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Inspired by Willow: Who is Willow?

Posted on August 27, 2012 by

So often its REALLY hard for me to pick out a favorite author… or a favorite book by a favorite author, Chautona Havig is no exception.  I think I go in spurts with her books.  Right now, Past Forward, is … Continue reading →

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Frugal gift idea’s…

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

I confess, I get very uptight when it comes to “handmade/homemade” gifts.  I don’t just want to make something just so I have something to give.   I LOVE finding that “one” special gift that I think the recipient will love.   … Continue reading →

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Been busy lately~

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

Along with getting bigger by the day hour,  I have been making cards galore to put in my card box so I can just pull one out without having to wonder what I have… however, with 8 siblings of my … Continue reading →

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Creating a creative lifestyle….

Posted on January 17, 2012 by

One of the challenges I gave myself was trying to do a complete handmade year for gifts.  It will not always work out but by planning and thinking ahead I hope to have a really enjoyable time doing this and … Continue reading →

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12 Things I’d like to acomplish in 2012

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

In no particular month order (it’ll be whatever we can afford) 1. make Sushi 2. Make a Plarn re-usable bag -http://www.etsy.com/blog/en/2010/how-tuesday-how-to-make-plarn-crochet-an-eco-friendly-tote-b/ 3. Make Gluten-free noodles (I want to make my own noodles just once. My mother-in-law does the whole wheat … Continue reading →

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Potholders as a Christmas gift

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

It seems like its the year for handmade potholders!  I knew my mother-in-law was needing some new ones.  I tried to find coral fabric in my fabric stash, unfortunately I really didnt have any   Hopefully the darker pink will … Continue reading →

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The frantic last minute gift idea…

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

In the middle of finishing up my Christmas cookies, I was trying to finish my BIL and SIL gift that I need to get in the mail…. I did OCT this way because these are going to my BIL who … Continue reading →

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Handmade Christmas~ Post 2

Posted on December 17, 2011 by

Play dough- Recipe thanks to Angel Navy Wife Blog Coffee Shop Fudge in a Starbucks Cup, Thanks to one creative woman A simple vest for my son who is always begging me to sew something for him.  Since he didnt … Continue reading →

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Coffee Shop Fudge Recipe~ A Christmas Tradition

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

I was trying to find my recipe for a friend and couldnt believe how much more improved I’ve made these without updating! Lemme start by saying, I still dont have a microwave and honestly, the chocolate comes out more dry … Continue reading →

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Handmade Christmas~ Post #1

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

With a new baby coming in the spring and a new van paid for but still paying for in repairs… We are ended up with a simple but yet fun Christmas.   This year I and the kidlets have been … Continue reading →

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