by Kelli Donley | Dec 13, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art, Kitchen Talk
Ginger Teriyaki Chicken Pasta Warm, spicy dish that is a great balance of protein, veggie and carbohydrates Feeds two generously Ingredients: 1 larg chicken breast, pounded flat 1 tsp olive oil 4 cloves of garlic, minced 3 ” of ginger, peeled and minced 3 cups...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 12, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art
Hiking Guide I purchased a set of watercolors last week with the idea I’d put together a set of hiking maps for a new friend who recently moved to Phoenix. She and her family are the outdoorsy type and I knew they’d appreciate a series of trail maps. This...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 11, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Correspondence, Domestic Art
Stationery Um, holy Moses. This 24-days of advent thing I’m attempting? Phew. You’d think I would have started this with a plan of action, but really I started on a whim and have been struggling to keep up. Not to mention next week I’ll be scheduling...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 10, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art, handmade, Sew Along
Two birds What’s that, Dear Finny? You say — “Donk! That looks like one of the November CRAFT projects that you didn’t complete so we extended the deadline through December!” Correct, my sweet friend. This is the scrappy zippy wallet....
by Kelli Donley | Dec 9, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art
Namaste Bag Accessories A little known fact about living in the desert — you drink more water and sweat more than one could even imagine. It’s just part of life to always have a water bottle with you. The gym is no different, and I am particularly fond of...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 8, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art, handmade
Namaste Bag I’ve noticed many friends in spin and yoga classes juggle a dozen little things in their hands coming and going. Keys, membership cards, iPods, water bottles, heart rate monitors, all seem to be jostled here and there in lieu of bringing in a big bag...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 7, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Media
Books! Yeah, these photos are terrible, but it is what you get with a Blackberry camera from 25 yards away. That is Barbara Kingsolver, one of my very favorite authors. I know, I know — I’ve already shared how much I enjoyed hearing her speak last month....
by Kelli Donley | Dec 6, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, handmade
Gingersnap Scarf Pattern adapted by my super talented knitting friend Zarah: Materials: Heavy worsted weight yarn, approx 385 yards (280g) Size 9 needles, or size recommended for your yarn Cable needle Directions: Cast on 64 sts using your favorite cast on method. Row...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 5, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!, Domestic Art, Kitchen Talk
Squash and veggie lasagna Did you follow that? Well, directions then: 1. Find a friend or family member who is down on his/her luck. Figure out when he/she will be home and call the morning before. Say, “You know what? I know you are having a rough time and it...
by Kelli Donley | Dec 4, 2009 | Adventathon, Celebrate!
Music Zip So, I’m not making/baking everything I’m giving this year. While that would be lovely, it also leaves me scratching my head when it comes to gifts for men in particular. There are only so many beanies one brother can own. I thought I’d...
