tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60602137548408875592011-12-07T08:56:35.612-05:00A collection of thoughts, how-to's, recipes, and otherwise lovely things.The Mighty Sprouthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16789487453164661407noreply@blogger.comBlogger731100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6060213754840887559.post-12359995042949808972011-12-07T08:56:00.001-05:002011-12-07T08:56:35.628-05:00

I'm teaching myself to knit! I only watched the first half of the YouTube video, but after four failed attempts, I finally think I'm doing it right. I mean, I sure hope so, since I'm on the tenth row. Not sure what to do with it when I'm done. I'll give it away, but to who? I'll post pics of project #dos (spelling? I don't actually speak Spanish) a little later. That one, surprisingly to me,

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No seriously, I swear I'm going to make something(s?) today.  I mean, I need to! Have to! I'm going to start with a gift for my mother (I'll post pictures, probably, maybe?) and then hit up Michael's to try making some candles in sugar bowls (Thanks, Pinterest!).

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I think I'm a little late on my recent discovery, Pinterest, but better late than never.  And what I missed in time, I certainly have made up for in collected imagery/inspiration. It started about two weeks ago when I realized I was dying for a project.  I stumbled across Pinterest and began collecting loads of inspiring how-tos and DIYs.  However... I'm on a tight budget.  While I would love to

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Try harder, as in... I should.  I recently posted a new blog post (about a week ago) and was quite proud of myself, thinking "yes! I'll get back into this!" and then promptly realized I had posted it to an old defunct blog (truth be told - I think I have 6 blogs under my belt, none of which are "current"). So, after my dear friend and co-worker announced that he was going to be updating his blog

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Ooo! Pretty dangly earrings that I made. Can you believe how hard it is to just find circles? Obnoxious...

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Here's me, in a rather disappointed and unhappy mood. Can someone please tell me why we all don't have a special room in our house for smashing things? There's really nothing I'd rather do more than smash glass plates on the floor and yell until I feel at least a little bit better.  Ah, whatever, let's play nice. I just finished a pair of earrings for my friend's girlfriend. they're all pretty

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Does anyone know of a lighting design forum or something similar? I'd like to make some more lights but I'd really like to know for sure whether or not they'll catch on fire and kill us all.

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Hello my fine fictitious fans! I wanted to let you all know that the massive snow storm we experienced here in little Rhodey gave me the patience to work on my cross-stitched gun again. Previously incredibly frustrating, it is now almost done. Time spent: approximately 15 hours. Finger pricks: 9. And three of those were really in there.

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Damn. I tried to take a little short cut on my cross-stitch pattern by using an iron-on transfer and it ended miserably.  I apparently overestimated the quality of iron-on transfer paper. This looks like poop.    Well... Okay.  Maybe I can make some sort of lemonade out of this... So, I stick it in this nifty new frame thing that I got. Handy dandy, right? Yep.   The boyfriend convinces me

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Immediately after finishing the "My shoes are flesh" pillow sham for Kyle, I came up with my next project. Behold, a soon-to-be-cross-stitched work of freakish amazingness: Thoughts? Suggestions? Elan requested that the next one say "Happiness is a warm bun" with a cheeseburger.  Personally, I want to do something with bacon on it.

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Because I wasn't able to be at the official unveiling of my present to Kyle, a video was taken of his response to the gift. Here's Kyle, unwrapping his brand spankin new cross-stitched pillow. I am so proud! Whammy.

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And I just updated my website. Still unsure of the actual purpose of having a website, and a blog, and a shop... so much social media! Anyway, check it out. Let me know what you think. Need more content? Less content? More pretty pictures?

