tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82632741524348388152024-03-21T09:48:21.792-07:00DPeaGreen Designs - My ViewMy mid-life views on products I use, hints and helps for various types of crafting and sewing and sometimes an opinion on life in general. -- A companion to http://dpeagreendesigns.etsy.com.DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.comBlogger84125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-48561158617662306682013-02-23T17:51:00.000-08:002013-02-23T17:51:15.085-08:00Some of my favorite baby stuff from ZAZZLE!Since I'm going to be a new NANA to our baby boy #2 soon, I thought I would share some of my favorite baby shower invitations from <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/dpeagreendesigns?rf=238530046788923484">ZAZZLE</a>. Recently I started a shop on <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/dpeagreendesigns?rf=238530046788923484">Zazzle</a> and have found some wonderful art and products that I will continue to share in the future.<br />
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/monkey_jungle_baby_shower_invitations-161237136863116298?rf="><img alt="Monkey Jungle Baby Shower Invitations" src="http://rlv.zcache.com/monkey_jungle_baby_shower_invitations-rc0f6d4cbe74f4bf4ba4bb6b79a17f49f_8dnm8_8byvr_325.jpg" style="border: 0; width: 325px;" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/monkey_jungle_baby_shower_invitations-161237136863116298?rf=">Monkey Jungle Baby Shower Invitations</a><br />
See other <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/jungle+baby+shower+invitations?rf=">jungle theme baby shower invitations</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/woodland_baby_animails_baby_shower_invitation-161270743042625173?rf="><img alt="Woodland Baby Animails Baby Shower Invitation" src="http://rlv.zcache.com/woodland_baby_animails_baby_shower_invitation-r255df45284aa4f74954fa192118d28d4_8dnmv_8byvr_325.jpg" style="border: 0; width: 325px;" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/woodland_baby_animails_baby_shower_invitation-161270743042625173?rf=">Woodland Baby Animails Baby Shower Invitation</a><br />
Check out more <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/woodland+baby+shower+invitations?rf=">woodland baby shower invitations</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/nautical_sailboat_baby_boy_baby_shower_invitation-161015679490515878?rf="><img alt="Nautical Sailboat Baby Boy Baby Shower Invitation" src="http://rlv.zcache.com/nautical_sailboat_baby_boy_baby_shower_invitation-r9b6cb8c3674a41c1921198471b47aa17_8dnm8_8byvr_325.jpg" style="border: 0; width: 325px;" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/nautical_sailboat_baby_boy_baby_shower_invitation-161015679490515878?rf=">Nautical Sailboat Baby Boy Baby Shower Invitation</a><br />
Find another <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/nautical+baby+shower+gifts?rf=">nautical baby shower</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/downward_facing_dog_yoga_baby_tshirt-235719275955623564?rf="><img alt="Downward Facing Dog - yoga baby Tshirt" src="http://rlv.zcache.com/downward_facing_dog_yoga_baby_tshirt-r6ada3dd40d4947ddb36f263523116037_f0c6y_325.jpg" style="border: 0; width: 325px;" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/downward_facing_dog_yoga_baby_tshirt-235719275955623564?rf=">Downward Facing Dog - yoga baby Tshirt</a><br />
Browse more <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/yoga+baby+clothes?rf=">baby yoga clothes</a><br />
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<br />DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-16539771528162079722012-12-09T10:04:00.001-08:002012-12-09T10:10:51.498-08:00Microwave Brown Rice RecipeI'm not a big rice eater but do enjoy the taste of plain brown rice over white rice and the higher glycemic index is better for diabetics and probably most others as well.<br />
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There are lots of microwave brown rice recipes online. I found one and to make really fluffy, dry brown rice, I found modifying the recipe I chose worked really well. My 10 year old microwave may be the issue so if you've tried making brown rice in your microwave and experienced issues, try the recipe below with the modifications I've added.<br />
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THE PERFECT BROWN RICE</h3>
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<li>Wash the rice to remove the starchiness. </li>
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<li>I use an old microwave rice cooker but any safe bowl with a tight fitting lid will do. Ratios of rice to water for brown rice are 1:4 rice to water. For example 1 cup rice | 4 cups water.</li>
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<li>Cover and microwave until water boils (10 - 15 minutes depending on microwave).</li>
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<li>CAREFULLY remove cover (steam does burn).</li>
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<li>Microwave uncovered 20-30 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.</li>
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Let me know how this works for you and if you make modifications, please share by commenting. Have a terrific holiday season!<br />
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DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-5572987261254734342012-05-21T06:30:00.008-07:002012-05-22T16:08:46.043-07:00More on Using CSS3 Multiple Background Images with BloggerBack in March, I wrote about <a href="http://dpeagreendesigns.blogspot.com/2012/03/update-your-blogger-background-using.html" target="_blank">CSS3 multiple background images</a> and using them with Blogger. There were some issues with the background rendering in some browsers when I wrote in March. Now, a mere 2 months later, it seems that with updated browser programming on most of the popular browsers, the issue is resolved. Older browser versions will show only a white background which is not a bad thing since the priority for me is that people read my blog and find something of interest.<br />
