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Category Archives: 3 Things Friday
3 Things Friday
It has been a lovely Friday so far! I started it off by planting lavender and putting together my new terrarium (also from my Etsy wish list!), courtesy of my friend Dan. Then I did some Pilates, played with my … Continue reading
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3 Things Friday
The good: I got a new cookbook (Veganomicon) and I’m so looking forward to trying recipes from it! The bad: I haven’t gotten around to using my new Amy Butler fabric (from her latest line Soul Blossoms). I plan to … Continue reading
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3 Things Friday
The good: I’ve been crocheting up a storm! It feels so great to be making things, and building up stock The bad: I’ve been feeling a little discouraged this week. I’m realizing the toll it takes to juggle two jobs, … Continue reading
3 Things Friday
Another week has flown by, and what a week it’s been! Our gym finally opened, I made soup for the first time, and we tried a new local restaurant. It’s been 80° and 17°. We had Groundhog Day [I’m all … Continue reading
Posted in 3 Things Friday, Art, Craft, Etsy, Finished Projects, Personal
Tagged Chase, holiday, knitting, painting, photography, weather
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3 Things Friday
The Good: I got some delicious, deep purple, dupioni silk for some upcoming projects. Ohhh it’s good enough to eat! The Not-so-Good: With the new job, I’m having a hard time fitting in much crafting! The Great: I got to use … Continue reading
3 Things Friday
What a week this has been! I was offered a new part-time job doing photography and graphic design for an antique dealer (I start Monday ), I tried to start Couch to 10K, I tried out some new recipes, and … Continue reading
Three Things Friday
The good: I cleaned/tidied/organized my apartment, including a lovely rearrangement of our bookshelves (see below). It makes me so happy! The not-so-good: I didn’t work out much at all, because my knee hurts when it’s cold The great: I got … Continue reading
3 Things Friday
The Good: I picked up my sketchbook again after a little break. It felt good The Bad: It was back to the real (work) world after a 2 week break. Whoo that’s rough! The Awesome: I made several new foods … Continue reading
3 Things Friday
This week: The good: I’ve finished 8 gifts this week, and I’m on a roll! The not-so-good: The Post Office lost a package of supplies (for gift making) The best: I tried my hand at both knitting and crocheting hats, … Continue reading
Three Things (Black) Friday
This week: The good: We started moving into our new apartment!! The not-so-good: We haven’t finished moving into our new apartment The best: Thanksgiving was absolutely wonderful! I hope yours was too And as a thank you to all my … Continue reading
Posted in 3 Things Friday, Etsy
Tagged aj the purple, ajthepurple, coupon, coupon code, discount, holiday, thank you
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