A trip to the coast

A trip to the coast

Every time I visit the coast, I’m awed by the mass of water stretching to the horizon and those penetrating waves crashing along the shore in unison.  This time, my daughters had the opportunity to experience the sea.  I only wish the day had been warmer.  The tide had been higher.  And the wind wasn’t so biting.  But thank God for wool in winter … Continue reading »

Getting ready for Passover

Getting ready for Passover

This year, Passover begins Monday March 25th at sundown so there’s plenty of time to prepare. This day shall be to you for a memorial, and you shall keep it a feast to the LORD: throughout your generations you shall keep it a feast by an ordinance forever. – Exodus 12:14 The first year we celebrated Passover, I … Continue reading »

Butterick B4722 pattern review

Butterick B4722 pattern review

Often times when viewing a sketched pattern (I chose skirt D), it’s hard to imagine the end result.  At least for me it is, which led me to underestimate this cute, little pattern.  I didn’t think it would turn out this well.  Adding ruffled lace at the bottom definitely helped (my only alteration).What I like … Continue reading »

Signs of Spring

Signs of Spring

My family and I went for a stroll the other day and I was able to capture these beautiful tulips blossoming.  I love how Spring is in the air.As we walked along the grass, the idea came to take a photo of myself walking.  Glad I did.These are my ‘Anne of Green Gables’ boots and the fabric of … Continue reading »

Color Flow… a decorating idea

Color Flow… a decorating idea

I love decorating but creating smooth Color Flow has been a problem for me – mainly because I like color, ADORE fabric, and have a hard time picking a favorite.  So after purchasing different ‘favorites’, I’d come home to find no coherence.  But I found a tool to help!First, some important thoughts on Color Flow: “Limiting your home … Continue reading »

Workout Motivation

Workout Motivation

My hubby and I currently resemble two grizzlies – lots of fur (yes, I need to shave my legs) and plenty of belly fat – accumulated during the long winter months. So it’s time to get motivated and work out. To do this, I found some motivating reasons and quotes. Motivating reasons to exercise: 1. … Continue reading »

Make-up brush roll

Make-up brush roll

For all you Sewing Divas and Beginners, here’s an idea I found that’s worth trying … the make-up brush roll.  Some great tutorials can be found here and here (the second one looks super easy).  Mine took a little over an hour to complete.  Fits easily inside your purse, for on-the-go touch-ups. Happy sewing!

The Fabric Look… updating the kitchen cabinets.

The Fabric Look… updating the kitchen cabinets.

The average cost for kitchen remodels is $15,000 – $20,000.  In some states, that amount can reach $45,000.The most cost-effective way to spruce up any kitchen would be to paint.  Whether it’s walls or cabinets, paint will transform your kitchen into a whole new look.  And though time consuming, the cost of paint will dramatically … Continue reading »

Dubble Bubble

Dubble Bubble

The short history of Bubble Gum:1848.  John B. Curtis made and sold the first commercial chewing gum called “State of Maine Pure Spruce Gum”. 1888.  The Thomas Adams Gum Company introduced the very first vending machines to the United States. They were installed on the subway platforms in New York City and sold Tutti-Fruiti gum. … Continue reading »

Liebster Award

Liebster Award

My first Blog award!!  Woohoo!  The honor came from Ya Gotta Have a Hobby.  Thanks SO much! The Liebster award is given to up and coming bloggers who have less than 200 or so followers.  What is a Liebster?  The meaning: Liebster is German and means sweetest, kindest, nicest, dearest, beloved, lovely, kind, pleasant, valued, cute, endearing, … Continue reading »