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THURSDAY MAY 11, 2017

RIGHT AT HOME: New pedestal sinks are perches with panache

t a time of year when weeds may be getting the better of you, what sweet revenge it is to turn them into an asset. Eat them! And one of the best weeds for this purpose is stinging nettle. Yes, that “stinging” in the name is off-putting, and rightly so. Grab a clump of stinging nettle leaves and stems in your bare hands and you’ll feel like you’ve been stung by a horde of angry ants or bees. That’s because the plant is covered with short, hollow hairs that are poised like miniature hypodermic needles. Their swollen bases are filled with formic acid, the same LEE REICH stuff that causes the pain of ant and bee stings. Even accidentally brushing against the plant is enough to inflict stings, and the pain could last a whole day. Stinging nettle does not seem like the kind of plant anyone would want to harvest, let alone put into their mouth. But putting on gloves takes care of the harvesting problem. And cooking or drying the plant removes the sting for eating. There are good reasons to go to the trouble of eating stinging nettles, beyond wanting to remove it from your garden. Stinging nettle is a healthful weed, or, shall we now say, healthful “vegetable.” It’s high in vitamins A and C, and in the minerals calcium and iron. Stinging nettle also has a number of medicinal properties, including some anti-bacterial and anti-cancer properties. Poultices of nettle tea are said to soothe aching joints, and nettle has been used to treat urinary problems and offer some relief from hay fever. Probably the most famous medicinal use of stinging nettle is for treating arthritis. The stinging seems to stimulate blood flow to afflicted areas when locally applied. (Interestingly, bee stings have also been used to treat arthritis.) I’m not suggesting choking down stinging nettle as famine food or as medicine; the stuff also tastes good. I’ve enjoyed it as a tea and as cooked greens, the latter in the same way as spinach. If you aspire to loftier culinary heights, borrow some dishes from around the world: nettle beer from Britain or, from Ireland, nettle cream soup, which also calls for leeks, milk, butter and, of course, oatmeal. The best season to harvest nettles is now, in spring, when the shoots and leaves are young and tender. If you don’t know the plant, you probably don’t want to discover it by accidentally brushing up against it. So here’s what to look for: a stem 4 to 6 feet high with pointed, somewhat heart-shaped, toothed leaves directly opposite each other at each node along the stem. The leaves are smooth on their upper sides, their stinging hairs on the undersides. The flowers and the seeds that follow are both small, and appear in branched clusters that emerge where leaves join the stem. Don’t flog yourself too much for letting this weed find its way into your garden. You’re a good gardener. Stinging nettle is a weed of damp, rich soils. Now, if only I could find some use for creeping Charlie and quackgrass, two other weeds of damp, nutrient rich soils.

This undated photo shows stinging nettles in New Paltz, N.Y. Nettles is a weed and it stings, but it also is a healthful and tasty plant. (Lee Reich via AP)

