Monthly Archives: January 2024

Caturday

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Fuxi Sketchbook • 09-01-2023 to 01-02-2024

I thought this cheap, Chinese-made sketchbook could possibly be the next Sketchbook from Heaven, but not quite. The size, shape and country of manufacture were the same as my favorite sketchbooks, but it wasn’t quite as magical as those earlier … Continue reading

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Banana Crumb Muffins

A chilly Sunday afternoon + a bowl full of overripe bananas = muffins! I tend to buy bananas, forget that I’ve bought them – then buy some more! It all worked out, we ended up with a basket full of … Continue reading

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Caturday

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You Can’t Keep a Good Vampire Down

Although the TV series ended in 1971, vampire Barnabas Collins continued to haunt the comic book racks of newsstands and convenience stores well into the 1970s. The comic above was published by Gold Key in 1974 — 50 years ago! … Continue reading

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Lap Quilt

This is a lap quilt I made for a friend for Christmas. Laps quilts are perfect for cozying up on the sofa while watching movies or a nap companion. I chose the black fabric to make the colorful patterned fabric … Continue reading

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2024 Mummers Parade

Philadelphians rang in the New Year on Broad Street with the 2024 Mummers Parade! More photos behind the cut.

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