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Feb 7, 2012, 7:50 pm
February 1st is Linen Stitch ClothI don't bother to block them because I immediately put them to use! Comment - Like
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Feb 7, 2012, 7:48 pm
Craftsy.com FREE block of the month: Two blocks for each month - January
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Feb 7, 2012, 5:40 pm
Amazon link to purchase The Goose that Laid the Golden EggAccutane was a drug that was prescribed for the treatment of severe acne. There were, however, a significant number of teens that committed suicide while on the drug, including the son of Senator Bart Stupak. The Goose that Laid the Gold... Comment - Like
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Jan 31, 2012, 7:51 am
I grabbed this e-book when it was free on BarnesandNoble.com. I didn’t read it right away, but when I finally had time I really enjoyed this inspirational medical based story. There were a few problems with word spacing and dropped letters, but I don’t know if it was book editing or e-book f... Comment - Like
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Jan 27, 2012, 4:15 am
Amazon.com link to pre-order Oath of Office
Michael Palmer is the author of sixteen medical mystery/suspense novels. It is no secret that he has been one of my favorite authors for years, and Oath of Office is another outstanding book by this author.
The character of Dr. Lou Welcome brings us a... Comment - Like
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Jan 19, 2012, 7:07 pm
Barnes and Noble link to pre-order Shear Murder
Shear Murder is a fun mystery/romance. There is quite a bit of detailed wedding information because the character, Marla, is not only a bridesmaid in a wedding, but also planning her own wedding.
Imagine finding a dead body under the wedding cake tabl... Comment - Like
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Jan 18, 2012, 12:33 pm
Link to preorder Gone to GroundGone to Ground is a serial killer murder mystery told from the perspective of three women. Each of these women believes they know who committed the murders, and all have something to lose by coming forward. Amaryllis, Mississippi is not the type of town where murde... Comment - Like
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Jan 17, 2012, 6:23 pm
Here is my knitted Nineteen Hundred House dishcloth from a pattern at http://chalklegs.com Comment - Like
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Jan 17, 2012, 6:09 pm
Here is my version of the knitted leaf. This can be used as a coaster or dishcloth, and it was a fun, fast, knit. The free pattern is from this website: http://www.tricksyknitter.com/free-knitting-patterns.php Comment - Like
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Jan 17, 2012, 12:49 pm
I have a great new book, and I will be posting my review this week. For now, I just want to give you a little information about the book and how Brandilyn Collins researched it. I enjoyed Gone to Ground very much. Scroll down for the book trailer.
About Brandilyn Collins -Author of Gone to Gr... Comment - Like
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Jan 10, 2012, 8:24 pm
Amazon Link to purchase: Nearing Home: Life, Faith and Living WellRev Billy Graham is one of the most well known and respected Christian pastors. I am so happy that he chose to write this book about how to live an honorable and useful life as we grow older. There is much useful information for... Comment - Like
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Dec 30, 2011, 8:47 am
I was the fortunate contest winner of this book, a gift certificate to Home Depot, and foam molds to create concrete address numbers. The project for the house numbers was a video garden project presented on the Timber Press website. http://www.timberpress.com/
A couple of years ago I made some ... Comment - Like
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Dec 15, 2011, 7:32 am
I am frequently asked to post links to articles written by others, and I usually don't because they are clearly are done to promote their websites. I did find this one interesting though, and thought I would go ahead and post the link with the understanding that I am not promoting their website, o... Comment - Like
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Nov 28, 2011, 7:49 pm
“The vision is that we would see broken spots in our soul.” I received the leaders’ kit for this group Bible study program that contains a leader’s guide, a workbook, a DVD with eight video lessons, and a deck of conversation and scripture cards.
The Bible Study Meeting:The leader is remin... Comment - Like
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Nov 28, 2011, 2:35 pm
Sometimes I just can 't figure out authors! There are a few ways that authors or publicists can contact me and ask for a book review. One is directly by going to my website and reading the side-bar paragraph about what types of books I like to read. Another is a listing in a an e-book that was d... Comment - Like
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Nov 27, 2011, 8:32 pm
Since I prefer browns and beiges to bright colors, this is definitely the right book for me. The book begins with an explanation of neutrals, values, planning, general cutting and piecing instructions, appliqué, and binding. There are very good instructions from start to finis... Comment - Like
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Nov 26, 2011, 8:20 pm
Setting the scene for a medical story is often difficult and unrealistic, but Philip Hawley was able to make the opening hospital scenes believable and intense when a young boy arrives with an unknown deadly illness. The web of secrets and lies creates an interesting and unforgettable story.
