Five Frugal Things -- Hydrangeas & Poppies
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1. I sold a $20 silk scarf that I listed on eBay back in March of 2021!
Yes, you read that right, it took five years to sell! I want you to
remember this...
You Don’t Know It Till You Know the Original
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There should be a German compound word for the emotion you feel when you
encounter a famous thing and realize you’d never actually seen it until
that momen...
How to Request Free Gold IRA Kits Online
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Photo by James Hose Jr on Unsplash Retirement planning has expanded far
beyond traditional stocks and bonds. As economic uncertainty and concerns
about ...
The Standard Tax Deduction (Updated for 2025-2026)
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Are you tired of paying more taxes than you have to? Do you wish there was
a way...
The post The Standard Tax Deduction (Updated for 2025-2026) appeared ...
You Have TOO MUCH Stuff!
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Do you park in the garage or in the driveway? Do you have stuff sitting on
the floor in any room of your home? Do you have things stored in other
pe...
What Our Food Budget Looks Like In 2026
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I don’t think you’ll find a place across the globe that isn’t impacted by
ever increasing food prices. Canada ranks particularly high with regards to
food ...
My Unexpected Journey to Hormone Replacement (TRT)
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As a man of Science, I’m supposed to hide my enthusiasm about this somewhat
controversial subject, and instead direct you only to the peer-reviewed
studies...
Who needs a college degree anyway?
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I think that in many cases a college degree is a waste of money! I do
believe that university educations should only be for a select few. In
particular I d...
Designing your life
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I am obsessed with the film *Everything Everywhere All at Once*. From the
moment I saw the trailer, I knew the movie was meant for me. I was right.
The f...
Someone Took Out a Loan in Your Name. Now What?
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[image: Distraught woman paying her bills at home]
Identity theft wears many different faces. From credit cards to student
loans, thieves can open differ...
5 Ways Gig Economy Workers Can Save for Retirement
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[image: Man saving for retirement in the gig economy]
We are in the midst of a major economic shift. While workers in the past
could expect to keep a sta...
How to Protect Yourself From Credit Card Theft
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[image: protecting yourself from credit card theft]
Last fall, I received an email that appeared to be from my web host. The
email claimed that there was...
How To Tithe Correctly And Still Get Wealthy
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The following is a guest post from Debt Free Doctor. Whether you're a
Christian or not, the simple act of giving makes you an overall better
person and it'...
A Proper Goodbye!
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I have been searching for the right words to write this post. I'm still not
sure I have found them. But, I don't like unfinished business so I'm just
g...
Taco Chicken Mac
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This is a quick dish, for some of that shredded chicken in the freezer.
My kids love taco *anything*, so this works for a quick fix after a day in
the ga...
From Fence Slat To Fairy House
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Dealings With Fairies by Joy T. Tending her fairy house Almost every day,
Little Sister asks me why we can’t move back to Florida so she can be with
her be...
Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (March 2-8)
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A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal
plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All
recipes include macros and Weight Watcher...
Irish Pancakes
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This Irish pancake recipe is your new St Patrick’s Day savory potato
sensation, where a clever mix of fluffy mash and shredded potato creates a
perfect g...
Hope to Talk to You Soon!
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Greetings, Ladies,I have missed talking to you but never sure if the world
really needs to hear me nattering on about sewing and art and
home-schooling you...
An Honest & Unbiased Weleda Skin Food Review
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Weleda Skin Food is often described as a miracle cream in a green tube, but
marketing can only tell you so much. After lots of real-world use (over 13
year...
Make Your Own Book Tracker Bookmarks
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I am so excited to show you how to make book tracker bookmarks! If you love
to read and are looking for a way to keep track of the books you've read,
you...
February ~ Cocooning in The Humble Bungalow
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Thank you for all your comments and emails from my last post.
I took time off to be quiet, stay at home and just relax.
In preparation for Surgery.
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The Cage Was Never Locked
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I saw a quote the other day that said something like: “Mid-life is when you
finally do the things your sixteen-year-old self wanted—but stop
apologizing ...
Shamrock Shake Pie
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This Shamrock Shake Pie is a cool, creamy no-bake dessert that tastes just
like the classic minty treat everyone loves. With a fluffy green filling
poure...
Positivity and looking ahead
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Hello everyone! Daphne and I are outside enjoying a coffee on this late
summer day. It's starting to feel a little like autumn.
And I am feeling so muc...
Healthy Fettucini Alfredo
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[image: Fettucini Alfredo]
[image: Fettucini Alfredo]I am thrilled to share with you this recipe for
healthy and light, but still very creamy Fettuccine Al...
The blog is closing
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I shouldn’t have reopened my blog. I should have gone with my instincts and
just disappeared. There have been so many new visitors since I reopened but
ver...
The Snug
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It’s a tiny little room tucked in the corner between the laundry room and
the guest bathroom. We call it the snug. Last week on Instagram I shared
this r...
Funny 6 7 Valentine’s Day Cards
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If you have an elementary-aged kid, chances are you’ve already heard it:
“Six Sevvven!” Welcome to the viral slang moment that has completely taken
over ...
When I Don’t Want to Try Again
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When the local church feels hard and you don't want to attend anymore, what
do I do?
