by Daisy | Jan 19, 2009 | Crafts, Knitting
I heart Fiber Trends’ Felt Clogs.You know you have a useful item when you wear it out, reluctantly take it off in order to repair it, and immediately put it back on again.Due to some irresponsible usage (wearing them outside to grab sprigs of herbs, etc.), after...
by Daisy | Jan 17, 2009 | Breakfast, Recipes
This is an adaptation of tortilla de patatas, a common Spanish specialty. It’s a very simple dish, made with everyday ingredients, but it’s a delicious change from ordinary eggs. I made a 3-egg version which serves two hungry people, but the recipe is...
by Daisy | Jan 16, 2009 | Crafts, Woodworking
Four years ago I built a laundry-folding table from 3/4″ plywood and 2×4’s with a top surface of large self-adhesive floor tiles. I added casters to make it easy to move around and it has been a helpful addition to the laundry room. One day recently I...
by Daisy | Jan 15, 2009 | Crafts, Crochet
I call this the ‘Pima’ facecloth, because that’s what it’s made from…Pima Cotton. Which is like the American version of Egyptian Cotton. Very strong. Very soft. Very expensive.Unless you hit the jackpot at a garage sale, like me. Fifty...
by Daisy | Jan 13, 2009 | Breads, Recipes
Ivory’s culinary memory is impressive. I served this bread to her and another friend, alongside some tomato soup, ten years ago, and she has remembered it ever since. She recently suggested I make some for the blog.It takes three days to get the...
