tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18243754310224621792024-02-19T08:29:04.030-08:00milkandhoneydesignsSarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.comBlogger242125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-22731221881393723862015-09-02T11:15:00.002-07:002015-09-02T11:16:45.428-07:00Pinteresting - Homemade Snickers<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Each weekend, the plan is to have one of the kids pick a recipe they want to make, and then continue until I have made my way through my pinterest board. This weekend it was homemade snickers. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here's the recipe I found from <a href="http://www.imperialsugar.com/recipes/desserts/candy/Homemade-Snickers-Bar" target="_blank">pinterest</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This was easy and fun to make. Really. No surprises, nothing crazy, just easy to make and yummy to eat. The only weird thing (and isn't there always a weird thing with recipes?), who has an 11 x 7 inch pan? I don't. 9 x 13 yes. 9 x 9, you betcha. Maybe I'm out to lunch, but I didn't have this size of cookie sheet, pyrex, or anything else. We made do with a 9 x 9 baking pan. I think it wasn't perfect because the chocolate wasn't quite as thick as the one pictured on her web site. But...that is nothing, no big deal, but thought I should share. These were yummy, and you should probably do the world a favor and go make some for you and your neighbors. They might need a little pick me up today!</span></div>
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<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup semisweet chocolate chips </span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">7 ounces marshmallow fluff</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup creamy peanut butter</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 1/2 cups <a href="http://www.imperialsugar.com/sugar-products/powdered-sugar/confectioners-powdered-sugar-box" style="border: 0px; color: #00529b; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Imperial Sugar Confectioners Powdered Sugar</a></span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup dry roasted unsalted peanuts</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">11 ounces caramels</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup heavy cream</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup semisweet chocolate chips</span></span></li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: none; margin: 0px 0px 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span itemprop="ingredients" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">Line an 11X7-inch baking pan with parchment paper.</li>
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<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">Meanwhile, in a clean bowl place marshmallow fluff, 1/4 cup peanut butter and powdered sugar. With a wooden spoon or spatula stir until it forms a soft dough. (Can be done in a mixing bowl using dough hook as well).</li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">Remove “dough” from bowl and press with fingers on top of chocolate layer.</li>
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<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">In a small saucepan add the caramels and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted. Immediately pour over peanuts, spreading it all over with the back on a spoon.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">Refrigerate for 5 minutes until set.</li>
<li style="border: 0px; line-height: 16px; list-style: decimal; margin: 0px 15px 4px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 8px; vertical-align: baseline;">In a heatproof bowl, melt remaining chocolate chips and peanut butter. Pour over caramel layer, spreading evenly.</li>
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What a fun book. Searching through this book was such a pleasure. I loved looking at all the different quilt patterns, and seeing not just one example of each quilt but two. Two very different takes on the same quilting pattern. I love this. I love that this whole book has this purpose, to show quilters that you don't have to do the same thing the pattern did. That you don't even have to come close. Make it different, make it your own.<br />
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I think I have learned the very most about quilting and color when I have pushed the envelope a little bit. When I have played off the "expected" in a pattern, and in turn, made something that looked completely new. Deanne is really trying to get quilters to get rid of expectations, to push themselves to think outside the box a little, and try something new.<br />
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All the designs in this book are perfect for a beginning quilter, or for a quilter who is ready to challenge themselves with color and fabric selection. It's really a great way to becoming a quilter who understands how to use fabric and color to make the visual impact desired. <br />
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Check out some of her designs, and the differences. Check out <a href="https://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_1368335383"></span>here<span id="goog_1368335384"></span></a> and here to get more info on this fun book.<br />
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Grocery Lists...they are a big deal at our home. Maybe because we love to eat so much, I don't know, but food is always on our minds. With our busy lives, sometimes I go shopping, but sometimes I have the man stop on his way home and pick up a couple things. </div>
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Sometimes I remember I need a little something that is not ordinary, and then once I get to the Grocery Store, I can't remember anything I need. Well, not anymore. I found the best app.</div>
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<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ourgroceries/id325851015?mt=8&uo=4" target="_blank">Our Groceries</a></div>
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Attaching the hardware. This was really difficult. ha ha.. Just kidding. Unlike the cute blogger before me, I did attach the clips with screws. I can't help it. The idea of glueing them made me imagine re-glueing them (kids are not known to be gentle), and I'm not into that. </div>
