Author Archives: Tina Garceau

Chocolate Pie

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Tina Garceau

I made this pie on Sunday morning using ingredients I already had in my pantry, everyone likes chocolate pie. Because it requires you to whisk the filling constantly for about 20 minutes – I considered that my workout – so, … Continue reading →

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Cherry Muffins

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Tina Garceau

This weekend at the market, it would seem that the spotlight was on gorgeous cherries. I splurged on three pounds for snacking and muffins. These muffins are moist with rich flavor, and studded with big, juicy cherries!

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Kitchen Aid Pie Crust

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Tina Garceau

I’ve made many pie crusts by hand, pastry blender, and with my Cuisinart, until just recently when I discovered you can also use a Kitchen Aid stand mixer! Proving all roads lead to Rome. The advantage to using the paddle … Continue reading →

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Caturday

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Tina Garceau

Photos of felines in and around Philadelphia. Continue reading →

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Friday Five – Number Two Hundred Twenty Nine

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Tina Garceau

Two hundred and twenty nine in a continued series creating a collage using five elements.

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Hand Sewn External Hard Drive Case

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Tina Garceau

Joe needed a pouch to protect and hold an external hard drive that he carries with him on his commute. I used a piece of Amy Butler fabric, some leftover quilt batting to pad it, and also added a pocket … Continue reading →

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Italian Market Festival 2026

Posted on May 17, 2026 by Tina Garceau

The Italian Market Festival is being held on South 9th Street this weekend – lots of food, drink, and the Procession of the Saints!

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Tiled Entryway

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Tina Garceau

Another tiled entryway I discovered wandering around in South Philly – this one on 8th & Wharton Streets. I’m assuming that once upon a time this was a business, but try as I might, I couldn’t find any information on … Continue reading →

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Fabric Bundles

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Tina Garceau

I made a cake yesterday as a finale to our fabulous pot roast dinner. Unfortunately, it didn’t turn out despite following the recipe very carefully. Oh well, it happens – not often, but it happens! So, no food post today. … Continue reading →

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