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First, one needs the individual images for the background. I use 3 -- an image for the left side, an image for the right side, and an image for the center of my blog. When I first wrote and tried using CSS3 multiple image coding, I created and used transparent pngs. The pixelation around the edges showed through and I wasn't pleased with the result.<br />
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Since then, I've been playing around with editing images to solve this problem and what I discovered is that using the center background color (or texture if that is what your Blogger background includes) as the background color on the actual images for my left and right hand borders works better than transparency. I do think the background and borders now look just how I envisioned.<br />
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This is the coding I ended up using successfully:<br />
<blockquote class="tr_bq"></blockquote><blockquote class="tr_bq"><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;">body {</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> background: </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; margin-left: 0.5in; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-size: small;">url("left-image.png") top left no-repeat,</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; margin-left: 0.5in; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-size: small;">url("right-image.png") top right no-repeat,</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; margin-left: 0.5in; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-size: small;">url("center-background-image.png") center top no-repeat;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> background-attachment: fixed;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> margin:0;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> color:$textcolor;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> font: x-small Georgia Serif;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> font-size/* */:/**/small;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> font-size: /**/small;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> text-align: center;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;"> }</span></div></blockquote>I've copied the entire section from my Blogger html coding because this is where the changes need to be made.<br />
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With regard to my image sizing, my left image ended up being 216 pixels wide, the right image is 181 pixels wide, and the center background is 1415 pixels. I don't think the width of the background image is important as long as it is wide enough to fill the open space you have. Your images may need to be wider or narrower depending on the format of your blog. I played with sizing a bit before I found what worked for my blog. There may be a mathematical way to figure this and if you are a math whiz who resolves this, I invite you to share the information in the comments below.<br />
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W3Schools has an understandable<a href="http://www.w3schools.com/css3/css3_backgrounds.asp" target="_blank"> tutorial</a> regarding using CSS3 in this way. I also found this excellent YouTube video which explains the coding in a way even a novice can understand:<br />
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I hope this helps you. Enjoy and I would love to hear how you use this along with a link to your blog or website so I can see what you've done.<br />
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Have a wonderful week and blessed day,<br />
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With the economy the way it is, most of us are trying to save and living more "green" is encouraged almost everywhere. What I've found though is like buying organic food, organic cleaners cost more than the old brands we've always used.<br />
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I'm continually trying to simplify life as well as costs as I near retirement and thought I would do a Google search for homemade cleaners. I found lots and lots of websites dedicated to organic, homemade and natural.<br />
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I'd like to use one cleaner for everything if possible and out of the several possibilities I found, this one recipe is terrific. I'm using this morning in between writing and sharing this and where I've used it, my glass sparkles and the plastics and wanna be wood of stereo and televisions is now dust free.<br />
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This multipurpose cleaner is from the <a href="http://www.newlyweds-blog.com/" target="_blank">Newlyweds Blog</a>. The tutorial for the cleaner is <a href="http://www.newlyweds-blog.com/2011/09/14/homemade-allpurpose-cleaner/" target="_blank">here</a>. It is complete with photos and instructions and very simple. Here is the recipe:<br />
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<i>1 Empty Spray Bottle<br />
10 drops dish soap<br />
10 drops essential Oil (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RSCP9W/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=newlyweds0b-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B002RSCP9W">Lavender, Lemon, Orange</a>)<br />
1/2 cup white vinegar<br />
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<i>In an empty clean spray bottle, add 10 drops dish soap, 10 drops essential oil (optional), 1/2 cup white vinegar, and fill with water. Screw top on bottle, shake and use to clean on any surface.</i></blockquote>I didn't have any essential oils available so I have a brief vinegar smell and then it's gone. The cost was minimal. I didn't have a spray bottle so I bought one at <a href="http://www.dollartree.com/" target="_blank">Dollar Tree</a> <smile>. The vinegar and dish soap were in my kitchen. The cost without the bottle was far less than a dollar. I wouldn't recommend using a spray bottle that previously contained some other type of cleaner or chemical. Once the plastic absorbs the smell, etc., I am not sure how it might affect the homemade cleaner.</smile><br />
