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On 2021-04-29 by PamTune into Skycomp Solutions Podcast: A Lot More To IThttps://skycomp.ca/learn/article/a-lot-more-to-it-podcast
Seared Steak with Fig and Garlic Sauce
On 2021-04-28 by PamYou can use any kind of steak (I used 2 strip steaks for 3 people – flank steak also works great – it doesn’t need to be an expensive cut). Marinade: 2 cloves of garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon1 teaspoon of fresh ginger, minced1/4 teaspoon of allspice1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg1
Paper Piecing – Birds of a Feather
On 2021-04-25 by PamI completed a table runner of birds using paper piecing for my Quilt Social Blog https://quiltsocial.com/birds-of-a-feather-quilted-table-runner-using-foundation-piecing/Since then, I have created a blue jay and I am currently working on a cardinal. I will post the link to the bluejay (I purchased this pattern) http://www.silverliningsoriginals.com/qc/weebluejay.htmlI will post the pattern and the picture of the cardinal soon
Best Gluten Free Biscuits Ever
On 2021-04-22 by Pam2 cups gluten free flour mill (I used Bob’s Red Mill – the blue bag) 3/4 cup butter, cold and cut into cubes 1 1/4 teaspoons of salt1 heaping tablespoon baking powderBlitz with a paddle until the mixture looks crumbly1/3 of cup soft cheese (like cream cheese or Bourison with herbs)1 cup of buttermilk Mix
Framed Hexies…once you start, it is hard to stop…
On 2021-04-21 by PamI am working on a cheery table topper….have a look at my Easter Blog Post and join the fun!!
Some thinking on Core Values…
On 2021-04-20 by PamI have taken afew of Kain Ramsay’s courses on https://www.udemy.com/ – Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Life Coaching, etc. One of the main things that continues to come up is that you need to “know yourself” and understand your core values. We need to know that truth about who we are – beyond “what we do”
Easy Shortbread Logs
On 2021-04-19 by Pam5 cups of almond flour8 tablespoons (240 grams) of melted butter1/2 cup of maple syrup2 teaspoons of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest1/4 teaspoon of salt**you can also use almond extract and slivered almonds (1/2 cup) or 1/2 cup of chocolate chips with peppermint extract or orange juice) Mix everything together until combined.
Ideas for your Perennial Garden
On 2021-04-18 by PamI love perennials. Most of my garden is made up of perennials that I have accumulated and split over the years. However, no one I have met has a more beautiful garden than my friend Tillie. She not only has a green thumb that is inspiring but, she is generous and many of the perennials
Puffy Letters for Little People
On 2021-04-14 by PamI created a set of puffy letters for my little friend, Mason (plus all the letters to spell Mom, Dad and Mason). When his sister, Charlotte arrived this spring, I decided to add her name to the collection. They are SO easy. Find fabric – I tried to pick fabric the matched the letter (airplanes
Baby Pillow Cases
On 2021-04-11 by PamMy little friend, Mason is turning 2 years old and he want his own pillow. He loves turtles and sea creatures and Buzz Lightyear. So, I created a pillow case that is safe and comfortable (no zippers) and easy to take off and on for washing. The pillow size is 15.7 X 9 X 1.4″
Masks
On 2021-04-09 by PamI have been making masks since last April due to the coronavirus pandemic. I started with masks with ties and have now found a mask that everyone in my circle seems to like so, I am sharing the pattern and the pictures of what it looks like during the process. I predict mask wearing will
Italian Easter Dessert – Neapolitan Ricotta and Rice Pie – Pastiera
On 2021-04-07 by PamMy friend, Rita is an authentic, kind and supportive person. She is generous and honest and I love being connected to her. We talk weekly – when pandemic free at breakfast once a week, when we could, we sat on her porch for coffee once a week and during super lockdown, we talk via messenger.
Raised beds…gardening in the city….
On 2021-04-06 by PamMy son, Sebastian built me 4 raised beds last year. Previously, I had planted vegetables and many of them were eaten by squirrels and rabbits. The raised bed saved my plants. I love fresh vegetables and herbs. I love the challenge of growing and luckily, my husband, Charles loves starting seeds. I bought him a
Easter Blog Post
On 2021-04-05 by PamFramed Hexies and Bunnies….https://quiltsocial.com/my-quilting-life-framed-hexies-and-bunnies/
Dishclothes for the win….
On 2021-04-02 by PamI use these to practice my crocheting – both single and double crochet – and reading a pattern. The pattern is available on this website https://noroom4phonies.com/2021/03/04/so-now-i-have-started-crocheting/ and it is a great way to practice reading a pattern as well. I also use these as gifts…birthdays, Easter, Valentine’s Day. You can crochet a heart or shape
Mini Easter Baskets
On 2021-04-01 by PamWhat do you need? Two squares of any size fabricI square of batting to match the sidethread to matchHow do you do it? Place the fabric right sides together with the batting on top. Sew a 1/4″ seam around the outside edge, leaving an opening so that you can flip it right-side out. Flip it,
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