tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26054246059910464822024-03-27T02:37:29.464-04:00Itchin' Stitchin'Mother of 3 Children, Full time job, and trying to start her own business in the craft world. Baking, crafting, gardening, and parenting tips.Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.comBlogger425125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-81109178238027988412015-06-24T17:21:00.000-04:002015-06-24T17:21:23.930-04:00Awakening<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099901296" title="June Day by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="June Day" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/504/19099901296_c663421f7b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099905216" title="Tree buds by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tree buds" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/262/19099905216_fc50475d1c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099902866" title="Pavillion by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pavillion" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/257/19099902866_808f3fa4b5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18939924779" title="Daffodil Vase by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Daffodil Vase" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/269/18939924779_a6d3b6509f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099903306" title="June Bloom by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="June Bloom" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/323/19099903306_faea713a30_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19120369822" title="Window View by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Window View" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/300/19120369822_d58a52cc00_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18505443943" title="All Hair by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="All Hair" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/513/18505443943_6d3909285f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099898886" title="Golden Rose by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Golden Rose" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/304/19099898886_6c757b5ff3_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099904036" title="June Rose Garden by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="June Rose Garden" height="426" src="https://c4.staticflickr.com/4/3697/19099904036_b70d926107_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19129466631" title="simply cottage by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="simply cottage" height="426" src="https://c4.staticflickr.com/4/3834/19129466631_b246fd8a6c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18939930809" title="door by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="door" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/456/18939930809_13f16134d0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18938349960" title="City Of Roses by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="City Of Roses" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/284/18938349960_902e6d302d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19129465181" title="Azaela by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Azaela" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/405/19129465181_ffced61c81_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18938348840" title="Peace Fingers by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Peace Fingers" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/337/18938348840_10d3380aec_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19099902456" title="June Petals by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="June Petals" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/500/19099902456_0e9f0a2ac4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19129461731" title="Rose Child by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rose Child" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/562/19129461731_bcef06629b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18938460808" title="Garden moment by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Garden moment" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/301/18938460808_922afc9137_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/19126065085" title="Gaurd of the Roses by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Gaurd of the Roses" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/258/19126065085_6b9e9aec66_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/18938347950" title="Vintage Rose by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Vintage Rose" height="426" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/342/18938347950_e698832921_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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Just an ordinary sunny June day. A walk up to the rose garden, smiles, bees buzzing about. I had a dream yesterday that involved all the things I'm longing for. One of those dreams that's hard to wake from. It filled my head full of ideas. </div>
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These past couple of months I've been contempt just being. Going to work, coming home, and small adventures captured on <a href="https://instagram.com/itchinstitchin/">Instagram</a>. My pottery has come along nicely. My house has stayed surprisingly the same. My kids have grown leaps and bounds, but really that only takes a blink of the eye. </div>
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Being busy always keeps me happy, working toward something gives me hope, there are days where I need to remind myself it's ok to relax. </div>
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Right now I don't want to relax. There are pictures that need to be captured, projects that need to be planned, and staying as creative and productive with my time is exactly where I want to be. I'm not making promises, I'm not setting time lines, I'm simply being in the moment. </div>
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" There came a day in sunny June entirely for me" - I think that's today.</div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-9181498659512716732015-02-04T08:08:00.000-05:002015-02-04T08:08:00.126-05:00Snow Lazy<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16189048846" title="New Year Mantle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="New Year Mantle" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7507/16189048846_540da5ee90_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16138721225" title="Moon Goddess Ornaments by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Moon Goddess Ornaments" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8608/16138721225_9f77233ea7_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15518977223" title="Tree Focused by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tree Focused" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7526/15518977223_c35ac976b0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16138720675" title="Tree Unfocused by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tree Unfocused" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7470/16138720675_07e88610e2_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15592521894" title="Hummingbird Plant by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Hummingbird Plant" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7534/15592521894_72c8713c8c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16213040191" title="All White Cross Stitch by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="All White Cross Stitch" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7529/16213040191_54c6e61134_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15951260628" title="Topaz Peeking by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Topaz Peeking" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7553/15951260628_374e95c25d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16137969072" title="Yule Mantle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Yule Mantle" height="427" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7571/16137969072_9abd28022e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16214924685" title="Starfish Plant by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Starfish Plant" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8601/16214924685_d23889ac54_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15592522244" title="Paper Star by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Paper Star" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7513/15592522244_33805f70b5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15516372354" title="Holiday Deer by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Holiday Deer" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8644/15516372354_3c1966ded1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16027410568" title="Rock Plant by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rock Plant" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7464/16027410568_43f2f93f22_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15592521564" title="New Year New Plants by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="New Year New Plants" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7543/15592521564_cfcb0351b2_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16214925335" title="2014 Gifts by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="2014 Gifts" height="427" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7549/16214925335_f709804ee5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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Snow fall after snow fall. We are slowing digging ourselves out. I feel like all the New England towns are really just creating snow tunnels more than plowing. There has been lots and lots days home from school, which has made our hot chocolate supply run low. And to think just this last holiday season, I was wondering if we would have any snow this year.<br />
Right now is the busiest time of year for us. Most people it's before the holidays but with us it's after. There are three birthdays in a row, tax season, school projects, and endless work tasks. I've been trying to plan or take pictures or do anything on my days off - but it's really hard not to just be lazy. There really has not been much going on around here besides watching all the episodes of <i>Gilmore Girls</i>.<br />
There is still pottery, and I've finished my cross stitch project. We are planning on finishing Aries room soon, Then there are spring plans of a garage makeover and a moon garden. Right now, with Blizzards and the sound of plows outside, you are going to find me in pajama pants, under a heating blanket, on the couch.<br />
So I'm crossing my fingers the birds start chirping outside again, that the whistling of the radiators settle, and I can feel my toes again.<br />
Spring - I miss you.<br />