The post When I Don’t Want to Try Again appeared first on Jen Schmidt.
Light in Darkness
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I stopped in the lobby to get a coffee at Starbucks. Around me, nurses in
scrubs grabbed their to-go orders. Bright Christmas music played over the
spea...
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Terra Trevor is an essayist, a memoirist, a contributor to fifteen books,
and the author of *We Who Walk the Seven Ways: A Memoir* (University of
Nebrask...
Cheesemaking and sourdough workshops
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I came across an advertisement recently for cheesemaking and sourdough
workshops presented by Elisabeth Felkonia from Permaculture Real Food. They
will...
Merry Christmas
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Hello dear friends! Just wanted to jump on here to wish you all a very
merry Christmas. And to thank all of you that sent warm wishes my way.
Such lo...
Kids gift guide: Toys under $20
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It’s especially hard nowadays to find affordable toys they will actually
play with, but I think I’ve got some winners here! Here are some tried and
true ki...
String Up Some Magic: DIY Dark Academia Banner
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This article is from the October 2025 issue of Illumine Magazine,
originally written by Krystal Jade from Cozy Aesthetic Vibes There’s a
quiet kind of al...
How Do You Remove Rust Stains From Vinyl Flooring?
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Have you spotted those stubborn, reddish-brown rust marks on your vinyl
flooring? While vinyl flooring is renowned for its durability and ease of
maintenan...
The Best Laid Plans
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I do a lot of garden planning and record keeping. Not because it’s strictly
necessary, each gardener comes to the task with her own style, preferences
and ...
The Radical Homemaker Blog is moving!
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The Radical Homemaker Blog is moving to SapBushFarmStore.com! Over the
coming months, we will slowly be migrating years and years and years and
years of ...
The Mix
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Two posts in two days….I guess I’m excited to be back on the blog!
But, seriously, I snapped a couple of pics for the gram and thought maybe I
should sha...
Easy Cast Iron Cleaning: Maintain Your Skillet
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Cast iron cookware is a staple in my kitchen, and if you're like me, you
treasure these pieces for their durability and versatility. But let's face
it, c...
Countdown to Turkey Day The Soft Menu Plan
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Welcome back to Countdown to Turkey Day, where we are getting ready to host
Thanksgiving without overwhelm. If you are just checking in, so far, we
have th...
Gentle goals for January
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I'm returning to setting monthly goals in 2023. I used to enjoy setting
monthly mini goals and then reflecting on my progress towards the end of
the mont...
Favorite 5 – Organizational Tools
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LWSL & Co. Favorite 5 It seems crazy that it’s fall already, but we can
help you get organized for everything that fall brings with our top 5 Fall
Organi...
~ Garden Potting Bench
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An oldie but a goodie to start off Spring!
Is this just the best use of old junk you've seen in a long time? Kirk
(kirkus in WA) posted this on Garden W...
Things Fall Apart
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Things fall apart and suddenly you don’t know how you got there. I mean,
there have been signs. Signs that you ignored or failed to register or
perhaps wer...
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6 Ways To Transform A Cereal Box
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Does your family go through a lot of cereal? Instead of tossing those boxes
in the trash, why not put them to good use. Here are 6 fun ways you can
transfo...
Little Lavender Pillows
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Little lavender pillows, sewn from squares of beautiful fabric and filled
with fragrant dried lavender flowers, make simple and lovely handmade
gifts. Litt...
DIY Sliding Closet Door
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A while back we did a lot of work on our teen boy's bedroom closet which
included widening the doorway to allow for a large, built-in storage unit.
His roo...
A New Calf and Other Happenings
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Baby Asher made her way into the world without a hitch on the night that a
bush-fire had caused havoc, just over the hill from us, earlier in the day.
It...
Cheap and Fun Hobby Ideas for Teens
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This list of cheap and fun hobby ideas for teens may work for anyone teen
who's looking to have more fun all the while expanding on their current
abilities.
HELLO THERE!
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Hello everybody!
Sincere apologies for my absence! I never intended to stop blogging, but
life got busy and blogging fell by the wayside!
Sadly I think I...
Food security 101 - Backwoods Home Magazine
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Food security 101 - Backwoods Home Magazine:
A great look back at a series from my friend Rowena
We have recently had a large home repair, and I look forw...
Roasted Corn & Veggie Quinoa
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[image: Roasted Corn & Veggie Quinoa]
An easy and versitile way to cook quinoa. This is a great vegetarian summer
recipe, perfect as a main meal or as a si...
key west house tour {colorful and fun}
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You know that saying “it is a riddle, wrapped in an mystery, inside an
enigma”? I feel that is the only way to describe my brain sometimes. Like I
try re...
Perfect Presents For the Chickenista In Your Life
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There are some things you won’t buy for yourself, but you would totally
love to get as gifts. You know, either they’re a little silly or just for
fun, or a...
Autumn Gardening
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It’s a good time of year for produce with brocolli ‘Marathon’ cropping…
plus Cavola Nero which is Winter hardy and there’s still time now to sow
seeds indo...
June ’18 Country Living Magazine Read-Thru
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I’ve already confessed that I have a deep addiction to the colourful and
glossy pages of magazines – I can’t think of anything not to love about
relaxing ...
