tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85971726263913098252024-03-05T18:58:49.325-05:00My Twisted Thread And HookI write about the things that make me wonder and the things I love.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-71635607739447568562014-05-26T06:47:00.000-04:002014-05-26T13:21:37.014-04:00What Does It Mean To Me: Memorial DayI'm an immigrant. I came to this country for a better future. I came to be able to do more with my life then I knew I could in my country, Poland. I came for the freedom - freedom to chose the school I want to go to, to choose the job I want to do, and, truth be told, to have more things... a house, a big TV...<br />
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When I first came to the US, I had no idea what Memorial Day was really celebrated for. For many years, it was a day I had off from school and work so I could do things I enjoy to do. I went camping and hiking. I did my crafts. I spent time with my family. Sure, I knew what Memorial Day was - to honor those who fought and died for the country. But I really didn't think of it much. It was not my holiday to celebrate since I was not born here.<br />
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It wasn't until years later when it hit me. America is MY country now, not Poland. This is where I live, where I have my family and where I will spend the rest of my life. I do have to say, living through the moments like September 11 and Hurricane Katrina had a big impact on me and the way I think about America and the people that live here.<br />
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Memorial Day for me is to remember that freedom is not free. This country is free because of the people who fought for it and died for it. It is not just a fact. It is not just another day off. It is a feeling in my heart, the ache for those who are no longer with us and for those families that grieve for their loved ones. I have all I have and I can do what I do because of these brave souls. When I'm with my kids enjoying the sun in my back yard, and I watch them play and laugh, there are men and women somewhere out there that are dying so I can enjoy those moments.<br />
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Does it mean I don't care about Poland anymore? Not at all. I still love Poland and I still celebrate the great things Poland achieved and is doing. I teach my kids about the country their mom was born in, and their roots.<br />
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But America is where I live now and where my heart is. This is the place where I plan to spend the rest of my life, and where my kids will live. This is my home and I care deeply about those who keep it safe.<br />
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<b>God bless to all who are no longer with us and who died fighting for freedom. God bless to all who continue to do so. <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today and always - I remember and I thank you.</span></b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-39189547645859073652013-11-06T18:07:00.001-05:002013-11-07T10:19:36.167-05:00Shop Indie on Cyber Monday 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
If you asked me what "indie" means 1.5 years ago, I would not know. So many thing changed for me during that time. I used to think that if you have a hobby, than that's all that is, a hobby. It wasn't until late in 2012 that I realized my hobby can be my business - my indie business, <a href="http://www.twistedthreadandhook.com/" target="_blank">Twisted Thread and Hook</a>. I found awesome communities that support indie and handmade businesses. We believe in the same values, we support each other, we believe in each other. I can truthfully say, I discover a totally new world and I love it!</div>
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Here's what's on my calendar on December 2nd: <a href="http://luanded.blogspot.com/p/storenvy-cyber-monday-flash-sale.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Storenvy Cyber Monday Flash Sale</span></a> hosted by <a href="http://luanded.blogspot.com/p/storenvy-cyber-monday-flash-sale.html" target="_blank">Lu & Ed</a>. All participating shops are offering <span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"><b>30% sale for one day only</b>!</span></div>
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<i>Here are my favorite picks from each shop, but there is sooo much more!</i></div>
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Sock Bunny from <a href="http://kiserkrafts.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Kiser Krafts</a></div>
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Mollie Dollie from <a href="http://themollieshop.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">The Mollie Shop</a> </div>
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Stuffed Monster from <a href="http://luanded.com/" target="_blank">Lu and Ed</a></div>
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Turtle bank from <a href="http://justforlittles.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Just For Littles</a></div>
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- Gift Basket from <a href="http://playablu.com/" target="_blank">Playablu</a></div>
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- Reusable Paper Towel from <a href="http://nature-junkie.com/" target="_blank">Nature Junkie</a></div>
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- Crochet Washcloths from <a href="http://uniquecreationstracy.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Unique Creations by Tracy</a></div>
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- Organic Mascara and Powder from <a href="http://squishyworm.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Squishy Warm</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Manly Gifts</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Crochet Hat from <a href="http://junesprettythings.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">June's Pretty Things</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">"Let's Be Bad Guys" Pin from <a href="http://littlehousecrafting.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Little House of Crafting</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Razor with Handmade Handle from <a href="http://mysticeyecreations.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Mystic Eye Creations</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">"Shop Indie" Shirt from <a href="http://krmbal.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Krmbal</a></span></div>
