Archive for December 2012
A Good Christmas
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from our house to yours! Here’s hoping you have a wonderful day full of family and fun.
Read MoreSpiced Molasses Cookies
This year I’ve decided to try several new recipes, for the holiday season. I’ve made Red Velvet Fudge – which is amazing, even if it turned out a little dry. It was totally the fault of my cooking thermometer though… I think I totally need a new one. I made some Subway style chocolate chip…
Read MoreHe Did It!
The Doctor! He did it! He’s saved us! We’ve all survived yet another predicted end of the world. I’m sure this is at least the 3rd one this year. So, I think it’s time that we all thank the Doctor, who always manages to save the earth (even if it is at the last minute).…
Read MoreFancy Feet
Thanks to a recent episode of Sewing with Nancy, I’ve decided I want to try out some fancy new feet for my sewing machine. I’m so glad I remembered to set my DVR. Apparently the local PBS thinks they should run the sewing shows at 6 o’clock on Saturday mornings. Crazy people. Don’t they know…
Read MoreBack in the Groove
It started with a squeak and with every stitch a new one. My machine is really due for a service. It’s to be expected with the large number of hours I’ve put on it recently. But the squeak wasn’t the only problem. The first major issue was when my bobbin started pulling multiple threads. That…
Read MorePastille Dress
I’ve been working my way through The Colette Sewing Handbook, and have just finished my 2nd sewing project – the Pastille Dress. The dress came out really well, and I learned lots of new techniques in the process. This project, being at the end of the chapter on fit, was a great chance to do…
Read MoreFashion Friday – Tights and Leggings
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of No nonsense for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. You know details make an outfit, but details don’t have to mean jewelry or belts. The perfect piece you’re looking for could be something much simpler – a pair of tights (or maybe some leggings).…
Read More3 Years and Counting
Matt & I have been married 3 years today.
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