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Have a wonderful and blessed Sunday,<br />
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<li>Cut 7" by 11" strips of muslin cloth. Fold the 7" side and sew a
1/2" seam. This should leave you with a 3" wide, 11" long tube.</li>
<li>Fill tube with between 1/4 cup and 1/3 cup of bath salts or other filler. Fold in half and shake the salts down.</li>
<li>Fold the open ended side into envelope corners (forming a point) and
then fold that section down to seal the open ends of your bag. A
portion of the raw edge may show through and I've used my serger to
finish these off after folding and filling the bag which also helps to
seal the salts in. There are several ways to secure the top. I take a
piece of jute string or twine about 2 feet long if I'm making a bath
bag, shorter for hanging potpourri, and tie a knot in each end. I then
use my sewing machine on the setting for attaching buttons and secure
the twine to the bag and seal it up at the same time. I've been told
you can use fabric glue as well, but I haven't tried it. I have stapled
the bag to close it but wasn't happy with the results.</li>
<li>If the bag is not going into water, glue small silk rosettes and/or
bits of lace and/or trim. I don't add other embellishments if the bag
is going to be used in water since I want to keep everything as pure as
possible and I haven't investigated what types of glues and
embellishments might work without adding impurities to the water.</li>
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Bath Salts Recipe</h2>
In a large bowl, mix well: 3 cups of Epsom Salts, 1 cup of Borax and
1 cup of oatmeal. This is the basic recipe. To this, add the scent or
essential oil of your choice and mix well again. If the salts are
going to be given and used from a jar, instead of using regular oatmeal
which will not dissolve in water, use colloidal oatmeal. Food coloring
can also be used for salts to be presented in a bottle or jar. Glass
should be used to store salts made with scent as the aroma will
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There are so many really well designed and cute Blogger templates available. Most are one graphic with a decorative border or borders and solid center where blog content and the sidebar are visible and are uploaded to a service like PhotoBucket or Picasa. These work well in some instances but I recently had to buy a newer computer which has a slightly different sized screen than my previous one.<br />
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When I looked at my blog, the only way the background worked was to reduce the size of the text so small that with my eyesight it became impossible to read comfortably.<br />
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Researching how to solve this problem and keep an attractive background led me to CSS (cascading style sheets) styling which allows placement of multiple background images. There are quite a few articles written about this on the web searchable through Google. <br />
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For the lay person (like me), I thought I would share how I broke down my blog background into three images and placed them within the xml coding. I use the minima 2-column template.<br />
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This was how my previous one-piece background coding looked:<br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;">body {</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> <span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;">background:$bgcolor;</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: #b6d7a8; font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> url(http://i604.photobucket.com/albums/tt127/dpeagreendesigns/BlogBackground.jpg);</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> margin:0;</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> color:$textcolor;<span style="background-color: #93c47d;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> font: x-small Georgia Serif;</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> font-size/* */:/**/small;</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> font-size: /**/small;</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> text-align: center;</div><span style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> </span><span style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; font-size: 12pt;"> }</span><br />
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I broke my column graphics off into two separate images keeping them approximately 200 pixels or less wide and 685 pixels long. I created the center background from what was left though one could probably use a small seamless tile and add those directions to the CSS. I uploaded these three graphics to my free Comcast personal web page and then coded as follows:<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;"> <span style="background-color: #b6d7a8;">background: url("http://home.comcast.net/~dpeagreendesigns/LHBorder.png") top left no-repeat, url("http://home.comcast.net/~dpeagreendesigns/RHBorder.png") top right no-repeat, url("http://home.comcast.net/~dpeagreendesigns/CenterBkgrd.png") center top no-repeat;</span></span><br />