What I Tell My High Schooler About College
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It turns out that kids get older. In fact, they get so much older so fast
that my oldest is about to enter high school. There’s something about high
school...
What I've Been Enjoying
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The library's sale shelves. I've gotten some great stuff for very little,
and I enjoy supporting the library. I try to stop and check at least once a
we...
Emergency Preparedness 101
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Emergency Preparedness: Dramatic events occur year round so we thought it
was a good time to stop and remind our readers to consider their plans and
supp...
Closing a Chapter in the Story of a House
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December, 2006: It was very late in the afternoon and already dark when we
left the title office. It was snowing again, in great big flakes. Too late
to st...
May Day
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Photo taken in April 2008, our first spring on the farm here in
Kentucky–nine years ago now! *May Day* by Sara Teasdale
A delicate fabric of bird song
F...
Zero Waste Travel – What to Pack
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Ever wondered what I take with me when I travel?
In this video, I share the contents of my travel bag for a short trip
overseas -links below.
Scouting Vuillard
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[*Nature morte au bougeoir* (*The Candlestick*), Edouard Vuillard, circa
1900.
Oil on millboard. National Galleries Scotland. Larger view here.]
This po...
How to deep clean like a minimalist
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Why not start your deep cleaning with an area that you enjoy using? It's
easy to postpone deep cleaning when we think we must do the whole house at
once in...
Pasta with Caponata
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Elinor has always been an enthusiastic eater: very slow, excruciatingly
tidy. “She would eat a whole fish, using her knife and fork, and leave only
a tiny ...
Baked Pumpkin Cheesecake
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I grew up with pumpkins and squashes being a staple in our household during
autumn and through into winter. Mum used to store pumpkins, and with some
varie...
That’s Just a Part of It
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I find myself saying these words all throughout my days to an emotional
little boy and a toddler girl who is growing in her flair for the dramatic
every da...
Most Important Meal of the Day
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I've been finding lately that by the time I get the kids dressed, fed, hair
done, shoes on, teeth brushed and ready to go out the door, I have barely
ha...
The Duldrums of Winter
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There really isn’t much to winter in the garden, except the muddly slog to
the coop and back to bring in the eggs. Luckily my hens are responding well
to h...
Planning for Christmas
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I love to give gifts. I wish that I had so much money that I could just
hand out fabulous cashmere scarves and gloves to every person I meet.
Unfortunately...
Creamy Chicken Taco Cups
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A delicious, delicious appetizer that takes almost no time at all, save
for cooking the chicken. Throw in whatever ingredients you have on hand -
if you h...
Lambs Liver Paté
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Our freezer is a chest freezer. They are great for carrying capacity, but
things do get lost in them. No shelves, you see, therefore no order does it
have...
Bedside Clutter
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*The time to relax is when you don't have time for it. ~ Sidney J. Harris*
I love walking through furniture stores. There is something about
envisioning...
Dumpster Diver Barbie
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I just found these old photos of a Christmas present to some dear friends–
the premier model, you know you want it, of DUMPSTER DIVER BARBIE. All of
Barbi...
Why We Return to the High North
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The Quiet ThreadIssue No.10 – Why We return to the High NorthStories from
our home at 682.5 metres above sea level The light is slow There is a
particular ...
Small Bathroom Ideas That Make a Big Impact
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Find practical small bathroom ideas, including clever storage solutions,
decor inspiration, and space-saving renovation tips for small bathrooms. If
there’...
Favorite Books & Authors
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I’m an avid reader. I prefer contemporary fiction, but read anything that
strikes my fancy.I can’t remember all of the authors I’ve read, but I’ll
start by...
Everyday life while convalescing...
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Well, February is almost over, and this week I played around with my Makers
Journal, adding two new pages to show some of what has been made this
mont...
Sashiko mended Ash jeans
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I’m so excited to final share my Sashiko mended Ash jeans with you! I
worked on these over a year ago and it’s taken me that long to edit my
rambling vid...
Another Log Cabin Quilt
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I have another Log Cabin Quilt to share….it isn’t the first, and I’m sure
it won’t be the last. I love Log Cabin Quilt Blocks. I love them so much we
rec...
Baltimore 2026! Days Away!
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This coming Friday, February 20th! It’s the first day for the American
Craft Council’s Baltimore Craft Show. I’m finishing up a few last pieces,
then packi...
If Fuzzy Wuzzy was a Bear
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I saw this fabric on StyleMaker's site and all I could think was what a fun
and cozy vest this would be over a turtleneck.
Cozy Checkered Teddy Sherpa
*S...
Craft Film Club: February Film Choice
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[image: picnic at hanging rock]Did you watch January’s film (How To Make An
American Quilt)? I’m about to add a bunch of chatter to this post’s
comments in...
New Classes Posted
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For those interested in attending a class, I have a French Jacket Class
available from Monday, April 27 through Sunday May 3, 2026 in Palm Beach
Gardens, F...
Learn to Sew: Free Online Sewing Classes
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What’s the Project? Looking for an easy way to learn to sew from the
comfort of your own home? These free online sewing classes will walk you
through the...
