For years, my favorite pair of earrings featured dangling purple beads made from paper. Paper! They were so pretty, I always wanted to make my own paper beads. Now I’m finally learning the paper-coiling art of quilling with the help of a brand-new book, The Art of Modern Quilling: Contemporary Paper … [Read more...] about Learn an Old Craft Made New Again, with The Art of Modern Quilling Book
New Book “Calligraphic Drawing” Takes Calligraphy to a New Level
We all know that beautiful calligraphic lettering can lend an elegant flair to the written word. But have you ever imagined going beyond lettering and using calligraphic techniques to create stunning works of art? Calligraphic Drawing: A How-To Guide and Gallery Exploring the Art of the Flourish by … [Read more...] about New Book “Calligraphic Drawing” Takes Calligraphy to a New Level
Pumpkin Bread with Cranberries Recipe from KaTom Restaurant Supply
The first time I went into a restaurant supply store, I was in awe at the wonderful array of kitchen products. Nowadays, online sources like KaTom Restaurant Supply’s website, KaTom.com, bring that wonder as close as our computers. Honestly, I can spend more time browsing through KaTom’s vast … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Bread with Cranberries Recipe from KaTom Restaurant Supply
WIN Sports Detergent, Specially Designed for Synthetic Active Wear
When our beautiful dog Maverick came to our home from the shelter, he brought three things with him: His name, his collar, and a black fleece blanket with pink and white hearts on it, which is appropriate because he’s an older dog with heart problems. He loves his blanket and spends a lot of time on … [Read more...] about WIN Sports Detergent, Specially Designed for Synthetic Active Wear
Throw a Party Like A Southerner with The Southern Living Party Cookbook
Having moved to the South not long ago, I’m loving Southern cooking, and Southern Living is my go-to source for inspiration. So you can imagine my joy when offered the chance to review The Southern Living Party Cookbook: A Modern Guide to Gathering by Elizabeth Heiskell (Oxmoor House, October 2018), … [Read more...] about Throw a Party Like A Southerner with The Southern Living Party Cookbook
Martina McBride Has a New Cookbook, Martina’s Kitchen Mix
Are you a country music fan? If so, chances are that you’re a Martina McBride fan, as well. As an award-winning singer-songwriter, she has been at the forefront of country music for many years. But did you know that she also has a televised cooking show and is a cookbook author? Martina recently … [Read more...] about Martina McBride Has a New Cookbook, Martina’s Kitchen Mix
Get the Kids in the Kitchen with The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs from America’s Test Kitchen
Late last year, America’s Test Kitchen launched a new brand, America’s Test Kitchen Kids, to encourage kids to get cooking. Their free kid-centric website is aimed at kids aged 8 to 13, providing videos, recipes, quizzes, experiments, and more, to pique kids’ interest in food and cooking. Part of … [Read more...] about Get the Kids in the Kitchen with The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs from America’s Test Kitchen
Learn to Make Your Own Books with The Art & Craft of Handmade Books
Of all the crafts I’ve undertaken over the years, one I have always admired but never tried is making books by hand. Anything more than a simple accordion seemed beyond my capabilities, but I’ve found inspiration in The Art & Craft of Handmade Books by Shereen LaPlantz (Dover Publications). Now … [Read more...] about Learn to Make Your Own Books with The Art & Craft of Handmade Books