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Cookie Magazine House Tours: Surprises and delights in New Jersey
By cookienesting, on Wed Aug 6, 2008 8:09am PDT
Melissa lives in New Jersey, while her best friend (and now sister-in-law) Lynne lives in Northern California. But although they live 3,000 miles apart, the women feel closer than ever. "We share the blog Sugar City Journal and an online shop," Melissa explains, "so we peek into each other's lives every day." Another thing the women share is a talent for adding lovely, unexpected touches to their homes. Melissa recently stole a moment to talk to us, while her three children napped, so let's take a peek inside...
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Cuddly Crochet Creatures
By heidiwd, on Thu Jul 24, 2008 2:13pm PDTThe word "crochet" may bring to mind images of old-fashioned afghans and dowdy potholders, but now there's a new breed of crochet patterns that put a fresh spin on the traditional craft. Tiny Yarn Animals: Amigurumi Friends to Make and Enjoy, crafter Tamie Snow’s latest how-to book... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (0) | Blog
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If only I could really sew: pinwheel quilted coasters
By Charlene Prince Birkeland, Shine staff, on Thu Jul 24, 2008 2:09pm PDTI like to try sewing projects because I think (or am disillusioned) that someday, just someday, I might get the hang of it. My grandmother was an amazing seamstress and I sat by her as she made gorgeous outfits and blankets and anything she damn-well wanted to make. One would think I'd inherited her mad sewing skillz. Nope.
Photo Credit: thelongthread.com
But I keep trying. And I've added this project to my list: pinwheel quilted coasters. Ellen over at The Long Thread makes it look too easy. But having made a quilt once, I know all too well that near-perfection is required when measuring and cutting those fabric blocks. Maybe she'll cut a sister a break and toss some up on an etsy shop.
See instructions here.
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find a husband
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Let the kids color the house
By Charlene Prince Birkeland, Shine staff, on Thu Jul 17, 2008 11:14am PDTThese color-your-own cardboard houses are one of my favorite birthday gifts ever for young kids. The house is easy to make, durable and large enough for toddlers and kids up 12 years old to play inside. They can use crayons, markers or even paint to decorate it --- inside and out -- and it will take... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (6) | Blog
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Weekend Project: Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich machine
By Charlene Prince Birkeland, Shine staff, on Thu Jul 10, 2008 11:10am PDTPB&J is the the easiest dish for kids to make. And parents too. But you know how some folks have to take it to the next level. And we love them for it. You need to check out this geeked-out contraption by techno guru, Brian, from My Home 2.0. It's an assembly line to for kids to make a little... Read More »
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