Category Archives: Felt stuff

~:: 2014 Ornament Bash ::~

Posted on February 12, 2015 by K

okay. I can’t remember when we started this party.  I think it was probably 1979. I may have explained explained the origins of this crazy n0w-tradition in other posts; my father and mother (I really I have to say this surprises me; … Continue reading →

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~:: Odd Gifts by Hand ::~

Posted on November 15, 2013 by K

For those who choose to live in far-away places (even not so very far-away is far), gifts have to be chosen or made and wrapped and in some way conveyed across space long before the Great Holiday happens. I really … Continue reading →

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~::gifts, prizes, surprises and delights ::~

Posted on April 25, 2012 by K

Got a cold.  Can’t bweathe. (insert cough here)  This puts me even more behind in everything, including reading you, Dawn. And you, Cori. On the couch watching a smarmy movie—not for long, though; it’s really stupid and the synth score … Continue reading →

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~:: The Making of a Season ::~

Posted on December 23, 2011 by K

To begin, we have an actual photographic depiction of Rachel, buying The Gardener, right here on my front porch.  This is the equivalent of breaking a bottle of bubbly on the bow of a ship.  Except dryer.  (And here, may … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, dogs, Family, Felt stuff, friends, Fun Stuff, HappyHappyHappy, holidays, Knit Stuff, Pics of Made Things, Rachel, Seasons, The kids | 30 Comments

~:: JOY!!! ::~

Posted on December 10, 2011 by K

In honor of my having finally gotten within shouting distance of Ready for Christmas – and because I could not make enough stars to give to all the people I truly love, respect and want to shower with blessings, I … Continue reading →

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~:: Stars ::~

Posted on December 1, 2011 by K

Stars for Christmas Every year since I can remember, I’ve made a series of ornaments for family and a very few friends. With some, it’s been a thirty-five year exchange. With others, just a thirty-five year gift. I used to … Continue reading →

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~:: Backing up ::~

Posted on November 28, 2011 by K

Many things to write about.  I cast my net backwards tonight, stealing a few moments to play in pictures, and found a few I’d like to share. Gin took these shots, coming up here in October.  They were higher in … Continue reading →

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~:: Flying South: pt.2 – treasure ::~

Posted on November 25, 2011 by K

I did make two suggestions while I was down there with Kev. We went to the movies, for one. And I loved that. I’ve been wanting to go to the movies for months. And the other was based on a … Continue reading →

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~:: Of Hedges and Hogs and More Made Things ::~

Posted on October 18, 2011 by K

I apologize for being much behind on my correspondence.  Because I am.  But I’ll catch up.  As soon as – as soon as I can.  At least, the kitchen counters are clean and the Halloween things are up and I’ve … Continue reading →

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~:: How I felt about the wedding ::~

Posted on September 9, 2011 by K

I bring things on myself.  But you want to add a little personal spice to a significant family event, jah?  A little tangible love – hidden in the details?  So I’ll show you what I did for the wedding luncheon … Continue reading →

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