* <span style="font-size: x-small;">All the pictures from this post were taken before or right after the holidays </span></div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-62457997790921163372014-12-16T23:09:00.000-05:002014-12-16T23:09:41.839-05:00Wreaths and Dried Fruit<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15852663490" title="Yule Wreath by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Yule Wreath" height="438" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/15852663490_7b8235d052_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15853887629" title="Holiday Wreath by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Holiday Wreath" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7496/15853887629_9749233409_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15417661004" title="Dried Fruit Garland by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Dried Fruit Garland" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8682/15417661004_ddd62a2cde_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15420281813" title="Star wreath by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Star wreath" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7574/15420281813_686f8ee7e4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16039943245" title="O Christmas Tree by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="O Christmas Tree" height="381" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8665/16039943245_763f8305fc_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16039942715" title="Topaz my familiar by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Topaz my familiar" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7507/16039942715_59360ff82c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15853887699" title="Window Door Wreath by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Window Door Wreath" height="446" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8646/15853887699_592bea16cb_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/16039943165" title="Natural Sun Catchers by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Natural Sun Catchers" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8648/16039943165_17e5c07e94_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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I feel an onset of a chest cold kicking in but we aren't going to talk about it because I'm in denial. Partly because it's so close to the holidays and simply ... I don't want it! At least the house is all festive with all our handmade goods. </div>
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Last weekend I went to my mothers house and gathered all the woodland items I could find. Pine cones, sticks, pine tree branches, grapevine... really an over abundance of items. The kids played while we made wreaths and drank hot cocoa. It was a really great way to spend the day. Funny thing is the window wreath with the bird was made twice, </div>
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When leaving my moms, I packed the Jeep very carefully and got the kids all buckled. The wreath made it home all safe and sound - I joked about putting a bird on it, which I promptly did when I got home. Dear hubby helped me hang it on our door - all was well. The next day on the way home from a family outing the door closed and the wreath was bumped swiftly causing it to fall into pieces. Less than 24 hours was the first ones total time alive. We put the pieces on the table, I didn't have the heart to tackle putting it back together right then. A couple of days later, with the help from my <a href="http://instagram.com/itchinstitchin">instagram</a> picture, I managed to hot glue it all back together. A true Christmas miracle!</div>
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This year we decided to celebrate both Yule and Christmas. The kids are excited to learn new traditions, as well as celebrating with the ones we already established. We dried fruit and strung it up in the windows, as natural sun catchers. Lavender, that was the last of our gardens harvest and this years Thanksgiving centerpiece, was mixed with mint and dried fruit to make a potpourri. We've complied a nice mix of songs to play on the night of winter solstice. There are gifts ready to be wrapped and put under the tree for Christmas, The kids have already made Christmas cookies and open their advent calendars full of chocolate every morning. The mischief filled Elf is back in our house - he even scanned himself with my printer for the kids to find. </div>
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What tradition are you planning this year? Any new or old favorites? I love how everyone celebrates a little different this time of year ...but it's still all about the same thing. Spending time with family, loved ones, and bringing joy to others. </div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-19828411430995822672014-12-09T13:46:00.000-05:002014-12-09T13:46:27.014-05:00Many Reasons To Be Thankful <div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15365081723" title="Thanks Table by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Thanks Table" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7532/15365081723_eb24f0ed1e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15797422660" title="Cranberries by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Cranberries" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7474/15797422660_e4865a96ee_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15365081603" title="Thanksgiving by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Thanksgiving" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7502/15365081603_8808c9bf72_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15798971967" title="Centerpiece of Thanks by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Centerpiece of Thanks" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7572/15798971967_7eee405f0c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15797422520" title="Give Thanks by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Give Thanks" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8678/15797422520_cfa708cc69_z.jpg" width="640" /><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15798971477" title="Christmas Windows by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Christmas Windows" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7560/15798971477_f2e8b1eb70_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15365082003" title="Gravy Pitcher Pottery by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Gravy Pitcher Pottery" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8590/15365082003_13b36976b4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15797310318" title="Thanksgiving by the fireplace by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Thanksgiving by the fireplace" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8564/15797310318_03f2aab71d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15798971617" title="Sleeping Norwich by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Sleeping Norwich" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8619/15798971617_102014c2d3_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15362440744" title="Christmas 2014 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Christmas 2014" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7583/15362440744_5b83e077f1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15984694795" title="Hot Cocoa by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Hot Cocoa" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8599/15984694795_68717485e3_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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It's a little late for a Thanksgiving post but I had to share what our feast looked like. Pottery pieces all made by myself were scattered about the table. Herbs from the garden were clipped for the last time this year, and proudly displayed in the center of table. The kids kept running back and forth from the kitchen to the living room, sometimes helping me measure ingredients for the sides. Our oven decided to fail about a week before the actual meal, so this year my mom made all the oven related food - including the big turkey. There was lots of mashing up the sides on our end and some how, some way it all came out picture perfect, even better than expected. </div>
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The day after, we started putting up our Christmas tree and put mason jars with tea lights in the windows. It's not your typical New England winter here, as we have yet to see more than a small dusting of snow, but when it does finally arrive I want our house to have the look of a cozy little cottage on the hill. Books raise the mason jars in the windows, and the tree was put in the dining room so people driving by can see the twinkling lights. Nothing but white lights. In fact if I could fill the whole house with them I would. </div>
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This year we gave thanks to opportunities that were new or ones that would soon come, our family - we always feel so blessed to have happy chattery children that make this house come alive, and our home. We love this castle on the hill and when there was even a thought this year that we might have to leave the area, our hearts were sad. The opportunities that we were waiting on have arrived, so that idea is long gone, another thing we are thankful for. </div>
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Now we are off collecting nature to make wreaths for our doors and drying fruit to make garland. I'm still working on my cross stitch, pottery pieces, and other crafty bits. Holidays are just around the corner! </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-26043340981278750762014-11-18T11:17:00.001-05:002014-11-18T11:17:59.273-05:00Bits of Fall<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15819904565" title="Art Studio Window by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Art Studio Window" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7526/15819904565_5b45c27e05_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15635054060" title="Halloween 2014 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Halloween 2014" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5608/15635054060_1227afaa99_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15200462803" title="Super Girl by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Super Girl" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5602/15200462803_a23cf6e60f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15634080259" title="Enough by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Enough" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7490/15634080259_af893cbecf_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15634078979" title="Moon Pottery by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Moon Pottery" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5608/15634078979_249f01c6b0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15821454582" title="Pumpkins in a Row by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkins in a Row" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5613/15821454582_3129468723_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15634080509" title="Cat Starburst Sun by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Cat Starburst Sun" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5614/15634080509_a6b52310e3_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15634483668" title="Castle on