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Pattern Tutorial

Remember the book I mentioned I needed to read “A is for Apron” by Nathalie Mornu?  I loved the material in it, not to mention the 17 patterns that were included.  The patterns are on 8″ x 8″  pages and … Continue reading

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Winter – Brrrrrr

It has been several years since we have had a winter as cold and icy as 2009 ended and 2010 is showing off in it’s first week.  Single digit temperatures, snow piles everywhere from the heavy snows last week. Perfect … Continue reading

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Sack Towel History 101

Recently I had an inquiry asking what are sack towels, what is the fabric like, do they wash easily?  It made me decide a little Sack Towel History might be enjoyable for everyone. Here are comments from AnnTheGram website in … Continue reading

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Vacation Has Ended

We hope all of you have had a wonderful holiday season and send our very best wishes for a 2010 full of love, joy and peace… I am not sure I am ready for the holiday to end but reality … Continue reading

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Holiday Venue

Though it has been busy, the pleasure, fun, and excitement of sharing Christmas with so many family and friends makes the flurry of activity during the holiday season well worth it. The first Christmas gathering was with my brothers and … Continue reading

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Christmas Lists

I love it because my grandchildren still make Christmas list for their Mom and Dad.  Now the two I am sharing are not little children, they are 13 and 9. Here are just a few of the items on my … Continue reading

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Grandma’s Apron

I love aprons, they remind of my childhood.  They automatically conjure up memories of a kitchen filled with the aroma of bread baking or canning season and me and my Mother filling the jars.  I have sold almost every apron … Continue reading

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Yummy Cheesy Potato Soup

A tradition in my home in cold weather is potato soup.  My children love, love it.  Easy to make and easy on the pocketbook. My recipe:  4 medium white potatoes, peeled and cubed bite size 1 bunch of green onions, … Continue reading

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Apartment 309 Bathroom Makeover

Pretty incredible that my small apartment has provided me with a great deal of enjoyment already in just trying to get the basic decorating in place. Today the bathroom.  One of the things I loved about this apartment complex besides … Continue reading

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Holiday Apron Tutorial

I was invited to participate at Fave Crafts in their presentation of sewing tutorials for the holiday. I took an apron already in my supply of inventory and here is the result.  Click on the link to view: http://www.favecrafts.com/Holiday-Sewing/Holiday-Apron-Tutorial var … Continue reading

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