Shopping for Crafts in Tenerife Jun 29, 2008
These are used as doilies or cup coasters or sewn together into table linens or trims for clothing. But the intricate drawn thread work called calados is also a Tenerife specialty. (Suite101.com)
The best of Bali Jun 29, 2008
The selection of clothes range from long-sleeved blouses, sleeveless tops, pants, dresses and linen shift dresses, while the products consist of white cotton bed covers, sheets and pillow cases, coasters, napkins and tablecloths. According to Izard, while linen is mainly used in Bali, rayon is the material of choice in Malaysia. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Coffee & Aids Jun 29, 2008
The black coasters inform the coffee-sipping crowd that it cannot get AIDS by kissing or touching. A bookmark inside the bill tells them how the disease actually spreads. (India Times, India)
Chalk One Up For These Neat Coasters Jun 3, 2008
Instead of adding wine charms to your drinking vessel--the ones where you have to remember which charm is yours--just scribble your name on these coasters ... Black Chalkboard Magnetic Coasters, $15 for a set of 4. (Epicurious.com)
Thrill rides May 24, 2008
NEW YORK It s a big year for fans of theme parks and roller coasters all over North America ... The coasters include Behemoth, Canada s longest, fastest and tallest coaster, opening at Canada s Wonderland near Toronto; Fahrenheit at Hersheypark in Pennsylvania, and The Dark Knight Coaster at Six Flags in New Jersey and near Chicago, based on the upcoming Batman movie The Dark Knight ... Everything from thrilling roller coasters to action-packed dark rides to whimsical children s areas and a... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
At home with designer Lisa Wong Jackson May 22, 2008
This doesn't apply solely to hanging artwork: Wong Jackson has four matte white Sara Paloma vases (part of Paloma's Bottles collection) grouped on the coffee table with log bows by Loyal Loot, ceramic coasters by Alyssa Ettinger and felt stones by Ronel Jordaan. FAVORITE THINGS. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lucas: You Must Be This Tall To Ride May 18, 2008
The Tar Heels won't need to ride any roller coasters. The weekend's three-game series against Miami was enough of a thrill ride for any daredevil. (Tarheelblue.com)
Top Five Reasons for a Vegas Vacation May 15, 2008
Be sure to catch the legendary Vegas roller coasters that toss and tumble you through the casinos at top speed. Win Big. (Pekin Times, IL)
Water management district launches restaurant program May 10, 2008
Free workshops, self-audit checklists and educational materials -- such as children's coloring sheets, table materials and coasters -- will be made available to restaurants that agree to serve water only by request, display the materials on tables and participate in staff training programs. The launch of the program, dubbed Water Program for Restaurant Outreach -- or Water PRO -- will coincide with National Tourism Week, May 10 to 18. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Out with the old, in with the new Apr 19, 2008
winger Matt 'Sideshow Bob' Petersen slides over in the corner for one of his three tries in the Titans' 26-24 boilover against fierce rivals Brisbane last night to take the Gold Coasters to the top of the NRL table ... winger Matt 'Sideshow Bob' Petersen slides over in the corner for one of his three tries in the Titans' 26-24 boilover against fierce rivals Brisbane last night to take the Gold Coasters to the top of the NRL table ... winger Matt 'Sideshow Bob' Petersen slides over in the corner... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Notable ensemble conductor visits Masco Apr 10, 2008
In addition to being the associate conductor of wind ensembles at New England Conservatory of Music, Drury is also an assistant conductor of orchestras at MIT. Drury has conducted numerous air force bands throughout the country and has played the saxophone for musicians such as Natalie Cole and the Coasters, the 1950s rhythm and blues band with hits such as Yakety Yak. Marches are usually bombastic, Drury told the group while playing a march piece containing qualities uncharacteristic of a... (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Flat rate expenses: Table of agreed amounts for employers Apr 10, 2008
b. Cargo vessels, tankers, coasters and ferries. 130. (Accounting Web, UK)
Marketing Drive and Jameson Dispense Toasts to the Irish In Us All Mar 15, 2008
The national mobile marketing campaign, "Jameson Full-On Irish," developed by Marketing Drive utilizes point of sale in the form of posters, table tents, coasters, pennant flags, case cards pads on- remise to communicate the promotion. The POS encourages consumers to text-in to receive Irish toasts all month long in the off-premise ay long on St. Patrick's Day in the on-premise. (PR Newswire)
