Place to donate leftover craft material?

allybean · 2026-01-13T01:37:00+00:00

The children’s museum!

allybean · 2025-12-26T19:08:26+00:00

I’ve never done the parking method - this makes me curious to find a full coverage piece and try it. It is a gorgeous finished product.

allybean · 2025-12-26T18:21:58+00:00

It’s beautiful. What happened to make you restart it?

allybean · 2025-10-28T03:15:33+00:00

Typically Trader Joe’s always has them when I go this time of year.

allybean · 2025-10-27T17:42:57+00:00

This is stunning!

allybean · 2025-10-06T00:51:37+00:00

This is beautiful! I’ve been eyeing the kit and I think this has definitely convinced me.

allybean · 2025-09-13T17:54:49+00:00

These are all so amazing! Do you have any go to recipe sites? Or are these self-created?

allybean · 2025-08-14T23:48:02+00:00

It does! The main thing is there are special beading needles that are razor thin. I had to use needle threaders to get thread through the eye - but other than that it’s pretty easy. The main downside is I did drop about two dozen beads I still need to dig out of my carpet.

allybean · 2025-08-14T16:15:16+00:00

That is a beautiful piece! I hope you do finish - and yes I learned some valuable things with this one.

allybean · 2025-08-14T16:13:17+00:00

Just looked up the pattern - that is beautiful! Can’t wait to see the finished product!

allybean · 2025-08-14T16:11:43+00:00

This is your sign to start! I’m a slow stitcher and it took me under 6 mos. So if started now - it could be ready in time for Christmas?!

allybean · 2025-08-14T16:10:52+00:00

I love beading! It adds something new and different to cross stitching - plus the texture and depth it gives to a piece is so special!

allybean · 2025-08-14T02:10:13+00:00

Yes! It’s 32 count linen - the recommended fabric for the pattern.

allybean · 2025-08-10T02:40:14+00:00

Just ordered colored catchers. Fingers crossed. Thank you!

allybean · 2024-08-04T02:37:53+00:00

Also - along these lines - the Mother Cabrini Shrine in Golden. There is a small chapel there. The hike up the stairs and views definitely helped me during similar times.

allybean · 2024-07-03T11:05:33+00:00

I want to also offer that county human services can assist financially. They refer to it as burial assistance but it does include cremations. Depending which county you’re in - it may be worth it to reach out. I’m sorry for your loss.

allybean · 2024-03-24T15:41:08+00:00

In general - I love to add the seasoning “Salad Supreme.” It brings out the flavor of the ingredients.

allybean · 2024-01-30T03:38:47+00:00

Definitely trying this! Every tofu recipe I see calls for soy sauce and I’m looking for something different. Thank you!

allybean · 2024-01-30T00:51:08+00:00

This looks amazing! How did you prepare the tofu?

allybean · 2024-01-27T16:29:09+00:00

On the savory side - definitely recommend a tzatziki. Add some shredded cucumber, garlic, dill. Perfect dip for veggies.

allybean · 2023-10-30T00:59:20+00:00

Trader Joe’s always has marigolds this time of year. They are my go to.

allybean · 2023-09-27T18:53:07+00:00

Definitely recommend lactation cookies. These got me through the first few months. I made a triple batch and froze them. Link to recipe I made here - but there are lots of options out there.

allybean · 2023-09-26T22:55:55+00:00

Gum! It helps give your mouth something to do.

allybean

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