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Nov 26, 2011, 7:11 pm
With 627 recipes, you really can’t go wrong with this cookbook. The Introduction is written by Carol Roth Giagnocava and the Forward is by Alan Giagnocavo in which they introduce the Amish and Mennonite cookbooks and the impact the funds have for the Mennonite Central Committee Relief efforts. The... Comment - Like
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Oct 22, 2011, 9:10 pm
My love for terrariums goes back to the 1970s when those large, spaceship-style plastic orbs were so popular. Terrarium Craft by Amy Bryant Aiello and Kate Bryant is a wonderful book that has inspired me to bring some updated terrariums back into my home.
What I liked most about the book is that t... Comment - Like
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Oct 16, 2011, 9:40 pm
What a great idea to add color and style to the bed! Instead of a full quilt, the patterns in this book are for pillows and reversible bed runners that drape across the bed.
There are good basic instructions to make the runners, but also instructions to embellish sheets and pillowcases. There... Comment - Like
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Oct 15, 2011, 7:51 pm
The first chapter or so was a little over-the-top because of the overly descriptive and flowery writing, but once I got past the beginning, the story fell into place. The dialog helped to even out the writing. This is an interesting story of a pastor falsely accused of a sinful act to protect a ... Comment - Like
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Oct 8, 2011, 9:24 am
For those who like to make a bold statement in their quiltsNancy Mahoney has created a book with big beautiful flower quilts. These patterns are great for beginners. There are patterns for both easy appliqué andfor a combination of appliqué and piecing.
There are instructions for making and pl... Comment - Like
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Sep 23, 2011, 9:29 pm
The most beautiful knit fabric will make an awful sweater ifthe finishing techniques are not right. Thereis so much information in this small book to help make that perfect project. Only 144 pages, but they arepacked with information. The books startswith Nancie’s Finishing Secrets, 7tips ... Comment - Like
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Sep 23, 2011, 9:01 pm
Flip Your Way to Fabulous Quilts by Donna Lynn Thomas
The technique of the flip method starts by using a smallssquare on the corner of a larger square that is sewn on the diagonal. There aresome basic quiltmaking techniques and a short section on improving youraccuracy, along with other tips and tri... Comment - Like
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Sep 19, 2011, 5:40 pm
My beautiful 2011 That Patchwork Place Quilt Calendar is on mywall and now it is time look ahead to 2012. I was so pleased with last year’s that I wanted the new one.. Again this year it is a large 12”X12”,folding out to 12”X 24” with enough room for notes each day. It has a stronghangi... Comment - Like
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Sep 11, 2011, 10:27 pm
This is not your ordinary quilt pattern book. Most of my quilt books have an introductionto quilting, instructions, and patterns. Cynthia added a little extra by creating a book that explains the very heartof quilting and its connection to home, friends and family. Her book begins with a little... Comment - Like
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Aug 31, 2011, 4:38 pm
As Tom Crane's life spirals out of control, he is called home to close out his recently deceased father's legal office. When he arrives in small town Bethel, GA, he finds his father's death and good character is in question.
Water's Edge by Robert Whitlow is a well-written Christian mystery that is ... Comment - Like
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Aug 24, 2011, 8:16 pm
I love Kay Mackenzie’s 50 Block books. I previously reviewed Easy Appliqué Blocks and now I have Inspired by Tradition with 50 blocks. These blocks are inspired by the more traditional styles, but not at all old fashioned or stuffy. Visually the book is beautiful. It is very colorful an... Comment - Like
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Aug 22, 2011, 9:25 pm
Modern Basics by Amy Ellis
Most of the quilts in Modern Basics are easy squares and triangles. Although the fabrics in the book would not be my choice of fabrics, her choice of colors really shows off the designs so that a new quilter will be able to understand the importance of the light, medium, d... Comment - Like
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Aug 19, 2011, 7:00 am
Link to pre-order Shelter by Harlan Coben Harlan Coben is one of my favorite authors and has now branched out into the YA genre.
