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Crafts, knitting, inspirations, sewing and gardening are explored here
LATEST ARTICLES ( 510 )
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Kilkenny Cowl
Several months ago, Paula the Podcaster at Knitting Pipeline, mentioned that she was working on knitting a cowl. The name of the cowl sounded Irish (the Kilkenn... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Therapy Dogs International and a New Scarf
Last night was the third Friday of the month Sew-In party hosted by Heidi. She gives away a couple of door prizes, and everyone shows off their projects they... Read more
Posted on 23 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Sassy Water
Have you tried SASSY water? It is the next best thing since... fill in the blank... And it supposedly gets rid of belly fat. Ya think?This is what you need:8.... Read more
Posted on 19 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Beaded Bracelets
Now that I have been knitting with lots of oranges and red yarns, some bracelet bling in those colors was needed for accessories So I went to Michael Sellick... Read more
Posted on 17 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Wilhelmina Shawlette
One of the best digital downloads that I have recently purchased is the book What Would Madam Defarge Knit? (Creations Inspired by Classic Characters). Read more
Posted on 15 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Parasols and Umbrellas
This is a reposting from a favorite blog, It's About Time. Enjoy the pictures and go to the original blog posting for further information about the artists. Read more
Posted on 14 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Best Gazpacho Recipe and Apricot Cooking
Ina Garten showed off her best gazpacho recipe on Food Network. So I made it. Don't know about being the "best", but it was good, easy, and was said to take onl... Read more
Posted on 11 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Free Patterns for Caftans
Hot weather makes me want to shower early and put on a comfy, cool caftan. Caftans hearken back to the 70's when they were the rage, and for good reason. It... Read more
Posted on 07 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, LIFESTYLE -
High Water in Colorado
Driving over to Denver for the weekend holiday, I was amazed at the high water levels on the Colorado River. In Grand Junction, one local walking and biking pat... Read more
Posted on 05 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
July Pictures - July Poetry
"That beautiful season the Summer!Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light;And the landscapeLay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood. Read more
Posted on 02 July 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Vintage Seed Packet Images
Vintage seed packet pictures: an internet search came up with many good links. The beauty of Victorian ephemera is quite fetching, especially since all images... Read more
Posted on 30 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, GARDENING -
Headband for a Bald Head
This is called "headband for a bald head" and it should fit right into the wardrobe of a person without hair. And it took less than a day to knit. Read more
Posted on 28 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Referencing a Multi Talented Woman Blogger
For art lovers and those who enjoy beautiful images, please wander on over to It's About Time. This site will provide pictures and bio information about a... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
How to Make 3-D Decoupage
A little history about Paper Tole was found here:There has been much speculation of the origins of the craft of Paper Tole or 3-D Decoupage, as we know it today. Read more
Posted on 25 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME -
What WERE They Thinking?
Posted on 23 June 2011 HUMOR -
Good News!
Instead of linking to a care page, I'll just let my blogging buddies know what has happened to my daughter Julie over the past two days: She had her chemo... Read more
Posted on 22 June 2011 HEALTH -
Decoupaged Side Table & Chair
Greeting cards, get well cards, birthday cards, sympathy cards ... I cannot bear to throw them away because the sentiments, although sometimes just the garden... Read more
Posted on 21 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Summer Squash and Sausage Casserole
With tomatoes, squash and onions all now available, they are the basis of my favorite summer casserole. This recipe makes plenty, is easily reheated in the... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2011 FOOD & DRINK -
Cornices with Fabric Coverings the Easy Way
After more than a few years, our dining area windows needed a decorative face lift, not to mention a good vacuuming of the blinds. Read more
Posted on 17 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Mint and Jalapeno Jelly the Quick Way
Mint grows like crazy in our back yard.Mint jelly with lamb is OK, but how about a sweet jelly with a little more kick? Maybe adding a jalapeno would bring up... Read more
Posted on 13 June 2011 FOOD & DRINK