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Crystal Dreams Necklace from <a href="http://thisenchantedpixie.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Enchanted</a></div>
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Animal Print Bracelet from <a href="http://eastevelynsquare.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">East Evelyn Square</a></div>
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Hand knoted leather bracelet from <a href="http://anzipanzdesigns.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Anzipanz Designs</a></div>
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Rose Earrings from <a href="http://afuahandmade.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Afua Handmade</a></div>
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Plush Doll from <a href="http://scrawnygirl.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Scrawny Girl</a></div>
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Unicorn from <a href="http://ribbonsandrobots.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Ribbons and Robots</a></div>
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Peg People from <a href="http://landonstoybox.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Landon's Toybox</a></div>
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Sensory Soft Blocks from <a href="http://babymoonbtq.com/" target="_blank">Baby Moon Boutique</a></div>
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Cupcake toppers from <a href="http://adorebynat.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Adore by Nat</a></div>
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Boat Wheel Rug from <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Twisted Thread And Hook</a></div>
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Nautical Bracelet from <a href="http://shopfairytale.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Fairy Tale Accessories</a></div>
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Turquoise Water Art Print from <a href="http://knottedtreephoto.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Knotted Tree Photography</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Aqua Flowers Set from <a href="http://mystigailadornments.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Mystigail Adornments</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Snowflake Clip from <a href="http://violetsbuds.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Violet's Buds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Hoop Earrings from <a href="http://michellebleujewelry.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Michelle Bleu Jewelry Designs</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Copper Earrings from <a href="http://asingledream.com/" target="_blank">A Single Dream</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Baby Boots from <a href="http://bellamytree.com/" target="_blank">Bellamy Tree</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Fingerless gloves from <a href="http://jaimeddesigns.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Jaime D. Designs</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Lacy Scarf from <a href="http://tigerknitty.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Tiger Knitty</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Fall Leaf Framed from <a href="http://ladylack.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Lady Lack's Designs</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Knitted Hoop Art from <a href="http://craftypodes.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Crafty Podes</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tile Coasters from <a href="http://kirakirakawaii.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Kira Kira Kawaii</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Rainbow Pillow from <a href="http://poppysgardengate.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Poppy's Garden Gate</a></span></div>
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The Inner Workings Necklace from <a href="http://lieproducingfactory.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">The Lie Producing Factory</a></div>
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Floral Key Necklace from <a href="http://sweetmayhemboutique.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Sweet Mayhem Boutique</a></div>
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Alice Silhouette Necklace from <a href="http://celdeconail.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Cel's Deconails</a></div>
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Time Charms from <a href="http://pelhuaz.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Pelhuaz by Red</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Wrapped Headband from <a href="http://drixcreations.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">D. Rix Creations</a></span></div>
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Polka Dot Stocking by <a href="http://sassybysacha.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Sassy by Sacha</a></div>
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Christams Cards from <a href="http://sweetpepperparties.com/" target="_blank">Sweet Pepper Parties</a></div>
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Christams Ornaments from <a href="http://mohustore.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Mohu</a></div>
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Holiday Earrings from <a href="http://callunamuse.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Calluna Muse</a></div>
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Retro Fabric Ring from <a href="http://kuteasabuttonshop.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Kute As A Button</a></div>
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Pendant Necklace from <a href="http://artystikego.com/" target="_blank">Artystik Ego</a></div>
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Rose Earrings from <a href="http://sandysshop.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Sandy's Shop</a></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">My 5-year-old son, took a