A son’s memory Mar 8, 2008
On a coffee table are two sets of drink coasters, one with a picture of a duck Daniel did as a child and one with a picture he drew in the guest book of the Hotel Triton shortly before his death. They point out each piece and speak with pride about their son. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
See what's inside 'The Spare Wife' Mar 6, 2008
She put coasters on some of the tables she didn't know much about antiques, that had been Lee's expertise but a water ring on any of them could be a disaster worth thousands. And who knew if Jacqueline was even keeping these things. (USA Today -- Life)
Fighting corruption in Ghana: An advocacy for a paradigm shift Mar 4, 2008
In February 1948, some Gold coasters died for us to have independence so what are you prepared to sacrifice to ensure a corrupt-free Ghana. Do your part by forwarding this article to someone you know may be interested. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
More of this story Mar 1, 2008
Nearly every inch of the family s living space is decorated in red-white-and-blue Americana, from coasters to wall hangings. Patriotism is woven into the very fiber of the young family despite being the root of perhaps their most painful and testing times in their eight years together. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Orly Adelson Named President of Dick Clark Productions Feb 28, 2008
Founded in 1961, Six Flags has provided world class entertainment for millions of families with cutting edge, record-shattering roller coasters and appointment programming with events like the popular Thursday and Sunday Night Concert Series. Now 47 years strong, Six Flags is recognized as the preeminent thrill innovator while reaching to all demographics families, teens, tweens and thrill seekers alike with themed attractions based on the Looney Tunes characters, the Justice League of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brevard fans party hearty Feb 4, 2008
" Kiesselbach exclaimed, gesturing wildly with one of said coasters in hand. The New Hampshire transplant goes to Beef O' Brady's for Patriots and Red Sox games."We love Beef's and we love the Patriots," she said.Really love the Patriots."Ask anybody, give me a phone and I'll call a hundred people I know," said Theresa DeVoe of Brockton, Mass., a former Viera resident, who said she predicted the Patriots going to the Super Bowl. "I called it at the beginning of the year. And I even picked the... (Florida Today)
27 dresses, 27 reincarnations Feb 3, 2008
Three of them she made for us to share with you a pillow, table runner and coasters and they re featured here ... How to make Susan Maxwell s pillow, table runner and coasters ... Cut 20 5-inch-square pieces of sheer fabric and 20 of satin lining (2 yards of fabric will make about 20 finished coasters). (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
International flavors added to Fresno Feb 1, 2008
Granite Park, near Cedar and Dakota avenues in Fresno, soon will feature several new restaurants, including former Van Halen frontman Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo Cantina, an amusement park featuring major roller coasters and nine office buildings ... And the groundwork is being laid for The Forest at Granite Park, a theme park that will feature three roller coasters and other rides. (Fresno Bee)
What's new in St. Louis Feb 1, 2008
This 7 million wooden wonder is unlike any of the park's eight existing coasters and is named for the famed daredevil Evel Knievel. The Missouri History Museum will mark with centennial of dance legend Katherine Dunham s birth with Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance exhibit Nov. 2 through February 28, 2010. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Smart, Sexy, and Single Jan 30, 2008
Northeners/west coasters are known for their queer tendencies,born male but steroid-transformed to female or vice-versa. (thoght i throw that in there to balance the blog war about to start) I m neither from south nor those other parts indicated. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Presidential Collectibles Jan 18, 2008
Grover Cleveland, Teddy Roosevelt, and Gerald Ford have appeared on sterling silver spoons, and Andrew Johnson makes possibly his greatest contribution to this country s welfare, in the prevention of white rings on the furniture with his drink coasters. Ulysses S. Grant was recently turned into a resin pill bottle. (Suite101.com)
Super Bowl party play-by-play Jan 4, 2008
One more thing, DeCocco points out, "This is probably one of the only times more than one person will be sitting on the couch. Make sure you have some place for people to put down their plates and drinks." Keep coasters and chargers in plain sight. Or, if you don't have enough to go around, cover your nice wood or glass end tables and coffee tables with plastic tablecloths cut down to size. (AZCentral -- Home)