How I Use Swatches for Planning
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Readers, After writing the other day about How Big Things Get Done, and the
virtues of assiduously planning that multibillion-dollar megaproject you’d
alwa...
How to Make a pajak with Karolina Merska
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*Vendor: *Selvedge Magazine
*Type: *Craft Projects
*Price: * 0.00
Polish folk art pajak are delicate handmade chandeliers traditionally
crafted by wome...
Giorgio Armani 1934-2025
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This is a sad day – the loss of a classic tradition. Armani held the line
to fashion style that was beautiful, flattering, easy to wear, and always
styli...
Goodbye from typepad, hello new blog
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Oh my! I have been trying not to get too upset about this as obviously
there are far worse things that others contend with in this world, but I am
so very ...
2025 Workshop Dates
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Hey everyone!! Just dropping in to share my 2025 workshop dates 🙂 🗓️ 2025
WORKSHOP DATES 🗓️ Alter + Repair Your GarmentsFriday, March 21,
2025 Pintuck &...
Closing: Historical Sewing School
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Hi my costuming and sewing friends! As life changes in its ebb and flow, it
has come time that I close the online Historical Sewing School with the
sewing ...
Petunia Skirt PDF sewing pattern and Tutorial
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FEATURES:A petal skirt pattern with a front button placket and a waistband.
The skirt features a gathered petal skirt to the front with a high-low
style....
Sewing: A Seriously Fun Meditation!
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There’s an old Zen proverb that I love. “You should sit in meditation for
20 minutes a day unless you’re too busy, then you should sit for an hour.”
I’m on...
May Manton 6599 - Boy's Base Ball Suit
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1910. This patterns seems to have been advertised in the newspapers only in
1910, but appeared in newspapers across the country, from St. Albans,
Vermont...
Lilac Forever Vest
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With a slight mod to the knitting pattern, the Forever Vest becomes a
near-perfect sleeveless turtleneck sweater
The post Lilac Forever Vest appeared fir...
Men’s Vintage Lounge Clothing
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Today's post Men’s Vintage Lounge Clothing from Vintage Dancer.
What did men lounge in in the mid century? Pajams and lounge clothes were
one in the sam...
I am Patterns - Irma Dress
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I was busy scrolling on my phone when I saw the most beautiful shirt dress
pattern. The Irma Dress and Shirt by I Am Patterns. This pattern company
wa...
Making the Cut: Part 1
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Many thanks to the readers who suggested I write a post about the clothes
that made the cut when we moved. Her suggestion compelled me to study the
good, t...
The Best Free Potholder Pattern!
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[image: the-best-free-potholder-pattern]It’s not like there is a lack of
potholder patterns out there in the universe. BUT, we have been making
things ou...
Life Update and Fall Sewing
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Well, it looks as though it has been almost 11 months since I updated my
blog. Life just doesn’t slow down! I’ve been happy and busy working,
gardening, ...
Belated Blog Updates
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Welcome to my longest blog break ever? It’s been ten months since I’ve
posted here (March 2021), but I have some good reasons. If you follow me on
Instagra...
Summer 2021 updates!
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Readers, some updates -- it's been a while!
While I haven't been blogging lately, I have most definitely been sewing
and buying fabric -- more of the latt...
The Best Golf Hitting Mat
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Rate this post Are you a fan of playing golf? This might be your favorite
sport that you play on a weekly basis. If you don’t have time to go out to
the ...
Face Mask Holder
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With face masks being a reality in our daily lives, I found myself trying
to figure out what to do with my face mask when I was out and about, and it
w...
FO: Harper Culottes
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This week has been a welcome distraction from the current reality or our
world. I’ve been digging into the wonderful new book, Sewing Basics for
Every Body...
The Time Has Come–Finally
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Before proceeding, I sincerely hope all of you are well and safe. I don’t
want to dwell on this, but I acknowledge that this time in our world’s
history is...
A Bed for Buddy Bear
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SHB#2's favorite things right now are the colors pink and purple, flowers,
butterflies, ladybugs, and taking care of her best friend, i.e. a stuffed
bear a...
Boilers and Radiators
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You know how when you plan a big home renovation you know it is going to be
totally worth it, but know before you get to the amazing finish there will
b...
Leather Knot Earrings: My Very Fist GIVEAWAY!
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Hello Everyone, and welcome to anyone who is just discovering me. I saw
these knot earrings on Pintrest and I just had to have them. Making these
l...
Nothing to See Here. Move Along…
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Thank you for visiting. All posts on this blog are now inactive. Please
update your links to
https://gorgeousfabrics.com/blogs/gorgeous-fabrics-blog There ...
Easy Monster Eye Cupcakes
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How to make easy monster eye cupcakes with lollipops for Halloween parties.
Click over to my website for the full details and more great ideas.
The Boatneck Top
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I am finally wearing my new silk boatneck top that I started in 2018 with
Susan Khalje.
That tuck disappeared during the day. Back in 2017 when a group of...
By: Emily
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Thank you soooo much for this website!!! I am self-taught but love learning
professional technique and strive to sew everything properly. This website
has ...
2019 Spring Fundraiser
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*HTLA's Annual Spring Fundraiser 2019!Saturday, March 16th, 2019 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm @ HTLA.*
*All students, parents, and community members are welcome to...
