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Episode 195July 30, 2026

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Show Your Colors Tee by Sari Nordlund, De Rerum Natura Antigone in Lune and Voie Lactée (moon and milky way!)-- DONE!!

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film

Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan

SSAL 2026: Chameleonic Socks by Stephen West, Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Crazy in Butterfly Kisses, West Wool Hex in Explore (blue- shocking, I know)

On the Easel 9:41Oils!

Envelopes!

Dragonflies!

On the Table 20:58Sarti Rosa is here!

Japanese Curry- Tenderheart

July cookbook: minimalist cooks at home by mark bittman

Sausage and grapes

Paella

Chicken with sweet and sour sherry sauce and mushrooms

Chicken Enchiladas mash up from America’s Test Kitchen and Skinny Taste.

Chicken pancake–blank canvas recipe

NOT Vodka sauce pasta!!! SO GREAT!

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Good Talk by Mira Jacob

Repetition by Vigdis Hjorth, trans by Charlotte Barslund

Teo’s Durami by Elaine U. Cho

The Tapestry of Fate by Shannon Chakraborty

An Edge Sharp Enough by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Bodies of Magic by Freye Marske

Son of Nobody by Yann Martel

Land by Maggie O’Farrell

Land by Maggie O’Farrell

The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai

Bingo 53:09Starts friday may 22, ends Mon Sept 7

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Bingo thread on Ravelry (you may need to register to view/participate but it’s free)

Monica’s bingo

WC cooking: japanese curry

WC crafting: de rerum natura is french! (thanks wanderlustknits for the inspo!)

Cortney’s Bingo

Sweet & Spicy–NOT vodka sauce

Read POC–Kiran Desai

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Episode 194July 16, 2026

Christmas in july

I got a little idea

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OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film

135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan

Show Your Colors Tee by Sari Nordlund, De Rerum Natura Antigone in Lune and Voie Lactée (moon and milky way!)

On the Easel 8:47Color charts for DaVinci oils and Holbein oils.

Norway pitch

On the Table 15:03Peachy Pink Spritz!

Cucumber caesar salad

Julia Turshen Zucchini parm

braised chickpeas with zucchini and pesto – smitten kitchen

Sausage, potato and kale mini pies

Celery Salad

Bolognese and meatballs

Old fashioned buttermilk loaf–meh

Pesto Chicken

Corn Salad

**Summertime Treat Box

How to Make a Cookie Advent Calendar - Justine Doiron

NYT Cookie Week

Petit Fours with Mark Bittman poundcake recipe filled with apricot jam and less-sweet almond buttercream, blood orange glaze.

Strawberry Sandwich cookies (just the shells because I overrolled, overbaked them) from 100 cookies

Chocolate chip cookie sticks

Raspberry Macarons with olallabery crème

Lemon Florals

Blueberry & Pear pâte de fruits

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New American Literary Canon: Two Books from Each State & Territory | Strand Bookstore

Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan (audio- Julia Whelan!)

Hell’s Heart by Alexis Hall

A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett (Shadow of the Leviathan #2)

Mrs Shim is a Killer by Kang Jiyoung, trans by Paige Morris

The Typing Lady and Other Fictions by Ruth Ozeki

Painting the Light by Sally Cabot Gunning

A Perfect Hand by Ayelet Waldman

Bingo 55:45Starts friday may 22, ends Mon Sept 7

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Prizes!

Jen of Down Cellar Studio: free knitting kit: pattern, yarn and spa goodies

Keri Fischer-Seehuetter's Ravelry Store patriotic star coasters

Charlotte of Blue Shine Art: free class

Daria of Daria Penta Art & Illustration: fun sticker sheets

Jenny of Dinner a Love Story: free year of substack and copy of Weekday Vegetarians vol 1 & 2

(and second set of books entry for those who complete Cooking Only Bingo)

Rancho Gordo deluxe gift box

Jen of Books are My People: free month of substack so book club!

Monica’s Bingo:

Spritz!

Summertime book: dolly all the time

New recipe/old book and WC country: salad niçoise from Mastering the Art of French Cooking

Cortney’s Bingo:

Craft color—oil paint color charts

Cook from a WC country—French macarons & pâté de fruits

Read a funny book—A Perfect Hand

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Episode 193Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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West knits SSAL

Olive Knits 4 day kal (10th year! Last one!)

