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Baby Sweater Progress | A easy to knit, sophisticated little sweater for baby to child

Baby Sweater Progress | A easy to knit, sophisticated little sweater for ba..

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 at no additional cost to you. I decided on a pattern. Although I love knitting Elizabeth Zimmermann's Baby Surprise Jacket, it just wasn't calling to […]

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Making books by hand: part 1 — Kate Davies Designs

Making books by hand: part 1 — Kate Davies Designs

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 on a snowy day while sitting by a fire. Tom Barr, a partner in Kate Davies Designs has written a wonderful 3 part blog series […]

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Pin Loom Obsession

Pin Loom Obsession

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 click & make a qualified purchase, I may receive a small referral fee. It all started a few years ago while making potholders with my […]

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Fried Fruit Pies

Fried Fruit Pies

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 harvest so I thought this recipe was appropriate. If you slice and dry those extra apples, you can have that fresh apple taste all winter […]

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Work Flow by Weaving a Life

Work Flow by Weaving a Life

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 & on top of every aspect of your business. This is where work flow is important. When preparing for a show, you can certainly get […]

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Simply So Good's No-Knead Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bagels

Simply So Good's No-Knead Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bagels

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 to give this recipe a try soon. If you make it, let me know what you think & if you have any tips. Enjoy! Thank […]

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