Macramé Dress
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This is not a new sew but I never blogged about it. Probably because
there’s not much to say, since all I did was the usual FBA, here on
princess seams. Bu...
· April Showers ·
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For our trip to Europe a few years ago, I knew I'd need a lightweight
water-resistant coat. I toyed with the idea of making my own, but the
fabric I fo...
Veruca Salt Dress
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[image: IMG_2472]
Every year we perform a musical and one of the highlights for me as a
theater mom and seamstress is I get to make costumes! I love sewing...
Ahem.....
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I've become one of those people who has to say: "Sorry I haven't posted
here in a while, but I've been busy on Instagram."
I'm posting there fairly oft...
Sew My Style – July
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Guys, let me introduce you to my lovely niece, Isabelle! Here she is
modelling her very own handmade blouse. I’m totally biased, but she is the
absolute ...
Summer date night style in ASOS petites
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[image: summer fashion floral skirt outfit petite style blog]
ASOS scuba lantern skirt 0 regular (runs small; also in petite), ASOS blouse
00p
Saint Laurent...
Closing This Chapter For Worn Through
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Worn Through officially celebrates ten years this month, and with reaching
that milestone, I am suspending production in its current form. In 2007 I
was a ...
Frugal Homeschooling At The Library
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Source: AnveshPandra Never overlook the library. Besides books and
magazines, most libraries also have audio tapes, videos, computer cd’s and
toys. Plus li...
Australia Trip Nostalgia
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I've been back from my whirlwind Australia trip for two weeks, and it was
so fabulous that I feel the need to sit down and write a little recap.
Overall...
Garden Jacket with Simplicity 8298
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I set out to sew a simple jacket I could wear outside this spring while I'm
gardening. I wanted to look granny chic. True to form, I turned a simple
jack...
THE LIFE-CHANGING MAGIC OF SLOW SEWING!
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After too many years to count of speedy sewing, trying to get things *done
quickly**,* I have become enamored of slow sewing. Why? For one thing, I
don't r...
Houndstooth Quilt
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The design process can be an interesting one!
I remember one time in Bee Blessed we decided to make arrowhead blocks.
For some reason, when I looked at t...
Strata Cowl
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This is my first proper make using Tunisian crochet. It’s really a stitch
sampler cowl because I wanted to try out lots of stitches, but was a bit
fed up ...
Tutorial - Director's Chairs Update
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[image:
http://www.libbyslifestyle.com/2016/09/director-chairs-spring-update.html]
Choose a sturdy fabric in a delightful pattern
Tutorial at Libby's Life...
Lately - Gratitude, Life, and Sewing
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It's been over a year and so much has happened! Firstly, I want to say
THANKS to all of you. You have all been SO SUPPORTIVE of my posts,
particularly th...
First Newsletter with Moving Sale
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Well Sewists my move is your gain. I'm offering a flash sale. Everything in
my Etsy shop is 50% off with the coupon code enclosed in this email:
http://...
Cape blazer sewing pattern
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[image: Cape blazer 1502 header image]There’s simply no denying it – cape
blazers are a hot trend. They are everywhere – celebrities are wearing
them, st...
Rustic Mantle Beam Install and Drywall
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR HOUSE BUILDING POSTS!!
We hired out the drywall.
But before the crew could come we had a few custom projects to do ourselves.
RUSTIC MA...
Visit my new blog at MarcyTilton.com
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I invite you to visit my new blog at MarcyTilton.com. Over time, we will be
migrating the best current content on this blog over to my new blog. Happy
se...
Crochet Mouse DIY Cat Toy {Free Crochet Pattern}
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[image: free crochet pattern diy mouse cat toy]
[image: free crochet pattern mouse diy cat toy]
If you have a kitty at home he or she will most definitely n...
Vintage Fancy Dress Dogs
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I've certainly never got so much joy from a Daily Mail article before, but
look at these beauties.
These are Vintage Dog Show Photos. And this picture does...
Switching to Wordpress
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Pattern Scissors Cloth is moving! I've been thinking about doing this for
a while, and have finally decided to make the switch to a Wordpress blog.
Here'...
Na Hulu Ali'i
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The full name is Royal Hawaiian Featherwork: Na Hulu Ali'i - it is one of
the current exhibitions at the de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park.
I was in The ...
Hungry Zombie Cometh Home
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Okay, so I know I dropped off the face of the Earth without so much as a
"smell ya later." What can I say? Sometimes life gives you lemons,
sometimes it ...
how to create your own outdoor sanctuary
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With all the stress and strain of everyday living, it's never a bad idea to
have a place at home where you can just relax and unwind away from it all.
An o...
Super Easy Overlocker Oven Mitt. Method 1
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I teach Overlocking classes (that's a Serger to our American friends), and
I'm always looking for new ways for this machine to make itself
indispensab...
Vintage Drafting and Sewing Books now on Evilbay
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All of the things are on ebay now. Also, the last of the Nani Iro double
gauze. Big ups to everyone that bought stuff over the past couple of
weeks-you hav...
Earring Organization
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Well, well, well. One year without posts and here I am, breaking the streak.