the Hill Oct 2014 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Castle on the Hill Oct 2014" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7509/15634483668_7d4654fe27_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15634079789" title="Metal Pumpkin by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Metal Pumpkin" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7489/15634079789_ed0d60509f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15819904535" title="Unmade Bed by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Unmade Bed" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7477/15819904535_0749a2781e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15821455032" title="Stone Letter Press by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Stone Letter Press" height="425" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5602/15821455032_3b7c49eb42_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15199932824" title="Upclose White Cross Stitch by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Upclose White Cross Stitch" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7558/15199932824_4fe6a882c7_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15199933234" title="Onyx Thyme by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Onyx Thyme" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5614/15199933234_cee47eaf36_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15199932944" title="Top of Stairs by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Top of Stairs" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8615/15199932944_6f3ac78130_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15821454772" title="Painted Leaves by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Painted Leaves" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7488/15821454772_5cdbbd03df_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15199933444" title="Pottery Collection by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pottery Collection" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7569/15199933444_9905a2f739_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15818009351" title="White Cross Stitch by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="White Cross Stitch" height="426" src="https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8591/15818009351_4caf5cea0e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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Our fall has been filled with goodness. On Halloween night it drizzled rain and was chilly but that didn't stop our light up stick figure and super girl. Odyn's costume was such a big hit - he even would stop and pose for people including a police man who drove by and a pizza delivery person. Our town is wonderful and filled with such kind hearted people. The police were even handing out candy to the little ones. We walked all over the neighborhood, until little hands were too cold and too wet to go any longer. Damien was determined to just stay home this year, so he handed out candy with my mom. </div>
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There has been such a chill in the air lately. We lit our fireplace last night for the first time this year. I'm a true believer that fall doesn't end until after Thanksgiving, even though there are Christmas and winter decorations everwhere. My pumpkins are still out and I painted leaves to make a Thanksgiving garland. </div>
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My making ideas have been over flowing lately. I've started a cross stitch, that I plan on framing and hanging in the dining room. There has been more and more art pieces being hung up around the house. Right now, there is a pottery wheel hanging out in my dining room corner - it's too cold to work out in the garage. My pottery collection is growing and growing and with it my skill. The other night in class I made my biggest bowl to date. While we save to get the kiln up and running, I'm starting to clean out unwanted fabric to put in the shop, plan out the studio space in the garage, and work on a new online space. Such exciting things to come in the months ahead.</div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-37683727668445626362014-10-21T11:34:00.001-04:002014-10-21T11:35:23.156-04:00Pumpkins, Apples, Oh Pie!<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472770015" title="Pumpkins by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkins" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5612/15472770015_83548814e4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472768545" title="Fall Door by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Door" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3951/15472768545_4c9d49d6ee_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285889349" title="Apple Orchard by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Apple Orchard" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5614/15285889349_c38edc8236_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15449685716" title="Assisted by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Assisted" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2946/15449685716_b029da9cb5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15469642031" title="First Apple by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="First Apple" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3956/15469642031_f01aca6d63_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286211177" title="Bag Full by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Bag Full" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2950/15286211177_0e926e669e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472430202" title="Fall Damien by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Damien" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2948/15472430202_5756d7186b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472431182" title="Fall Corn by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Corn" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5605/15472431182_b598e2c89f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472431582" title="Granny Smith by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Granny Smith" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2947/15472431582_42d6c3e0db_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285890159" title="Family Apple Picking by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Family Apple Picking" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5600/15285890159_779f9cbc28_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285889209" title="Fall Aries by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Aries" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2950/15285889209_6e182084da_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15469642951" title="Willow Arbor by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Willow Arbor" height="438" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5608/15469642951_53503d0aaa_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286067190" title="Sunflowers passed by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Sunflowers passed" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15286067190_3053e24d47_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15449685226" title="Ripe For Picking by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Ripe For Picking" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2950/15449685226_55e5ce27c9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285889269" title="Pumpkin picking by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkin picking" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3948/15285889269_b27763d085_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15469643001" title="Fall Farm by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Farm" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5597/15469643001_77a8b52218_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472769505" title="Pumpkin picked by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkin picked" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3952/15472769505_fa2d7eaac9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286140688" title="Odyn's Pumpkin by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Odyn's Pumpkin" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5603/15286140688_2438348ca6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472768295" title="Picked Apples by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Picked Apples" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3947/15472768295_fdc501db61_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286142168" title="Pumpkin Stem by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkin Stem" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2950/15286142168_dbc02413af_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286210557" title="My Pumpkin by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="My Pumpkin" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2948/15286210557_12461d59f6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285888229" title="Onyx Apple Amazed by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Onyx Apple Amazed" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5603/15285888229_b37ce1c8f7_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286211487" title="Pumpkin Mantle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pumpkin Mantle" height="450" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3956/15286211487_087c71404d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472432482" title="Spooky Mantle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Spooky Mantle" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5608/15472432482_0272a17961_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15285890429" title="Onyx sleeps by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Onyx sleeps" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2946/15285890429_93d9bf5acb_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15286066510" title="Apple Pie 1 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Apple Pie 1" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3933/15286066510_946a815423_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472432162" title="Fall Candle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Candle" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5599/15472432162_a2ffe8267d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15449686126" title="Halloween Mantle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Halloween Mantle" height="435" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2949/15449686126_de55e77d8e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15472767405" title="Apple Pie 2 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Apple Pie 2" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5610/15472767405_293c078993_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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We have picked our way through fall. There is still a pile of apples sitting on the corner of my dining room table waiting for something to be done with them. There has been over 4 apples pies made, applesauce, and a large pile given away.</div>
