Author: Gina

Catching up on my Weaving — weird weekends

Catching up on my Weaving — weird weekends

This weaving post by Weird Weekends caught my eye recently. It's a very happy read for all fiber enthusiasts, even if you aren't a weaver. The author has a unique sense of fun and delightment in his weaving. I love that he is introducing weaving to his friends and the younger generation. His blog also has some great stories about spinning, dyeing fibers and travel. I'm sure you will like it. If you enjoy it, please leave him a comment […]

Favorite Baking Tools 2018 Edition

Favorite Baking Tools 2018 Edition

I was shopping for a few replacement items for my kitchen. I thought this might be a common issue for others, so I created a list of my favorite baking tools 2018 edition. Why add the date? Well, since my favorites change over time as I try new products, I decided this might be a post for myself and my readers to revisit occasionally. This post has affiliate links. At NO additional cost to you, if you click an affiliate […]

September 16 - 2018 Newsletter Links

September 16 - 2018 Newsletter Links

Here is your copy of the September 16 - 2018 Newsletter Links, in-depth details, images & more. If you aren't an email subscriber, you should sign up today. Subscribers get access to all this much earlier. If you are only a blog reader, you may miss out on many of the specials as they are time sensitive. Check the bottom of any post or the sidebar to sign up today! Now on to the September 16 - 2018 newsletter links […]

I recommend 10 picture books every adult should read | Penn & Paper

I recommend 10 picture books every adult should read | Penn & Paper

I love a good book with the potential for learning as well as entertaining. I recommend 10 picture books every adult should read by Chelsea Pennington of Penn & Paper. It serves that purpose quite well. Please take a look at the post & maybe give a book or two a try. I love Prudence the Part-time Cow.  You will probably find several of these in my future reading lists. "Even when you're "grown up," you still have a lot to learn. […]

Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs (Easy Peel 4-4-4 Method)

Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs (Easy Peel 4-4-4 Method)

2026 Update: This remains my favorite method for hard-boiled eggs in the Instant Pot. The simple 4-4-4 method (4 minutes pressure, 4 minutes rest, 4 minutes ice bath) continues to give me easy-to-peel eggs that are perfect for deviled eggs, egg salad, and summer gatherings. Since I shared a deviled egg dip recipe in this week's Friday Finds, I thought this old favorite deserved a fresh mention. Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs (Easy Peel 4-4-4 Method) Instant Pot Eggs turn out […]

The Miracle of Reading — Myths of the Mirror

The Miracle of Reading — Myths of the Mirror

Reading with my grandchildren has far surpassed the joy I received from reading with my children. I did not expect this. Perhaps it's because as grandparents we appreciate life so much more now or maybe it's simply because we are not quite as rushed as we once were. Where before one part of the mind was always on household chores, meal planning, and schedules, now it's possible to simply enjoy the pleasure of a child curled up on your lap […]