Shopping at Mistletoe Marketplace Benefit for Junior League of Jackson Nov 4, 2009
"I make homemade belt buckles, and she (Edmonson) does handmade crosses," Hardy said. "It's all kind of the vintage look," Edmonson said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Catechism class ties up traffic Oct 21, 2009
Also, guys wearing white shoes and those silly a$$ belt buckles bigger than their heads. " rebel wrote on Oct 19, 2009 8:17 AM:" hunnybear85, sorry us dudes are a little more stable than chicks and don't have the PMS problem, we base our comments on observations reasoning vs. emotions and the time of the month. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Wayne Cooper's rock'n'roll style Oct 8, 2009
Key pieces from his summer collection include a black waistcoat, printed T-shirts with music motifs, black jeans and pants and statement belt buckles. It's definitely got a lot of rock'n'roll in it, some of our shoes even have Rolling Stones lyrics on them, he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
McChrystal: Violence "Worse" Than Expected Sep 25, 2009
We can even issue "Gott Mit Uns" belt buckles. Don't want no recruiter around my door though. (CBS News)
Do not disturb Sep 22, 2009
Polished belt buckles ... With polished belt buckles and ramrod-straight backs, the soldiers said they would be proud to be part of the event, which will mark 60 years since Mao Zedong proclaimed the founding of the People's Republic of China. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
1,000 Springs Festival of the Arts attracts 70 artists Sep 18, 2009
Morris makes earrings, pendants and belt buckles with the gems, which he gets from Idaho and the Northwest. He also salvages old stones from used jewelry. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
A special show of swimwear and pareos Sep 12, 2009
In the past she has employed antique buttons, brooches and Victorian belt buckles, taking them apart and fashioning them into fresh new bracelets, necklaces or earrings. Now she has a new take on recycling. (Honolulu Advertiser)
It helps if your folks play music worth raiding Aug 26, 2009
" Hey, don't rule it out. Watch out when Armstrong hits his 40s and does the inevitable late-career move to a country rock album. True, says Gow, ''Everyone comes back to it''. Everyone does but Gow came to it a little earlier than most. With an English father and a Chinese mother, he was born in Auckland but spent his early childhood in Britain and Canada while his father was doing research at various universities. When Gow was about 11 or 12, the family moved back to Dunedin in the South... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Post Grad' earns a degree in awkwardness Aug 21, 2009
Ryden's scheming dad, Walter (Michael Keaton), tries to interest her in a crazy venture selling belt buckles. The buckles turn out to be stolen, and he's carted off to jail. (USA Today -- Life)
Sales tax holiday set this weekend Aug 19, 2009
Accessories (generally) - barrettes, elastic ponytail holders, wallets, watches, backpacks - unless for use by elementary and secondary students, baseball cleats and pants, belt buckles (without belt), boots - climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders, buttons and zippers, cloth and lace, knitting yarns, and other fabrics, dry cleaning services, football pants, golf gloves, handbags and purses, handkerchiefs, hard hats, helmets - bike, baseball, football, hockey, motorcycle, sports, ice... (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Shoppers to save this weekend on state, local sales tax Aug 18, 2009
Taxed items include accessories (including barrettes, elastic ponytail holders, wallets and watches), backpacks (unless for use by elementary and secondary students), baseball cleats and pants, belt buckles without a belt, boots (climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders), buttons and zippers, cloth and lace, knitting yarns and other fabrics, dry cleaning services, football pants, golf gloves, handbags and purses, handkerchiefs, hard hats, helmets (bike, baseball, football, hockey,... (Sealy News, TX)
Take Off Your Hat Aug 14, 2009
There are plenty of other better affectations you can wear to make you stand out: belt buckles, , bracelets, rings, necklaces, earrings (unless they re skull earrings -- well, if it will stop you from wearing a cap, wear the skull earrings), shiny shoes. They all will tell women different things about you, as opposed to the cap telling women the same thing: This guy thinks the Yankees still may call him in as a relief pitcher. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
What’s old is new: places to find vintage clothing Aug 13, 2009
Throw in one of 40 South s oversized belt buckles and the look is a delightful middle ground between modern-day hipster and casual Friday Gram Parsons. There s something comforting about the 70s aesthetic, Mancini says. (Boston Globe)