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Occasionally I get "teased" at the office for my penchant for old-lady items.  Like my sweet-ass grandma sunglasses (purchased from the sweet-ass grandma herself... not mine, but I'm sure she's someone else's, right?). Or that really cool wool cardigan/coat/thing that turned out not to be grandma-y but Austrian all along. (Actual grandmother and actual glasses not actually shown) However, I am

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Yes, I have apparently stopped writing in my quote-unquote blog. But wait, what's this? Some sort of Winter Holiday Miracle sent from the shiny feathery things in the sky? Let's just say yes, and not spend any more time thinking about it.      In the mean time, I have actually been quite productive. Look at all these pretty pretty necklaces! All sparkly and shiny and old/new!  I quite like

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Good morning, my many mystical muffincakes! Today I am lamenting the permanent qualities of permanence.  I'm not really the type of person who does well with making decisions that cannot be unmade. Example: I'm in a buffet line ready for dessert. What do I pick? The pie? The cake? The ice cream?  All three, obviously, because then you don't risk regrets. So, you wonder, what in the world is

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Well, it looks like I won't be selling my pieces at any of the Providence Open Markets this summer! But, as they say, que sera sera... right? And I made a (feeble) attempt at contacting a real live shop person about putting my work in there. Not so much luck. As my boss occasionally tells me, I need to grow some cojones. Life is just a work in progress, right?

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Stuff I want (that I can't make): this pretty house. Any one of these gorgeous wallets. Despite the fact that I no longer wear backpacks, this "rucksack" is pretty rockin'. And this lovely floral bracelet (although I'm totally wishing it was a ring).

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After having a good third of my favorite mole lopped off for "testing," I realized with a rather large amount of embarrassment about how much I like that freakishly large freckle.  If it was gone (due to some not-so-awesome melanoma-thing), I would feel completely lopsided.   So that's when I started thinking to myself, my little lovely friendersons. "Perhaps," I thought, "it is time to acquire

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Hold your freakin' horses, Batman! Do you see that ewe over there? Dressed in plaid? Well I do. Here. And let me tell you, there isn't much in the world that I love more than animals in human clothing. It's sooooo gooooood! Please note: I recognize that this is not a ewe, as I had forementioned. I chose the image after. And upon searching for ewes dressed in plaid, I came up empty handed.

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I had this whole conversation with a cashier while buying a bottle of wine yesterday.  She liked my tattoo, and we started talking about feathers and jewelry making and all sorts of fantastic things like that.  She mentioned that she makes feather headbands, and I thought to myself "Hey you! You should try that! Don't you have bags of feathers to use?" And then I told myself "yeah, yeah i do." So

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Late For Dinner by Jenny Schultz Designs  Ahhh, for once I am thankful for rainy weather.  The past week has been unbearably hot, I think some people may even call it "sweltering." Although it is Saturday, and thus one of the few days I get to enjoy the great outdoors, I am thrilled to see it pouring outside. Maybe now I won't have to water my garden! This kind of weather reminds me of when I

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I applied to the Providence Open Markets for three slots in early Autumn.  While before I was secretly hoping I wouldn't get accepted, I'm now hoping that I will, just to move all these necklaces, rings, and earrings off my studio table! It seems, however, that they don't check their email as often as I would like. Bummer, POM, bummer. So, if anyone sees any opportunities for jewelry vendors in

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I've updated my Etsy shop with two new rings (made from upcycled vintage pieces)! Let me know what you think of them. Honest friends are good friends! I've also lowered my prices. We're still in a recession, right? Check it all out here!

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July is almost here and I'm definitely feeling the heat. With only one window box AC I've discovered that my dog has the right idea: sleep in the basement.But at least the sunlight has a nice impact on some things! I took some photographs for those of you who can't swing by and see the deliciousness in person. While I have yet to use the cilantro, I have fallen in love with having mint on hand to

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I re-applied, as an unreserved vendor, to the Providence Open Market.   Elan and I will, hopefully, be sharing a "booth," showcasing my jewelry and his art.  Also, I plan on selling cupcakes made by graduates of the Amos House's Culinary Education program. And, at the risk of sounding like I'm trying to sell something, I'd like to brag about my lunch today.  My dear friend Mark and I stopped by

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As I may or may not have mentioned, my friendly mcfriendersons, I am a quasi-baker.  Certainly far from a professional, I learned to bake from my mother and practiced in the middle of the night so no one could witness my failed attempts. Blackberries scream Summer to me, and with all of the gorgeous weather we've been having, I needed to bake a delicious summer dessert. I found a recipe for

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I just added a new piece to the shop! This necklace is a result of a day spent with my dear friend Lindsey, whose jewelry is quite honestly to die for (seriously, Lindz, get a shop).   I consider most of my jewelry to be rather simple, or minimal.  With this necklace, I really tried to push my personal boundaries to create something that was new for me, but still something that I would wear. 

