Peanut is at that age where I would love to start doing this type of thing. It'll be a toss-up on whether or not she'll put her hand on it like she should, without throwing a fit though. We'll have to try it out.
http://mamapapabubba.com/2013/11/12/baking-soda-clay-handprint-keepsakes
http://www.razertip.com/pyrography-pens.htm
I ordered the razertip sk beginner pyrography set. Up until now, I've been using the typical pyrography tool set you can get at any hobby store for around $30.00. That one is fine for the occasional piece but let's face it, unless you really enjoy feeling like a 4-year-old coloring with giant Crayolas (which I don't), the hobby pyro tool set isn't all that great for anyone who is interested in doing high-quality work on a regular basis. It's cumbersome, mostly, and even the ones that come with various temp settings don't give you nearly enough control over the heat. (But for tiny hobby projects, it's sufficient.) So, after long consideration and research, I had decided to upgrade. This unit/brand has great reviews so i am going to try it out!
A warning: since you will be forking out at least $200.00, if not more, for a good pyrography pen/burner, I would advise pyrography newbies to purchase and practice with the hobby tool kit. Better not to spend the larger amount first, just to find out you aren't a fan of the art form!
In other news... fallout 4 is currently downloading. I'm a kid on Christmas morning. Seriously.
I'm not sure how aware Peanut is of my witchy lifestyle but today she pointed out the car window and very clearly stated "mommy, top da wain!" To which I replied, "I'm not that kind of witch." I was tempted to start quoting The Hobbit at her but since I already received what could only be referred to as the "threenager dead stare and long-suffering sigh* for my witch comment, I refrained. She's far too old for her age X-D.
This basically sums up what I'm doing while Peanut naps... untangling yarn and studying. So much for playing Fable.
Idk if anyone else has seen the pics of the cat butt coasters gloating around the Web but here's a link to how to make them.
http://myyarnspot.blogspot.com/2014/10/free-dogcat-butt-coaster-pattern.html?m=1
Don't trust anyone who dislikes ketchup or raw chocolate chip cookie dough. There is clearly something wrong going on in their brains. ;)
We have a dog and a few minutes ago, we were warned of a blue-green algae bloom. I know of the red tide but this one is new to me. Anyway, can be toxic so you might want to check this out, especially if you, your kids, or your pets are near/in water this time of year.
http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/plants/algae/publichealth/GeneralCyanobacteria.html
Anyone who offers up Wikipedia as a credible source for information has completely lost their argument with me... at least temporarily, until they stop being lazy and do some real research. More people need to go to college *smh*
Got to try making these.
Pumpkin Dreamboat Dessert. The best dessert recipe ever. http://www.highheelsandgrills.com/2014/09/p... - http://pinterest.com/pin/169518373451257882/?s=3&m=blogger
Watching the "Steve goes to college" episode of blue's clues and i must say. .. so many feels! How is that possible?!
Neither Peanut nor I are quite sure of how to feel about Steve's brother, Joe, however.