few classes of gymnastics this summer. One of the things he learned
there was a handstand (with support). For the next few days, he was
constantly practicing his new skill, most of the time without anybody
to spot him, which didn't make me feel too comfortable, but there is
no stopping him. We settled on a couple of places where there was
more open space and floor was covered with a rug.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">One day, with my husband
and I in the room, he started practicing again and I said that I used
to do that in my gym class. Hmm.. that would mean last time I did
that was about 19 years ago.. I should have expected he would ask me
to show it to him. My immediate response was “Well, it's been so
long ago, I don't think I can do that anymore” while picturing
myself falling on my head and hurting my neck or whatever else. My
husband smiled at me and said “Oh, come on, I'll spot you.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Great.. Why did I say
anything about it? Now if I don't try, my husband will think I
don't trust him, and my son will be disappointed. That's not a
lesson I want to teach my child.</span></div>
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“<span style="font-size: medium;">OK, fine, I'll try it,
but I'm really not sure I can do that anymore.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">So the first time was a
failure. I did not push off hard enough.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">I tried again. To my
greatest surprise, I did it! My husband caught my feet just in time
so I would not fall over. For a good few seconds, I was standing on
my hands.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Really? I was able to do
that? I was not too old to do that?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Ok, so I'm 36 and I don't
consider myself old-old. However, doesn't having 2 kids, a husband,
a house, a 9-5 job and all the responsibility that comes with it,
make you kind of old? If it was not for my son's asking me about
doing a handstand, I would never actually consider doing it. But
really, WHY NOT?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">And it occurred to me,
that being “old” is a big excuse so many of us use because we are
afraid to try and fail.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">What if I was not able to
do the handstand? Well, then I would have known that yeah, my skill
is gone, but at least I tried and now I know. It surly would not
mean that I am old. </span>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Sure, there are still
things I do not try even when my son asks me to.</span></div>
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“<span style="font-size: medium;">Can you burp loud?” -
Maybe, but that's not the behavior I care to endorse.</span></div>
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“<span style="font-size: medium;">Can you lift this
couch?”. So my back is bad (I'm still not old), and the couch is
heavy. .. I know my limitations. If I want to stay active with the
kids, I better stay away from things like that.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">So here's what my son
taught me:</span></div>
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<b>“<span style="font-size: medium;">Never use your old age as
an excuse for not trying. Instead, use your years of life
experiences to be smart in what you are trying.”</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">So make a goal, try something different today - something you might not normally do. Maybe even a handstand***.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">*** Check with your physician before attempting. I cannot be held accountable for any bodily harm, damaged goods, holes in the wall that may occur as a result of "trying". That's where the 2nd part of my wisdom comes in.. so be smart and try!</span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-76299892470705155882013-07-18T07:28:00.001-04:002013-07-18T12:43:57.111-04:00Animals in The Handmade World<p><span>Animals are always a great inspiration in the world on handcrafting. </span></p><p><span>My selection of some of them from the great artists from FMNDDTeam on Etsy.</span></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/126631554"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/010/0/5313325/il_570xN.438719939_mpk4.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/126631554"> Needle Felted Rabbit</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Stitchcrafts">Stitchcrafts</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/123937209"> <img alt="image" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/015/0/6226872/il_570xN.428760988_myf3.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/123937209"> Rainbow Snake Scarf </a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/practicallyfrivolous">practicallyfrivolous</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/150079698"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/015/1/7093079/il_570xN.455092173_gjrh.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/150079698"> European Squirrel, original watercolor painting </a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ORIGINALONLY">ORIGINALONLY</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/122521800"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/014/0/5610470/il_570xN.423466731_g4h8.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/122521800"> Two Little Flowerpot Mice</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/QuernusCrafts">QuernusCrafts</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/155770229"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/020/0/6117850/il_570xN.476070439_38xk.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/155770229"> White Cat Button Ponytail Holders </a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/WhispySnowAngel">WhispySnowAngel</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/156330112"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/020/0/5790674/il_570xN.478231271_5n0l.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/156330112"> Hand Hooked Rug - The Loon</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SNLCreations">SNLCreations</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66469181"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/011/0/5752990/il_570xN.418081381_is43.