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The leaves are making quite a show around here. Some trees look like they are working inside out, changing their leaves to a bright yellow leaving the rims still green, while others look as if they are mimicing a flame. Once they have given into the wind they twirl about in the air to do one final dance - which in turn makes the cats all wide eyed and crazy.</div>
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Our giant pumpkins are proudly displayed by our door and the house is all decorated for spookiness. The oldest decided he was too "old" for trick-or-treating this year, which secretly is breaking my heart into a million pieces. But the other little ones are excited to bring home their bounty of candy to gobble up and have their costumes all ready. </div>
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This time of year always begs me to sit down and start some projects. Right now I am working on a baby quilt for a co-worker and preparing our garage to turn into a clay studio. There are projects I've pinned, ideas jotted down, and every week go to pottery class. Tomorrow I get back another batch of items from the kiln, some of the best I've done so far. </div>
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While I seem to be documenting my day to day far better on <a href="http://instagram.com/itchinstitchin">Instagram</a> then on here lately - I can't wait to share all my fall projects.</div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-24630071630453740502014-09-09T19:16:00.000-04:002014-09-09T19:16:49.887-04:00Found <div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15003111490" title="Sailing by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Sailing" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5565/15003111490_976b595f1b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15003214677" title="Fall Beach by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fall Beach" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3914/15003214677_18252e54d5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15189401722" title="Sunflower Field by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Sunflower Field" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3887/15189401722_ebf2cdaf2c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15186757401" title="Damien Portrait by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Damien Portrait" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5566/15186757401_c78c225104_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15166755756" title="Plane by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Plane" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5568/15166755756_5fc23141e1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15189401772" title="Stonington CT by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Stonington CT" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5572/15189401772_ab38cd2981_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15166755766" title="Odyn Portrait by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Odyn Portrait" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3857/15166755766_cd18f87de3_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15190506611" title="Mermaid Door by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Mermaid Door" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3886/15190506611_1932b81952_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15003216627" title="Old Pottery Mill Site by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Old Pottery Mill Site" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3904/15003216627_afe1c72931_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15003214817" title="Stone Lighthouse by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Stone Lighthouse" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5589/15003214817_aaaa28300d_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15189777375" title="Pier by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pier" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3894/15189777375_258214513b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15186757411" title="Aries Portrait by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Aries Portrait" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5574/15186757411_5b9fe67345_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15003207188" title="Found by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Found" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3861/15003207188_2b8057cf2d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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We visited the site of an old pottery mill this weekend. The kids had fun running on the pier, looking for broken pottery that still remains on the shore from the 1800's. Sail boats seemed to dot the blue crisp water, while puffy clouds drifted over head. It felt good just to get out of house. To take a drive into an unkown town, explore, and spend a day together. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-74489468160624030472014-09-02T15:22:00.000-04:002014-09-09T19:17:51.883-04:00Back <div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933843978" title="Cabinet Whimsy by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Cabinet Whimsy" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5569/14933843978_63cc8efc6d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933845628" title="Holiday Crafts Feature by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Holiday Crafts Feature" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3908/14933845628_e55a956459_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15120406895" title="Jewels on the Dresser by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Jewels on the Dresser" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3905/15120406895_f4514f5a4b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933842187" title="Studio Corner by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Studio Corner" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5558/14933842187_95f83207db_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933842337" title="Top of the Stairs by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Top of the Stairs" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5567/14933842337_15df4739a4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15120036022" title="Bags by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Bags" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3869/15120036022_63cba8a4f6_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933713909" title="Window Cat by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Window Cat" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5564/14933713909_f19ea1f15f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15097415566" title="German Chocolate Cake by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="German Chocolate Cake" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3873/15097415566_7361e387d1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933756050" title="Featured by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Featured" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3922/14933756050_c4f67dfab6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/15120407395" title="Bathroom window by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Bathroom window" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3840/15120407395_43be6feb0d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14933756760" title="Cake Lets Eat It by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Cake Lets Eat It" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/14933756760_1e65d7e09f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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This weekend, hot muggy sticky in all it's glory seemed to go by at just the right pace. It's really truly the beginning of school, even though the children did start last Wednesday - it's the start of the homework, and lessons. We have gotten ourselves back on track with scheduled bedtimes. There is plotting of time when all three children will at school and there is quite moments at home to start projects.<br />
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I'm trying to challenge myself to get back into making or working on something every night. Just to carve an hour or two out for myself. It's harder than I thought, especially when it use to be my norm. </div>
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Recently the lovely people at Better Homes and Gardens featured me in their Holiday Crafts Magazine. I am so honored! Not only am I flattered to be featured with some many wonderful designers, it also gave me the inspiration and push I needed to keep making. So if you ever wondered how to make my Snowflake Garland here is your chance. The magazine features the step by step pattern in it. So look for it on shelves now...hopefully it will inspire you too. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-9313181511562486992014-08-19T17:09:00.001-04:002014-08-19T17:09:56.671-04:00End of Summer<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14973285155" title="Heart You by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Heart You" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5553/14973285155_79d7f90ebd_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14972958642" title="Cup Pitcher by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Cup Pitcher" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3846/14972958642_5b1f932036_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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End of summer. Time for new beginnings. We've finished up school shopping and are ready to get back into a schedule. Things have changed around here - just when we thought we had it all figured out, isn't that how it always works? </div>
