last week of May and discovered that there were a bunch of stuffed animals turned in for the various prompts. Let's take a look at a few of them.<br />
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Caligirl90 made this realistic looking cat stuffy.<br />
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Graceness made a set of colorful starfish.<br />
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Jedimeg made this cute little octopus with curly tentacles.<br />
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Louanne80 crocheted this penguin!<br />
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Missmathemagica made this adorable little fox with a quizzical face.<br />
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Ohjessie made this unicorn stuffy to lure out a Peryton, I definitely think it would work.<br />
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Pennyia made this cute lion for a babyshower.<br />
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Trametes1971 did a great job with this whimiscal anglerfish.<br />
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Intallcotton made, well, it's a dissected rat I suppose. The poor guy only had 6 organs, but he's doing the best he can.<br />
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WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-3718241937648372372014-06-01T21:24:00.002-07:002014-06-01T21:24:40.606-07:00Common Room summaryWell, since I've been rambling around Ireland and Scotland, the Common Room update is a little behind, but I'm back and here we go.<br />
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A glorious <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3651-3675#3673">diaper </a>cake was constructed. One person showed a good way to get rid of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3701-3725#3724">spills </a>on acrylic (if one forgets the first rule about not having drinks around your yarn). There was some competitiveness on who is the biggest <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3726-3750#3737">klutz </a>in Gryffindor. There were some lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3751-3775#3758">flower</a> photographs. There was a great <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3826-3850#3835">link </a>to a scale model of Hogwarts. Advise was given on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3851-3875#3852">baby </a>names and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3851-3875#3866">broken </a>toes.<br />
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One person reached 50% on their <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3876-3900#3900">NEWT</a> and another did <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4151-4175#4173">here</a>. Advice was given on a drop spindle for use in a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3926-3950#3937">car</a>. A lovely <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/3951-3975#3963">octopus </a>was knit for DADA. Our HOH posted some <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4001-4025#4003">highlights </a>of the term so far. Common Core math was demonstrated and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4026-4050#4032">berated</a>. <br />
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The Headmistress <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4076-4100#4082">Challenge </a>was posted. Three-at-a-time <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4076-4100#4095">socks </a>were finished. There was a discussion on the care of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4126-4150#4136">bunnies </a>as pets. There was a discussion on socks and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4176-4200#4183">heels</a>. Tips were given on disguising <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4251-4275#4268">veggies </a>- and which ones are good. Links were given on joining <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4276-4300#4299">squares </a>into a blanket. Another Gryff found an astonishing <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4376-4400#4387">Tardis </a>blanket, unfortunately not doable in pieces. There was advice on which <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4401-4425#4403">shows </a>to watch for Richard Armitage. <br />
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Simple recipes were provided for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4526-4550#4537">mushy </a>peas, roast <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4551-4575#4557">asparagus</a>, and brussel <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4426-4450#4446">sprouts</a>. There were new <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4601-4625#4605">puppies</a>! Forty-seven blanket squares were finished in a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4676-4700#4680">day </a>- with lots of Gryffies cheering on. A lovely potions <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4651-4675#4651">shawl </a>was submitted. The point was made that all 4 houses are supportive - in their own <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2899498/4676-4700#4700">way</a>. Sharon Garnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12114403936526380609noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-45938595679442335582014-05-30T07:00:00.000-07:002014-05-30T07:00:05.703-07:00Friday Featured Classroom: FlyingHi there, I just flew in from from checking out Flying class and boy are my arms tired (ba dum bum)...okay so that joke is just never going to be awesome, but I did see some awesome things in Flying class.<br />
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This month is Flying class we are focusing on thing that helps us care things on our brooms. And there are some amazing turn ins. Makes me want to pack up on my broom and travel just to try out a few of the "luggage" ideas.<br />
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Gryffindor has some awesome travel accessories.<br />
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KatnissWytch made this cute bag that looks just perfect for carrying quills and candies to school:<br />
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PennyIA showed us how multi-use a hat can really by with this pretty little hat used as a bag:<br />
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Hufflepuff has shown off some great bags as well<br />
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anthrogirl17 has made a pretty black bag that would be great for a ride to school or a ride out to dinner:<br />
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JMN has made a gorgeous green clutch with wooden handles that is bright and pretty:<br />
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Ravenclaw has been getting ready for broom travels too.<br />
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kikkitul has made this fun zippered wrist bag, perfect for a broom handle:<br />
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knotnknit made a bag just perfect for the end of her broom, just imagine the things she could carry:<br />
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Slytherin has been showing up some first class luggage also:<br />
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KristyRecycle has made this pretty rainbow bag that would be just lovely anywhere:<br />
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TheEvilPretty1 has made this bright blue and yellow bag, ready for a bright summer beach day perhaps:<br />
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NQFY have been showing off their travel accessories as well:<br />
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Potoupy has made a beautiful bag that fits just right on her broom, ready to head out on a trip:<br />
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peka568 has made with bright and fun bag that looks at though it can expand to fit just about anything:<br />
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The Students on Sabbatical (SoS) know quite well just how important a good piece of luggage is as they show off here :<br />
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lea67000 has made a set of baby booties which also serve as really ingenious containers for small items on the broom<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879685415868295330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-36535015692167179872014-05-29T05:44:00.001-07:002014-05-29T05:44:25.142-07:00Gryffindor Blog Interview with Covington <span style="font-family: inherit;">Hi, and welcome to this weeks interview. Every other Thursday we are going to try to sit down with someone in the Cup. One of the most wonderful things about the Cup is that we get to have fun and get to know others that are as crazy about crafting and Harry Potter as we are. We hope that these interviews provide you with a way to get to know other players and hopefully enhance the connections and friendships we all share.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />This week we are sitting down with a long term HPKCHC player, Covington. So grab a cup of tea and your latest project and get cozy while we talk to Covington about how she found the Cup, her favorite past projects and more.</span><br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How did you find the Cup?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> I found the Cup through the Radar at Ravelry.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How many “years” or terms have you been with the Cup?<br />