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66469181"> Cute fluffy owl hand knitted baby booties</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/fabiusmaximus">fabiusmaximus</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/96593492"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5647315/il_570xN.325141629.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/96593492"> Ladybug Door Hanger Pillow</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PookieandJack">PookieandJack</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/156297027"> <img alt="image" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/022/1/7227043/il_570xN.478054474_39wd.jpg" /> <br /></a><span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/156297027">Phone Case - Bald Eagle</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SoulCenteredPhotoart">SoulCenteredPhotoart</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/155369512"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/022/0/6312070/il_570xN.474545627_7hvy.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/155369512"> Butterfly Die Cuts</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/UniquesStashNStuff">UniquesStashNStuff</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/128060576"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/012/0/5626943/il_570xN.444029655_6urx.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/128060576"> Kitty Note Card - blank</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PiecesOfMePaperCraft">PiecesOfMePaperCraft</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63160938"> <img alt="image" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/000/0/5270222/il_570xN.197581742.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63160938"> Mini Oil Lamp no.1</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/RFColorfulCreations">RFColorfulCreations</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/81831356"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5225086/il_570xN.267382623.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="https://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5225086/il_570xN.267382623.jpg"> Kids Soaps - Cat and Mouse</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LostRiverRags">LostRiverRags</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/113842833"> <img alt="image" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/001/1/5709201/il_570xN.391093681_gmod.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/113842833"> Reusable Lunch Bag - Elephant </a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGreenHaven">TheGreenHaven</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/111228076"> <img alt="image" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/004/0/6094948/il_570xN.381549830_d8xt.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/111228076"> Blank Notecard with Envelope - Lab</a> by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PalmerUnionDesign">PalmerUnionDesign</a></p><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/80486704"> <img alt="image" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/009/0/5796144/il_570xN.444354544_zdg1.jpg" /> <br /> </a> <span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/80486704"> Easter Bunny Basket Magnet </a> </span>by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JansCraftShop">JansCraftShop</a></p><p>Sponsored by <a href="https://emailfromexcel.com">send bulk email from excel</a>.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-11184787840410086772013-05-28T11:08:00.001-04:002013-05-28T11:09:44.874-04:00I went biking and my head got clear<div class="fb-like" data-href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2013/05/i-went-biking-and-my-head-got-clear.html" data-send="false" data-show-faces="true" data-width="450"></div><br />
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It was my day off from work. Kids were in school or day care. I decided that it's a great day to try out my new bike. I have not been on a true bike ride (without kids) for few years now. So I changed, got my water ready, cell in hand only to realize my bike does not have a water bottle holder and I have no pockets for cell phone. Sure, I could have taken a backpack, but that's not really comfortable... So, I drank as much water as I could, put the cell phone aside, and jumped on the bike (with my helmet on). No, I don't need a lecture on dehydration and what if I get into trouble and need to contact somebody. I was just set on going.<br />
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I had a beautiful ride. This bike was seriously going almost by itself (at least on the flat surface and downhill). Finally, somebody came up with the handles that are comfortable for my hands without giving me carpall tunnel pain. It was worth the expense. For those curious, it's <a href="http://www.cannondale.com/2013/bikes/women-s/recreation-urban/quick">Cannondale Quick</a>. I can't say the same about the seat.. need to get a gel seat cover or something.<br />
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So, I was zooming on the <a href="http://www.dutchessrailtrail.com/drtmap.html" target="_blank">Dutchess Rail Trail</a>. The weather was beautiful. Windy enough to cool me off, but not to bather me too much. Sure, my legs were hurting and I got a bug in my mouth (thank goodness for sunglasses though) but I felt great. I was afraid to stop in case my legs would give in and not let me go back on the bike (after all, I did not have a cell to call for help). I ended up doing about 18 miles, non-stop in about 1.5 hrs. Yes, I did walk at the very end, but seriously, who could bike up that steep hill that leads to my house. Well, my husband would, but let's get back to my story.<br />
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During my ride, I had lots of time to think about things that are going on in my life. One of them, of course had to be my <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">crafting business</a>. I'm really happy where I am right now. I started it at the end of year 2012, but really, didn't define what I want to do until just recently. From that point, I really think I made big progress. But I was thinking about this blog. <br />