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This book has a ton to offer. I love that the sections are organized by the kind precut fabric. If you're like me and you have some precuts sitting on your shelf, pick one of these quilts patterns, and turn that fabric into a magical quilt, your next masterpiece, or something for a loved one to snuggle in.</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-6673172485863763962015-08-10T13:02:00.001-07:002015-08-10T13:55:07.593-07:00Life Lessons...provided by Quilting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
My most philosophical thinking happens in the shower. Maybe that's because it's the only place I'm really alone. Maybe it's the water. Who knows. But I like it.</div>
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This morning I was thinking about my family, my roles, and my goals. I was also thinking about my role as "Support Staff." I think as a younger person, I would have been less happy to be "support staff," but now that's my most comfortable role. This brought on the idea of my fabric (because everything relates to Quilting), there are star fabrics, and there are support fabrics. Each fabric is important to make a quilt beautiful, and to make it work.</div>
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Each of these fabrics could be a "star fabric." Yet together, they don't work. They compete with each other, and they don't shine. Fabrics, just like people, are all unique, with their own qualities. Some fabrics work well together, but clash with others. This clashing doesn't lower the quality of either fabric, it just means these fabrics aren't meant to be joined.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">Here are two star fabrics and two supporting fabrics. Notice, the blue star fabric looks best when it is paired with a fabric that complements it. The colors are complementary, as well as the pattern, the geometric pattern doesn't compete with the floral. They each can be beautiful, as they are, and they bring out the best in each other. Now, notice the other pink star fabric. It matches the blue star fabric, but does it truly complement it? The colors are complementary, and these fabrics they don't hurt each other, but they also don't make each other shine.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">People, like fabrics, work best with people that complement them. People can get along with all types of people, but why not work closely with those that bring out your best? The best quilts don't come from fabrics with colors that match perfectly, and with patterns that are all the same. The best quilts have colors that complement, and patterns that support and don't compete. Friendships are the same, the best friendships come when the people aren't exactly the same, and when our qualities bring out our friends best qualities. In friendships sometimes we are the star fabric, and sometimes we are the support fabric, but no matter what happens, we always need to complement each other. Let's make each other shine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As I was decorating Little dude's room, my teen was slightly upset I wasn't finishing his room. I definitely had neglected that room, because well...he was a teenager. I kinda thought he didn't care. I was wrong. He cared, well kinda. He wanted a decorated room, he just didn't know how he wanted it decorated. He wanted me to just take over and do it. Okay.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last summer, I finally painted the kids rooms. Here's is what my teen's room ended up looking like. Blue walls, with one accent Orange wall.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm a "make do" type of person. Yes, having things perfect, would be "perfect." But who can afford that? This desk and bed definitely don't go together. They barely, and I mean BARELY, fit along that wall. But that is what I had to work with. So, we put them in there together, even though the "design" element of it didn't really feel right.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Well. After much thinking, I thought, let's give that desk to the one person in this house that doesn't really care what her room looks like, and who has A TON of stuff to store. So, we traded desks (and yes, that process almost killed me), I don't think L desks are meant to be moved with an 11 year old and a 5 year old. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The theme of my teens room was travel, or places of the world. I knew his orange wall needed something...but what? We discussed bike wheels lining his walls, maybe framed pictures of places around the world, maybe maps, planks of wood...etc.. But we came up with the idea of mimicking his bedspread a little bit (the white on orange part). I got a city skyline off of silhouette america's website, and cut the skyline out of white vinyl. </span></div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-61653773581632556412015-08-07T00:00:00.000-07:002015-08-07T00:00:04.122-07:00Boys Room Decoration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Last summer I spent a few days and painted all the kids rooms. But, then the decorating stopped. We had vacations, and budget restrictions. So...school happened, and then I didn't get to decorating again until well...now.</div>
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Here's my little boys room. When we were picking out themes for rooms, the beach theme was not a "thing" at the time. And my cute kiddo saw whale stuff, and he knew that's what he wanted. Here's what we pulled together.</div>
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1.I saw something like this on pinterest. I did my own take on it, but here's how I did it. Painted the whole wall the light blue. Let it dry overnight. </div>
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Yes...this takes some thought and planning. Actual image vs outline of image, etc.... But, it's really quite easy.</div>