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The job I started ended, and at the same time got notice that my husbands will too. I've decided to go back to my previous job while he still searches. As much as you think these things will never happen - they can. We still don't know whats at the end of tunnel but for now we are taking it one day at a time. </div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-89862159117279959562014-07-18T16:54:00.000-04:002014-07-18T16:54:24.610-04:00Over a month?!?!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14682905041" title="Birthday Present by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Birthday Present" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5556/14682905041_fa1fbcf56b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14663095756" title="Rose Garden by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rose Garden" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2897/14663095756_6d602ba73f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14705977003" title="Farmers market by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Farmers market" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5553/14705977003_e91c830a20_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14663096186" title="Yellow Rose by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Yellow Rose" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5489/14663096186_f38fbc1748_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14187568367" title="Trying Underglaze by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Trying Underglaze" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2937/14187568367_165c1dd2ab_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499636567" title="Mint oil by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Mint oil" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3906/14499636567_dbe56b32cd_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499445999" title="old Cars by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="old Cars" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3838/14499445999_88fd818938_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14663096346" title="Ready to bloom by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Ready to bloom" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3861/14663096346_fb9d7838a9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499445909" title="Dining room Centerpiece by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Dining room Centerpiece" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2909/14499445909_91d9d16291_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499444969" title="Plans by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Plans" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2915/14499444969_b220a791f5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14685799502" title="Rose Garden 2014 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rose Garden 2014" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2939/14685799502_1eeba2f648_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14663095996" title="Rose Center by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rose Center" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5578/14663095996_954569c4e7_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499423010" title="read by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="read" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3870/14499423010_184dac0b64_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14350923276" title="Pink Center Flower by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pink Center Flower" height="426" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3879/14350923276_25da2737f9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14682903611" title="Bee Pottery by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Bee Pottery" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3852/14682903611_06d3bedfc1_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14499452588" title="Tiles by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tiles" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2910/14499452588_2ce375385c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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It's hard to believe that my last post was the beginning of June, but then again it's not. I've started my new job, giving me more time at home. </div>
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There has been a lot I've wanted to do without a day off to do it and now it's almost like days off overload. I've been playing catch up - going to farmer's market, taking trips up to the rose garden, beach days, book barn days, making mint oil.... oh the list could go on and on. It's summer and that's exactly what your suppose to do. </div>
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I'm proud to say I read two whole books in 1 week! There are plants outside right now waiting to go in the garden. I have plans to go to open studio day for pottery tomorrow, along with the beach. While there is a part of me that wants to settle down and start crossing things off my list - this part right now is having way too much fun for that. So my posts are still going to be sporadic, art will come when I want to do it, and the new shop plans will have to wait until there is a routine. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-16013359496940957722014-06-08T11:25:00.000-04:002014-06-08T11:25:15.248-04:00Spring into Changes<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14394192963" title="Purple Spring by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Purple Spring" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2932/14394192963_6c570fa5d2_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14374011545" title="Studio Corner by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Studio Corner" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2930/14374011545_59efced63e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14350925606" title="Tongue Out by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tongue Out" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2907/14350925606_36ce6cbafa_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14187448780" title="In the yard by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="In the yard" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2940/14187448780_f269ef3c96_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14394190833" title="Put a Bird on it by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Put a Bird on it" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5077/14394190833_5bf5789231_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14350925486" title="Pink Hue by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pink Hue" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2924/14350925486_84d208c91a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14372560212" title="Web Spinner by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Web Spinner" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5572/14372560212_edb04e06e0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14372556962" title="Fern by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Fern" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5237/14372556962_dae8655e3b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14372557702" title="Rosemaling drawing by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Rosemaling drawing" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2919/14372557702_68b40a759f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14187448260" title="Raspberry flower by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Raspberry flower" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5036/14187448260_dd53ebb233_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14187447480" title="After School by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="After School" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3840/14187447480_eb769a117f_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14350926586" title="Petals by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Petals" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5312/14350926586_ddc3082d94_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14370688381" title="Weeping Angel by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Weeping Angel" height="640" src="https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3910/14370688381_32e3e7c76f_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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It always seems like this time of year. The beginning of June that bring on the most changes. Call it the pollen in the air or maybe a spring itch but it's refreshing. I made a huge decision, one that I didn't even think I would make. It came about with a huge pro and cons list and much personal struggle. </div>
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A couple of posts ago I mentioned how my days off were only Wednesday and Sunday - and that just didn't seem like enough. Enough time with my children, who grow with every blink. Stress was building and sitting on my shoulders every night I came home. I found myself walking in the door frustrated and not being able to leave my day job where it belonged.</div>
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An opportunity came to work at a place that would give me 4 days off in a row, less hours, a pay cut for myself (but a large raise for my husband was in the very near future), and a night time shift. I passed it down. It didn't have a title or prestige that my current job had and the atmosphere was one I'm not use to. Plus I didn't want to go backwards in pay. Like everything that is meant to be, it came back to me again - on a day that I cried at work.</div>
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For a moment I actually thought about turning it down again. </div>
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Was a title worth more than my happiness? That small difference in pay worth more than my family? Had I really changed that much? </div>
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I woke up and took it! </div>
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Now there are plans for beach days, diving deeper into pottery, more pictures to be taken, and a smile again.</div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-58781774308992554702014-05-16T08:16:00.000-04:002014-05-16T08:16:00.058-04:00Planned By Him <div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14193079072" title="River Front by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="River Front" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7346/14193079072_5d19047815_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14008954238" title="Griswold Living by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Griswold Living" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7457/14008954238_2ee1719705_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14008953238" title="My Secret Spot by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="My Secret Spot" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5192/14008953238_7f56eb7cee_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14009015387" title="Art Light Draw by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Art Light Draw" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5494/14009015387_1967734227_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14192331621" title="1818 by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="1818" height="425" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2932/14192331621_11ea925856_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14009015877" title="Art Bedroom by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Art Bedroom" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7420/14009015877_35417981a1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14192331961" title="Museum by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Museum" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2933/14192331961_ebc5baea03_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14215755863" title="Pier by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Pier" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7438/14215755863_220767dc12_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14215756903" title="Writers Block by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Writers Block" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2919/14215756903_3c68534e77_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14008948259" title="Florence Garden by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Florence Garden" height="640" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2930/14008948259_4ceb3f6c32_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14192331221" title="Gilded Light by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Gilded Light" height="640" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7456/14192331221_2a47fb07b0_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14215756313" title="Spring Blossoms by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Spring Blossoms" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2937/14215756313_385aa46a7c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14009014957" title="Studio Shed by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Studio Shed" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2928/14009014957_d4fb9f5960_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14195614635" title="In the Ocean by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="In the Ocean" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7403/14195614635_fce7c2fd01_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14008980870" title="Little Artist by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Little Artist" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7361/14008980870_0768527e1b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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I sunk my toes in the sand, heard stories about bohemian artists, and had the sea breeze in my hair all because my husband planned it. </div>