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film

135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan

Link for sweater cabinet post, sweater that she’s wearing is Harvest Flower.

And I also love the Polina vest

Seamwork Fern blouse (membership required)

On the Easel 18:18Oil painting, and envelope painting.

On the Table 20:47June cookbook: justine cooks by Justine Doiron

Baked kale salad with chili quinoa

Broccolini, balsamic, burrata, amen

Tiny Salted Tiramisu cookies

Peach scone & upside down coffee cake fails.

Chicken chimichanga (oven baked) & frittata on repeat

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Finding Grace by Loretta Rothschild (audio)

Last One Out by Jane Harper

Midwinter Break by Bernard MacLaverty

Platform Decay by Martha Wells

Why Q Needs U by Danny Bate

When the Devil Holds the Candle by Karin Fossum 41:08

Londoners: … by Craig Taylor

This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum

Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

Mad Mabel by Sally Hepworth

Bingo 48:54Starts friday may 22, ends Mon Sept 7

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Omg the prizes!!

Jen of Down Cellar Studio: free pattern

Keri Fischer-Seehuetter's Ravelry Store patriotic star coasters

Charlotte of Blue Shine Art: free class

Daria of Daria Penta Art & Illustration: fun sticker sheets

Jenny of Dinner a Love Story: free year of substack and copy of Weekday Vegetarians vol 1 & 2

Rancho Gordo deluxe gift box

Jen of Books are My People: free month of substack so book club!

Monica’s Bingo:

Cook for a crowd X2

Cortney’s Bingo:

New project–lace top

New recipe/old cookbook–coffee cake

Book set in summertime–Pineapple Street

More books from WC countries–Mad Mabel, The Devil Holds the Candle, Londoners

Create...WC country–Norwegian animals

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Episode 192Friday, June 19, 2026

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OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film

135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan

Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam– DONE!!

On the Easel 9:20Oil studies with R&F oil drawing sticks

Plus, the japanese color palette book

On the Table 16:22Julia Turshen’s Sticky Chicken or sheet pan Sticky Pork

Pizza Beans with Rancho Gordo Caballeros beans.

Chicken & Zucchini Fritter/burger

Cookie parcels: browned butter-corn flake choc chippers, neopolitans, confetti cookies, and classic choc chippers.

Strawberry Rye cookies (from 100 Cookies; subbed strawberry for raspberry)

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A Long and Speaking Silence by Nghi Vo (singing hills #7)

The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett (Shadow of the Leviathan #1) (audio)

Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker

The Shippers by Katherine Center

The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden

This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona Andrews (maggie the undying #1)

Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser

Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser

The Fountain by Casey Scieszka

The Other Half by Charlotte Vassell (audio)

This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page (sort of JOYFUL).

Bingo 50:04Starts Friday May 22, ends Mon Sept 7

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Monica’s Bingo:

Award winner: The In Crowd, The Safekeep, The Tainted Cup

Start new project: sweater for Boy #1

Sweet & spicy: Julia Tushen sticky pork

World Cup book: the Safekeep (Holland)

Let someone cook for you: friends in San Diego

Vacation reading/crafting: on the beach in San Diego

Cortney’s Bingo:

Cook for sharing–cookies

Debut author–Lady Tremaine

Monica Rec–The Other Half

New Technique–using the drawing oils under the oil paint (because I learned that the oil pastels would have been an unstable foundation for any oil sketch or painting).

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Episode 191June 4, 2026

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Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Cuff Club Vol. 2 Socks (march) by Summer Lee, Seismic Yarn & Dyeworks Butter Sock in why did the frog cross the road and mini: To see what the chicken was doing – DONE!!

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film

On the Easel 9:07CONNECTIONS TODAY!

Calendar is a GO!

Which means I’m painting envelopes this summer, and aiming for an OIL-paint theme.

On the Table 18:47Rainbow Rave Cookies from Cookies by NYT

Strawberry Frosted Sugar Cookies - by Yossy Arefi

I Dream of Dinner– May cookbook

Chicken with So Much Garlic

Green Curry Meatball Soup (this is not exactly the same as the one I made from her book, but similar)

Simple pork tenderloin with garden rosemary

Steak marinade–24 hour.

