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Dreaming in Plaid
I love that we live in a world where so much sharing of ideas is encouraged and the availability of patterns and designs is so varied and abundant! Isn’t it amazing that you can type in what you’re looking for and so many ideas are right at your fingertips? I remember growing up and as I was learning to crochet I was given a few Leisure Arts leaflets where I would actually make every pattern in the book to try to learn and get as much practice as I could. I don’t think I would have believed it back then if someone would have told me how much would be…
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Klondike Village Collection: Sled Kids
I love the Holiday season and the way it makes me remember the nostalgia and magic of the holidays as a child. Counting down the days until Thanksgiving and Christmas, enjoying every day of the holiday break to the fullest and curiously watching everyone around me do the same. This collection, I hope, will be a lot of fun for holiday lovers and anyone who loves to recall the memories of the good old days of their own childhood holidays. It’s a big project but I’ll attempt to bring together a few of the many personalities of the season of magic and you might just recognize a few of them…
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Baby Ghost on a Swing
Haunt your house this Halloween with a baby ghost on a swing! Free pattern with tutorials and beginner friendly. Let’s get spooky!
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My Little Pretties Crochet Witches Hat
Perfect for a Witches night out, this easy to crochet Witches hat will be the perfect addition for the ever fashionable witch.
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A beautiful Pearl
When grit becomes a beautiful Pearl, it’s time to celebrate!
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September Cookie of the Month: S’mores Bars
When the leaves are starting to rust and there’s a crisp and smoky scent in the air, the timing is perfect for a cozy campfire where friends and family gather around and share memories and stories in quiet tones that erupt into laughter. I will always cherish these campfire moments and the treat that so often brings everyone together. S’mores of course! I couldn’t really do a cookie of the month every month of the year without including one of everyone’s favorites. If you’re not a fan of S’mores yet. Come to my campfire and we’ll make you a believer. This version is actually a bar cookie so there’s no…
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Happiness is a Fish Fry with Friends
The best things are shared with friends and loved ones, and a fish fry is no exception.
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Peaches and Cream Crumble Top cookies
Augusts Cookie of the Month highlights Peaches as the star of the show as they enter their crowning harvest season. This cookie starts with a Soda Shop cookie as the base. There are many recipes for these delicious cookies, so use your favorite one or follow the recipe below. If you love peaches as much as I do, these cookies might be about as irresistible as it gets. The soft and chewy sugar cookie balances the crisp, tartness of the Peaches, while the whipped cream frosting adds a rich creaminess and the sweet and nutty crumble topping brings a tiny reminder that Autumn is coming, so enjoy the last moments…
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The Perfect Party Sandwich for Every Occasion
Need to feed a crowd? Looking for great party appetizers? Want something simple and Delicious for a Holiday Gathering? What about if your kids or family are a little bit picky? Need to make something ahead to keep you your prep time simple? These amazingly delicious party sandwiches check all the boxes. They will keep your party planning simple and your guests will ask for the recipe. Trust me, you want to make these. Mini Baked Sandwiches 1 Package of Kings Hawaiian Rolls Deli sliced Turkey -Smoked Gouda Deli Sliced Black Forest Ham- Baby Swiss. Sauce: 2 Cubes Butter 4 TBSP Brown Sugar 2 TBSP Mustard, not dry 2 TBSP…
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Haleiwa, the surfer town of dreams
This summer, after a lifetime of wishing, our family was able to visit Hawaii for the first time. We spent a week on Oahu at the North Shore, and after hearing so much about what to expect and the many things not to miss, now we understand why everyone’s eyes light up when they talk about Oahu and the memories made there. I’ll share some of our adventures on Oahu here, and some of the experiences that we loved. Whether you’ve been for your first time or still hoping to make the trip, I hope you’ll enjoy the pictures and feel some of the Hawaiian magic. A Day in Haleiwa…