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<div style="font-family: inherit;">The highlighted coding provides the border and background graphics on this page. It is important to remember the last image (url) is the one which will be at the bottom of the layers. If you look at my background here and compare it to the coding above, I think it will help to make sense of how this multiple background layering can work for a blog.</div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: inherit;">If you decide to play around with this, I encourage you to use a "test blog". In any event, please make sure you save the existing html template you are using so that if frustration sets in, you can copy and paste the original html coding back into your template. </div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: inherit;">There is more information available at the <a href="http://www.w3schools.com/css3/css3_backgrounds.asp" target="_blank">w3Schools website</a> as well as at <a href="http://w3c.org/">W3C.org</a>.</div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: inherit;">I am still working on the cross-browser issues this coding has with Internet Explorer but it works beautifully with Firefox. I did use <a href="http://browsershots.org/%20" target="_blank">BrowserShots</a> which allows you to view screenshots of a page in many different browsers and those that won't translate the CSS merely have a white background so content can be read. </div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: inherit;">More on this as I learn . . .</div><br />
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The weight is indeed lighter than most paperback books. The print is crisp, clear and easy to read even in bright light. I will eventually purchase a book light for reading in the evening when I don't feel like turning on all the lamps in the room. Font size is so easy to change and I believe it can be made large enough for even those who close to legally blind.<br />
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I've purchase two books from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Amazon</a> written by one of my favorite contemporary authors, John Gresham, and enjoying reading every word of the first. There are also free books available if one is looking to download a classic or the Bible.<br />
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Recent news releases from both <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Amazon</a> and local libraries and their associations bring additional great news for those on a budget or who prefer to borrow from a library. Later this year, the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a> will roll out access through Overdrive. <br />
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When I was deciding which e-book reader to purchase, I did look at the Nook. It is in color, has a touch screen and is library borrowing ready. I found the black and white screen <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a> with no touch screen to be lighter and to have enough features that I needed more to my liking.<br />
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In addition to the readability of the screen, ease of use, and light weight, I just love that the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle 3G/Wireless</a> has free internet access. There is a browser which can be accessed from the main/experimental menus and as long as there is 3G, I can surf the web, check my various email accounts, as well as order and download books.<br />
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I'm one of those people who love to read and listen to music at the same time. The <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle 3G/Wireless</a> provides plenty of space for my favorite mp3s under the same main/experimental menu as the browser. The Kindle comes with a plug that separates and gives me USB access to my computer to download my music. It also charges the battery while connected to a computer. It has speakers but my earphones work even better. I didn't purchase earphones. I used the ones from my mp3 player.<br />
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In order to find these gems, I had to read up on the Kindle before purchasing. When I visited stores to compare e-book readers, it seems none of the personnel were aware that internet browsing and music were available on the Kindle.<br />
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When I purchased my <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a>, I charged it up. I haven't had to charge it again since and I've been reading and listening to music every day. In fact, the battery indicator is still showing over half charged even with the wireless access on. I do, however, power it down when I am not using it rather than allow the screensaver to run. <br />
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The cost of the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a> will end up minimal over a very short time. The money I save on purchasing e-books rather than paperback or hard cover will add up quickly. In addition, I won't have to purge my book storage. I love keeping my books but live in a space less than 800 square feet so do not have the room to keep too many at a time.<br />
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The value of being able to order any book I want to read and then adjust the text to be comfortable for my aging eyes outweighs the cost already. While large print books are available, not everything I want to read is available in large print on paper. <br />
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If you love to read and are finding yourself doing so less and less because of the strain on your eyes trying to read what seems to be finer and finer print, don't be afraid to try the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a>. <br />
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I love the smell of a paper bound book. I love the feel. I love turning pages. All this is lost with an e-book reader but the enjoyment of being able to comfortably read text in a font large enough I don't have to squint or stop reading every few minutes to give my eyes a rest outweighs the loss. <br />