Sales tax holidays? Big deal Aug 7, 2009
But while belts with buckles are tax-free, belt buckles without the belt are not. Its like that with hats: baseball, fishing, golf and knitted caps are tax-free during the Texas sales tax holiday, but hard hats and helmets for biking or playing baseball, football, hockey, or for riding a motorcycle, are not. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Quirky presidential gifts Aug 5, 2009
President Reagan, who was gifted 372 belt buckles while in office, also received enough tacking equipment during his time in Washington to outfit an entire stable. Don't Miss. (CNN)
Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday begins Aug. 7 Aug 5, 2009
Some items that ARE subject to sales tax include: belt buckles (sold separately from a belt), briefcases, cosmetics, hair notions, handbags, jewelry, patches and emblems (sold separately), sewing equipment and supplies, sunglasses, umbrellas, wallets, watches, ballet or tap shoes, cleated or spiked athletic shoes, baseball, boxing or golf gloves, hand and elbow guards, mouth guards, shin guards, computer compact disks, printers, diskettes, handheld electronic schedulers, printer supplies... (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Sales Tax Holiday starts Friday Aug 4, 2009
It does not include accessories such as watches, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands and belt buckles. School supplies, not exceeding $50 per purchase, that are used in a standard classroom for educational purposes. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
List of Eligible and Non-Eligible Items Jul 26, 2009
Accessories (generally) (N) Barrettes (N) Belt buckles (sold separately) (N) Bobby pins (N) Briefcases (N) Elastic ponytail holders (N) Hair bows and Hair clips (N) Handkerchiefs (N) Headbands (N) Jewelry (N) Purses and Handbags (N) Watches or Watch bands (N). Adult diapers (N)Alterations (N)Aprons (household) (N)Aprons (welders) (N)Athletic socks (E)Baby bibs (N)Baby clothes (E)Baby diapers (cloth or disposable) (N)Backpacks (N)Baseball caps (E)Baseball cleats (N)Baseball gloves... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Woodruff 'back on the horse' in Iraq Jul 15, 2009
Among the items for sale: commemorative T-shirts, belt buckles, caps, sunglasses and mugs. A varsity jacket modeled after the one Jackson wore in the "Thriller" video will also be available. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Michael Jackson tour merchandise for sale Jul 14, 2009
Among the items for sale: T-shirts commemorating the first and second nights of the concerts at Londons O2 arena, belt buckles, caps, sunglasses and mugs. A varsity jacket modeled after the one Jackson wore in the Thriller video will also be available. (MSNBC -- Music)
As state parks suffers, volunteers crucial Jul 5, 2009
It also illuminated other attractions: an ancient petroglyph found a century ago, plus discarded buttons, belt buckles and other reminders that Union Gen. William T. Sherman once passed through. Without financial and physical help from the Friends of Sweetwater Creek State Park, this center probably wouldn t be here, said Scarborough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
DIY mom: Eight popular baby products that can be reproduced at home Jun 30, 2009
Cut up old purse buckles, belt buckles, plastic buckles, spare buttons, and gift-wrap string to sow to your bear. Make sure you have firmly secured each addition to the teddy to avoid choking hazards. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Brant JamesINSIDE NASCAR Jun 25, 2009
There are the cowboy hats, the ostrich feathers, the belt buckles, the grinning teeth, the mustache and the sun glasses, and when no one is looking, the dip. NASCAR's leader in victories (200) and co-leader in championships (seven) is even called "King" by his own children. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Fidel Castro's son tricked in Internet love sting Jun 17, 2009
The man who used the Canada-based e-mail address "tonycsport@yahoo.ca" also provided "Claudia" with details of a life far richer than the grind of the average Cuban weekends in Varadero beach, Lacoste shirts and belt buckles, a personal Apple computer and a BlackBerry with Internet access, Dominguez's files showed. "While everyday Cubans were banned from using the Internet cafes in Havana hotels, this guy had a BlackBerry and unlimited access to the Web," said Dominguez, 46, a security company... (Cincinnati Nation)
The Siege at San Juan: Event draws sharp-shooting crowd Jun 2, 2009