By KIM COOK Associated Press If you’ve got a powder room, chances are there’s a pedestal sink in it. The lavatory perches have long been the go-to option for small bathrooms, and even for full-size spaces where a less imposing fixture is desired. The simple bowl-on-a-stick concept has been given some imaginative rethinking in recent bath collections, and some are downright statement pieces. Designers are experimenting with materials like stone, metal and wood, and coming up with interesting textural compositions. Some pedestal sinks resemble works of art, with elaborate painted motifs, or sculptural silhouettes. Kallista’s Papion pedestal sink has a bow-tie silhouette; in black with a white sink, it’s got a men’s dress-wear look, and in solid white, its spare modernity is no less elegant. Barbara Barry’s transitionalstyle Tuxedo sink for Kallista features an ample sink surround for soaps and hand towels. (www.kallista.com ) Those looking for a more traditional style might appreciate Kohler’s Prairie Flowers or English Trellis pedestal sinks. Both have a painted floral pattern that would look pretty in a garden-themed powder room or girls’ bathroom. (www.kohler.com ) The totem shape is emerging as a trend. In some, the sink and base become one, so the fixture resembles a ceramic bongo drum; Hastings Tile & Bath has an attractive one that comes in a range of finishes, including metallics and patterns. Also at Hastings, a striking Tulip pedestal, available in Ferrari red, or gold or silver leaf. (www.hastingstilebath.com ) In Stone Forest’s organic contemporary collection, columns of basalt are honed or left natural, and vessels are mounted atop. The fixtures can be had as one, two or three columns, so the sink can rest on one while the others are landing zones for towels and toiletries. (www.stoneforest.com ) Luxury bath company Maison Valentina used the effect of a rock slab cracking after being frozen to create the Lapiaz pedestal sink. A column of mirrored aluminum is run through with a sliver of burnished gold lacquer, and a freeform, gold-toned aluminum sink rests on top. The studio’s Newton pedestal sink is crafted of hand-cast brass spheres that are forged and stacked, then given a coat of inky black lacquer; a gold sink nestles inside the structure like a celestial bird bath. (www.maisonvalentina.net ) Inbani’s Tambo integrates the washbasin into a wall-mounted column, and then there’s a portable, recessed storage base with one or two shelves that can be had in a range of colors, creating a sleek, minimalist fixture. (www.inbani.com ) Customize your bath by selecting slim or curvy glass, nickel or brass legs, and then adding an interesting sink; Waterworks and Urban Archaeology have options. (www.waterworks.com ; www.urbanarchaeology.com ) See Sinks p. 2D

Above, this photo provided by Falper shows their Wing sink, designed by Ludovico Lombari, which evokes the swooping wings of a crane, in a wall-mounted sink. Pedestals and wallmounts like this are great choices for small baths, and become sculptural art pieces that elevate the spaces. Below, this photo provided by Kohler shows one of their Prairie Flowers and English Trellis pedestal sinks, which bring the garden indoors, to a powder room or small bath. At bottom, this photo provided by Stone Forest shows their Triple Basalt pedestal sink. Basalt pillars make for a unique pedestal sink base. These basalt columns from Stone Forest have both polished facets and the natural surface, creating a unique organic contemporary fixture that can be topped with a vessel basin. Configurations can be one, two or three pillars, joined by brass or nickel finished tubing. (AP photos)

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House to Home Mortgage Index 30-YEAR Rate-Fee/Pts.

15-YEAR Rate-Fee/Pt.

High rate

4.375

3.375

Low rate

3.75

3.00

Average rate

4.05

3.25

This graphic represents a Tuesday survey of regional lending institutions. Figures are based on rates at Range Bank, Northern Michigan Bank, mBank, Marquette Community Federal Credit Union and TruNorth Credit Union.

This photo provided by Ronbow shows their Pebble sink. The shapes of the Pebble sink, vanity and coordinating mirrors, from French designer Ora Ito, were inspired by the organic shape of pebbles. (Ronbow via AP)

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Above, this book cover provided by Potter Craft/Penguin Random house shows the cover to the book “Little Felted Dogs,” by Saori Yamazaki. Below, this image provided by Quirk Books shows crochet characters from the literary classic “Moby Dick,” which are featured in the book “Literary Yarns: Crochet Projects Inspired by Classic Books” by Cindy Wang. (AP photos)

Small and cute: why crafters are in love with ‘little thingies’

