After reading the reviews, you might enjoy this cookbook if you don't mind using pre-made mixes like Pamela's banking mix, etc. Great for a new gluten free person. I'll let you know what I think of the recipes when I start cooking some.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Cooking Light Gluten Free Cookbook
My birthday was this weekend and my girlfriends gave me Cooking Light Gluten Free Cookbook as a gift. I'm elated to try these recipes and recipes are not limited to meals, but also soups, desserts, and other side dishes.
After reading the reviews, you might enjoy this cookbook if you don't mind using pre-made mixes like Pamela's banking mix, etc. Great for a new gluten free person. I'll let you know what I think of the recipes when I start cooking some.
After reading the reviews, you might enjoy this cookbook if you don't mind using pre-made mixes like Pamela's banking mix, etc. Great for a new gluten free person. I'll let you know what I think of the recipes when I start cooking some.
Gearing up for the holidays
While Labor Day weekend just only ended... I found myself unpacking my holiday fabrics and prioritizing which projects need to be completed first. I found some Christmas stockings that were cut out last year that need to be sewn together and have cuffs added.
I also have five fabric trees to complete and three table runners. With my right wrist agitated from over using it operating a mouse at work, I fear my pace is slower than last year's. I hope to get many projects completed in time for a holiday show in November.
That's the trick, once you start creating, you need to decide who your audience is, and whether you want to sell your products outside of Etsy at local craft shows, or just keep to online sales. Something I'm still pondering as I have a full-time job that still requires my time. That leaves minimum time to complete projects.
I recently posted some holiday stockings and a new table runner to Sew Knot Expected. Please feel free to peruse the shop and pick out something for a special person this holiday season.
I also have five fabric trees to complete and three table runners. With my right wrist agitated from over using it operating a mouse at work, I fear my pace is slower than last year's. I hope to get many projects completed in time for a holiday show in November.
That's the trick, once you start creating, you need to decide who your audience is, and whether you want to sell your products outside of Etsy at local craft shows, or just keep to online sales. Something I'm still pondering as I have a full-time job that still requires my time. That leaves minimum time to complete projects.
I recently posted some holiday stockings and a new table runner to Sew Knot Expected. Please feel free to peruse the shop and pick out something for a special person this holiday season.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Felting Wool Sweaters to Make Pot Holders
I have always wanted to learn how to felt wool. I observed how my neighbor and friend felted woolen yarn to make detergent balls to wash her son's diapers, but this was new to me.
So, yesterday I ventured out to some thrift stores to find some wool sweaters to felt fr upcoming projects. On a side note... Can I tell you how much I love the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store! Their prices are amazingly low and I found an office chair for only $5. I find I need to visit their store at least once a month to find those gems.
So, yesterday I ventured out to some thrift stores to find some wool sweaters to felt fr upcoming projects. On a side note... Can I tell you how much I love the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store! Their prices are amazingly low and I found an office chair for only $5. I find I need to visit their store at least once a month to find those gems.
I was lucky to find a handful of sweaters at a thrift store in Broomfield but I found some of their prices a bit high ($4.99-$6.99) compared to Habitat's Re-Store ($2.25). I have a feeling I'll make another trip this Saturday when the sweaters will be 50%. If you haven't been to a thrift store for crafting supplies, then I would encourage you to venture out in your neighborhood and start looking. You find some some supplies at great prices.
So, I came home from shopping with five sweaters and one sweater vest. I chose sweaters with some valentine colors - like red and pink, to make heart shaped pot holders for valentine's gifts.
Some steps to consider before felting your wool sweater:
1. Take scissors and cut out the seams. Determine the usage of the sweater: Will you use the sleeves? Or just the body of the sweater?
2. Place sweaters in your washing machine. Place on hot water and add a bit of detergent when washing the sweaters.
NOTE - Once washed, determine if the wool is felted to your liking. Felted wool can have different consistencies and depending on what you will use the felted wool for, you may want to wash/felt the wool again.
3. Place washed/felted wool into the dryer. Place on high heat.
I have an energy efficient washer and dryer, so I needed to place my dryer setting on "cotton towels" to obtain the high heat for the felting to work.
I have an energy efficient washer and dryer, so I needed to place my dryer setting on "cotton towels" to obtain the high heat for the felting to work.
Here are some of the final projects I made out of the felted sweaters I purchased yesterday.
These are easy felted wool pot holders shaped in a heart. Great for valentines day and super easy to make. Though some of the felted wool may be thick to feed through your sewing machine. Just be patient.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Is Gluten Making You Fat
Recently my husband was re-reading one of his Men's Health magazines and he wanted me to read this article "Is Gluten Making You Fat". He knows I want to learn more about a gluten free diet and this article definitely appealed to my fitness and wellness plan I want to adhere to in the new year.
It's amazing how much diet contributes to how we feel - whether it's being alert, fatigued, crampy, or in a good healthy and energetic state. The article discuss the truth about gluten, the food industry, and your belly. There are some great examples of gluten free grains to try, like - quinoa, buckwheat, and amaranth.
If you're interested in whether gluten is making you fat, I would encourage you to read the article at Men's Health by Matthew Solan.
It's amazing how much diet contributes to how we feel - whether it's being alert, fatigued, crampy, or in a good healthy and energetic state. The article discuss the truth about gluten, the food industry, and your belly. There are some great examples of gluten free grains to try, like - quinoa, buckwheat, and amaranth.
If you're interested in whether gluten is making you fat, I would encourage you to read the article at Men's Health by Matthew Solan.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Life Lesson on Style
When I started my first blog when I got married and moved to the Pacific Northwest, I entitled certain posts Life Lessons where I posted famous or memorable quotes. I'm continuing the tradition on Sew Knot Expected and you can see more Life Lessons on my Pinterest board; entitled the same.
Never confuse money or status with style. Style is the ability to discover your own signature. Remember, attitude is the most important accessory you can wear.
"What you wear says who you are."
-Barbara Glass
Never confuse money or status with style. Style is the ability to discover your own signature. Remember, attitude is the most important accessory you can wear.
"What you wear says who you are."
-Barbara Glass
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