Cable Wrangler

  There is something about a pile of cables that drive me nuts. I really didn’t like the way this corner of my home looked. There was a power strip underneath this piece of furniture and a dozen different cords running amok.         Gah....

Saving Summer

I’ve made more pesto in the last three months than ever before. The basil has done very in the garden this season, and when that ended — I’ve been buying these Trader Joe’s $3 bouquets. With a bit left, and zero desire to once again make or...

Pattern testing

I am putting together a book proposal and trying a few new patterns. These headbands are so very handy when it is drippy hot outside and you just. cannot. get. those. damn. bangs. out. of. your. face. Phew. That does the trick. Wishing you cool thoughts and less...

Mint

  If you’ve ever asked how to make mint chocolate chip cookies without having salad in your dessert — I figured it out. Cook the butter down slowly with a handful of fresh herbs. Strain them after 10 minutes or so and then cook with the butter as...

Country Living

I took this photo out of some magazine at Home Depot, when I was waiting for keys to be made. I love this tablecloth! (and the chairs) The embroidery is beautiful, simple and clean. And the colors are perfect for the country chic look. Anyone have luck making...