I can’t knit. I once knew how to crochet, but I forgot, and I haven’t had the patience (or more importantly, the dexterity) to learn again. I satisfy my desire to knit and crochet by drooling over the beautiful scarves, sweaters, and wrist warmers I see on Etsy and arranging trades with people who know […]
Entries from February 2008
I Wish I Could Knit
February 21st, 2008 · 4 Comments
Have You Googled Yourself Lately?
February 20th, 2008 · 6 Comments
Generally, I think it’s a good idea to Google yourself every now and then just to see what you can find. Searching for your name, or the name of your business, online can be a helpful way to see what potential customers and everyone else is going to see when they look for you. Depending […]
Reusable Water Bottles
February 18th, 2008 · 11 Comments
I have been thinking lately that buying bottled water is not a very smart thing to do. It tastes no better than the tap water I filter through my Brita, it costs a lot more than tap water, and according to some things I’ve ready, it may not even be as safe as my tap […]
Tags: Green Living
A New Machine and a Finished Project
February 15th, 2008 · 4 Comments
What happened to this morning’s post? It was delayed, because I was happily sewing away on my fancy new sewing machine! It was time to retire my good old generic home ec machine and bring in the new Baby Lock Creative Pro. So far, I’m loving it.
This afternoon I finished up a tote bag for […]
Tags: Totes · Sewing · Bags & Accessories

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