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After all, I can still walk through a book store or a library and pick up a book, smell it and turn the pages. Then I can sit down or take a walk, sit in the sun and read from my <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HZYA6E/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=dpmyvi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004HZYA6E%22%3EKindle%203G,%20Free%203G%20+%20Wi-Fi,%203G%20Works%20Globally,%20Graphite,%206%22%20Display%20with%20New%20E%20Ink%20Pearl%20Technology%20-%20includes%20Special%20Offers%20&%20Sponsored%20Screensavers%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=dpmyvi-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004HZYA6E&camp=217145&creative=399373%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20%21important;%20margin:0px%20%21important;%22%20/%3E">Kindle</a> while listening to my favorite tunes.<br />
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font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif;"> DAISY DAZE Size 8... </span> </a> <br> <div style="font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif; float: left; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"><a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(178, 178, 178);" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyShuttleMaker" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'"> LadyShuttleMak... </a> </div><div style="color: rgb(120, 192, 66); font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif; float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">$7.50 </div></td> </tr> </tbody></table><p style="color: rgb(178, 178, 178); font-size: 10px; font-family: sans-serif; margin-left: 10px;"><a href="http://www.whalesharkwebsites.com/tools/treasury.php">Treasury tool</a> is sponsored by <a href="http://lazzia.com">Lazzia.com A/B image testing</a>. </p>DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-53212630842856393932011-02-24T13:34:00.000-08:002011-02-24T13:34:00.890-08:00One of my pillow cover patterns featured in this treasury :)<h2 style="font-size: 16px; 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padding: 0px;" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.203614094.jpg" width="110px"> <br> </a> <a style="text-decoration: none;" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/33783128" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'"> <span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif;"> Australian Red Agat... </span> </a> <br> <div style="font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif; float: left; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;"><a style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(178, 178, 178);" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BeadsAndPearls" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'"> BeadsAndPearls </a> </div><div style="color: rgb(120, 192, 66); font-size: 7px; font-family: sans-serif; float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">$ </div></td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px; text-align: left;" width="110px" height="110px"> <a style="text-decoration: none;" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63342172" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'"> <img style="border: medium none; 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If you know how to cast on and off and perform the knit stitch, it is easy and the resulting dishcloth(s) you knit are absolutely wonderful to use in your kitchen or give as gifts.<br />
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Start by using 100% cotton yarn. I like using white or ecru just because as with anything used regularly in the kitchen sink, it should withstand bleaching and/or repeated sanitizing.<br />
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I've been using Lily "The Original Sugar 'n Cream" 4 ply worstd weight 100% cotton yarn. It is usually available at Walmart and K-Mart and very reasonably priced.<br />
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Alright here are the instructions, abbreviations first:<br />
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K = Knit; st(s) = stitch(es); tog = together; YO = yarn over; rep = repeat.<br />
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Cast on 4 sts.<br />
Row 1: K across<br />
Row 2: K 2, yo, K to end of row<br />
Repeat Row 2 until there are 43 stitches on your needle.<br />
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Now to decrease:<br />
Decreasing Rows: K1, K2 tog, yo, k2 tog, K to end of row.<br />
Continue "decreasing row" until 4 st remain.<br />
Cast off remaining st.<br />
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That's it. I hope you try this pattern. Let me know how it goes for you. I'll post a photo of mine as soon as I am finished. Unfortunately, all my previous cloths have gone to cloth heaven...DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-76127418253831662462010-12-25T08:16:00.000-08:002010-12-25T08:17:09.689-08:00Merry ChristmasI have been away for quite awhile. Healing from surgeries and getting back to work in my bread and butter job full time has taken the bulk of my energy. I am hoping to get back to sharing here right after the first of the year.<br />
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Currently, I am working on making sure all my patterns/designs are ready for instant download and then setting up my own domain and website which will allow you to purchase through either PayPal or Google checkout and then download your selected pattern right away. It is definitely a work in progress but I am hoping to have the website complete and online by the first of June, 2011. What are your plans for 2011?<br />
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Notice I did not say "resolutions." These are usually gone by the 10th of January at the latest. I believe we have the best of intentions when we make resolutions but without an action plan, they do go nowhere.<br />
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May you and yours have a blessed holiday season no matter which holiday you celebrate, if any at all.<br />
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Hope life in your world is going well.<br />