Obituary: Ettore Sottsass, postmodern designer and Memphis figure Jan 3, 2008
In the 1970s, Alessi hired Sottsass, who designed various items for the company, like ice condiment sets, soup plates and coasters. He also designed a decanter for Baccarat; a chair for Knoll; and carpet for Namastre. (International Herald Tribune)
Options abound for New Years Dec 26, 2007
And last year, Rukkus performed as the backing band for The Coasters during their appearance in Blackfoot. At the Ramada Inn on Burnside in Chubbuck, Kip Attaway will keep the New Year's Eve crowd entertained and in stitches with country music and humor. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Need a gift idea? Dec 13, 2007
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Wise To Order Gifts Online Wrapped? Dec 11, 2007
Lewis ordered one set of reflective photo coasters ... Reflective photo coasters $30 Imbibe in your favorite beverage while admiring your favorite people ... Each glass coaster holds a 2" square photo, framed in a circular or square setting. The stackable coasters arrive housed in a handsome stand, easily reachable when guests arrive. Coasters are finished with silicon feet to prevent table scratches. Set of four. Choose round or square shape. LEWIS' THOUGHTS: RedEnvelope is known as the Tiffany... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Downtown gifts for under $50 Dec 8, 2007
J. Covington also sells marble coasters ($40 each) that come in nine different designs, from fleur de lis crowns, olives, lavender, trout and others. It's a great gift idea for the office worker who has some class or in the home. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Hot local Stuff Dec 6, 2007
That's one of the reasons it's been around for so long." Wolfard Glassblowing Co. lamps are available at Glass Pheasant, Light Opera and Scandinavian Details in San Francisco, By Candlelight in Danville, David M. Brian in Walnut Creek, Flowerland in Santa Rosa and Limestone in Healdsburg, and online at . A concept worthy of a toast Another local guy with a bang-up idea is Bob Stonhaus of San Ramon, who developed and produced the Storvino, a molded plastic crate for storing and transporting wine.... (San Francisco Chronicle)
HOMETOWN TOURIST Where it's always Christmas Nov 25, 2007
162 off I-64) will first notice the massive Holiday World complex and its famous wooden coasters dominating the skyline to the west. Take a right at the junction of Ind. (Indianapolis Star)
Round 12 preview Nov 9, 2007
Gold Coast: The Golden Boys, The Coasters, The Surfers. Wollongong: The Steelers (that'll piss off the old Leagueys), Steelmen. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Condo owner inspired by design, photography Nov 6, 2007
The uncluttered room holds a sofa; a three-light pole lamp with paper shades; a low entertainment center with a flat-screen TV; a club chair; and a coffee table with a bowl of coasters depicting scenes of Cuba and Havana. In the guest bath, photos Recio took in Cuba and Maui dot the walls. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Party prep package Oct 31, 2007
"I also think about what they [host and hostess] would want to use again in the future," such as serving trays, napkins and coasters. The bashes-in-a-bag are designed for a party of eight and range in cost from about $149 to $189. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
A comfortable and cozy place on a blustery night Oct 26, 2007
At least they were resting on linen coasters, not those flimsy paper ones that stick to the bottom of your glass. And the yellow orchids on the tables were a nice touch. (Boston Globe)
The Cougar Lounge - The Pun Also Rises Oct 15, 2007
Of course, this will be handy for the day when they decide to get a contract with the Pac-10 you know, the conference of champions - and cover conference athletic contests at reasonable times of the day instead of late at night so the East Coasters can continue to foster their delusions about the conference. All this can be something people think about while they drive the , that stretch of I-5 between Seattle and Portland. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
How would you change our nation? Oct 8, 2007
" How do we know? There is no better time than now to start a conversation. There is nothing here that says this must be done. What we have to do is talk about our national identity, our politics, our way of being. We may never change a thing, but until we look at the Constitution together, how do we know it's right for us now? How great is it that people in states so far from each other can have this discussion? We coasters think differently than you middlemen-- I'd like to see more... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