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Check it out! My first baby tomato is growing! I was checking out the garden today after work. I cant lie, there's really nothing better than the smell of vegetables growing...

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Huuuuuuuuge sale on plants at Home Depot. My mother totally predicted this, but I had to see it to believe it! We just bought a beautiful, tall, pear tree for $20. Seriously. Go there.

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I've been spending a few spare hours a week hunched over my workbench. The majority of my pieces lately have been constructed out of antique jewelry, reclaimed chains, and nice little rhinestone thingys that just look so pretty I want to get a bedazzler and cover everything with sparkles.    

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As I mentioned a month or so ago, the "great RI flood of 2010" turned my garage into a big, deep, pool of mud and soggy drywall pieces.  After a rather interesting, and certainly entertaining, engage with people on craigslist, we got a guy to tear it down and trash it for just $700.  Then, we got some other guy (also craigslist) to drop off 14 yards of dirt.  Apparently this included a free

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Thank you all for your insights on doing the Providence Open Market. I realized that 5 days (and $300 something dollars) is way too much for me to do.  So, I sent a nice little email to the Open Market people, who kindly allowed me to re-submit as an unreserved vendor. Now I just have to pick which days! Some say soon, you can come visit me here! And, if we're all lucky, little Mausley pup will

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Serious dilemma, my virtual friends!  You may recall two posts ago that I mentioned the Providence Open Market hadn't responded to my application. At first I was bummed. Then I was happy. Then I got a response; an invoice for $325 for my reserved spaces. OUCH.So.... should I do it? Or not? Before, I thought it was a really good idea. Now, however, I can't really picture it. I'm back to the whole

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I got two compliments from co-workers on my upcycled earrings today.  That's always a nice feeling! And, I received an email with an image of someone enjoying their new Mighty Sprout necklace! Hooray for lovely things!

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Hello my friendly mcfriendersons! I'm sitting here on my couch, having not five minutes ago eaten an entire container of blackberries, watching the surprisingly interesting flick Helvetica.  Not being one to sit still for more than four minutes, I thought I would take this moment to do a bit of multitasking... I spent a good amount of time last week creating more of my upcycled earrings.  I'm

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Still waiting to hear back if I was accepted as a vendor... If so, I've got a whole lotta makin' to do! In other news, I'm looking for new inspiration for materials.  If anyone has a thought, feel free to let me know!

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Well hello, friendly friends!  You may remember last week's Etsy Says, where I failed miserably at all but 1 of the ideas. And, in case you have been holding your breath since then... No, I haven't had any success joining an Etsy team.  So, I guess I actually failed at ALL of the ideas. Let's see what I can do with this week's suggestions!So, Etsy has sent me three tips for "Quick and Easy Photos

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After a little bit of encouragement from a friend last night, I have made the decision to apply for a space at Providence's Open Market. If accepted, I will be at Lippitt Park Saturday mornings, starting May 22nd!  Wish me luck...

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This project seems ridiculously easy. They even make chalkboard spray paint now! I'm dying to make something a chalkboard, but I'm not sure a mug is the answer for me.

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Got another email from Etsy today. She (we'll refer to Etsy as female) gives four methods of increasing my outreach. Okay, I'll give it a shot. 1. Use Your Connections Etsy says that I should ask my fellow bloggy friends to post something "non-spammy" about The Mighty Sprout. Umm... connections? I don't have any. And friends with blogs? Certainly nothing relevant. Okay, maybe I just don't feel

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Thursday evening marks the opening of Amos House's new Friendship Cafe.  Click here to read RI Monthly's write up of the cafe. A new place to get lunch, and a great way to benefit your community. Congrats, Amos House!

