Hufflepuff Quiz #2

A fun little quiz with a prize for a lucky Hufflepuff:

1 Which is your favorite book in the series (and why)? I liked The Sorcerer's Stone, just because it was the beginning of an amazing era.

2 If you were taking Owls, which class would you get an E in? Would you get any Ts? I think I will E in Charms but T in Herbology (black thumb here).

3 Who is your favorite character (or characters) in the Harry Potter series? I love Mamma Molly, and Luna Lovegood.

4 If you had to pick 1 character for a roomate, who would you pick and why? Who'd be your least-favorite to have as a roomate? Hermione would be a terrific roomie/study partner to help me! As much as I like Luna, I wouldn't want to room with her .. too many Nargles!

5 Hufflepuffs are a hardworking bunch, but also a bit mischevious. Which Hogwarts professor would you most like to prank, and how would you do it? Snape, maybe a fake loveletter (but PRAY never to get caught)

6 Favorite DADA professor? (from the books, Lucius does NOT count :) Professor Lupin - such a sweet man inside (and my future husband according to the latest quiz)

7 Favorite magical creatures? (Also, if for example you like a certain creature in general, but not how they are represented in the HP canon, feel free to elaborate :) Centaurs have always intrigued me.

8 What is your favorite food in the HP universe? Which food or foods would you like to try in real life? Do you have any recipes to share with us ;)? "pudding" they never elaborate, but I love a good pudding.

9 Broom, floo powder, portkey, or magic carpet? I would prefer a portkey, fast and clean.

10 Since we're Hufflepuffs... Yellow or Black? Basic black.

Snitch found .... not by me

Grrr, I'm so disappointed. I was ON the blog it was found but didn't look in old enough posts (May for goodness sakes)!! Plus, I'd love to know if it's been posted a while. I just read her entire personal blog about a week ago because we live in the same metro area when we're not in school!!!
I think I saw the snitch there before and didn't know what it was. Well, I DO NOW.

I need a nap. Hmmph!

Hunt is on!

I'm so tired! I've been searching non-stop for the snitch since 6:30am this morning. Now, I think it's not been released yet. I found several clues in comments thanks to Emma but I'm getting tired already. I'm hoping off my broom for a few minutes for a time out!

Quidditch ~ Round One

1. At the beginning of the book, Cornelius Fudge is talking to the Muggle Prime Minister. Which member of the Order of the Phoenix has recently been found dead?
c. Emmeline Vance

2. What animal does Bellatrix Lestrange kill when she and her sister, Narcissa, are going to see Professor Snape?
b. Fox

3. What time does Professor Dumbledore collect Harry from Privet Drive?
b. 11:00 pm

4. What did Professor Slughorn transform into when he was trying to hide from Harry and Professor Dumbledore?
a. An armchair

5. What grade did Harry get for Herbology?
a. E – Exceeds Expectation

6. Herbert Chorley, the Prime Minister’s Junior Minster, has been entertaining the public by impersonating which animal?
b. A duck

7. What is Professor Sprout’s first name?
d. Pomona

8. What is Dumbledore’s idea of ‘a few words’?
d. nitwit, oddment, blubber and tweak

9. Who is Marcus Belby’s famous uncle?
b. Damocles

10. What is Snape’s mother’s name?
b. Eileen Prince

Pictures

Narcissa
Snape
Bellatrix
Professor Sprout
Professor Dumbledore

Duel is ON

By the end of my first hour crocheting, I made it to Round 13 on the Divine Hat. Even though I swatched and was spot-on, I must be using less tension than the pattern 'cause it seems a little big. We'll see how it goes; I'll start again if need to. It appears that no matter what I'll finish tonight and it will be a race to the post office.

Dear diary,

I just got the sweetest email from my dueling pal, Pren from Gryffindor. It was my first contact from other housemates besides those in charge and felt special. I shared with her how I'm feeling a little lost and bewildered 'cause I'm a bit shy here at Hogwarts but am looking forward to our little duel. I didn't share with her that I feel bad 'cause I'll have to kick her butt in the duel. That wouldn't have been polite.

She was worried about pet hair. The Masters asked so I answered, but I just don't worry about it since I love animals so much. If I get sneezy, I take an antihistamine!

I will have to let all my future partners know I'd like something in HP colors if it's in their stash (wool if possible, due to static); otherwise, go with what is owned. I also made my true confession about my head: it measures 22" 23" around, and I think that must be very large for a girl cause the last two hats I've been sent only fit my DD. I keep telling myself it's because I have a full, thick mane but I'm afraid I just have a freakishly large noggin, very similar these Muggle Bratz dolls. I have monster-sized feet, too, but at least mine stay attached.

I really can't wait until the dueling crochet hat pattern is posted so I can get started! I will go to church in the AM, so hopefully I can get it finished before then. ;) Two hours should be plenty of time.

On a different note, I haven't made ONE house meeting or celebration or anything. I'm always caught in another class or detention or doing an odd-job around the castle; maybe some day I'll get to hang with my classmates!

Hufflepuff House Quiz

1. Do you knit and/or crochet? Crochet is my craft. I've learned to knit several times but still don't quite have the hang of it. I'll keep trying ... I'm only 43 so there's time!

