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Handmade Inspirations for Spring

Did you know Spring is only weeks away? Yep, Wahoo, Yipee.  Even though it has been a very mild (to say the least) Winter I am definitely ready for a change.  I am looking forward to a little color; in the scenery, peoples clothes and maybe even a little tan on my face.  So here [...]

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Technology in the Kitchen

I’ve been hearing more about technology in the kitchen lately with the rise of tablets and smart phones. Apple doesn’t have a corner on the kitchen tech market. All kinds of innovations in cooking have bubbled up in kitchen appliances in the past decade. What are we’re seeing in Twin Cities kitchens? High BTU (British Thermal Units) A growing [...]

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Bits of Inspiration {The Color of Fall}

If fall were a color, it could only be orange. The color of leaves, pumpkins, Mario Batali’s Crocs…. OK, maybe not that last one, but spending more time indoors inevitably means spending more time in my favorite place in the world — the kitchen. I’ve got it on the brain. So how come orange so [...]

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Autumn & Architecture

One of the best things about Minnesota? Our distinct seasons! Fall is my favorite so today’s special is a delicious pairing of autumn & architectural inspiration. Enjoy!   M.Valdes Architects White Space Architecture SALA Architects John Gavin Dwyer Locus Architects CF Design Rehkamp Larson Architects

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Bits of Inspiration {Fall Colors}

Autumn is upon us and this year the fall leaves are predicted to be the most colorful display we have seen in over 10 years.   In anticipation of the impending foliage phenomenon, here are some bits of hand made fall color inspiration.   Salsa Rift by laNeva Artisan Tile Harvest Hues Felted Acorns by Rainy [...]

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Bits of Inspiration {Handbags}

Gone are the days of mismatched handbags and shoes.   Growing up I was always taught to match my handbag, shoes and belt.  Clearly that rule went away, for a while, but it’s coming back in style this fall; along with matching nail polish and lipstick.   Leather handbags are on trend for this fall; a [...]

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