{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. Join in the fun here.
I’ve been volunteering in my daughter’s school library for over 4 months now. My job is to help the kids pick out books. Not to choose topics, but to help them locate different subjects and authors and to use a shelf marker when browsing so books stay in order.
I usually start with, “What are you interested in reading today? We have lots of books on [insert holiday] and [insert season].” There are usually a few takers on those subjects. Also popular are the usual suspects — Curious George, Scooby Doo, Clifford, Maisy — and the occasional requests for animals and fish. However, the overwhelming answer for boys is football and superheroes. For girls, it’s princesses and fairy tales. Continue reading »
I’ve been going through pictures from our East Coast vacation and thought I might do a few moments from the past month. This was on New Year’s Eve in Columbia, MD. I’m loving the sparkling white bokeh.
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My daughter and I have been doing a lot of reading, lately. I’m going to try and get caught up on my book reviews for the blog. Plus, I haven’t forgotten about the craft book giveaways. More of those to come, too!
Yesterday I started unraveling this sweater. When I detached the neck, I thought, “This would make a beautiful cowl.” I slipped it around my neck. Lovely. I doubled it up. Toasty. Continue reading »
I love this sweater. I found it at the thrift store during a 99 cent sale last year. The colors are so pretty: light gray blending into warm oatmeal. It’s a soft wool acrylic blend that doesn’t need to be hand washed. Continue reading »
Wow. I first posted about these muffins over three years ago. They have really stood the test of time. If my daughter had her way, we’d make a batch every week. With a seal of approval like that, I figured they would make good “in-a-jar” gifts.
Originally, I had planned to give each mix with the recipe printed on a little card. But after attending a local craft retreat, I was inspired to print the recipe on a potholder instead. (Thanks for the idea, Kaitlyn!) A few things: Continue reading »
It seems I have some crafty catching up to do. Remember when I told you I was making glycerin soap? It turned out awesome.
I made two different kinds. Here are my notes: Continue reading »
Last night I slept in my own bed and it was wonderful. I’ve been all over the MD/DC/VA area the past week visiting family and friends. No matter how much fun I have while away, it’s always nice to come home.
I saw this rainbow at the Cincinnati airport and snapped a shot right before we boarded our plane. I’ve been thinking a lot about this picture over the past week. Maybe it’s because while I was away, we ushered in a new year. I’m not one to make long lists of resolutions, but I have a feeling 2012 is going to be filled with creativity and inspiration.
It’s good to be back.
Well, hello! I didn’t intend for this space to get so quiet. December kind of wore me out. I’ve been spending a lot of time behind the camera lens. What has everyone else been up to? Happy 2012!
I’ve never played Angry Birds. My husband and daughter have, though. It’s not my first choice in children’s video games, but once my daughter was exposed to mean pigs stealing eggs, there was no going back. Continue reading »
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Julie is a freelance designer and writer. She has a passion for finding new uses for old, loved things, and will sew anything: sweaters, shirts, jeans. Nothing is safe if it fits under her presser foot!subscribe
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