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Meanwhile, I have found great inspiration in paisleys produced in the 1960s and earlier. I've been spending some time converting these great fabrics to 14" and 16" pillow cover patterns and have listed them on both my <a href="http://dpeagreendesigns.etsy.com/">Etsy</a> and <a href="http://dpeagreendesigns.ecrater.com/">eCrater</a> shops.<br />
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I'm also doing some more web design but healing slows down progress <smile>. I have received some wonderful feedback on the pillow designs. Some who have purchased them are going to add beading and make evening bags. </smile><br />
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Even though I call these pillow cover tops, they can really be used for any inspiration you may have. I'd love to hear what you plan to do with yours and hope you will share some photos with me.<br />
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I have some new cross stitch designs that I'm rolling out in both my Etsy and eCrater shops over the next week or so and want to share pictures. This series of pillow cover patterns is all paisley in its wonderful variations. Some of the customers who purchased previous patterns have these terrific comments about them:<br />
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<blockquote><i>Gorgeous pattern, can't wait to make a bag with this one! Many thanks.</i><br />
</blockquote><blockquote><i>Fantabulous pattern and a really lovely helpful seller. I'll be back!</i><br />
</blockquote><blockquote><i>Absolutely amazing! I just love them! Fantastic seller, amazing communication, thanks so much!</i><br />
</blockquote>Remember, I also do custom work and can convert not only your favorite fabric but photos to a cross stitch pattern to be worked in your choice of fabric and to create a one of a kind piece. Add beading or other embellishments and create a bag, scarf or something special for your home or as a gift for a friend.<br />
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Okay, back to resting and recuperating :)<br />
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Here's something specificlly for my Google Checkout customers. If you purchase using another source (PayPal or Amazon Payments), contact me by email (or convo on Etsy) to receive the same discount in the form of a refund.<br />
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<div style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;">Get $5.00 (discount) off purchases of $30.00 (cart minimum) or more before shipping and tax with Google Checkout. Limit 1 per person. Offer available November 24, 2009 -- December 17, 2009).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To use Google Checkout, visit my shop at: <a href="http://dpeagreendesigns.ecrater.com/">eCrater</a>.<br />
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</div>DPeaGreenDesignshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05316825061157587749noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8263274152434838815.post-16217949726137700142009-11-16T18:51:00.000-08:002009-11-16T18:51:23.730-08:00Monday Miscellany -- Taking some time offI'm having surgery this week so will not be blogging for a week or three.<br />
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Until then,<br />
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Diane xoxoxo<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">These aren't precious, in stones anyway, but certainly are to me. Among my most kitschy items from my maternal grandmother over the years are two sets of the same beaded earrings: one in hot pink and the other in hot aqua. Both are clip on and still have the original backing. Even though these were most probably bought sometime in the late 50s, I thought they were very cool in the late 60s and wore them with my self-made shift of many colors a la Twiggy.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then there were pins! Oh yes, what was a sweater without a pin on the lapel?? For some, the glitzier the better!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Even though this pin was a bit glitzy, it also has cream or vanilla enamel and a goldtone tree. I'm surprised that I didn't wear the gold off but then plating used to be plating and today it's like new.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Last, but truly one of my favorites -- so much so, I rarely wear it. I enjoy taking it out and looking at it. I should most probably put this in a small shadow box, but I enjoy touching it too much. That's the tactile me....</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Yes, it's a pin that becomes earrings in total pave crystals. My pictures do not do these pieces justice but I hope you can see and appreciate their beauty if you're a vintage lover.<br />
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</div>Today's article is going to be a bit short. It does look like there's some good news out there for Etsians. Today's "e-Marketing News" carries an article entitled "<a href="http://www.emarketer.com/blog/index.php/ebay-etsy-popular-destinations-holiday-shopping-season/">eBay and Etsy Will Be Popular Destinations This Holiday Shopping Season</a>". The final paragraph is particularly hopeful:<br />
<blockquote>Etsy, a source for handmade items, will also attract affluent shoppers. “Some of the better items on Etsy are really high quality and speak to the same values of craftsmanship and creativity that people usually look for in a luxury good,” Hader said. Etsy, founded in 2005, has more than doubled the value of goods sold on its site to $17.7 million in October 2009, up from $8.4 million a year earlier.<br />
</blockquote>KenziePoo, a very adorable blog about "everything baby", is having a giveaway. To see what is required to enter, check yesterday's article out, <a href="http://kenziepoo.blogspot.com/2009/11/etsy-giveawaybird-in-flight-boutique.html">"Etsy Giveaway: Bird in Flight"</a>. <br />
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