<b>Convington:</b> I started out as a NQFY in Spring 2009. I was sorted into Gryffindor in the next term. I played every term as a sorted student except for one term - I played as a SoS that year.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> What would you say is the greatest change to your crafting since joining the cup, have you tried some new thing that maybe you had not heard of? Or maybe taking on something bigger then you usually do for an OWL or Order Mission?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> Ever since I joined the Cup, I’ve been taking much more initiative in learning new knitting and crochet techniques.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Have you ever traveled to the other houses common rooms, if so what houses have you visited, if not have you ever thought about it?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> I’ve visited the Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin Common Rooms. Each of these houses has their own strengths and personalities. That being said, visiting all the common rooms helped me to strengthen my belief that Gryffindor is the place for me.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> How active are you with OWLS and NEWTS and other Advanced Studies options? Do you think they will help motivate you to finish things you might not have done?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> I used to be very involved with OWLs. Life has changed though, and Advanced Studies aren’t really suited for my lifestyle at the moment. That being said, I encourage everyone to try at least one Advanced Study class during their time at Hogwarts.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Do you have an OWL or NEWT option that you think will be especially hard for you to complete?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> All Advanced Studies classes are challenging. I don’t have one that will be especially hard for me.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Have you told anyone about the Cup? If so what are some of the things you love to tell people about to maybe make them want to come play?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> No, I haven’t told anyone in real life about the Cup. The Cup is the place for me to escape the craziness of real life. I have told people in Ravelry about the Cup though.<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Of all your turn ins to the cup, this term and any past, what are some of the ones you are most proud of and what were they turned in for? (providing links to project page or picture would be wonderful)<br />
<b>Covington:</b> Here’s a picture of my first sweater I’ve made. I turned it in for Muggle Studies.<br />
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I’m also proud of the charity crafting I’ve done.<br />
Charity hats:<br />
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Here are some squares I made for Gryff baby blankets:<br />
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<b>KMNash:</b> Have you won any special badges that you are really proud of playing the Cup, and if so what did you earn them for?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> I used to win plenty of points-based badges. These are the best because anyone can win them.<br />
<b><br />KMNash:</b> Do you have any pointers or comments you would like to say to everyone about anything?<br />
<b>Covington:</b> The Cup is what you make of it. The more you put into the game, the more amazing it will be for you. That being said, remember that real life comes first.<br />
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<b>KMNash: </b>Thank you so much for your time and the pictures of your beautiful work.<br />
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Our interview ends here readers, it is so wonderful getting a chance to get to know our fellow cuppers. There are only a few days left in the month so make sure if you have not got your one class requirement in you do before the month is over. If you are having trouble with ideas remember the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915061/">Knight Bus</a> is available to help. Round 3 of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/hp-knitting-crochet-house-cup/2914209/">Quidditch</a> starts tomorrow, so remember if you turned in forRound 1 and Round 2 that you are eligible to play in Round 3 and to be able to play in the Semi Finals you must play in Round 3.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05879685415868295330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7829921302666838160.post-47245418785648576852014-05-28T20:32:00.001-07:002014-05-28T20:32:55.684-07:00Weekly Pride SummaryHello and welcome to another pride recap for the fourth week of term!<br />
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In the Acid Pops, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/476-500#476">homework was</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/476-500#498">turned in</a> as well as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/476-500#484">quidditch</a>, there was <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/501-525#512">commiseration about stash</a>, and to top it all off there was some sweet <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915384/501-525#515">nursery decorating</a>.<br />
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In the Animal Crackers, there were <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/676-700#686">big plans</a>, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/701-725#714">fun</a> questions <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/701-725#716">were</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/701-725#719">answered</a>, a very impressive <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/701-725#723">WIP the 1st</a> was prepared, and there were <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/726-750#736">quidditch</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/726-750#741">projects</a> <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915387/726-750#747">galore</a>.<br />
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In the Canary Creams, there was a good explanation of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/351-375#375">tagging</a>, a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/376-400#388">NEWT 50% celebration</a>, there was lots of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/426-450#429\">progress shared</a>, and a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915389/426-450#439">pretty purple dishcloth</a> made an appearance.<br />
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In the Exploding Bonbons, some <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/576-600#591">pretty yarn</a> was submitted to class, a quick <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/576-600#594">real life update</a>, and a little <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915390/576-600#600">doughnut consumption</a>.<br />
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In the Fizzing Whizbees, there was a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/251-275#265">sweet drop in</a>, and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/276-300#277">another one</a> (with some ice cream!), a<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/276-300#291"> Lacy Baktus</a> made an appearance, and there is <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915392/276-300#298">a poll</a> about a doily.<br />
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In the Pepper Imps, there was a quick <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/276-300#291">check in</a>, a motivational <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/276-300#295">prize post</a>, a cute <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/301-325#321">octopus stuffy</a>, and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#328">several</a> more <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#329">class</a> turn <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915394/326-350#330">ins</a>.<br />
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In the Sugar Quills, there was a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/676-700#699">gorgeous shawl</a>, a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/676-700#700">neat felted pot</a>, two <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/726-750#731">pairs of socks</a>, and some <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-seventh-floor/2915391/751-775#754">gorgeous handspun</a>.WatrPriestesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00950974337991063527noreply@blogger.com0