Essays

Lori's Notebook - Paper Blossoms

September 05, 2024

Assemble in a vessel of your choice and enjoy!

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Lori's Notebook - Painted Book Edges

June 01, 2024

I have painted the edge of a vintage book.

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Handpainted Journal Cover
Lori's Notebook

November 01, 2023

Here is what I'm making for a trip to New Mexico, a hand-sewn, hand-painted journal.

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Lori's Notebook -Scandinavian Kitchen Helper

June 08, 2023

At Uncleʼs home in Norway, I saw hanging on the kitchen wall, a length of ribbon holding several trays I thought what a lovely and useful idea.

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Lori's Notebook -Braided Rug

November 08, 2022

I am hand sewing a braided rug.

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Lori's Notebook -Quilted Project Bag

June 11, 2022

Last year I sold my house in California, gave away my truck, packed up all my life and put it on a moving van to the beautiful state of Wisconsin, hoping to make it my home.

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Lori's Notebook - Wonderments

November 03, 2021

These are my favorite buttons I’ve collected from travels.

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Lori's Notebook - Entrelac Scarf

June 01, 2021

I have been working on a slow project.

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