Lots has been going in life, obviously. I'm finishing up medical school
this M...
Sparkly New Blog...
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Hi everyone, I have decided to put all my blogging and online activity in
the one place from now on, over on my website.
Its just easier for me to manage ev...
Moving Day!
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Guess spanking just moved the kettle, so stop by and check where I will be
flowing how I like. We can sit upturned!
slightly very shortly coming
*www.ake...
Live, Love, Laugh - 1
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As I'm sitting here writing this post I'm feeling slightly frazzled and
after making some notes about everything that has been going on this week
I'm hardl...
Happy New Year
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I would like to wish all of my lovely blogging friends a happy and
healthy New Year. We have had a wonderful Christmas time with our little
grandson and fa...
It's Not Neon Yellow In Real Life
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Yesterday morning, I finished the muslin and then pinned and tucked the
fabric until it fit the way I wanted and then I transferred those changes
to the pa...
A Quilty Finish
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Last Friday, a special package arrived from Spoonflower.
Have you ordered from them? You can print your own designs on all kinds of
fabric and they've bran...
Shingo Sato Designer part three (Trompe L’oeil)
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Another post about an inventive design by Shingo Sato, but this one is not
as long as the previous one. Trompe L’oeil which is French for Cheating
the Eye...
Meet the family
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Okay, so sewing machines are not actual family members, and I don’t give
them names (but no judgement on those who do, I am lousy with names at the
best of...
Small cat wallhanging with jeans
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You may have noticed I like working with denim. I like it a lot. Hence the
knitted jeans bath mat, jeans belt and jeans Sashiko slippers I made
earlie...
Lace Sleeved T-Shirt
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Hello Everyone! The summer has raced by and I am not sure where all my time
went. Before it ended I did manage to finish another project to share
inspired ...
Leather Knot Earrings: My Very Fist GIVEAWAY!
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Hello Everyone, and welcome to anyone who is just discovering me. I saw
these knot earrings on Pintrest and I just had to have them. Making these
l...
Do You Remember Tent dresses?
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This is my cute little granddaughter on Easter Sunday wearing her favorite
dress. I'm sure it's her favorite because first, it's polka dots, and
second, i...
Sewbox at Ally Pally 11-15 Oct, 2017
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We are getting ready for, and looking forward to, The Knitting & Stitching
Show at Alexandra Palace from 11-15 October, 2017 to which we will be
bringing l...
NEW SITE LIVE IN 1 WEEK!!!!!!
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Let the official countdown begin, friends! The new site is finally ready to
be unveiled…in JUST ONE WEEK! *Cue ALL the jumping for joy right now.*
Thank yo...
Earth Day Thrift Swap
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It started with a text and a link to a YouTube video. (Terra, I apologize
now if you only end up liking the accessories.) My friend Terra, TheReuser
on FB ...
Clothes for breastfeeding and babywearing
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If you have landed directly on this page, please read my simple guide to
maternity clothing first. Clothes for feeding • Have a practice and decide
whether...
Printable Non-Candy Valentines For School
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via Sweet Muffin Suite
My son's class has a no candy policy for valentines this year. Luckily, I
found these cute little printable arrow valentines that...
While you were gone...
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Hello. I was reading a post by one of my favorite bloggers, Peter Lappin of Male
Pattern Boldness about blogs that disappear and no reason is given.
So I t...
drop-shoulder top tutorial
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Yeah, I know I missed my dress-per-week thing. I haven't finished it - I
underestimated the amount of time it would take, and so here we are. I'm
going t...
Jewellery Trends for 2026
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Jewellery is the icing on your sartorial cake. Accessories can elevate an
outfit with ease, which is why I wanted to share two great videos on the
2026 ...
Getting and Spending: Subscriptions and a purchase
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As a new-year's cleanup, I cast a beady eye on the subscription services
line in my household budget, which had ballooned like sourdough starter in
the b...
SHEDDING YOUR SKIN?
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*The year of the Snake is coming to a close and we are anticipating the
Horse galloping into our lives as we journey on through February* *and the
Chines...
Sometimes all you need is a navy roll neck
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[image: Sometimes all you need is a navy roll neck]
On a couple of separate occasions recently, I’ve met a friend for coffee or
a walk and we have both t...
Right now
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First: let’s just pretend the winter of 2022/2023 didn’t happen, yeah?
Excellent. Good riddance. Right now, I’m sitting in my apartment with the
windows ...
Video: My Last 5 Beauty Purchases
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I was recently asked by a beauty journalist ‘What were the last 5 beauty
purchases you made for yourself (not your kit)?’I thought It was such a
great qu...
A New Page
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One of my greatest joys in life is watching the people I love grow into
themselves. But while we can be so attuned to the people around us, and
cheer the...
Planning A Seasonal Capsule
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[image: Planning A Seasonal Capsule]
After years of writing about minimalist wardrobes, I’ve realised everyone’s
idea of what a capsule is looks quite diff...
Purchases in April 2017
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You might have seen my video of the thrift shopping haul, and if you have,
you know I've spent 665 DKK on 10 items of clothing, a pair of shoes and
three n...
