Category Archives: Reading

knitting

Posted on Friday, January 29, 2010 by Regina Lord

I made some little knitted flowers from a book I got at the library.  It was fun making something small and quick. I was able to practice decreasing. I now know what k2tog means–so exciting! I used some yarn scraps … Continue reading →

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Holiday Reading

Posted on Friday, December 4, 2009 by Regina Lord

We went to the library today in search of some really good holiday, before bedtime reading.  Get you in the spirit stuff.  We were lucky.  I usually can’t find any good holiday books this time of the year. Here is … Continue reading →

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AED ~ finished owls and my new book

Posted on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 by Regina Lord

Here are my finished little owl ornaments for Amy’s Ornament Swap. Yay! They are done and not even due until Dec 4th… I think. Yes, yes December 4th. I am never done early for an Amy swap. I would have … Continue reading →

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taking it easy

Posted on Friday, October 30, 2009 by Regina Lord

butternut squash potage ~ recipe found HERE I have felt on the verge of getting sick for the last several days.  Mostly I’m tired with a bit of sneezing. No flu symptoms, thank goodness.   I’ve been working really hard to … Continue reading →

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more good reading

Posted on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 by Regina Lord

I bought the Green Craft Magazine over a week ago with my 40% coupon at JoAnn’s.  It was hidden under a bunch of other magazines so I was thrilled to find it. I couldn’t resist, especially after seeing it on … Continue reading →

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books I’m reading, food I’m eating

Posted on Thursday, September 3, 2009 by Regina Lord

Thanks for the kitty love. Mr. Cat has been hanging out with us a lot. I woke up this morning with a horrible sharp pain under my right shoulder blade. UGH! It’s been gnawing at me all day so I … Continue reading →

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Potions

Posted on Friday, July 31, 2009 by Regina Lord

herbal vinegar, for use as hair rinse and facial astringent I’ve been making my own shampoo, herbal vinegars and face scrubs.  I feel a little bit like I am making potions. A little Felix Felicis or Pollyjuice potion would be … Continue reading →

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Pillowcase Challenge

Posted on Monday, March 2, 2009 by Regina Lord

I finally got my hands on this book, Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose a Pillowcase.  After seeing Michelle post about it, I had to get a copy and share my excitement. Thank you Michelle for sharing:) I did … Continue reading →

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Breaking Bread

Posted on Thursday, September 4, 2008 by Regina Lord

Want some?  It’s so good. Piping hot, fresh from the oven. The recipe is from the Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day.  I finally broke down and bought it.  I kept dreaming about fresh bread and not paying $4-$6 … Continue reading →

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Lotta Inspiration

Posted on Friday, August 15, 2008 by Regina Lord

I bought Lotta Prints recently and am in love with her simplistic designs. The book is aesthetically pleasing, page after page, with loads of great ideas and stencil patterns.  After thumbing through this book I was inspired to make another … Continue reading →

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