I was thrilled when Udderly Smooth agreed to be one of my Bloggy Conference sponsors. I simply can't wait to hear what everyone thinks of their products and of all of the ways they will use it, from soothing sunburn and dry cracked skin, making it part of their Diabetes Foot Care to using it as ... Read More about Bloggycon: ‘Udderlysmooth’ Branding
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Inspiring Others: 5 Ways Artful Blogging Can Strengthen Your Readership
After re-reading an issue of Artful Blogging, I realized just how inspiring we can all be to each other as our own blogging styles evolve, paths are created and voices strengthen. The blogs I am regularly drawn to, inspire me with not only insightful posts but often it's the strikingly honest ... Read More about Inspiring Others: 5 Ways Artful Blogging Can Strengthen Your Readership
Sewing Without Safety Glasses: Adventures in Creating Dangerously
I remember my first BIG sewing project in Home Economics. . . a piece of clothing. Now, up until that point, I was fine with sewing quilts, pillows and other straight line projects that didn't require me to venture too far out of my comfort zone . . . but clothing?! I was mortified. My mother ... Read More about Sewing Without Safety Glasses: Adventures in Creating Dangerously
Review : Benjamin Moore’s Color Capture App
When it comes to color inspiration I am always on the look out for ways to capture it. Usually, I simply took a quick photo and came back to it when I had the time to look through paint chips. But trying to match a paint color to a photo I took on my smart phone was next to impossible. . . not to ... Read More about Review : Benjamin Moore’s Color Capture App
How To : Schedule a Facebook Post
Many people are thrilled with the fact that you can now schedule Facebook posts . . . "HOORAY" many cheer."FINALLY Facebook has realized that people want to schedule posts without using a 3rd party app." others could care less. Since the new Time Line has rolled out, there have been many users ... Read More about How To : Schedule a Facebook Post
DIY : Luggage Rack Side Table
There is nothing I love more than a simple rescue project. . . even better when it has anything to do with travel. I love vintage luggage and so far there are 2 steamer trunks, 3 footlockers, a 40's striped case and the beginnings of a Vintage Mid Century Samsonite set (like this one) in my ... Read More about DIY : Luggage Rack Side Table
Need a Cameraman? Check out Swivl’s Weekly Give Away!
Y'all may have heard about Swivl, one of my Bloggy Conference Sponsors. For those of you who haven't heard about it yet - it's your own personal cameraman that follows you anywhere you go and doesn't act like a perv or fart in public . . . no, seriously. Swivl literally follows your every command ... Read More about Need a Cameraman? Check out Swivl’s Weekly Give Away!
The ‘Find Us’ Philosophy and Why it Needs to Stop
How many times have you seen a sign, advertisement or business card that begs you to "Find us on" Twitter, Facebook, or any other social site without giving you the URL? I don't know about you, but this drives me batty! How on earth can so many marketing/art departments, agencies or owners be ... Read More about The ‘Find Us’ Philosophy and Why it Needs to Stop
Recipe : East Coast Wings Down and Dirty Martini
Most of you who know me - know that a dirty martini is my favorite mixed drink. It reminds me of a by gone era when women rarely left the house without hats and gloves and men wore suits with suspenders and always had handkerchiefs in their pockets. Occasionally I like to spice things up a bit ... Read More about Recipe : East Coast Wings Down and Dirty Martini
Recipe : Swedish Sailors Stew
This Swedish Stew recipe (from Clifford A. Wright's book Real Stew pp. 23) is one of the first dishes my husband made for me . . . and let me tell you, I was impressed. It is amazingly flavorful for just a 4 ingredient recipe. Seriously, this is one you will want to keep handy even in the summer ... Read More about Recipe : Swedish Sailors Stew
Discovering New Growth: Why Composting Ideas is Good for Business
We've all done it. . . Thrown out perfectly good ideas just because they didn't quite make the cut for the current project or immediate goals or were completely shot down by a co-worker or client. But have you ever considered composting ideas? Sounds strange right? Stay with me on this! This ... Read More about Discovering New Growth: Why Composting Ideas is Good for Business
Recipe : Leftover Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry Bake
You all may remember my Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry recipe. Well, this is a fun leftover bake that is perfect for breakfast! Time : Start to finish approximately 40 minutes What you will need : Leftover Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry 2 potatoes 4 eggs 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 medium ... Read More about Recipe : Leftover Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry Bake
Recipe : Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry
This Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry recipe is a quick and healthy side or a main dish! Time: From start to finish about 30 minutes. What you will need: 1 medium Green zucchini 1 medium Yellow squash 1 medium Calabacita zucchini 1 large carrot 2 tbsp Olive oil 1tsp Spice Shop ... Read More about Recipe : Spicy Zucchini Stir Fry
DIY : Travel Themed Book Shelf
Re-purposing furniture with a map can bring a sense of adventure back to, what some would consider, a throwaway piece of furniture. Take this old shelf from my husband's bachelorhood days for example, I found it in the attic while I was looking for design elements for my Closet Office project. . . I ... Read More about DIY : Travel Themed Book Shelf
Getting ‘Withit’ : 7 Steps to Growing Real Relationships
Recently I had the pleasure to represent my company and lead a round table for the NC/CVA Chapter of Withit at the Bienenstock Furniture Library in High Point, where we talked about growing real relationships both online and off. Thanks to Ms. Trisha Kemerly, Regional Vice President of the ... Read More about Getting ‘Withit’ : 7 Steps to Growing Real Relationships