See my ice dyeing article in the Aug/Sept issue of Quilting Arts.
Tag Archives: cats
Goodbye Siddhartha
Well, I knew this day would come. I guess I was hoping it would be later on, but today we put my our sweet boy, Siddhartha or Sidd for short, to his final rest. Sidd was found by my friend … Continue reading
Christmas Idea #1 – Kitty toys
Last year I made cat toys for my friends with kitties. Our cats loved them so much that I thought I’d again make some for gifts. Before I start the tutorial I want to show you the quality control inspector. … Continue reading
Posted in crafts, fabric, Sewing, tutorials
Tagged cat toy tutorial, catnip, catnip toy, cats, craft tutorial, crafts
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Last Sunday in October
Yesterday was a busy day. So much still needs to be tended to outside, but I’ve not been feeling quite myself so I stayed inside and took care of some of inside chores. First on the agenda was to wash … Continue reading
Posted in art journal teaching, Cleaning, Cooking, Organization, Ramblings
Tagged art journaling class, cats, freezer organizing, organizing
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Happy Acres Colors
Everything is really popping here. I took several pictures in the past week and before I’ve had time to post, everything has changed. Last year I posted an iris count. Not sure I’ll do that this year, but will show … Continue reading
Posted in gardening, irises
Tagged asparagus, Candy Pop iris, cats, Cats Eye Iris, cherry trees, gardening, Happy Acres colors, irises, Pawpaw trees
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52 in 52: Evening
Lisa chose this topic for our picture this week in the 52 in 52 weeks Challenge. Evenings in the winter often consist of snuggling up under the quilt with hubby and the kitties. What does that word mean to you … Continue reading
This Moment – Sidd and Shel
{this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave … Continue reading
Back in the Saddle
Hubby and I just returned from a wonderful 10-day vacation to celebrate our third anniversary and to get away for some rest and relaxation. I’ll tell you more about the trip later, but must say that I’ve never read three … Continue reading
Posted in gardening, Ramblings
Tagged cats, Coop, Friday Night Knitting Club, lavender, lavender pruning, Ramblings, Rooftops of Tehran
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Feeding Sidd the pills and more
Sidd, my ole guy going on 15, went to the doctor several weeks ago. Dr. Jill recommended that we have a “Senior panel” done on him since he’s gone from a husky 17 pounder to 14 pounds. Now, that happened … Continue reading
Posted in products, Ramblings
Tagged cats, litter pans, miralax, pill pockets, Siddhartha
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Lessons all around us
I believe we can learn from a variety of teachers. For me, gardening has been a great teacher of late. From that love I have learned to accept those things I can’t control which included last year’s cherry-less trees. Since … Continue reading
Love them irises
Well, I am still counting them! I’ve used almost 100 tags so far which includes all of the duplicates. A lot of these were taken after it rained, which it’s been doing a lot here lately. Here is #22. This … Continue reading