By JENNIFER FORKER Associated Press When my daughter Grace was little, she collected tiny objects, sometimes pilfered from her sister and squirreled away in her bedroom. Among the 4-year-old’s prized collection of teenytiny items were a Barbie suitcase, Hello Kitty erasers, a 1-inch plastic baby and animal figurines. “It’s special to me,” she explained when an item of her sister’s was found in her room. Everything tiny was special to this child, and the family came to refer to little objects as she did, as “little thingies.” We still do, even though Grace is 18 and graduating from high school. Little thingies have caught on in the crafting world, so much so that stacks of books are dedicated to their creation. Most are crochet projects, but other mediums, such as needle felting and knitting, also bend toward the tiny. The Japanese gave little thingies a name: amigurumi — small, adorable creatures that are usually crocheted. I’ve seen Hello Kitty and Star Wars characters, comic book superheroes and every animal under the sun in books touting amigurumi patterns. What is the draw? Why spend hours hunched over a small, non-essential project? You can’t wear it like a scarf or a hat. You can’t decorate with it, as you would a pillow or a blanket. Albeit adorable, the inanimate object is a dust collector. Crocheter Twinkie Chan of Ventura, California, attributes the attraction to this: babies. “We’re naturally drawn to little, tiny things like a baby,” human or animal, she says. “Stick some big eyes on (a project) and people will love it.” There are practical reasons, too. “I don’t have the patience to make anything big,” says Cindy Wang, author of “Literary Yarns: Crochet Projects Inspired by Classic Books” (Quirk Books, 2017). “I like being able to make something you can hold in your hand.” Wang, who created patterns for Julius Caesar, Hamlet, Frankenstein and many more characters for “Literary Yarns,” began crocheting tiny figurines six years ago — mostly superheroes. Depending on

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Storage can be an issue with these vanity-less sinks, but Seattle-based professional organizer Annie Traurig has some suggestions. Etageres, slanted ladders and even dressers can do the job of stowing toiletries and other supplies, while adding personality. No room on the floor? A little vertical space may be all you need; just get creative. “Start by installing small floating wall shelves,” says Traurig. “I’m telling you, you’ll marvel at the wonders of a small

slab of wood screwed onto your wall.” Ronbow’s Pebble sink, designed by French designer Ora Ito, doesn’t have a base but mounts to the wall, along with matching mirrors — all crafted in a freeform, organic pebble shape with a woodlike finish and an integrated, solid-surface white sink. (www.ronbow.com ) Finally, for the truly adventurous bathroom, there’s Falper’s Wing sink, designed by Federico Lombardi. It’s another with no base, but it doesn’t need one. Two swoops of ceramic on both sides of the sink resemble a crane’s expansive wings, and the result is a dramatic work of functional wall art. (www.falper.it )

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its complexity, a project can take two to nine hours. Wang likes to share her simpler creations, and makes a game of it, regularly leaving the figurines at San Diego Comic-Con and in her home city of Houston. She recently dropped off Marvel characters such as Spiderman and Iron Man in New York City, tweeting clues to their

whereabouts. She says that only basic crochet skills are required to make the simplest dolls, although learning how to shape them and adding embellishments takes more time. “The crocheting part itself is the easy and quick part for me,” Wang says. “It’s the tiny details that take time.”

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The Mining Journal 3D

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Real Estate Classifieds                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

                                                                                                                                                                                      

   

                             

                                                                                                                                

                                   

                                                      

                                

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Just under 68 acres of high rolling terrain located on the Peshekee Grade in Western Marquette County Michigan. This parcel lies on the Peshekee Grade just a few miles from the trailhead to these lands. This property is mostly high rolling acreage with frontage on the grade, which is a year round paved County Road. This parcel would make an excellent base for a recreation cabin to enjoy all this wonderful area has to offer the outdoor enthusiast. $69,900 MLS# 1100997

Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

23080 M95, Republic

Call Brian Olson Today! Associate Broker Cell: 906-869-6446 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

brianolsonrealtor@yahoo.com

16867 Holli Blue Road, Champion

Contact Bob Sullivan Associate Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

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This outstanding home has 700’ of pristine frontage on private Granite Lake and is perfect as a beautiful year round home or your peaceful getaway. The home features a great open floorplan, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a rec room which opens up right to the lake, a four-car garage, and all in move in ready condition. The area is famous for all sorts of recreation and is convenient to both the Michigamme River and Lake, vast snowmobile and ATV trails, tons of CFA or State Land. $170,000 MLS# 1101100

