August 20, 2014
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Like many women in America, I struggle with weight and, in general, my overall fitness level, so I was intrigued by the title of the new book The Fit Bottomed Girls Anti-Diet. It is written by the founders of the … Continue reading
July 18, 2014
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My craft-room slash home-office is also the main room my cats like to hang out in, probably because I’m usually in there writing, grading papers, and making stuff. We have been planning to put in new flooring (as our 15 … Continue reading
February 1, 2014
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This was my desk at home on Friday. I don’t have Friday classes. Since I don’t have to walk into a classroom on Fridays, many assume that I have the day off. I mean – if you are a teacher … Continue reading
January 8, 2014
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One task on my holiday break to-do list was to get my home office organized. I would show you a “before” photo, but that would be way too embarrassing. Let’s just say “dang, girl, it was a hot mess!” As … Continue reading
December 26, 2013
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2014 has some big changes in store for me, beginning with a BIG announcement: December 31, 2013 will be my last day as the About.com Jewelry Making Guide. I have to admit that I have very mixed emotions about this. … Continue reading
November 23, 2013
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Except for maybe spinning, crafting tends to be a very sedentary activity. Then there is my day job. While I usually am on my feet when I’m teaching, much more of my time is spent sitting as I grade papers … Continue reading
March 30, 2013
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Admittedly, our laundry room is the smallest room in the house; in fact, I hesitate to call it a “room” because it is really kind of a hallway in between the garage and kitchen. There is just enough space to … Continue reading
March 25, 2013
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Spring Break officially starts for me today! As usual, I have a long list of stuff to do, most of which I won’t manage to complete: Meet up with friends and family. During the semester, I don’t have a lot … Continue reading
February 27, 2013
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Today it is about 70 degrees, and I can feel a little nip in the air because a cold front is coming. While the grass does not grow as fast as it usually does (which my husband is very thankful … Continue reading
February 12, 2013
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I sometimes get asked by readers who find this blog why I don’t write more here about jewelry making, my first serious crafting crush, versus all this fiber stuff you see all the time here. I would guess, even, that … Continue reading