Each dressed the part reminiscent of the Old West, with cowboy hats, suspenders, elaborately decorated gun holsters, fancy belt buckles and sheriff star-shaped badges indicating their membership in the Single Action Shooters Society. Each participant s alias is particularly important during the evening activities when they aim to get completely into character. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Guest Commentary: Today we honor our heroes May 26, 2009
Watchdog Fred wrote on May 25, 2009 6:15 PM:" To: ronk6ur wrote on May 25, 2009 3:12 PM:58,749 people never returned from Vietnam, which was your era. You evidently didn't pay attention in Boot Camp and never read the Blue Jackets Manual, provided to you. As for the Dress Whites or Dress Blues (Crackerjack style), I think there is no sharper uniform when worn with pride by a Petty Officer, or Seamen/Airman E-6 thru E-1.What they were teaching you to spit shine shoes and plish shiny brass belt... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Pick up the pace May 25, 2009
Items that might set off an alarm on the metal detector include: Keys, loose change, mobile phones, pagers, and personal computers; heavy jewelry (including pins, necklaces, bracelets, rings, watches, earrings, body piercings, cuff links and lanyards); clothing with metal buttons, snaps or studs; metal hair barrettes, belt buckles and underwire bras. Children. (Honolulu Advertiser)
49ERS PROFILEBear Pascoe May 23, 2009
The truck is festooned with stickers advertising the promoter of the event, a Texan named Booger Barter, and proclaims the driver as "Champion Team Roper." A hand-tooled saddle, a couple palm-size belt buckles and a saddle blanket or two are other prizes garnered by Bear's facility with a lariat. Of the throaty V8 truck, he said, "I don't think I'll ever get rid of it.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Great gifts for mom May 7, 2009
Princess and Butch handmade belt buckles include Gretal buckle, $35, at Gitchie Yah Yah Floral and Gift Shop, 1963 Hosea Williams Drive SE ... Princess and Butch handmade belt buckles give her outfit a boost with floral prints or birds on the Gretal buckle, $35, at Gitch; Yah Yah Floral and Gift Shop, 1963 Hosea Williams Drive SE, 404-373-3099. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
SM Elks Rodeo gets its official kickoff May 3, 2009
Elks Recreation President Keith Barks presented both Adam and Rowland with belt buckles. Saturday night s agenda included Mayor Larry Lavagnino s annual proclamation of Go Western Days, encouraging all residents to enter into the rodeo spirit by wearing western apparel. (Santa Maria Times)
Gun-shaped belt buckle nearly gets teen shot in Florida Keys Apr 10, 2009
"We didn't know it wasn't a gun until we actually took the belt off,'' Catala said. Morales was detained while officers checked out the report that a teenage girl wearing a pink sweater had been forced into the blue vehicle Morales was driving. The girl was found, and she told officers she voluntarily got into the vehicle with Morales, her boyfriend. Morales was released, minus his belt buckle. Such realistic looking gun-shaped belt buckles have resulted in other law enforcement incidents. In... (The Palm Beach Post)
Pairings we'd like Apr 8, 2009
From Poulter s bringht color choices, to Kim s belt buckles, to Sabbatini s camoflauge pants, follow these gents if you want to know what s in. Peachy keen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bids for Kids Auction is Saturday Apr 7, 2009
Other items include: cases of Cuff-n-Collar, 26 collectible belt buckles, Explorer fish tank, folding knife, 70-piece tool set, drill bit kit, 38-piece insert bit kit, screwdriver kit, full sheet collector stamps, 1999 Newsweek John F. Kennedy Jr. series, Blue Willow dishes, Historic America dishes, oil changes, baskets, turtle foot stool, Wheel of Fortune package, two hand-tied bookend oriental rugs, Build a Bears/Going to the Prom and a set of wall mirrors. Also available are sets of dishes,... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
How to Navigate Through Security Li... Apr 4, 2009
Remove your keys, loose change, cell phone or other portable electronic devices, belt buckles, and any other items that may set off the alarm. Tuck them into your bag or place them in a bin to be passed through the X-ray machine. (Suite101.com)
Horse trading: Waverly sale is an equine paradise (17) Mar 28, 2009
Belt buckles almost as big as license plates. Horns attached to fake leather cow heads for roping. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
New Website Supports Native American Art and Culture Feb 8, 2009
Launching in late December 2008, the site has cultivated an impressive catalog of wearable art such as earrings, necklaces, rings, watches, bracelets and belt buckles. "The creative process is something that you can see on the site," said Fournier. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