5389 Champs Elysses, Gould City

Contact Nathan Brabon Agent Cell: 906-869-8451 Office: 225-LAND (5263)

nathan.brabon@uprealestatebynathan.com

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Lake Michigamme at it’s finest. This parcel is ready to enjoy with a solid gravel drive from Holli Blue Road right to a cleared, flat building site with electric already installed -- perfect for a lakefront home or cabin to be constructed. $279,900 MLS# 1101089

Scoter Lake Squaw Lake Road, Republic

Contact Bob Sullivan Associate Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

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This waterfront chalet cottage is in very good condition, with many updates. The property has a park-like yard, huge pines and 200 feet of sandy beach shoreline on beautiful Milakokia Lake. There is a large 40 x 80 pole barn for your toys and ample storage. If you are looking for a cottage on a high-quality lake, this is exceptional. The access is off US 2 in Gould City just a short drive from the Mackinac Bridge. $299,000 MLS# 1100558

TBD Holli Blue Road, Champion

Contact Bob Sullivan Associate Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

Private inland lake acreage located in Southwestern Marquette County. 40 acres of rolling terrain containing a private lake that is 4.6 acres in size and over 25 feet deep. Scoter Lake is nestled within this hilly property in a peacefully private, yet very accessible location. A good gravel road leads to a high ridge on the northern portion of the acreage. There are several options for building sites with one particular outstanding location on the north side of the lake. MLS# 1100995 $119,000

3260 Herron Drive, Gwinn

Contact Bob Sullivan Associate Broker/Owner Cell: 906-361-4212 Office: 225-LAND (5263) LandCoach@aol.com

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Lake Michigamme waterfront parcel on the southern end of the lake providing ample privacy away from the village and the highway. You can fish, boat, explore, swim and just enjoy all of the features of your own parcel on this fabulous lake. The adjoining parcel is also for sale and electric is to that site. $119,900 MLS# 1101091 NEW LISTING

If you would like to see your home, camp, or land listed here with please contact Sue Feldhauser, Agent, Northern Michigan Land Brokers @ suefeldhauser@sbcglobal.net Or by calling 906-360-2891

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Fabulous home or cottage on beautiful, semi-private Horseshoe Lake in Southern Marquette County. Excellent swimming and fishing in this spring fed lake. This one owner home is situated on 165 feet of frontage and 4.5 acres woodlands with a landscaped yard. The Sellers have lived here year round, but this could also make a lovely second home or cottage. $199,900 MLS# 1101069

2534 Co. Road KB, Big Bay

Contact Rob Sullivan Associate Broker, Office Manager Cell: 906-362-3337 Office: 225-LAND (5263) RobSullivan39@hotmail.com

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11 Acres, County Road KB, Big Bay Eleven acres of mature hardwoods in Northern Marquette County with 330 feet of Lake Superior frontage in Powell Township near Big Bay. This parcel is located on a County Road that is well maintained and privately plowed for year round access. The Lake Superior shoreline is rocky and there is a high bluff that limits access, but provides dramatic views. It is a 1 ⁄ 2 hour dr i ve f r om Mar quet te an just 20 minutes to Big Bay from this location. If more acreage or a cabin is desired, there is an adjacent property available that would provide a total of 22 acres, 700 feet of Lake Superior shoreline, and a nice cottage with a garage. $69,000 MLS# 1101117

Contact Rob Sullivan Associate Broker, Office Manager Cell: 906-362-3337 Office: 225-LAND (5263) RobSullivan39@hotmail.com

Northern

Lake Superior waterfront cottage in Northern Marquette County on over 11 acres of nice mature hardwoods. The cabin is tucked below the high ridge on a shelf near the lakefront and is in great condition. This unique setting is just a 1/2 hour drive from Marquette. An additional 11 acres can be purchased if desired. $169,000 MLS# 1101134

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Michigan

Land Brokers

Bob Sullivan

Associate Broker/ Owner

Rob Sullivan

Associate Broker, Office Manager

Brian Olson

Associate Broker

Nathan Brabon Agent

Sue Feldhauser Agent

Charles Drury Agent

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