Normal or Not...A Game Over the past year I have spent a lot of time in waiting rooms, in hospital rooms, and in vehicles with various family members. During this time I learned a lot about my family members....I mean I thought I already knew practically everything about them but I was wrong! For example I realized that one of my brothers eats just like me...meaning that at a meal he eats all of one item before eating any of another item. I do the same thing...and I don't like my ... View the Post
How to Make a Harry Potter Magic Wand
How to Make a Harry Potter Magic Wand Last year I got the awesome experience to, once again, teach several periods of Reading Enrichment at my middle school. I love teaching reading almost as much as I love teaching art....and this magic wand project let me combine both subjects! One of the books that we read together as a class was Harry Potter so after our daily fluency drills, comprehension work, and phonemic awareness practice we spent some time creating our own magic ... View the Post
How to Make a Community Quilt
How to Make a Community Quilt I love my city. I love community projects. I love quilting. And, my position on our local arts board lets me combine the three in way that makes my heart sing. So, what is it that makes my heart sing? Aside from nachos, Dr Pepper, and evenings spent on the patio with my family...it is my ongoing community quilt project. This project started started during the Covid lockdown as a drive-thru quilt block pick up and evolved from there. Here's how ... View the Post
Sneak Peek at a New Play on Plaid PDF Quilt Pattern
Sneak Peek at a New Play on Plaid PDF Quilt Pattern Today I am excited to share a sneak peek of a new PDF quilt pattern that will be coming soon: The Play on Plaid PDF Quilt Pattern: I made this pattern so that I could have a quilt to take with me to Scotland. Yes, I take quilts with me on vacation. And yes I packed this quilt in my backpack across 4 different countries so I could take a picture of it on the grounds of Edinburgh Castle. And yes, I looked like a crazy person ... View the Post
On Flying the Nest :The Art of Homemaking
As I sit here, on a summer morning, surrounded by the quiet of an empty nest for today, I'm feeling deeply the bittersweet reality of motherhood. My children are growing up, and with each passing day, my role is changing. It's a transformation that's both exciting and heartbreaking – a reminder that our jobs as mothers are not only about nurturing children but also about letting them go. I remember those early days of sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, and tantrum-filled afternoons. It ... View the Post
Artisan Bread in a Dutch Oven Recipe (Fool Proof Recipe!)
This is the Artisan Bread in a Dutch Oven Recipe You've Been Waiting For! This recipe makes a perfect loaf every single time. This Dutch Oven Artisan Bread Recipe is designed to be easy to make, even for the most novice bakers. Simply mix the ingredients together in the morning, let it rise all day while you're busy with your daily routine, and voilà! You'll have a freshly baked, crusty loaf ready for dinner. The key to this recipe's success lies in its simplicity and flexibility. With ... View the Post
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