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I created this blog to promote my business because this is what you do. You write clever posts to attract buyers, who see you have a shop and they fall in love with your things and you make lots of sales.. Arghm.. nope.. I realized, I have nothing to write to "attract" buyers. When I was on my bike, I had a big a-ha moment. I need to STOP thinking about this blog as a tool for promoting my business. I need to start having fun with it. I'm going to write about things that are interesting to me, things that are going on in my head and are asking to be typed up.<br />
So what if nobody reads it. If somebody finds it interesting and/or helpful or whatever, woot! woot! Let me know and you'll make my day! But my main goal is to have an outlet for the many things going on in my head, and simply writing about things I love.<br />
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When I get a chance to take a picture of me on my new bike, I'll add it to this post!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-48169700953596507432013-05-22T10:37:00.000-04:002013-05-28T12:14:20.431-04:00Get Inspired - Sea Me Blue<div class="fb-like" data-href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2013/05/get-inspired-sea-me-blue.html" data-send="false" data-show-faces="true" data-width="450">
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<span style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal;">Can you tell I really want to go on vacation? My summer vacation to Bermuda is getting closer and closer! If you're stuck in an office like me, here's what you can do when nobody is looking...</span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Sit down and get comfortable... close your eyes...</span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> (wait, read this first, and then try to remember what this says, and then do it)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> Forget the deadlines.. forget the email you have to answer... picture blue... hmm... so many shades.. sea blue.. sea... </span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> I can see the movement, the waves... the waves gently stretching onto the sand... You can feel the warmth of the sun on your face.. Shhhhh... Shhhh...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> The seagulls are squawking in the distance... Shhhh.. Shhhh... The warm water is reaching your feet... </span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> One of the seagulls is getting closer, carried by the warm wind.. Shhhh... Shhhh... It's getting closer and closer... "What? What do you want?" you say to the seagull as it squeals loudly in your ear and pokes you hard with its beak on the shoulder.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> Yep, that's really your boss shaking your arm and asking you to come and see him in his office. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> On second thought, don't do this at work. I'm considering marking this post "not appropriate for viewing while at work".</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><b>"<a href="https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MjU2MzI5NzV8MjcyMTkyMTc0Mw/sea-me-blue" target="_blank">Sea Me Blue</a>" by </b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TwistedThreadAndHook" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" style="color: #333333; text-decoration: none;">TwistedThreadAndHook</a> </b>- </span><span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Inspired by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Studio70Seven" target="_blank">Studio70Seven's </a>necklace. </span><br />
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My Etsy teammates are also in the "vacation" mood as they put together beautiful sea and ocean inspired collections:<br />
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Here's one from Suzanne and Melissa<br />
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<b>"<a href="https://www.etsy.com/treasury/ODAyMzQzOHwyNzIxOTQ0NDQ3/coastal-blue" target="_blank">Coastal Blue</a>" <span id="goog_766803518"></span><span id="goog_766803519"></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"></a><span style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PookieandJack" target="_blank"> PookieandJack</a> (Suzanne and Melissa)</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SoulCenteredPhotoart" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> SoulCenteredPh... </a> </div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/QuietStorytellers" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;"> QuietStorytell... </a> </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-20517302255954872052013-04-07T01:36:00.001-04:002013-04-08T12:54:12.564-04:00My new Storenvy shop, Lu & Ed's 3-year Anniversary and giveaway!<div class="fb-like" data-href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2013/04/celebrating-lu-eds-3-year-anniversary.html" data-send="false" data-show-faces="true" data-width="450">
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<li>Love handmade? Check</li>
<li>Support small business? Check</li>
<li>Crazy about unique and custom made? Check and Check</li>
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That's me! I would also add to my list - passionate (or obsessed - depends on who you ask) about crafting.<br />
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And there are so many others like me. Just recently, I joined a great group of crafters that have an online shop on <a href="http://storenvy.com/">http://storenvy.com</a>. While I had an online shop already, I felt I was a tiny grain of sand and no matter how different I tried to look, I was getting lost in the full beach of sand, rocks and bigger rocks. So, I decided to open a Storenvy store, <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Twisted Thread and Hook</a> and I'm starting big with the help of <a href="http://luanded.com/" target="_blank">Lu & Ed</a>. I still have my Etsy store and will keep both stores open as each of them have some good things about them.<br />
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<a href="http://luanded.com/" target="_blank">Lu & Ed</a> is celebrating a 3-year anniversary of her successful Storenvy shop. I could not be more happy for her and I hope that I would be able to do the same in 3 years as well.<br />
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And what is the best way to celebrate this big accomplishments? Share it with the fans and everybody who can put a check on any or all of the bullet points at the beginning of this post.<br />