College season all shook up Oct 2, 2007
With each of those teams, weak or strong, having rivalries with you stronger than any rivalry you west coasters could imagine. When it comes to bitter rivals, throw the polls (which would be a good thing)and the records out all together. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners Oct 1, 2007
Among these are pre-printed Christmas stockings, Christmas tree skirts, tree ornaments, door panels, tea towels, coasters, napkins, table linens, and kitchen accessories. Fabric panels come in a wide range of designs. (Suite101.com)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
Look for diamond willow walking sticks, pot scrubbies, Christmas ornaments, antler dream catchers, place mats, quilts, casserole caddies, gift baskets, jewelry, sock monkeys, fancy seasonal chocolates, floral arrangements, wreaths, Eskimo dolls, ivory and baleen articles, vests, unique long fleece scarves, pillowcases, beaded jewelry, painted rocks, willow ornaments, door-knob decorations, baby blankets, high school scarves, warm hats, scarves, mittens and gloves, cross-stitch ornaments, pins... (Anchorage Daily News)
Sample the best at your own wurst party Sep 27, 2007
For a party at home, there s no way to re-create Oktoberfest in Munich, where visitors pack roller coasters and beer-hall waitresses carry half a dozen full, mammoth steins with one hand. The annual gathering celebrates the wedding festivities of Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen in 1810. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
On the Scene: Area indie rockers ride the short bus to music success Sep 21, 2007
After playing an energetic set at Coasters in Fort Walton Beach last Saturday night, the guys of These Words Are Water were pleased with their performance. The crowd responded eagerly at the close of the band's last song and many in attendance could be overheard chattering amongst each other about the group's sound and talent. (Pensacola News Journal)
Tom's Two Cents Jul 19, 2007
"My wife and I are out celebrating our anniversary and we're both drunk as skunks. We're just about ready to drive home from the bar. How soon could we get an operating table for two? Oh, that long ... well, then I guess we have time for a few more drinks." Or, once you arrive at the ER, what if they passed out those little beepers or flashing coasters that restaurants use to alert you when your table is ready. You could then wander around the hospital while you wait (providing you haven't... (Ithaca Times, NY)
Convert? Blairs been a Catholic for 25 years already Jun 24, 2007
A senior acquaintance of the Blairs told me Mr Bush presented the couple with a set of coasters bearing his photograph. On their return to Britain, the Blairs proudly placed them on a coffee table in their Downing Street sitting room. (Daily Mail)
Moving to pole position Jun 21, 2007
The women use officially licensed NASCAR NEXTEL Cup products in the baskets, which range in price from $24 to $110 and include car models, caps, T-shirts, mugs, coasters, action figures, raincoats, umbrellas, Boyds bears etc. "It's hard to find a gift for a NASCAR fan with everything all together," Gilliam said. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Inside look at Hershey Park Jun 18, 2007
During the past decades, the park has grown tremendously to include more than 60 rides and attractions, including 10 roller coasters, a zoo and the Boardwalk ... Storm Runner is one of the most popular roller coasters at Hersheypark ... Underkoffler is also always retrieving lost items from the grounds below roller coasters. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Triple Alert Warning System Jun 13, 2007
However, restaurants say the beeping coasters break and walk away at a very alarming rate, so texting could be in our future. And more than 50 percent of adults do have cell phones. (WKRC.com, OH)
Museum board discusses conference Jun 6, 2007
Coasters with the prisons museum logo and created by LCF inmates would also be distributed. McKune said 3,000 coasters or information packets would be needed for the gift bags. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Heed the teachings of this garage-sale guru Jun 1, 2007
He throws in a multicolored striped hammock ("perfect for the farm"), a throw rug for his bathroom ("the floors are so bad"), three tablecloths and some linen coasters, and walks away with the lot for $130. It's then that the roofless car comes in handy, because the skittle board needs to be stood on its end in the back seat. (USA Today -- Life)
Ohio science teacher wows with balsa wood May 30, 2007
The project requires students to synthesize research, technology, science and communications skills as well, because they present their coasters to teachers, parents and judges. "They have to present themselves like a professional design team," Woods says. (USA Today -- News)