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1. Canvas prints, and a cute what cut out (target), starfish (Michaels), and a fun paddle (found at the thrift shop). The paddle painting idea I found on <a href="http://www.core77.com/posts/25278/canoe-dig-these-handpainted-paddles-by-northern-newcomers-norquay-25278" target="_blank">pinterest</a>. I have to say. I tried a few different methods, just kinda diving in. The best method was spray painting. Every other method seemed to have more flaws than perks.</div>
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This was my favorite...because it took about 30 minutes. Go to HomeGoods...and pick up a few clearance items. $30 for both of these goodies. Not too shabby. Thanks.</div>
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And now, I'm finally done with this room. What really surprised me, as I was working on this cute boys room, my oldest boy asked me why I haven't decorated HIS room. Sometimes I think teenagers (especially boys) don't really care. But, they do. His room is next......</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-86268283789349749472015-08-06T10:37:00.003-07:002015-08-06T10:39:19.664-07:00Back..in more ways than One<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We're back. In lots of ways. We're back to school. Back to work. Back to routines. Back from vacation. Back to blogging. We're back.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm a little sad about that. As summer started, I thought I might still have time to blog, to quilt, to work on things. I even prepared ahead of time, I knew there would be times I couldn't post, so I scheduled blog posts, and then thought I could catch up later. Later came, and guess what? Kids were still needy. Oh so needy. But in the best ways. They needed me to go swimming with them. To make memories together. Guess what? I did. They are my number one. And as time passes, I have realized that the saying "they grow up fast" (although annoying to hear when you have 3 under 4), is actually true. I feel like I'm staring down the future, and the exodus of my little ones is fast approaching. So, I took the summer off. We had fun. We played with friends, made lots of pizza, made lots of messes, snuggled, played Mario cart, and more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But...even though its 107 degrees outside, somehow summer is over. Now it is time to get back to work. The kids are back to school, the late nights have ended, and I can finally wake before 7 am again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm excited to share some of the things I have been working on. Some are big projects, some are small, some are tips that might make your day easier, and some are just my ramblings (you can thank me later). </span></div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-22629341392875194442015-07-09T00:00:00.000-07:002015-07-09T00:00:11.110-07:00Creative Eye Thursday-Learn to Quilt as You Go by Gudrun Erla<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I had heard of quilt as you go, using a serger, but I hadn't seen it done this way. This book goes into great detail on how to make quilts...as you go. I love how she showed how to make the illusions of curved piecing. </div>
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There have been many times that we, as quilters, and homemakers, friends, and sisters, have wanted to make a quilt in a hurry, to show the deep love, concern, and caring we have for someone. I know there are times I have mourned a little because I didn't have the time to make something special for a loved one. </div>
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Now, with this method, I could whip something up, quite honestly, in a day. I love that. I love that the hardest part for me, the quilting, is done at the same time as my favorite part, the piecing. You should definitely pick up this book, enjoy it, and then be able to quilt quickly when you have a need. Check out <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/learn-to-quilt-as-you-go.html" target="_blank">Martingale</a> to buy the book.</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-90730163295983849752015-07-02T00:00:00.000-07:002015-07-02T00:00:02.313-07:00Creative Eye Thursday- Handmade Christmas Cheer by Pat Wys<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Now is the perfect time to start those Christmas projects you want to give to loved ones, or the ones you want to display in your home. Strange as it seems to have christmas projects following you on family vacations, and sitting on your lap as you watch "So You Think You Can Dance." it is actually the perfect thing to do in the summer. Now is the time to sit back, relax a little, and take some time to make something perfect, for those we love so much. It's also the perfect time to perfect a skill you need to improve.</div>
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In comes the book Handmade Christmas Cheer.... You will love all the fun projects she has for you. Big ones, small ones, projects for beloved family members, and little gifts for coworkers and neighbors. She makes simple projects, into amazing gifts by spending a little extra time on the hand stitching. There are ample instructions on how to do each stitch, and how to make a project you will love.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Check out the book, you will love it. Go <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/handmade-christmas-cheer.html" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review?ie=UTF8&asin=1604685875&channel=detail-glance&nodeID=283155&ref_=cm_cr_dp_no_rvw_e&store=books#" target="_blank">here</a> to buy the book, and get ready for a fun Christmas (in just a few short months).</div>
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Have you ever wanted more in depth instructions for quilting? Have you ever felt like you needed a guide book to help you with patterns you have previously purchased? Would you like to know, not just how to make a quilt a certain way, but why that's a good way to make it? What's the best way to bind a quilt, how do you make a binding look amazing? How can I set my blocks in a way that makes the quilt absolutely shine? If you have ever wanted more in depth answers to your basic quilting questions, this book is perfect for you.</div>
