I am making baby sweater progress. However, the start has been a struggle. I haven’t knit much in quite a while, but a new baby is joining the family soon, so suddenly I am quite inspired. This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a small fee. This is […]
My never-ending obsession with books and crafts led me to this post on hand-made books. I can NOT tackle another craft now but I can dream. Perhaps this is best left until after the holidays when the cold winter sets in. Making books by hand seems like it would be a fine craft to try […]
I have a pin loom obsession. I freely admit this. It doesn’t matter if I can sell the end product or use it in another project. I have to keep making bookmarks, small coasters, large coasters, pattern work, plain weave & more. Posts may contain affiliate links. At NO additional cost to you, if you […]
Fried fruit pies are a tasty treat that reminds me of my Grandma’s kitchen. I had forgotten all about the tasty goodness of a fried fruit pie. You can make this recipe with a wide variety of dried fruit. I know many of you have an abundance of apples from the last of the season’s […]
A craft business is much more complicated than you might think. This post on work flow by Weaving a Life shows just how overwhelming it can be if you don’t stay on top of everything. When you add in a normal busy life and/or health issues it can become a nightmare. You must stay organized […]
Simply So Good’s No-Knead Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bagels look like a perfect fall treat. These pumpkin bagels appear to be more complicated than I think they really are. A lot of the time is spent raising the dough so you get a break or a chance to clean up before the next step. I hope […]
Chris Pavesic brings together two of my favorite things in this blog post. A delightfully simple almond candy recipe along with an excerpt of the book Can’t Stop the Music*, both by authors C.D. Hersh. This is the co-author team of Catherine & Donald Hersh, high school sweethearts who write separately and together. What unique books they […]
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 […]
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 […]
Instant Pot Eggs turn out perfect whether you are a first-time user or a seasoned pro. Hard boiled eggs & deviled eggs are a staple in this family. We eat them plain, chop them for salads, and deviled eggs are a much requested dish for family dinners. There are affiliate links in this post. If […]