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Antiquarian’s Object of Desire by India Holton

The Duke by Anna Cowan

The Lost Book of Elizabeth Barton by Jennifer N. Brown

Everyone in this Bank is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson

The In Crowd by Charlotte Vassell (audio)

The Fine Art of Lying by Alexandra Andrews

Mostly Hero by Anna Burns

The Briars by Sarah Crouch

Celestial Lights by Cecile Pin

Bingo 52:27Starts friday may 22, ends Mon Sept 7

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Monica’s Bingo

Debut author: lost book of elizabeth barton

Read something american: voter information pamphlet and my primary ballot!

Cortney’s Bingo:

Let someone else cook: Steaks on the grill

Read an award NOMINEE: Celestial Lights

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Episode 190May 21, 2026

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Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Cuff Club Vol. 2 Socks (march) by Summer Lee, Seismic Yarn & Dyeworks Butter Sock in why did the frog cross the road and mini: To see what the chicken was doing

Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit, AVFKW Floating in Current and Wild Bloom in Raincloud– DONE!!

On the Easel 7:19Oil studies!

On the Table 16:08Buffalo Salad with Blue Cheese Toasts from I Dream of Dinner by Ali Slagle

  • Buffalo Crudités With Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

A Great "Happens to Be Vegan" Korean Meal at Home Sundays with Julia video library

  • KIMCHI FRIED RICE WITH SCALLION SALAD from Small Victories
  • DUBU JORIM (BRAISED TOFU)
  • GARLIC-SESAME SPINACH

Successful strawberry shortcake with buttermilk biscuit

Unsuccessful sweet potato waffle

Pan-fried tofu on repeat: marinate firm tofu sticks in 1/4c tamari or soy sauce, ¼ c sake, 3T rice wine vinegar, a splash or yuzu hot sauce (optional) for at least an hour or so. Pat dry. Coat with corn starch & corn meal (¼ corn starch + 3T corn meal). Pan fry.

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Go Gentle by Maria Semple

Dungeon Anarchist’s Cookbook by Matt Dinniman (audio)

On the Calculation of Volume IV by Solvej Balle, trans by Sophia Hersi Smith and Jennifer Russell

The Other Half by Charlotte Vassell (audio)

Once and Again by Rebecca Serle

Beheading Game by Rebecca Lehmann

How to Commit a PostColonial Murder by Nina McConigley

Last Night in Brooklyn by Xóchitl González

We Do Not Part by Han Kang, trans by E. Yaewon and Paige Aniyah Morris

Time Shelter by Georgi Gospodinov, trans by Angela Rodel

Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

The Reservation by Rebecca Kauffman

Gifted & Talented by Olivie Blake

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Episode 189May 4, 2026

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Anker's Summer Shirt by PetiteKnit

Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

No Pressure shawl by Stephanie Lotven, Invictus Yarns Unafraid Sock Blank in Mauve Segue

Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Knitted knockers cascade ultra pima– DONE!!

Gather hat by Tin Can Knits, Cascade 220 in Tutu– DONE!!

135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan

Cuff Club Vol. 2 Socks (march) by Summer Lee, Seismic Yarn & Dyeworks Butter Sock in why did the frog cross the road and mini: To see what the chicken was doing

Beary Cozy Gnome by Sarah Schira, Forbidden Fiber Co. Gluttony Sock in Yule Log, Must Stash Yarn & Fiber Perfect Must Match in natural, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder –DONE!!

Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit, AVFKW Floating in Current and Wild Bloom in Raincloud

On the Easel 14:56Portfolio prep

CCRR art!

On the Table 20:33Crispy quinoa and asparagus salad with coriander cashew cream — Hetty McKinnon

Runner Bean and Raw Asparagus Salad from Rancho Gordo

Cornflake Choc Chippers I omitted a smidge from both the white sugar & brown sugar.

Beef Broccoli stirfry from America’s Test Kitchen, very similar recipe here. I used a little can of sake instead of beef stock–delicious!

Sweet Potato bowls with beef (onion + orange bell pepper), avocado, cheddar, cilantro, chipotle sauce, and a little sour cream.

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Alchemised by SenLinYu

Second Death of Locke by V.L. Bovalino

Nobody’s Baby by Olivia Waite (Dororthy Gentleman #2)

The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke

Whidbey by T. Kira Madden

The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary

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Episode 188April 23, 2026

Bingo! Friday may 22 to monday sept 7

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Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

No Pressure shawl by Stephanie Lotven, Invictus Yarns Unafraid Sock Blank in Mauve Segue

Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Anker's Shirt by PetiteKnit, Cascade 220 Superwash Wave in Spectrum– DONE!