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I remember when I started quilting, I needed information. And lots of it. I got every book I could, I and read it from front to back. I loved the information I learned from those quilters. And I LOVE books like this, that not only teach how...but WHY? When a quilter knows the why, they know if they can tweak the method. They know when to be creative, and test the limits, and they know when to play it safe, and have a quilt that can stand up to the test of time.</div>
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Buy this book, your library will be better for it. Buy it <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Quiltmaking-Essentials-Settings-Backings-Bindings/dp/1604685425/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432852004&sr=8-1&keywords=quilt+making+essentials+2" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/quiltmaking-essentials-2.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Enjoy!</div>
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Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-42964330439364085882015-06-18T00:00:00.000-07:002015-06-18T00:00:02.558-07:00Creative Eye Thursday-Quick Change compiled by Karen Burns<div style="text-align: center;">
Have you ever wanted to change the look of your bedroom without wanting to make a WHOLE quilt. Maybe just a small quilt, a small change? I love how each of these little quick bed runners has a different look. Just think of the possibilities, a new bed runner for each month, maybe each season, maybe even a birthday banner? Possibilities are endless, and pretty darn fun (if I say so myself). </div>
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If any of this sounds like a fun plan for you, then this is the perfect book of patterns for you. Check out some of the fun bed jewelry below. And since I know you'll want to make one yourself, you can go <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/quick-change.html" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Quick-Change-Refresh-Quilted-Runners/dp/1604685832/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432851378&sr=8-1&keywords=quick+change+book" target="_blank">here</a> to purchase the book. Don't forget, you can get the ebook too!</div>
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As I thumbed through this fun book of big bags, little bags, purses, and wallets I was delighted at the possibilities in store. No matter what kind of purse or bag you may need, there's a pattern for "that" in this book.</div>
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Check out some of the goodies below, and go <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Style-Swing-Structured-Handbags-Beginners/dp/1604684674/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432850296&sr=8-1&keywords=style+and+swing" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/style-and-swing.html" target="_blank">here</a> to pick up a copy for yourself.</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-74641569446119110342015-06-09T22:52:00.001-07:002015-06-09T22:52:14.540-07:00Creative Eye Thursday- Seems Like Scrappy by Rebecca Silbaugh<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Sometimes you just want to make a scrappy quilt. And sometimes you want to make a scrappy quilt without having to have all the scraps. Enter this book. If you have ever wanted to make a scrappy quilt without the hassle or ability to have a huge fabric stash, here's the book for you. Simply pick up your favorite precuts, and now you get to make some scrappy goodness without all the work.</div>
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This book has lots of fun designs to choose from. And you will love every minute of it. For the pattern I chose to work with...it's this little number. Let's get to work.</div>
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Oh my goodness. I started this little number last week, thought since it was small I could finish it quickly. Hmmm. Not so much. Now, I am almost a whole week late in writing this blog post. I knew that it might take a little while to do, but I forgot how much time kids take. I love having summer break, but holy cow, kids want your attention..like all the time. I actually love it. I really do. But instead of working, I get to take the kids swimming, and to the movies, and play card games with them. life is hard here.</div>
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Anyway, when I had a chance to work. There was a lot of chain stitching. A lot of trimming, cutting, and pressing. I really enjoyed the idea of making this little cute quilt. The actually making of it made me remember these things:</div>
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1) as much as I love precuts, they are not as accurate as self cut squares</div>
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2) small blocks are tricky</div>
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3) following all the directions is a super good idea. </div>
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So...I didn't follow the instructions to press the seams open. I kinda thought that was her preference, and not a requirement. And, I prefer to press them to one side. Well, that was fine for awhile.</div>
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Until this...</div>
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Yeah, so by the time you get to the 1" squares, there are a ton of layers there. A TON. That's not an exaggeration in any way. So, maybe it's a good idea to follow the instructions. Even when you think you know better, you might save yourself from breaking a needle.</div>
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I do have to say. There was some frustration with the precuts. I do love precuts, but they have that zig zag edge, which can fray a bit, which means not all of your blocks will be exactly the same size. I'm sorry, but when you're doing something so small, even a little bit off matters. I could have measured each and every block, to see where to take a little more, and to see when to skimp. But, that's quite a bit of work. So, I just went for it. Later, some of my blocks were less than perfect. However, I know how to fudge a little here and there to make it work. There was a fair amount of fudging.</div>
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I did like the design of this pattern. Rebecca did such a great job with making this pattern. Sewing together, and then cutting, sewing, cutting, etc.. Was pretty fun. I like finding new ways to make classic blocks.</div>