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You may have heard (or experienced) the overwhelming flooding of RI last week.  It was, and still is, pretty bad.  Thankfully, my house made it through! The garage? Not so lucky. Well, whatever. Who needs a garage anyway?Saturday, Elan and I headed up to MA to check out a craigslist find.  We bought these crazy retro patio chairs, and then scored some ridiculously low priced outdoor fabric at

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I have been considering the idea of applying for a spot at one of the local farmer's markets.  Although it seems like a no-brainer, a few things are holding me back. 1. Do I really have the time to create enough pieces to fill a 10x10 space? We all remember how stressed I was about the last big event I participated in. Elan was probably contemplating murder, just to put both of us out of our

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Once again, I acknowledge my absence.  And this time I have an excuse! YES! Here it is (as stupid as it may be)... I set up this blog to talk about my progress with making jewelry and starting a "business."  So, why the long silence? Because, up until a few days ago I didn't have anything to show for myself. So, here's what's new in the shop: I think I need to do some better photography...

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Please excuse my extremely inexcusable absence. You can thank a certain friend for this return. Let's carry on, shall we? Just spotted this really great great idea for a jewelry display (or so much more!) at Bromeliad. I am always on the look-out for something that you can make yourself, but I'll readily admit that I don't typically do them. I put them all in little folder called "Do it"

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Good morning, it's Saturday! If your week was anything like mine, you're probably still curled up in the fetal position on your couch, muttering incoherent nonsense to yourself. But relax! Let go of your knees, grab a cup of coffee and start your day with a smile. Why? Why not?! So, I have this new idea and I want to see what you think... I'm going to start a weekly section called Etsy Says,

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I have been craving some luscious sparkles for to brighten up my workweek. There's nothing like a big, vintage, rhinestone piece to add that level of Fancy.  So, while I head out to the antique stores to find some of my own, check out these amazing ready-to-wears from Etsy. the Meeting At Night headband by daisypetaldesigns Lily Comet Lariat by t8designs Amethyst and Gold Filled Earrings by

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Did anyone else know that Chico's has really cool jewelry?

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The key to a good brand is to be thorough and thoughtful.  Carrying a consistent identity throughout the process (from introduction, purchase, all the way to receipt) is hugely important.  I certainly lay no claims that I have mastered this art... In fact, today's post comes from my own research. In short, I need to work on my packaging. While Lovely Package doesn't have an abundance of (or

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Hungry? Go make yourself something delicious... How about aKey Lime Pie recipe...  via Happy Lady Eats

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Some splendid findings for you to enjoy.  Happy Sunday :)preciousjd craftyluna IngoDesign SharmaDesign

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Yes! Cute.Little.Disaster is giving away a lovely necklace, and you (yes, YOU!) have the chance to win it. Go here. Win. Wear. Be happy.

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The fashion show went very well. And although it was very low-key, I really couldn't have done it without all the help of my friends, my boyfriend (who sat by himself for two hours, without complaining once), and a very talented jeweler who showed me the ropes. And, I sold one of my necklaces to one of the models! Which means that I can now go buy more supplies to make more jewelry. And, it means

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As the Fiesole record release party approaches, my productivity level greatly increases. It's like the two are somehow linked together...Here's some snaps of what I've been cooking.Silver ring! Previously seen in wax, now polished and ready to wear.Kansashi flower with antique chain and ribbon.Another silver ring! Size 6, a little too small for me. Blessing in disguise...The lovely-to-look-at Red

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Hallelujah, my friendly friends! It is, at long last, The Weekend! It's Saturday which, in my reality, translates to "the day that is half spent in bed, on the computer, and half spent drinking tea in thrift stores."And, look at all the exciting delights I have discovered in the www...First up, Unhappy Hipsters!A slightly sardonic look at those inexpressive photos from Dwell. Eye candy, for the

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I lied. Cheerios do not knock you out in minutes. I was up till two am. Forget YOU, Cheerios. I'm moving on! Lucky Charms are so much better tasting. I never liked you, anyway!

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So, it appears to be midnight. Despite the last two hours I have spent tossing in bed, it seems that I am undoubtably, and unfortunately, wide awake.It's a blessing in disguise, I guess. Every time I get all excited about something, I find that I can't sleep. Fantastic, because I get all sorts of ideas. But, when you really think about it, it sucks entirely because not only am I dead tired in the

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If you thought I was excited about the fashion show, you have no IDEA how excited I am about posting this...I have found a recipe for Samoas!Yes, Girl Scouts everywhere, stay away from my door! I will make my own, and keep my four dollars!Millions of thanks to Designs by Vanessa for posting a link to the recipes. I can't wait to give these a try.Go here

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Great news, my dear invisible readers! The handsomely handcrafted jewelry of none other than yours truly will be shown at a fashion show/record release on Feb 5th at Tazza.I know what you're thinking... Does she really have enough to show? Of course I don't! But fear not, friends, this is the stuff that nghts and weekends are made of!