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There's not much I don't plan. What to eat for dinner, where to go, what needs to be done when, and quite frankly it's tiresome. I've never been an all mapped out person. Random trips that happen on a whims notice - that's me. They feel like magic moments. The ones where you get to escape without a care or thought to think about, not knowing what you might discover along the way.</div>
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We were suppose to go to the largest flea market in the area this Wednesday, that was the plan. He schedule his day off, I cleared my day off - but sometimes as much as you plan, things happen you don't expect. </div>
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Then he planned it all. A day just for me. He took me to the <a href="http://www.flogris.org/">Florence Griswold Museum</a>, where there is painted door panels, and stories that made me wish I was part of the art colony started there.We ate lunch at a nearby cafe we had never been to. I showed him my secret spot I would sometimes drive to when I worked in the area and had gotten there a little too soon. </div>
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Then we combed the beach with our shoes in our hands and feet splashing in the tide. Finding sea glass, shells, and driftwood pieces for an art mobile I'm working on. </div>
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It was the best day I've never planned. </div>
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* PS - I think our little aspiring artist Miss Aries will have her own art colony one day. She had one of her art pieces picked to be in school district wide art show. We couldn't be more proud! </div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-43330520758236751772014-05-05T09:17:00.000-04:002014-05-05T09:17:29.756-04:00Wednesday Nights<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/13926677158" title="Topview by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Topview" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7340/13926677158_1accf2ae6c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14113296955" title="Studio Plants by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Studio Plants" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5154/14113296955_41e5b3db2e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14110021801" title="Play by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Play" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7197/14110021801_e8ed80008a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14063163753" title="Black Pansies by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Black Pansies" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7365/14063163753_2d19775ceb_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043148515" title="First Pieces by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="First Pieces" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/14043148515_e791630c79_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043596174" title="Spring in a Bottle by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Spring in a Bottle" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5280/14043596174_cb1c91b169_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/13926620437" title="Tunnel View by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Tunnel View" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2926/13926620437_e34e21d9e1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043602924" title="Our Bed by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Our Bed" height="640" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7131/14043602924_87fe73b10f_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14063166113" title="First Pottery Pieces by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="First Pottery Pieces" height="640" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/14063166113_a47c65f4ca_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14039940932" title="Aries & I by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Aries & I" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7131/14039940932_d5214aceb3_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/13926620227" title="Lunar Eclipse Mug by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Lunar Eclipse Mug" height="640" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2927/13926620227_90868e1c58_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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I have the weirdest days off, honestly. Sundays and Wednesdays. Sometimes it feels like I never leave my day job. But it all works schedule wise. </div>
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This year I promised myself to carve out a sliver of time that was just for me, get back to blogging, art, and to try new things. Pottery was at the top of my list. So every Wednesday night I go to pottery class. It was intimidating at first. My first real art class as an adult. </div>
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Throwing the clay, pulling up the walls, getting dirty. It's a much harder than the potters of the art world lead you to believe. My first couple of pieces are the size of toothpick holders and possibly a wonky personal sized gravy boat. </div>
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But this one class was a turning point. Hovering over the wheel, trying to get my lump of clay to go more vertical, I could hear myself in my head saying "just make a bowl already". Always being busy, in a rush, and more than likely the mom of three littles - was making me actually try to just hurry up the process, and well pressure the clay into something. The whole point of the class was to relax, slow down a bit. </div>
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What the potters have that I didn't was patience. </div>
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I'm slowly getting better. My second batch of pieces produced a nice bowl, a couple of planters, and a mug. The whole process really makes you appreciate all the pottery pieces you've ever owned and took for granted how they were made. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-47781547294111483292014-04-27T22:32:00.000-04:002014-06-08T12:41:34.840-04:00Celebration of Spring<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14063171093" title="Crocus by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Crocus" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2925/14063171093_703c74eb7d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043596794" title="Butterfly Whisperer by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Butterfly Whisperer" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7189/14043596794_05d230ddc0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14063169673" title="Succulent wall by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Succulent wall" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7278/14063169673_913099646d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14020018616" title="Yellow Spring Wreath by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Yellow Spring Wreath" height="426" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5288/14020018616_3108f345da_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14039956081" title="Prayer Rug by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Prayer Rug" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7456/14039956081_20f3587376_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043154125" title="Topaz by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Topaz" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7432/14043154125_c5b643ca1b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043596484" title="Welcoming spring by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Welcoming spring" height="426" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7135/14043596484_8d61546ce0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14020016236" title="Porch Decor by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Porch Decor" height="426" src="https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2922/14020016236_d9ed2648ca_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14043600404" title="Farmhouse Porch by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Farmhouse Porch" height="640" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/14043600404_4fb779fc2e_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14020019766" title="Farmhouse Bedroom by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Farmhouse Bedroom" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5081/14020019766_c82a6ea5a7_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14039944662" title="Laundry Room by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="Laundry Room" height="640" src="https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7192/14039944662_e27a65bbc2_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/14039943432" title="She talks to Butterflies by Amanda Wytas-Ackermann, on Flickr"><img alt="She talks to Butterflies" height="640" src="https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5149/14039943432_a3dea8d495_z.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>
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We marked spring on our calendars and have been patiently awaiting it's arrival and the new beginnings it brings. </div>
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The crocus's we planted last fall, sprung up from the grown in lovely shades of white, yellows, and purple. Odyn picked the daffodils in our yard and handed them out to the neighborhood girls. Aries talked with the butterflies, whispering to them promises, while Damien helped me clean up the old leaves still left in our yard.</div>
