by Daisy | Nov 6, 2012 | Crafts
I recently went to a local spinner’s meet-up at the invitation of a friend, Kimberly, who raises sheep (among other critters). I took my new antique wheel to get some advice on how to get her up and running, and to meet and watch local spinners do their thing. I...
by Daisy | Oct 25, 2012 | Flavorings & Condiments, Recipes
If you love falafels, but, like me, the price of tahini for the tahini sauce sends you stumbling backwards a few steps in the grocery aisle, you might want to give this recipe a try. It has the essence of tahini sauce, without having to pop out of the store for a...
by Daisy | Oct 24, 2012 | Conversation, Fencepost
Fall my favorite season for composting. The main reason is the curb pickings in my neighborhood are at their zenith this time of year. Local realtors trying to lure buyers to our part of the county don’t emphasize this amenity (#lostopportunities) but we have...
by Daisy | Oct 17, 2012 | Conversation, Fencepost
My ridiculously thoughtful neighbor pal gave me the most beautiful antique spinning wheel I’ve ever seen. I’m not a spinner–yet–so I really don’t know what I’m doing, but I wanted to show you how pretty she is. The fly wheel seems...
by Daisy | Oct 16, 2012 | Conversation, Fencepost
In rooster news, I still have a rooster. I posted his availability on Craigslist, but no takers. Seems roosters aren’t exactly going like hotcakes around here. (I just wrote hot potatoes, and thought, that’s not right. Bear with me.) I’m not upset...
