As a beginner quilter, I proved that I get by with a little help from my friends.
Wavy Borders: How My Friends Saved My Quilt
Appreciating Failure: Homemade Portable Pocket
My first sewing project in ages led to mistakes that I am grateful for.
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Saying Goodbye: The Magic of Facebook
Fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy stories often imagine what life would be like with magic, forgetting that in our modern world, there are plenty of miraculous inventions that seem magical in nature. I was reminded of this last week when I learned my aunt was dying. I wanted to write her a letter... Continue Reading →
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Why The Best Surprise Ever Still Makes Me Smile
When we were driving to Texas (nearly twenty years ago), Kurt made a surprise stop in Lafayette, Louisiana to show me something special. It was the Cypress Island Preserve on Lake Martin, an oasis in the midst of developed land, a rookery packed with wading birds. I was not yet an active birder, so I... Continue Reading →
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Handmade Holidays: Thanksgiving 2014
We had a quiet Thanksgiving at home this year with one friend as our guest. While the elaborate cooking always makes it feel like a celebration, I wanted to dress things up a little. My new focus on the handmade life had me watching for the things we did ourselves. First off, I took the time... Continue Reading →