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What does that means? A HUGE giveaway! <br />
The contest <span style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: Hanuman; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22px;">is open from 12AM EST 4/7 to 12AM CST 4/13 2013.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: Hanuman;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">There are 18 prizes donated by different small business owners. They are worth over $250 :)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: Hanuman;"><span style="line-height: 22px;">Whether you just love to shop, or you are a passionate crafter ready to sell your creations, sing up on <a href="http://storenvy.com/">Storenvy.com</a> to be part of this great community. Then check out these great shops that graciously offered their creations for this giveaway in celebration of <a href="http://luanded.com/" target="_blank">Lu & Ed</a>'s great success.</span></span><br />
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<a href="http://luanded.com/" style="line-height: 22px;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lu & Ed</span></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #111111;">"Mon-stors are eco-friendly toy storage solutions for kids! You can hang them from a door, in the closet, or even in a car - and have your kids feed their Mon-stors toys, laundry, jackets and gloves or anything you need extra storage for!"</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #111111;">Custom Mollie dolls - "Mollipops, Mollie Moe Bows, and Mollie Dollies!"</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Little Green Guy features handmade plush toys, sculptures and adorable monster themed art!"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://mellisyarnworks.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Melli's Yarn Works</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Melli's Yarn Works features my loom knitted items! From hats, to scarves and wrist warmers as well."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://justforlittles.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Just For Littles</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"We make little something specials for your special Littles! Did you know-Monster Banks love nomming on coins and helping Littles learn counting! They're also proficient at scaring away boogeymen."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://theindividuality.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">The Individuality</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Need help creating the individual look for your shop?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"The Individuality is based on just that, Individuality. We believe that you should control the look and feel your design need presents. The best way to do this, custom designs by The Individuality geared towards your choices."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://sewbeastly.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Sew Beastly</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Sew Beastly's products are handmade, ruffled accessories with sustainability in mind. Products feature my signature textured ruffle. Scraps are given a new life by repurposing them into the "Scrap Me Pretty Collection"."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://asingledream.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">A Single Dream</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"I design handmade and custom jewelry with lots of sparkle and personality. I am influenced by a variety of styles from Boho to Victorian, and often look to vintage jewelry & clothing as an inspiration."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://impistry.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Impistry</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Impistry is the action of making goods & art using Imps as the focus. Each item that passes through the digital doors of this shop is unique, handmade, and given a 'spirit' during the creative process."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://gipsonwands.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Gipson Wands</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"When you're not just looking for A wand, but Your Wand. GipsonWands makes Harry Potter inspired "Magic" wands. All Wands are handmade from naturally dried locally sourced trees or salvaged lumber with a hand rubbed oil finish."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://steamcrow.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Steam Crow</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"We make Good Monster Goods: Books, prints, art, comics. For you. Since 2005."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://violetsbuds.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Violet's Buds</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Handmade accessories for you & your little flower! Violet's Buds strives to be green by upcycling, repurposing, and making the most out of all our supplies while creating a unique item for you."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://krmbal.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Krmbal</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Krmbal is an indie brand dedicated to eco-conscious choices & partnering with small businesses. Take back your t-shirt! We donate a portion of all sales to Kiva borrowers to help others build their small businesses."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://thegnarlywhale.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">The Gnarly Whale</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"We strive to provide low-impact, minimal ingredient beauty, bath, and body products to dudes and dudettes around the world."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://shopstreeterltd.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Streeter & Co.</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">air fresheners - "We offer products that are quality products that only we would purchase ourselves. If we wouldn't buy it, you won't find it in our store. That's a promise"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://monstalove.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Frankensticth Productions</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"Frankensticth making one of a kind handmade storied monstas since 2003"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Twisted Thread And Hook</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Handmade crochet jewelry and wall & window art. I mainly use fine thread to achieve unique, delicate results. I also make crochet rugs and mats using thick rope-great for nautical theme decor.</span></div>