Winter 2017 Trend Alert: Regal Glamour
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Today I was inspired by the most fashionable and glamorous woman I know to
write about a trend that has been in the making for a few years now and is
abou...
New Year’s Eve Style Inspirations: Lingerie Guide
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Need some style inspiration for the biggest soirée of the season? Start
building your look with these high impact French-approved looks. THE LOOK:
Mysterio...
Investing in a few fine pieces
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If I have a minimal wardrobe, each basic must be investment-quality. This
cashmere sweater meets my criteria of an investment piece: it is well-made
by a ...
MandS Spring/Summer 2014 Collection
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I know we have just enjoyed the unveiling of the Autumn/Winter 2014
collections however I for one am currently contemplating my well worn
winter 2013 ward...
Creating an On-the-Go Beauty Kit
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Even low-maintenance beauty routines need a few touch-ups during the day,
so if you are currently in the process of streamlining your product
collection ma...
2012 Oscar Fashions…What Was Hot, What Was Not?
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It is that time of year again where armchair fashionistas everywhere put on
their best tiaras and tune into the Superbowl of red carpet events…The
Oscarʼs....
Les Soldes Hermès à Paris
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Deux fois par an, Hermès propose, avec un rabais de 40% à 70% (40% pour la
"soie", 70 % pour le prêt-à-porter), certains articles des collections
passées....
Odds & Ends: February 27, 2026
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Matterhorn by Karl Marlantes. The founders of Huckberry gifted me this book
over a decade ago, and it sat on my shelf unread until a few weeks back
when ...
Nip Slip? The Ultimate Guide to Inverted Nipples
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Inverted nipples face inward rather than outward. Though usually harmless,
it’s best to check with a healthcare professional to get shy nips the
all-clear....
A Month of Reflection
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By Leo Babauta We’re entering the last month of the year, and for many of
us, it’s a darker and quieter season. It’s the perfect time for reflection.
I l...
The Dark Side of Perfectionism
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Growing up, we all want to be accepted. For some of us, we work hard at a
project, making it perfect in our minds, and when we receive praise for it,
we ...
Elizabeth Street: 1912
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*We're starting a series that digs into the Shorpy archive to revisit some
old favorites. This Lewis Hine photo was originally posted on February 27,
2007....
The sights and sounds of Bhutan
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Stories from my visit to the mysterious Himalayan kingdom
The post The sights and sounds of Bhutan appeared first on Wait But Why.
A Few of Susan's Favorite History Books from 2018
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Susan reporting,
Earlier Loretta shared a few of her favorite nerdy-history books, and now
it's my turn. Instead of research books, I'm going to recommen...
Alive at Midday
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Amidst startling bursts of floral colour, and in spite of the white heat,
dozens of finches, some dull, brown bird, parakeets and squawking myna
birds fli...
The Lads of Moor and Tyne
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Today was the culmination of five year’s work as a new First World War
memorial was unveiled in North Shields. When, in 2011, my friend the
irrepressible ...
Terry L. Griffith
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Very sad news ... Terry L. Griffith, Oklahoma City historian and writer of
three basic books on Oklahoma City's history, died on Christmas Day 2014.
I nev...
A Sea of Santas ...
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Last Sunday was one of those crisp, sunny December mornings you pray for if
you have an outdoor event to go to. That was not the story a few hours
earli...
Andrew K Touchstone
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I was shocked and saddened to read on The Trad that Main Line Sportsman had
passed. He had just left a comment on my latest post the night before he
died. ...
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"Let us cross over the river, and rest under the shade of the trees."
last word of General Jackson
Indiciative of the problems encountered attempting to r...
well hello
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Hello dear reader. I know. I know. Thank you for all the messages and
your concern. I've been at odds with this blog for a year now. What to
do, ...
The Heart of the Home
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*At the risk of appearing controversial, which is certainly not our
intention, we have never regarded the kitchen as the heart of the home nor
as somewhe...
My NEW Book
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Dear friends,
I have wonderful news: my new book The Daily Connoisseur's Guide to Living
Well at Home is coming out November 18th from Hoffman Media'...
Welcome to My New Newsletter, Mature Content
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My new newsletter has finally launched! It's called Mature Content. It's a
newsletter about lifelong learning, where I offer tools, insights, and
resourc...
Fantasie Suite
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PANORAMURALS by Justyna, Poland Allo friends, how are you? It’s been a long
time since I’ve had a chance to get to the blog and as always, remembered
how m...
Grandma Pat and Trixie
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Here is my latest shoot for Advanced Pets featuring the always gorgeous
Grandma Pat and Trixie. By the way I just started selling prints and totes
on Soc...
Un Chemisier, Hers & Mine
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An exceptionally pretty blouse may not be something we think about when
setting out to refresh or add something special to our wardrobes, but I
maintai...
Renovation Stories: The Bedroom...
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This has been a looooong time coming. A very long time. Much to my
frustration. But I really struggled to get every detail in this room “just
so”. Number...
Post-Corona Dreamin’
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There’s no way to sugar-coat this. Despite recent easing of restrictions
in some States, the last seven months have been extremely difficult on all
of u...
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February 2020 Day Trip to Philadelphia
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I took a day trip to Philadelphia on Monday, February 3, 2020. I had a
fantastic time! From a professional gel manicure to a delicious Italian
meal, it was...