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Here's my finished product. Mine, a little blue, with browns and pinks. If you were making it, what colors would you choose?</div>
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Here are a bunch of her other patterns. All of them are fun, and easy to make. Check out the book, you can buy it <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/seems-like-scrappy.html" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Seems-Like-Scrappy-Quarters-Precuts-ebook/dp/B00Y1LRH8M/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1433445729&sr=1-1&keywords=seems+like+scrappy" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-19380253126918739532015-05-28T11:31:00.001-07:002015-05-29T06:56:02.277-07:00How to Get Your Family to do Dishes, And Be HAPPY About It<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The other day, the man and I sat in bed discussing life. You know DISHES. How to do them? He felt like the kids should do the dishes, and he and I should go for a walk together. That sounded really nice to me, but it also sounded like a recipe for contention. I contended that we should work together, and do the dishes as we had been. But, truth be told, I was mostly doing the dishes, and the kids were lending a hand (here and there), while the man was looking at me, like...you shouldn't be doing all the dishes.</div>
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That wasn't really working either. After much discussion and brainstorming, and some prayer, we found the answer.</div>
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The answer is this: Are you excited? Too excited? You should be.</div>
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Okay, each night, a different person is in charge of coordinating the dishes for that evening. What does that mean? It means, they are the boss. Usually, the boss is the one scrubbing dishes, but it can vary. Anyway, the boss of the night hands out the assignments. Clearing the table, sweeping the floor, wiping the table, putting away the leftovers, etc.... </div>
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Strangely, this method works like a charm. No one complains, we all pitch in, we all work together, and I kid you not, it gets done in about 5 minutes. And since we all have a turn to be the boss, no one feels picked on. And, if someone feels like one person has it easy, on their day to be boss, they can remedy that. But honestly, this has pretty much cured anyone of feeling like things are unfair. We all work together, until it's complete.</div>
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Maybe the way you do dishes needs an overhaul? Try this out, I'm pretty sure all your dreams will come true.</div>
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The title of this book isn't lying. There are 20 different patterns perfect for babies and great for your budget. As I was looking through all the patterns, I silently lamented that no more babies are gracing our household. Sad. But, not I have a ton of ideas for my friends having babies. </div>
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From toys, to diaper bags, to super hero capes...there's something for everyone here. She even shows you how to make your own fitted crib sheet. Whatever you are looking to make for your sweet baby, there's a pattern for it in here. So many things, and so sweet. Check out a number of her patterns below. </div>
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And go <a href="http://www.shopmartingale.com/baby-says-sew.html" target="_blank">here</a> or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Says-Sew-Budget-Minded-Baby-Approved/dp/1604684232/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432232913&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=baby+says+swe" target="_blank">here</a> to buy the book. You won't regret it.</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-57489567415486694592015-05-19T16:48:00.002-07:002015-05-19T16:48:38.137-07:00Herbs<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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The other day I was perusing the freezer aisle at Walmart, (not really my favorite place to peruse), but I came upon these little numbers. What are they? Herbs, all cut, and frozen to keep them fresh. They are in 1 tsp. squares, all ready to use. To start out, I picked up basil, garlic, and cilantro. I seriously love fresh herbs, I don't seriously love picking leaves off stems, etc. So, this was fun to find.</div>
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I used them yesterday while I was making dinner. It was kinda awesome. I just wish they had more herbs to chose from. I mean I love the basic herbs, but I promise, getting thyme off the stem is not a favorite of mine. I want that next in the freezer section. Check out your grocery store, and try it yourself.</div>
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It's supposed to be a book review day. But my life hasn't allowed such a thing to happen. It's the end of our school year, and I have a few fairly large deadlines looming. </div>
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Instead, I'm going to share a little something I made last weekend. Using some Groupon purchases from awhile ago, I needed to order some canvas prints. I had one more left, that I didn't know what to do. So, I made this little number. </div>
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I LOVE this quote from Mother Teresa. Long ago I remeber someone speaking about how we should never let another's behavior determine our own. If your neighbor is grumpy and mean, don't let that stop you from being happy and welcoming. For some reason, that idea stuck with me. I never want another's issues to become my issues. Teaching this principle to my kids has been a little bit of a challenge, but it is so true. My behavior, my kindness, my love…are all determined by me, I get to decide to follow my Savior's example, and act the way I should. Someone else's bad day should not affect mine.</div>
