Category Archives: kitchen

Giving Bagels A Go

Posted on January 31, 2011 by sewtheday

In an effort to try more things this year, I tried making bagels for the first time yesterday.  I used the recipe from The Food Allergy Mama’s Baking Book.  They were so easy to make I can’t believe I’ve never … Continue reading →

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From the Linen Closet

Posted on August 30, 2010 by sewtheday

Since moving into Our new house, I’ve had to lay hands on just about everything we own.  We have so many lovely things that never see the light of day.  Some of those shouldn’t be exposed to prolonged light just … Continue reading →

Posted in German, hand sewing, kitchen, Vintage | 7 Comments

Little things

Posted on April 19, 2010 by sewtheday

My sewing time seems to always be in fits and starts.  I rarely get to finish a project in one sitting.  This leads me to make little things that I can finish fairly quickly.  As a result, I’ve been making … Continue reading →

Posted in fabric, kitchen, Little Bit, Reclaimed, repurpose, sewing, toddler, up-cycle | 2 Comments

Little Apron for Little Bit

Posted on March 30, 2010 by sewtheday

I’ve finally finished Little Bit’s apron.  It has been sitting unfinished since January.  A combination of school and travels left it by the way side… but now it’s finished in time to be tucked into his easter basket. Today I … Continue reading →

Posted in cotton, craft, fabric, holidays, kitchen, Little Bit, sewing, toddler | 2 Comments

Rethinking My Papertowel Holder

Posted on January 21, 2010 by sewtheday

For a while now I’ve been using cloth dishtowels instead of paper towels.  We do occasionally buy a roll of paper towels for the car or emergencies, but in general I don’t use them.  So my paper towel holder has been … Continue reading →

Posted in craft, kitchen, repurpose, reuse, storage | 4 Comments

More Christmas Gifts

Posted on December 29, 2009 by sewtheday

I saw a neat idea online somewhere for pot scrubbers made with a wooden button, so I thought I’d try it out.  I made these in blues and greens for my Mom, with a dish cloth to match.  I also … Continue reading →

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