Colour Story: Montreal
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Tweed skirt, old JCrew, Hermes scarf. We'll be heading to Union Station in
Toronto next week to hop on a train to Montreal. It's a girls trip with my ...
Puppies and Patriots
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*Puppies and Patriots*
Say hello to George!
I know, I know, three dogs is excessive. But we'd been keeping an eye out
for a playmate for our gentle gia...
That Modern Appeal
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BEST KNOWN FOR PROVOCATIVE PAINTINGS THAT CHALLENGED ACADEMIC TRADITION and
marked the start of modern art, Manet's work is also characterized by what
c...
The Disappearing Act of Muriel Perry
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Seldom do we encounter a living person who seems to have come from nowhere.
Granted, this introduction was partly by accident and part of a literary
study,...
Terraformed – A Poem
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CN: Sexual Assault It seems like roughly every 5 years a poem writes itself
in my head as I cycle home. The last time this happened, when a small boy
cat-c...
Happy Holidays!
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Christmas will be here in just three days. That sure happened fast! Have
those of you who celebrate Christmas finished all your holiday to dos?
Yesterda...
Another Quilt Post! (It’s Long!)
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I know, you’re sick of me posting about my quilt collection, but this time,
I decided to do something about it. In this post from July, I had some
images o...
AN ORANGE AND PINK COLOR STORY
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[image: Ruffle Midi Skirt]
OUTFIT DETAILS: SKIRT | BAG | TEE | SANDALS (all piece are now on sale!)
This week is really bad for my wallet! I go through pe...
Macramé Dress
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This is not a new sew but I never blogged about it. Probably because
there’s not much to say, since all I did was the usual FBA, here on
princess seams. Bu...
Disney World 2- Clothing, Makeup and Skin Care
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Anyone who knows me is pretty familiar with my extreme lack of favor for
hot weather.
Nope.
Don't like it.
So the high 80's temps in Florida were obvious...
Current Projects and Updates
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If you follow me on Instagram you will find snippets of what I am up to.
If you aren’t why not? @cindyhattersley. Last week they came and
photographed o...
Grown Up Strawberry Shortcake Shake
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Once the weather starts to warm up every year, it’s time to catch up on the
things I’ve missed all winter long–creamy milkshakes, cold cocktails and
fresh ...
A Fresh New Look
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I have heard it said that a good rain shower is equivalent to offering a
fresh start. As if the showers are washing away what was and offering an
opportuni...
Who Owns What - Diane Arbus
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I have been reading the new Diane Arbus bio by Arthur Lubow. If you want a
detailed review of the book check out this New Yorker review. This is my
own a...
When Artists Act Like Brands.
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Can I get away with this? Tiffany blue, Hermes orange and now Kapoor black?
I've been mulling over news reports from a few weeks ago that British
artist An...
Reposting favorite older posts
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I'll be reposting some of the older posts that have gotten lots of comments
and check-ins. I think a lot of these are actually pretty useful and still
curr...
Dear P.E. Teacher
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“Your family isn’t very athletic, is it?” My sisters and I have lived
with those words for decades, thanks to a thoughtless P.E. teacher many
years ag...
Goodbye to Bliss
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What? She’s back to just to say good bye? Kind of looks that way. But
let me explain… …Yes, I left you hanging months ago, I know. And more than
likely...
Which animals are used to make vaccines?
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[image: Dr Schreiber gives a typhoid innoculation in 1943 (NKCR-USG)]Animal
products form part of many vaccines. Additional animal products are used in
the...
Other people’s bedrooms
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I’ve always loved my bedroom space, as a private refuge and retreat, and
from a decoration point of view it’s just important as the sitting room.
Not just ...
Making the most of seasonal produce
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By Jenny Part 1 Our household doesn't grow much food – our small garden has
a very prolific lemon tree, which I love, lots of herbs (parsley, mint,
oregano...
DIY bird watching kit for kids
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I haven't posted anything in a very long because, well, frankly ....I
haven't sewn anything ...but also because I focused on my other blog: Non
Toy Gifts. ...
The Next Chapter
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If you regularly visit this blog, you'll notice my posts have been rather
sparse of late. I think about blogging a great deal, but quite frankly,
there's j...
Style Essentials for Women Over 50
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At 25, it's easy to shop for clothes and almost everything looks great on
you. Youth forgives many faux pas, which are frequently seen as creative
and c...
Life on the farm: Cock-a-Doodle-Boo-Ho
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As I've often told you, there is no shortage of heartbreak on the farm to
balance out the intense joy and deep sense of happiness we often feel from
shari...
Behind The Smile...
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*Photo Credit*
How wonderful to be lost in one's own thoughts. This is where I found
myself when I was asked, "What's behind that smile?"
This made me sm...
Gøteborg Sweden and the tale of two sons
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Gothenburg in the 1790s
I have been revisiting Gothenburg in Sweden. I go several
times a year and am always charmed by its wide boulevards,
green-ba...
How to Wear a Modern Vintage Dress
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[image: October 25 2011 075.1]
What can you do with a modern vintage dress?
Easily as basic as a little black dress, this little brown number from the...