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How to Add a Fitted Nose Piece to a Face Mask

Greetings from face mask central. Today, I want to share what I’ve been adding to my face masks to tighten up the nose area. So, let’s get to it, here’s how to add a fitted nose piece to a face mask. A better fitting mask makes for improved … Read More

Treadle Yard Goods – Fabric Store in St Paul, Minnesota

Located on Grand Avenue, one of the Twin Cities’s favorite shopping streets; Treadle Yard Goods – a fabric store in St Paul, Minnesota has been my go-to sewing supply destination for 25 plus years. If I am planning any kind of clothing project, I typically start my fabric … Read More

SR Harris Designer and Discount Fabric Store

SR Harris – Great Fabric Store in Minneapolis-St Paul

Need fabric? Check out SR Harris – a great fabric store in Minneapolis-St Paul. Oh lordy, kids. I get a little giddy going there, so I usually go alone, I wouldn’t want to embarrass myself.😄 Shopping for Fabric For starters, there is a diverse selection of fabrics for … Read More

Sprinkles and shades of pink royal icing on the Best Cut Out Sugar Cookies

The Best Cut Out Sugar Cookies

Why do I feel the need to decorate cookies for every holiday? Sounds like a delicious problem to have.😁 Time to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the best cut out sugar cookies! I know you will enjoy making and decorating them as much as eating them. Royal Icing Recipe … Read More

A bowl with royal icing frosting recipe, sugar cookies, Wilton gel color, and piping bags

Royal Icing Frosting Recipe

Decorating cookies is such a happy and enjoyable experience for me. Using this Royal Icing Frosting Recipe is definitely one secret weapon for success! It’s yummy, plus it has a smooth and beautiful texture. It’s very flexible and forgiving. You can use it to edge your cookies, flood … Read More

Blue and yellow-flowered DIY fabric face mask worn by a girl with knit ties secured behind her head.

How to Make a DIY Fabric Face Mask

Hello there! It’s been a while since my first face mask post, and I never dreamed we would still be needing them this long. Sigh. So, I’ve decided to try a different design. Below is an easy tutorial for how to make a DIY fabric face mask with … Read More

No-Bake Brownie Protein Bites

Today’s recipe is inspired by a nut butter that I’d heard about and had to try from Manna Organics. Oh my goodness. It’s amazing! Seriously addicting. When I found myself going back to the jar for the second, third and fourth time, I decided I needed to come … Read More

A work area for baking cookies with a rolling pin, flour and eggs

How to Make Your Cookies Better

I have had my fair share of baking issues. Am I alone on this or, can you relate? After a little research, I created a shortlist of helpful reminders. Learn how to make your cookies better with these simple tips and tricks. 1 Before you Begin, Read through … Read More