The character of Mickey is a likeable 15 year old with a unique blend of friends. Mickey has an unusual upbringing and never seems like a high school age student, but ... Comment - Like
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Aug 14, 2011, 6:17 pm
Link to purchase Red, White, and Sometimes BlueClassics from McCall’s Quilting (Also in Ebook form)
Red, White, and Sometimes Blue is a unique look at red, white and blue quilts. For example, the Garnet Glaze a quilt with several red fabrics and one white fabric made with a combination of app... Comment - Like
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Aug 13, 2011, 8:27 pm
Link to purchase The Civil War Sewing Circle The Civil War Sewing Circle has a nice variety of information, photos and quilts. There is a nice mix of patterns and history of Civil war era life. There are excerpts from letters written to their loved ones, soldiers and to other quilters. Includ... Comment - Like
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Aug 7, 2011, 7:09 pm
Amazon.com link for A Quirky ChristmasA Quirky Christmas is a sweet story about what it means to be a true friend. The story revolves around Quirkey and his friends and their relationship with Reggie. Reggie is one of those squirrels that is selfish and difficult. The story shows the proper at... Comment - Like
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Aug 6, 2011, 8:37 pm
Amazon link to purchase Never Knowing by Chevy StevensIt isn’t unusual for an adoptee to want to know their past, but when Sara Gallagher seeks her birth parents she is in for a shock. Her father is a serial killer and her mother was his only victim able to escape.
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Aug 4, 2011, 7:04 pm
Amazon Link for Lot's Return to Sodom
I reviewed In the Belly of Jonah by Sandra Branna earlier this year and was really looking forward to reading her second book of the series, Lot’s Return. It was very much a let down and was not as good as the first book in this series. Once again we have Li... Comment - Like
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Aug 1, 2011, 1:36 pm
Martingle Publishing link to purchase Simple StyleAlso available here for an e-book purchase!!
I am always a little skeptical when a book has “weekend” in the title, but Simple Style just might be the real thing!
The book begins with basic quiltmaking instructio... Comment - Like
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Jul 31, 2011, 8:40 pm
Linda's Zucchini relish
10 c. ground zucchini (any size; for large ones cut out seeds)
4 c. ground onions
5 tbsp. salt
1 red bell pepper, chopped (You can add more red bell peppers if you want more color)1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 c. Cider vinegar (I have made it with ½ white vinegar and ½ C... Comment - Like
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Jul 30, 2011, 7:22 pm
Amazon link to purchase Joy by Anne L. Watson
Joy is a captivating story of Mirai San Julian, an adopted child of a single mother and later raised by her aunt. Mirai wants to learn about her past, but doing so may hurt her relationships with those she loves.
Joy was a joy to read! It is a beautifu... Comment - Like
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Jul 30, 2011, 6:18 pm
Martingale Publishing link to purchase Get Hooked on Tunisian Crochet
Also available as an E-book!
The thirteen patterns in the book are attractive and practical projects for learning the craft of Tunisian Crochet. The patterns include a set of placemats and coasters, three pillows, a tote bag, a sc... Comment - Like
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Jul 30, 2011, 4:54 pm
Martingale Publishing link to purchase Baby's First Quilts
Using traditional patterns and novelty fabrics, Nancy J. Martin has designed a book of patterns for beginner quilters. Baby’s First Quilts starts out with an impressive 21 pages of quilting instructions to prepare even the most novice qui... Comment - Like
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Jul 18, 2011, 4:30 pm
Link to purchase The Reluctant Detective The Reluctant Detective by Martha Ockley is the first in a new faith-based cozy series. Faith Morgan is a former law enforcement officer and now an Anglican priest. While visiting a church in Little Worthy, another priest drops dead during communion, obv... Comment - Like
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Jul 14, 2011, 10:39 pm
The three winners have been chosen - #1 J.M. from MO, #2 P.S. from AL, and #3 R.P. from VA. All have responded back, so their prizes will go out this week.I hope you had fun with BlogFest 2011!
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Jul 13, 2011, 8:48 am
Martingale link to purchase Knitted Finger Puppets by Meg Leach
Knitted Finger Puppets by Meg Leach contains 34 quick projects for finger puppets. This is a good way to use up leftover yarns, and these wonderful portable toys can provide hours of play in public places when you have to wait. Whet... Comment - Like
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Jul 9, 2011, 2:28 pm
In May I posted a review of the Pennies From Heaven Quilt book. I was so taken with the quilt that I decided to make it. I have posted a few quick pictures of my progress on the quilt. The blocks I have made are not pressed, trimmed or embellished yet. (yes, one of the blocks was photographed ... Comment - Like
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Jul 3, 2011, 7:56 pm
Amazon link to The Final Summit to check out some other reviews
This book is the sequel to The Traveler’s Gift, which I did not read. In The Final Summit, the Archangel Gabriel brings a message from God to David Ponder. Gather all of the Travelers together and they must answer the following ... Comment - Like
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Jul 2, 2011, 8:50 pm
Amazon link to purchase The Last of the Good Guys
The Last of the Good Guys is another interesting story by Ernesto Patino. Alec Santana, ex-cop and now an Insurance Claims adjuster, tries to help his best friend's wife find out why her husband killed himself. When more suicides occur and all co... Comment - Like
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