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Our tradition is, as in many families, to dye eggs for Easter and decorate them. This year was no different. My 3-year-old and 5-year-old were very excited. At the end, it ended up being a 2 day project.</div>
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<b>Day 1 – Dying</b></div>
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We had a monster egg decorating kit. We put each of the 6 eggs in the containers with different water color. After they were done and dry, kids decorated them with orange hair, pipe cleaners and stickers, By the time I took this picture, two of them either fell on the floor or got smashed on the table so only 4 are shown: </div>
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I thought it was wasteful to just dump the dye only after dying 1 egg in each color. I started thinking what else we could dye. Hmm.. how about paper towels and cotton balls? So that's what we did. </div>
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<i>Paper Towel</i> - I ripped paper towel into narrow, long pieces. Kids dipped one end in whatever color they wanted while holding to the other end. Some strips, we dipped one end in one color and the other end in a different color so we could see how the colors mix in the middle. I think I forgot to mention, this can get a little messy...</div>
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After each strip was done (no need to squeeze access water), we lined them on a plastic shopping bag and left them overnight to dry.</div>
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For couple of strips, instead of dipping, we took a popsickle stick (you could use a straw, too) and dipped that instead in the dye. Then we dripped the dye on the towel which gave it a more colorful look:</div>
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<i>Cotton Balls</i> – These were a little bit more messy. We did similar thing as with paper towels where we dip them in the dyes. However, it was necessary to squeeze out some of the water unless you plan to wait forever (in kids terms) for them to dry. It also helps if you stretch them out some so they can dry better. Couple of our cotton balls that I did not stretch too well were still wet the next day.</div>
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The next day, when paper towel and cotton balls were dry, we ripped the paper towel into small pieces.</div>
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Each child got a piece of paper (card stock works better since it's thicker) and a glue stick and they they started gluing. It's better if glue goes on paper (not the paper towel or cotton balls) or it can get very messy (paint dissolves and cotton sticks to the glue). I told them to create whatever picture they want. </div>
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My son created a beach, ocean and sky with the sun – he's excited about our upcoming vacation in Bermuda! Originally, the sun was the Bermuda island, but since it ended up between clouds, he decided it's a sun instead ;).</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07874375293487880987noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597172626391309825.post-67411841856149459222013-02-04T22:57:00.000-05:002013-03-11T17:58:07.616-04:00Crochet Rope Rug - My ToDo list #2<div class="fb-like" data-href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2013/02/crochet-rope-rug-my-todo-list-2.html" data-send="false" data-show-faces="true" data-width="450"></div><b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br />
</span></b> <span id="internal-source-marker_0.25738229346461594"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">I'm happy to say the year started well at least when it comes to my </span><a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2013/01/9-beautiful-unique-crochet-projects.html" style="font-weight: normal;" target="_blank">Crochet ToDo list</a><span style="font-weight: normal;">. I already accomplished task #2 on the list which is the biggest (though not the most difficult) one - crochet rope rug. It found a great spot in my sun room.</span> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">We just had a party for my daughter's 3rd birthday and the rug passed the test :) One of the guests at the party made a suggestion that it would also look great as a wall decoration. The weight would have to be taken under </span><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">consideration</span><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">, but I can </span><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">definitely</span><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> see it on a wall as well.</span></span><br />
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<b id="internal-source-marker_0.25738229346461594" style="font-weight: normal;"><b id="internal-source-marker_0.25738229346461594" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">My eyes needed a break from the fine thread and tiny hook I've been using lately to make jewelry. I thought it was a perfect time to try making a rug using the largest hook I could find and a heavy rope. </span></b></b><b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To give you an idea of the difference, here is a crochet chain made using the rope and the fine crochet thread. </span></b><br />