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Maybe, just maybe, this little quote will touch a heart in my home. Change an angry word, to a kind smile. Inspire courage. Or kindness. Here's hoping, I need all the help I can get.</div>
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Want your own print of it? You're welcome to it.</div>
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And if you want to mess with it on photoshop, <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/bnzuqm9p8i4wqu1/anyway.psd?dl=0" target="_blank">here's the .psd.</a></div>
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(I may want to mess with it more if I was designing for a different room, or had more than 5 minutes at a time).</div>
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***You may use this for PERSONAL USE, any business uses need to be cleared with me.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What a delight it was to introduce my little block. It was even more fun to read about everyone's favorite foods. I was pleasantly surprised to see how many people have some of my favorite foods. Pizza, raspberries, cheesecake, fresh baked bread, corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, berries, tacos, and more. I seriously just love food. I'm a big fan. I wish I was one of those people that didn't love food, but I do. It's a serious love affair.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Really like your Broncos Star. Love HSTs. Food wise, head spinning, to pick just one something, it would be Hershey Kisses. </span></div>
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Welcome! Welcome! What fun it is to be part of the blog hop for Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Blog Tour. We've had a pretty exciting week, with lot of giveaways, and beautiful blocks. I have loved getting to know some of these designers better.</div>
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Today I get to introduce my little block. Broncos Star.</div>
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I love to make quilt blocks that can be totally different depending on color choices, and changing the value placement. So, let's see what this block would look like another way. Here's orange and blue with different placement.</div>
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Or maybe put together a quilt of all different things? I love all the possibilities. So, do you like the modern colors, or do you long for something different?</div>
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I can see some really cute appliqué to go with this as well. We all have different styles when it comes to quilting, and that's why I like quilt blocks that anyone use for their own style.</div>
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Today, I'm giving away a magazine. </div>
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And some more little goodies.....</div>
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{my book, a little charm pack, and thread}</div>
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Be sure to tune in tomorrow...I finally get to show my little block. There are tons of fun blocks in this issue. Be sure to go get a copy today. Or come back tomorrow for a chance to win a copy of your own.</div>
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-42461322083012153842015-05-04T00:00:00.000-07:002015-05-04T12:19:06.148-07:00It's here. Blog Tour starts today. My own little block doesn't make it's entry into the blogosphere until May 7, but check out the <a href="http://www.quiltmaker.com/blogs/quiltypleasures/" target="_blank">link</a>, and enjoy all the fun. There's give aways, and goodies, don't forget to enter for your chance to win.<br />
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<br />Sarah Biselhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17303698013262749193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1824375431022462179.post-26073202293135848432015-04-30T11:29:00.003-07:002015-04-30T11:38:05.720-07:00Creative Eye Thursday (almost)- Teach Me to Appliqué by Pat Sloan<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When I started reading this book I was impressed. Pat Sloan has done an incredible job explaining appliqué, both beginning and experienced quilters will get lots of information from her book. I love that she covers not only appliqué, but threads, tools, etc. There's a lot of tips in here that are super helpful. This book's main purpose is to teach the applique technique, but Pat has added a few projects to teach the principle, and they are all very cute. </div>
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You know, I am not a stranger to fusible web. I have done it a number of times. No, I don't do it a ton. Because, well, I am a piecer. I love piecing. I digress. I spent last night and this morning, picking fabrics. Tracing shapes. Cutting. Cutting. Cutting. Ironing.</div>
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And half way through this project, my brain actually came to play. I looked at what I was doing, and realized that I did it all wrong. JOY. Well, maybe not joy. But, at least it was funny. I was ironing the fusible on the right side, instead of the wrong side. Argh. So, I went about the task, or repairing my mistakes. Until... I realized, I have a daughter who has a birthday tomorrow. I don't have time to find all new fabric, and start from scratch. Well, no time today.</div>
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Today, you get to see that quilters make mistakes. That we shouldn't really mindlessly go about our tasks. Or maybe, it's just me. Either way, I actually really enjoyed this book. I love trying all these different methods in quilting. And, I was looking forward to trying this appliqué method. At least now I know the process, and when I come upon another appliqué project, I can totally test it out.</div>
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Here's the project, below, that I had hoped to make. But, to switch mine up, the background was red, instead of white. The flowers were blue, and the middle thing, I had planned for a white/red floral. I was trying to push it a little, and be a little different. ha ha. Maybe I should have just used the wrong side of the fabric, that would have been VERY different.</div>
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