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Typically, flies are less than cool. However, I think I'm willing to overlook their nastiness to see the awesomeness in these tiny works of art...Fine Little Day just posted these fantastically playful pieces by Magnus Muhr. After looking at these little portrayals of daily fly life, does it make your heart hurt a little for all those that you shamelessly swatted in the past? Yeah, didn't think

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I'm a fervent believer in recycling (and reducing and reusing). But apparently the rule just doesn't hold true when it comes to baking.I used vegetable oil that had previously fried tortilla chips to make these lovely red velvet cupcakes...Apparently, people can taste the difference. Bummer.

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Ahhh, Sunday morning! A day when I can lie in bed with my laptop and dog and not feel [too] guilty.Today's laziness brings you a tutorial on making a bracelet out of old watch bands... exciting!Check out the tutorial at Ruffles and Stuff

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One of my biggest desires in life is to sew. Like, really sew. Sew things that I can wear, and maybe you could wear. The problem is that sewing well requires a certain something that I lack; patience. Oh, and ironing - what a chore!When I do finally learn how to sew, I hope to someday achieve the beauty of items like these.See the rest of the collection at Willow LtdIn fairness, it needs to be

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I discovered Ruffles and Stuff today, a great blog showcasing her DIY discoveries. From clothing for herself and her child to jewelry on Etsy, she has some wonderfully inspiring pieces.Seeing pieces like this reminds me to experiment with other mediums. Does anyone know if you can cast lace, or would that be too thin?

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Check out this great tutorial by Bromeliad. The ever-so-popular bib necklace is demystified and perfectly attainable with her simple step-by-step. Go here and learn how to make it!

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Check out the gorgeous jewelry by Maslodesign for sale at Need Supply. The jewelry is made mainly out of vintage jewelry. Someone, please remind me to save up so I can buy some of these!

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Happy belated New Years! Four days late... but better late than never, right? My resolution is to get all down and dirty about jewelry making. As in, get serious. So that's what alllll thiiiiissss is about (if you could see me, I'd be waving my hands at the blog and the website and the twitter thing and the etsy and the.... stuff)Meanwhile, other people seem to have a little bit more creative

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My fantastic co-worker (and fantastic friend!) surprised me this morning with a book suggestion: Design It Yourself. More than just a book on how to make things by hand, it has great ideas on how to start your own unique business. Exactly what I need! Smart man, he is... And thoughtful!Speaking of wonderful people; another one of my friends, Johnny Cupcakes, just posted an extensive introduction

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Mmmm....Adam Roberts of Amateur Gourmet just posted his favorite recipes of 2009. A delicious list complete with photos and the actual recipes (just click on the title)... Can't wait that Spicy Tomato and Blue Cheese Soup a try!Check it out here

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The wax rings are at the caster! I'm kind of cringing at the impending doom when I go to pick them up... Big money, I think. Big money, little wallet.But, the good news is that I won't have to worry about that until Thursday! In the meantime, I can focus my efforts elsewhere... Like setting up my Etsy shop. Trust me, it's not because I'm lazy that I haven't done it, it's just a pain in the ass to

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Lovely hair accessories on Design*Sponge, complete with how-to's! I'd love to rock this look... Too bad pretty green leaves aren't in season right now.

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There are two keys to surviving New England. One, watch the weather channel constantly. The other (if you fail at the first, or even if you don't) is to be prepared for EVERYTHING. Sadly, in my twenty-something years as a resident, I never once learned either of those tricks. Long story short, this morning's snowstorm took me by complete surprise while I ate breakfst at (don't say it, don't say

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I learned the lost wax casting technique from a jeweler while I was a junior in high school. My first ring was a rather large, (incredibly heavy), blobby sort of thing. I loved it at the time (still do), and learned a thing or two about casting.Pay no attention to my winter-chapped New England hands... These are the wax forms that will be headed to the caster soon.

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