2. How long have you been at your craft? Since a child ...about 35 years.

3. Do you spin? If yes do you use drop spindle or wheel. No spinning yet.

4. What is your favorite color? Red is my favorite.
5. Do you have any other hobbies? Sewing, reading.
6. What are your favorite yarns/fibers? I love bamboo, and also feltable fibers.

7. What are your LEAST favorite yarns/fibers? Novelty yarns.

8. Are there any yarns that you’ve been eyeing and wanting to try? That new stuff made from corn sounds interesting.

9. What are you currently working on? Some amigurumi cupcakes and a new felted crochet entrelac purse/bag pattern. Warming up for this weekend's duel.

10. What is your favorite Finished Object? (Pictures are welcome.) Felted Brach's Bag; and Girl Scout Cookie Scarf

11. Are there any knitting/crochet techniques that you would like to learn? Hairpin Lace Crochet
12. What is your favorite type of book or movie? romantic comedies, culinary mysteries, fantasy
13. Who is your favorite person at Hogwarts? I really like Professor McGonagall
14. Favorite class and/or subject at Hogwarts? Transfiguration
15. How many family members do you have? hubby, three grown kids, one 9yo daughter and a cat
16. What is your favorite Fall activity? being able to use the fireplace
17. How many projects do you have on your needles/hook? always 5-10
18. What is your favorite type of footwear? at home, cozy socks and slippers. I like the style of Dearform ballet slippers but mine are too narrow for my fat sz 10 foot. At work, I wear comfy flats.
19. What is your favorite beverage of choice? cold-diet Pepsi; hot-soy hot chocolate or soy chai
20. What is your favorite part of Half-blood Prince? Every time Harry says he's Dumbledore's man through and through.

Huzzah Hufflepuff!!

Your result for The Harry Potter Husband Test ...

Mrs. Lupin

Your perfect HP man is Remus Lupin.

You like a nice, kind guy with a bit of a fierce streak and you don't mind if he comes damaged. Sure, he may take some convincing since his self-esteem's so low, but once you win him over, you know he's yours for life. Unless of course he has an attack of "I'm not good enough" and runs away, but luckily he's also good at making friends who will push him back into line if necessary.

(Art by Gold-Seven http://gold-seven.deviantart.com/ Used with permission.)

Take The Harry Potter Husband Test at HelloQuizzy

Questionnaire Homework due Sept. 16, 2008

Potter Name:
Lavender Ollivander

Rav ID:
CrochetCupcake

I am allergic to:
Animal hair

Pets that I have:
indoor/outdoor tabby cat named Ollie

My favorite yarn:
Bamboo and feltable fibers

My favorite flavor:
Anything cherry or berry

My favorite holiday:
Christmas

I would like to receive a: Surprise Me Kit - they all sound great!

List your favorite brand of needles or hooks, including size and length:
For hooks, I prefer in-line hooks made from natural materials. I am not familiar with knitting needles since I'm new.

Is there a brand that you are dying to try?:
Check out this hook and this one .. they look like wands! For needles, I've heard that KnitPicks interchangeables are wonderful.

I've participated in HSKS:
This is my first year

Do you have a birthday during this swap? If so which day?
Nope -- May 30 for me

From Houses of Hogwarts - Hufflepuff

Hufflepuff

Loyal. Dependable. True. Just.

What an honor to be sorted into Hufflepuff! The house based on values and virtues over simply deeds. Not that the Hufflepuffs don't do anything worthwhile, it's just that here importance is based more on how you are, not what you do. Hufflepuff is all about acceptance. Since when is that a bad thing?

In Hufflepuff, there is a fallacy that the members are simply average, not good enough to get into the other houses. This is most definately not so. Just because Hufflepuff doesn't discriminate against people for not being good enough (or brave, smart, and ambitious enough), does not mean that the entire house is full of wimps, as people seem to think. While, yes. hard-workers are most likely to enter Hufflepuff, this does not mean there aren't other qualities. The fact that Helga Hufflepuff will take "all the rest" can and is seen as a bad thing, by some.

A Hufflepuff is loyal to their friends, trustworthy and patient, and often hard-working. One need not to fit all the criteria of a house to belong it it, nor not have any of the other House's values.

Last, I hope I need not remind you of Cedric Diggory, the one champion chosen for Hogwarts, over all the cunning Slytherins, brave Gryffindors, and clever Ravenclaws. You'd do good not to doubt Hufflepuff.

HSKS Questionnaire

Sign Up Questionnaire
What Hogwarts house have you been sorted into? What are your second and third choices? Hufflepuff, 2nd Gryffyidor, 3rd Ravenclaw

List your favorite double-point needle brands, including size and length. Or would you prefer circulars? I'm open -- don't own either. I prefer some sort of wood if possible, interchangeables would be cool but VERY extravagent!

Would you like to try a new brand needle? If so, which brand? Size? Length? Partner's favorite. I'm new to knitting.

Do you have any allergies? animal fur makes me sneeze, but I still own an indoor/outdoor kitty

Do you smoke? no

Do you have cats? yes

Are you willing to send internationally? prefer US or Canada

What type of kit would you like to receive? Bag Kit, Sock Kit, Yarn Dyeing Kit, or Surprise Me Kit? Dyeing kit or bag kit (simple) Something crochet related would be my favorite, though

What was your portkey to get to the registration form? Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince book