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Steeks & Felts, giving new life to timeworn objects

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Perfect for some quick knits for gifts and then overhauling some rather forlorn items. I’ll work on a pattern and see if I can replicate these for others on my gift list. RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Project 1: Steeking a sweater that was never right for me to begin with. I LOVE the slippers!

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The Way to Start a Year

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More on Thank You Notes Expressions of Appreciation April Series: Answering the Question: Do I have to write thank you notes for graduation gifts? RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Comments: 0 Leave a Reply Site Pages Commenting Policy About ktcosmos Got Loose Change? Get Loosely Speaking Products. Loose Ends.

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Can you say “sidetracked?”

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Or I could share my heartfelt excitement over working into the wee hours, creating homespun (handknit) holiday gifts. RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Or I could explain how my child’s recent health scare derailed my focus. Loose Ends. All Rights Reserved.

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Reasons why work slowdowns can be good

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Here are some other ideas on what to do with the some of that unexpected windfall of free time that comes with a work slowdown: Gave That ‘s post: “ 50 Simple Gifts to Give Yourself.&# RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. Read Mighty Bargain Hunter ‘s post on “ Making Things Last.&# Loose Ends.

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Take control of the economy; darn your socks

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And even if you didn’t knit them yourself, the hand-knitters in your life will be impressed that you appreciate these special gifts enough to preserve them. RSS Comments RSS Subscribe in a reader Copyright 2004. If you wear nice wool or alpaca socks, for example, you’ll want to make them last. Loose Ends.

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Introducing the SUCCESS 125

Success

Leigh Burgess is a creative strategist who uses her gifts to help others. When Caul isn’t working, she enjoys golfing with her husband, Kevin, spending time at their lake house, traveling to Europe, renovating future Airbnb properties and watching her son play basketball. Leigh Burgess. CEO, founder, creative strategist. Dave Conord.

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Master the Art of Re-purposing Your Work and You'll Save Multiple Hours - 50 Ideas To Get You Started

Stephanie LH Calahan

As my business continues to grow from it's inception in 2004, I've added a lot more to my agenda, including blogging on my website, guest blogging, writing articles for e-zines and in print for local magazines, creating a monthly newsletter and doing public speaking. Thanks to Marnie Swedberg of Gifts Of Encouragement, Inc.