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On Easter we went to my mom's for a quick lunch before hubby had to go to work. It will be the last celebration in the farmhouse before it goes on the market this spring. A new beginning for my mom and her husband.</div>
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Beltane has begun in full swing. May day is right around the corner. The hopes of warmer days and longer nights.<br />
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*Farmhouse now on the market - click <a href="http://www.trulia.com/property/3157556483-118-Rafferty-Rd-Lebanon-CT-06249">here</a> if you want to see more info. </div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-55734615254842222232014-03-17T09:03:00.000-04:002014-03-17T09:03:21.392-04:00Marked Spring <div style="text-align: center;">
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We have made it past the last birthday which marks spring in our house. It was the best orange birthday a mom could pull off. </div>
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There is so much happening during the weeks around here that I made myself a schedule to follow. I've started a pottery class, which is much harder than it looks. So far I have made two wonky toothpick holders and a personal sized gravy boat - I must say all by accident. It's going to take a lot of practice to get a decent looking bowl or cup. </div>
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We are also desperately trying to finish up our bedroom but there have been little unknown hurdles. The latest one being a missing headboard and footboard, that was suppose to be delivered on Friday. Also I'm having the hardest time finding the perfect dresser and storage cabinet. Our new bed is heavenly. I just can't wait until everything has a place. </div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-52454530987647294382014-02-24T07:28:00.000-05:002014-02-24T07:28:00.351-05:00Almost Past the Birthday Hurdle<div style="text-align: center;">
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We have celebrated two out of the three birthdays that happen this time of year. Aries' had a sprinkle party and invited classmates to help crack open a pinata. That was the only thing she asked for this year. A giant pinata filled with candy. </div>
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Damien's party was more low key. Must be this new age of 11. A simple chocolate cake with chocolate frosting - no balloons, no decorations - just no fuss. He had a separate sleepover party with a friend that happened to fall on a giant snow storm here. But one friend was still able to make it, we braved the snow and went out for Hibachi, played video games, and laughed way too long into the night.</div>
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One last birthday boy to go. Which in our house marks the beginning of spring. The birds are starting to chirp, the lake at the park is starting to crack, and we are starting to see more light at the end of our days. This seems to be the most dreariest of winters. Every other day there is snow, which is magical when it falls as long as you have no plans to go anywhere. I can't wait to feel that spring motivation! It's almost here ...that last birthday.. that last hurdle....the last push to spring. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-28822515940524095312014-01-07T07:36:00.000-05:002014-01-07T07:36:00.119-05:00New Toys<div style="text-align: center;">
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Santa was very good to us this past Christmas! Damien's surprised face when he opened his gift was the best ever. It's the looks of utter disbelief. Odyn and Aries have been busy playing with their new gifts everyday. </div>
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I got a new camera! Something that was long overdue. But like most new toys I need to learn how to use it. There are more buttons, noises, and over all functions than I'm use to. The old camera is still here, now my trusty backup, so very hard to resist picking it up because I feel so comfortable with it. I just keep telling myself soon this camera will feel that same way.</div>
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Now that the holiday season is over it's time to focus on the kids birthdays and house projects. Our plan is to start working on all the bedrooms. Right now the wallpaper is off the plaster walls and is a leaving a very cold industrial look upstairs.</div>
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This is my favorite stage, the planning part. It's the time to choose paint colors, find the perfect furniture, decide on all the details. Looking at pictures to get inspiration. Day dream of new bedding, soft area rugs, and pretty patterns. </div>
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I'll be sure to take plenty before and afters.</div>
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Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-63926916176568598442014-01-05T19:13:00.000-05:002014-01-05T19:13:00.484-05:00Reflection<div style="text-align: center;">
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Wow what a year 2013 was. Looking back on the pictures it was a great year. Like every year it had it's challenges and rewards. This year I hope to be back here more. Make it a priority! Also take a couple of art classes, a summer vacation with the family, and just enjoy every moment more. Like many other full time working parents I've found that sometimes the days can blend together. This year I want to stop and take more time to really enjoy everyday. Hope your New Years is off to a great start!! </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-12235014927519424252013-12-12T07:36:00.000-05:002013-12-12T07:36:00.730-05:00Hey. Hello. Hi. <div style="text-align: center;">
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I feel like there has been this long unspoken break that happened here in this spot. Thanksgiving has come and gone without a turkey or pie picture, in fact the whole month of November. It's very unlike me, which is exactly how I've been feeling lately. </div>
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Not much on the craft work, not much about the shop, hardly any pictures being taken - except for the random photo that pops up on <a href="http://instagram.com/itchinstitchin">instagram</a>. These months have been a juggling game with work, spending time with the family, taking care of the necessities, and sleep. Now I'm starting to carve into the days finding moments for myself. Small day trips. Working on small projects for friends and a future magazine feature (something I'm over the moon about). It's the most settled, secure, and proud of us I have felt in awhile. While a little piece of me may have gotten lost in the shuffle it's starting to return. </div>
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We have really been out and about this October. Filling everyday off full of fall fun. We've taken a trip to a 6 acres corn maze, ate cider donuts, walked through old graveyards, went through an amazing path of carved pumpkins, and made magic wands in Salem. </div>
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The leaves have put on quite a show last week, looking like they have all bursted into flames. Tired, they seem to be tumbling down, gathering around our feet to make rustling sounds in the wind. Halloween is right around the corner. We have our costumes and candy ready to hand out. </div>
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November will be upon us shortly. I don't quite feel ready to give up fall this year. There is still so much I hope to get done before snow falls. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-82289608063247721762013-10-08T09:51:00.000-04:002013-10-08T09:51:01.461-04:00Fall Without Color<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546352/" title="No. 20 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 20" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7451/9409546352_1c35c1322e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765978461/" title="No. 35 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 35" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5328/9765978461_0dc293e951_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765981032/" title="No. 32 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 32" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5506/9765981032_ebf5246139_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766267273/" title="No. 33 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 33" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3686/9766267273_7788baa0f8_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766183095/" title="No. 37 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 37" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7311/9766183095_8ff2836b4a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766183425/" title="No. 36 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 36" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7387/9766183425_2d956ca2d7_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766188856/" title="No. 34 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 34" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7286/9766188856_b44f65221c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765979161/" title="No. 31 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 31" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5544/9765979161_6b122e1d3b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765979321/" title="No. 30 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 30" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7422/9765979321_83849359df_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766189666/" title="No. 28 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 28" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7326/9766189666_2e8b01ff76_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765981822/" title="No. 27 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 27" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7321/9765981822_6983eb668d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766185225/" title="No. 25 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 25" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3831/9766185225_83aa845796_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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Usually this time of year my photos are all about earthy natural fall leaves and their color. I've been noticing on my drives that more and more trees are changing into firey blossoms of color. We plan on celebrating fall properly with a trip to Salem, MA this weekend. But until then I leave you with some black and white of the children. They are losing teeth and growing inches faster than the seasons are changing.