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My goal is to make 2 things each year that would bring a smile to somebody or help a good cause. When I heard about<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/katelyn-darroweystad/post_4254_b_2339750.html" target="_blank"> making snowflakes for Sandy Hook Elementary Children</a>, I decided to crochet a couple. While I know <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Century, Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;">Connecticut PTSA was overwhelmed with people's donation of snowflakes from around the world, this was also my way of saying "I'm thinking of all of you that left this world way too early, you are all in my heart as well as all those that were affected by the Sandy Hook tragedy." </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’ve been crocheting for a while as I have been, I hope you find something new and unique and add it to your ToDo list.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1. Basket</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I’ve seen baskets or bowls crocheted with soft yarn and then shaped and stiffened to keep that shape. However, this one is different. It uses a rope and you crochet around it. Great idea for many different projects too.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://www.craftpassion.com/2012/07/crochet-hemp-basket.html/2" target="_blank">Crochet Hemp Basket by CraftPassion.com</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">A</span></span><b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">s soon as I saw it, I found a nylon rope I had laying around in my house, the biggest crochet hook I had and never used before and found a doily pattern I thought would work great.. Only to be stopped quite early on because I ran out of rope. Since I bought that rope years ago, I have no clue where I can find more of it. In any case, it’s not the best rope for a rug anyhow. Instead, I just ordered 100% cotton rope and cannot wait for it to come in the mail so I can try a rope rug. It will look great in my sunroom!</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://ladiesandgentlemenstudio.bigcartel.com/product/mega-doily-rug-4ft" target="_blank">Mega Doily Rug by Ladies & Gentlemen</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So this one is already crossed off my ToDo list and the picture of the finish product is shown below. </span></b><b style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I love it so much that I had to include it here. It also makes me feel better to have something done on my ToDo list! I made it for my daughter’s room and it goes great with the flower-butterfly curtains I made as well (see my <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.blogspot.com/2012/11/crochet-your-own-baby-room-window.html" target="_blank">earlier blog post</a>). If you search the internet for crochet butterfly, most hits you get are patterns of small butterflies or doily-like look which I’m not fond of. This one is quite unique. Check out other patterns on <a href="http://www.mypicot.com/beta/crochet_patterns_butterflies.html">mypicot.com</a> - great website.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">I’ve seen many crocheted bag patterns but none of them grab my attention as much as these ones done by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Catenella/159444864103540" target="_blank">La Catenella from Italy</a>. I wish they sold the patterns, but I guess I’ll have to try to figure it out on my own. First thing is to find out what type of yarn or maybe fabric/trim is being used here...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">So to make it clear, this is NOT on my ToDo list. I’m just so impressed with the idea and the sheer size of this project, that I had to include it as a bonus. I can’t even imagine how long it took to make a whole playground! It was designed by <a href="http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/vibrantly-colored-crocheted-playground" target="_blank">Japanese artist Toshiko Horiuchi-MacAdam</a>. My hat off to her. I wish I could go there to play on it :)</span><br />
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<span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It took me awhile to accomplish this task (finished it after my baby girl was already here), but it was worth it. I love it. </span></span></b><br />
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I did it! I finally opened my own shop on Etsy - <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.etsy.com/">Twisted Thread And Hook</a>! For the first time, I’m going to try to sell my crocheting creations. I wanted it to do it for a few years now, but for a couple of reasons, it did not happen until now.</span></span></div><div style="text-indent: 48px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Firstly and mainly, I just didn’t think there will be a market for it.. The truth is, it takes a lot of time to hand-make things, so when at the end you put a price on it, it often sounds crazy to some people.</span></span></div><div style="text-indent: 48px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The second problem was and still is time. I’m a mom to two wonderful kids and a wife to a great husband (who’s amazingly supportive of my crazy idea that is already taking a lot of my time). Spending time as a family cannot ever be beat (though it could be enhanced if it involves some crocheting as well!). In addition, I work full time. I’m a software engineer for a major company and spend a lot of time in front of a computer. I think that kind of pushed me to do more of the things that don’t require the logical side of the brain. So in the end, there is not much time left for my hobby, but it is what I love to do and decided I need to find the time to do it.</span></span></div><div style="text-indent: 48px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">So I decided to start small, but at the same time do something unique, eye-drawing and detailed, detailed, detailed. I always drive myself crazy with details. It takes me a while to come up with a final design because I’m very critical of what I make and I always think how can I make it better. In the end, what I decided to do is jewelry and accessories made with fine thread. Here’s a little preview of what I did. For more, visit my Etsy store <a href="http://twistedthreadandhook.etsy.com/">Twisted Thread And Hook</a>.</span></span></div><div style="text-indent: 48px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">It took me some time, but I found 2 threads I fell in love with. One is very thin and has a slight shine to it which makes it perfect for making jewelry. Here’s my favorite piece so far, a necklace using hairpin lace crocheting technique which I call “Broken wheel necklace”:</span></span></div><br />
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