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Learn Painting Techniques Using Simple Watercolors
This watercolor painting of fish was done by my fourteen year old daughter who is taking a painting class once again! We've had a hard time finding someone as wonderful as her original teacher but in the end I decided to just pick the best option which at the moment is a teacher who was trained in Russia, so the process is quite a bit different from a teacher trained for example in the USA. Our piano teacher is from the Ukraine, and we are having great success with her, so an art teacher that also teaches with the Russian adherence to the importance of step by step will certainly…
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On My Hook, A Cozy Crocheted Mohair Cowl
Right now I'm in the process of whipping up a cozy crocheted mohair cowl, and thought my work in progress might just inspire you to indulge in some quick winter crocheting! One of my go-to neck warmers this winter has been my crocheted ribbed cowl, which is so practical and can be worn in so many ways, so I thought I'd make a more delicate and colorful version using this mohair blend yarn I just happened to spot in a clothing store in town. Just couldn't resist the aqua, and thought I'd mix it with the other blue for something a bit unexpected. The wide stripes are because Ijust can't…
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Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, the second party of 2017! I'll admit like so many others I too have been having a hard time getting back into the swing of creativity, but with lots of Jewish holidays to come, as always, I've got to get the ball rolling! Fortunately this little international get together is always a great source of inspiration and it is so wonderful to reconnect with you all! The features from last week's party are full of ideas for everyone, though I'll admit that crocheted cowl and those embroidered lavender pyramids are calling my name. That is all for now, because now the pots on…
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Homemade Almond Milk Tastes SO Much Better
Yes, indeed dear readers, there is no comparison between store bought almond milk and homemade almond milk, well at least not the various brands of almond milk i have tried. I have been making my own almond milk on and off for about five years, and lately for the last three or so months. You see I am eating a 90% plant based diet, and almond milk is my whitener of choice for that morning cup of coffee. Of course, coconut milk is also totally delicious, but quite high in fat, so not an option at the moment……sigh. What about soy milk you ask? Again, I have yet to taste…
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Cut Paper Heart For Quick Party Decor
Today I took scissors to paper to experiment with a few ideas for some paper decorations, and i came up with this simple way to make a really stylish paper heart in just a few minutes. I'm hoping to make a bunch of these to decorate the walls in one of my kid's bedrooms that is going to be a guest bedroom this weekend, and I'll certainly share it with you, if the results are noteworthy that is! So grab some colorful paper, or even some recycled magazine pages and lets get cutting!
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Plastic Animal Succulent Pot
Remember those golden giraffe birthday cake toppers from awhile back? Well anything hanging out for too long in my kitchen cabinet is fair game for a remake, so I now present to you golden giraffe succulent holders, which are just perfect to add a little humor to your home decor, or of course for your next party! And yes dear readers, I do realize that the little plant shown in the photo above is not technically a succulent, it is actually a baby from a bird's nest Sanseveira, but since you don't likely have one of those, succulents are the best choice! And by succulents, what I'm suggesting actually is…