Couple take time together -- and apart May 1, 2007
Pictures peer out from shelves, the top of the TV and even the coffee table Haugom refinished by gluing colorful coasters over the top. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Beekeeper's life about 'chasing the blooms' Apr 23, 2007
Stacks of bee magazines spill out from under a coffee table appointed with bee coasters. There is a large bee pillow on the sofa, and plastic bees of varying sizes serve as paperweights for bee articles he has clipped. (Herald-Tribune)
Open Mike: Tiger must learn to face music Mar 19, 2007
Some of you Left Coasters may remember him from his days as a writer for The Los Angeles Times, where he and Mike Littwin once blew the lid off the UCLA basketball program. And if youre old enough and lived in Atlanta 30 years ago, you may even remember him from the Journal & Constitution. (MSNBC -- Sports)
I can't let someone else have more control over the relationship people have with my music than I do. Mar 12, 2007
Here in Musictoday's 350,000-square-foot headquarters, that revolution is most visible in the plastic bins filled with stuff: shower slippers, coasters, and leather coats plastered with the Rolling Stones' wagging-tongue logo. Eminem bobbleheads. (FastCompany)
Homegrown musician featured at MAC Jazz Festival Mar 9, 2007
Shannon has performed with Ferlin Husky, Chubby Checker, Jerry Lee Lewis, Sha Na Na, The Coasters, The Platters, and Tony Orlando. An Arabesque recording artist, Wiest is a featured soloist, composer/arranger and clinician. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Knitted decor is a crafty look Mar 9, 2007
"Without the texture, these cups would look sleek and icy, but add the knitted surface and suddenly they become tactile you want to touch them. They give off a sense of warmth and pleasure." Knitware pottery, in celery, cream, slate blue and unglazed; cups, $35 each; espresso cups, 2 for $50; set of four coasters, $39, at Alyssaettinger. com. (USA Today -- Life)
What's your favorite memory? Mar 9, 2007
Hard to believe, but the park right down the road with the big rollercoasters is turning 40 this year ... I enjoyed Six Flags much more in the early days when it was less about roller coasters and thrill rides and more about just having fun ... I have really enjoyed having a season pass, and I m a little older ( 00000316 over 40), because I can take my kids, and don t have to ride any coasters to have a good time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Put the brisket in the basket Feb 28, 2007
The shop's retail space includes finds like a pot that comes with its own infuser to simplify brewing, and coasters made from tea bags that have been dried and decorated with artwork by South African women. In-house events at the spacious shop include Tea Bingo, brewing seminars, art openings, and workshops on "designing your life to be easy." It's more than a tea shop, indeed. (Boston Globe)
Reporter slips into Cinderella Suite Feb 28, 2007
Emily isn't tall enough for the roller coasters, which basically leaves the the rides where you sit in a car on a track and watch animatronic pirates or fish or jungle people sing and dance. But because we're staying inside the park and Disney provides us a front-of-the-line escort, we've got to ride something. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shops that cater to the eco-friendly home Feb 22, 2007
Furniture is limited to recycled outdoor pieces (lawn chair, $299), but you can decorate the indoors with recycled chopstick coasters ($18) and lamps (triangular, $38). Simple recycled-glass vases and tableware are available, or you can choose a funky candleholder made from recycled bicycle parts ($36). (AZCentral -- Home)
A guy with no kids spends a night in Cinderella's Suite Feb 17, 2007
Emily isn't tall enough for the roller coasters, which basically leaves the other category - the ones where you sit in a car, ride along a track and watch animatronic pirates or fish or jungle people sing and dance. But because we're staying inside the park and Disney provides us a front-of-the-line escort, we've got to ride something. (The Ledger)
Flea market shoppers find bargains Feb 12, 2007
The trio split the work of making aprons, baby blankets, decorative coasters, cloth teddy bears and more. "It's a fun thing to do," she said about the market. (The Hawk Eye)
Sand-Free In Santa Cruz Feb 9, 2007
UNDER COVERS / Cozy in Santa Cruz / Babbling Brook Inn (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Katherine Elizabeth Murphy Feb 6, 2007
She also had a passion for sewing and she shared that passion with her countless table runners, coasters, quilts, and baby towels that she gave to everyone. She also spent lots of time with friends and family golfing and bowling. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