</div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-86629145013756498192013-09-16T08:38:00.000-04:002013-09-16T08:38:00.863-04:00Hello September<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766198264/" title="Sunflower by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Sunflower" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5484/9766198264_c1322b8965_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765978141/" title="Side Pony by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Side Pony" height="640" src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2859/9765978141_54d680c9eb_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766188156/" title="Knitting Kitten by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Knitting Kitten" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3781/9766188156_87998d2c69_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765980151/" title="Herb Drying by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Herb Drying" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3743/9765980151_78c24974d4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766267543/" title="Cookie Face by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Cookie Face" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5450/9766267543_baaaf49719_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766267193/" title="Mind of it's own by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Mind of it's own" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3826/9766267193_1889747591_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766198954/" title="Bee Rose Petals by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Bee Rose Petals" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3821/9766198954_a9ae42d89a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766190946/" title="Our place by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Our place" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3814/9766190946_1c5c0daa1d_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766269593/" title="Meow by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Meow" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5497/9766269593_a14f16a461_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766186085/" title="Wild Mushroom by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Wild Mushroom" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7350/9766186085_9d89cce7f9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9766190786/" title="Thorn Puzzeled by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Thorn Puzzeled" height="640" src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2842/9766190786_818db40d2a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765980402/" title="First Day 2013 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="First Day 2013" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/9765980402_41475ed5f9_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9765977991/" title="Scarf Knitting by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Scarf Knitting" height="640" src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2847/9765977991_83e686694e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
Our routine has changed. The buzz of everyday school life, children spending the waning summer light outside after homework, and us hanging onto the weekend. We are welcoming fall with our whole hearts.<br />
Plans of picking out the perfect pumpkin, maybe a hay ride through a field, and some apple picking are in order.<br />
Fall is the absolute best where we live. I can't imagine not seeing the leaves change color or smelling the change in the air. There is this musty damp crinkling crunching of a New England fall. If you never have experienced one you must take a trip here when it all happens!<br />
Right when all this starts to happen I get back into the knitting, making mode. I feel this need to bake yummy pies while wearing an apron and to light candles at night. It's almost like this internal alarm clock goes off warning that winter is right around the corner and to enjoy the comfort of fall before it's too late.<br />
Things are still crazy hectic around here but soon, very very soon it will all slow down a bit. I need to keep reminding myself of this. The long days, the tired overwhelming feeling will just melt away and soon my favorite month will be upon us. But this month, this September, we are happy to be right here right now.Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-46207705032683695742013-08-25T09:59:00.001-04:002013-08-25T09:59:51.625-04:00End to August<div style="text-align: left;">
I'm still right here. Silent, extremely busy, and enjoying the last bit of summer. Our days have been packed full with our everyday jobs, getting the kids ready for back to school, and big decisions. Those free moments to create a post just haven't popped up - a quick picture snap here and there for instagram has been about the most I've managed to do in August. </div>
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It's not the way I like to spend a month but I'm sure soon things will slow down. A cake will be needed soon to celebrate a birthday and then September will begin. Structured school schedules and quiet mornings. Aahhh!</div>
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As for my little giveaway there is a winner! </div>
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Congrats to:</div>
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Thanks everyone for entering. </div>
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I'll be back soon with a proper post. About embroidery patterns, our busy days, and lots of pictures.</div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-2800997739554162272013-07-31T10:49:00.000-04:002013-07-31T10:49:06.623-04:00Our Everyday<div style="text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546648/" title="No. 21 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 21" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3698/9409546648_932f63cbc5_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787213/" title="No. 16 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 16" height="478" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3794/9406787213_4916b2fc51_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787183/" title="No. 11 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 11" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7458/9406787183_efdf4ceca4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787185/" title="No. 22 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 22" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3757/9406787185_5eb2773911_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546574/" title="No. 17 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 17" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7340/9409546574_769838136f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787073/" title="No. 12 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 12" height="640" src="http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2823/9406787073_f08d38f757_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787091/" title="No. 23 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 23" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3694/9406787091_2f677bfe35_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546496/" title="No. 18 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 18" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/9409546496_9455c9094f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406787025/" title="No. 14 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 14" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3831/9406787025_4c2c774e14_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406786923/" title="No. 19 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 19" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7425/9406786923_574dccdd7a_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9406786895/" title="No. 13 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 13" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5335/9406786895_c44a1e1a5c_z.jpg" width="478" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546352/" title="No. 20 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 20" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7451/9409546352_1c35c1322e_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9409546364/" title="No. 15 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="No. 15" height="640" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7378/9409546364_fb3c26dab6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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The end of summer vacation is right around the corner. School uniform shopping, time to start going to bed early, and no more underwear gang. One last month. </div>
Itchin' Stitchin'http://www.blogger.com/profile/02832173649017255807noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2605424605991046482.post-90771381300973510352013-07-26T10:11:00.000-04:002013-08-23T09:50:17.774-04:00It's Time To Say Thanks!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9352300262/" title="169:365 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="169:365" height="640" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5451/9352300262_257529aa25_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9349425915/" title="Embroidered Family by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Embroidered Family" height="480" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3757/9349425915_92d0d11b5c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9352207384/" title="Pushing up Daisies by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="Pushing up Daisies" height="480" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7455/9352207384_39c1245221_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9352300492/" title="173:365 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="173:365" height="640" src="http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3774/9352300492_24aa2522a1_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itchinstitchin/9352206736/" title="159:365 by itchinstitchin, on Flickr"><img alt="159:365" height="416" src="http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5487/9352206736_3ef035142b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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These are some things I have been working on lately. An embroidered pillowcase and some embroidered old photos. The photographs would make excellent gift tags, cards, or just really awesome wall art framed. I haven't had the chance to put some in the shop yet - but they will be coming soon. </div>
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But first I wanted to have a little giveaway, one to say thank you! It's been awhile since I had one of those. </div>
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So here is the nitty gritty:</div>
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The Winner will get the standard pillowcase embroidered in the picture above and one of the embroidered photos pictured as well.</div>
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All you have to do to enter is leave a comment telling me which photos you like the most and what you would do with it?</div>
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I will pick a winner randomly from the comments on August 23rd. The giveaway is <strike>open </strike><span style="color: red;"> closed</span> to everyone worldwide. Goodluck!!!</div>
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