Knitted knockers cascade ultra pima

Gather hat by Tin Can Knits, Cascade 220 in Tutu

On the Easel 11:00More Museums!

Denver Art Museum, National Gallery of Art–Washington D.C., The Phillips Collection, The Kreeger Museum, The VMFA in Richmond.

On the Table 21:30Vignarola (Roman Spring Vegetable Braise) via Good Things by Samin Nosrat

Gnocchi with asparagus and miso butter from Simple Pasta

https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1026745-skillet-gnocchi-with-miso-butter-and-asparagus

Pepperoni Pizza Flowers

Noodle Night!

Cookbook Week - April 21-25, 2026

Corn flake-fortified chocolate chip cookies!! AWESOME.

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The Killing Stones by Ann Cleeves (shetland #9, perez and reeves #1)

The Astral Library by Kate Quinn

The Final Problem by Arturo Pérez-Reverte

Memoirs of Hadrian by Marguerite Yourcenar, trans by Grace Frick

Nights are Quiet in Tehran by Shida Bazyar, trans by Ruth Martin (audio)

Brawler by Lauren Groff

The Keeper by Tana French

The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn

Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

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Episode 187April 9, 2026

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Wearing april showers socks by summer lee, rainbow stripe yarn from Must Stash Yarn

Cougar Ridge Socks by Lori Wagner (52 Weeks of Socks Vol 2 from Laine Publishing), Forbidden Woolery/Fiber Co in Mystery Man– DONE!

Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

No Pressure shawl by Stephanie Lotven, Invictus Yarns Unafraid Sock Blank in Mauve Segue

Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Anker's Shirt by PetiteKnit, Cascade 220 Superwash Wave in Spectrum

Knitted knockers cascade ultra pima

On the Easel 7:34Master study sketches flip-through

Good Ship Illustration Find your Creative Voice class

Monet and Venice

On the Table 15:43Forgot to talk about what we had for meals!

First: lasagna bolognese- omg. This is where they invented it. Recipe available to paying DALS subscribers

Fav: pisarei e fasó: pasta e fagioli but with tiny bean sized gnocchi made with just flour water & breadcrumbs, borlotti beans, barely clinging tomato sauce. amazing . could not get recipe as it is a family secret. “A little butter, a little pork fat, a little this, a little that,” but do an internet search there are many options!

Veggie dinner: kabocha/butternut squash with roasted cauliflower and special spice blend. Leeks with gorgonzola and hazelnuts. Cabbage and rice soup with beef crispies.

Field Pea Puree with Wilted Kale | Brit In The South

Sbrisolona from Food52 (because cant share one i received plus it is a GBBO type recipe)

Kind of a cake, kind of a cookie. Cornmeal, almonds, BUTTER. Crumbly. Tried 3 officially then a 4th.

Gelato cart. 1960s machine Trattoria Ai Due Platani

My one novel recipe:

Pumpkin bread with chocolate chips & walnuts from How to Bake Everything.

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Prophet by Sin Blaché and Helen Macdonald

Audition by Katie Kitamura

Nonesuch by Francis Spufford

War with the Newts by Karel Čapek, trans by M. Weatherall

House of Day, House of Night by Olga Tokarczuck, trans by Antonia Lloyd-Jones (audio)

The Astral Library by Kate Quinn

How to Read a Book by Monica Wood

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Episode 186Monday, March 30, 2026

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Sashiko class with Amanda embroideredpanda at Love Fest Fibers

Cougar Ridge Socks by Lori Wagner (52 Weeks of Socks Vol 2 from Laine Publishing), Forbidden Woolery/Fiber Co in Mystery Man

Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

No Pressure shawl by Stephanie Lotven, Invictus Yarns Unafraid Sock Blank in Mauve Segue

Simple Baby Cap 2 by Susan B. Anderson, plus Umbilical Cord hat by Jennifer L. Jones (S&B), Cascade 220 Superwash Wave in Spectrum – DONE!

Vesna Tee by Ksenia Naidyon/Life is Cozy, Shel Designs Finito Fingering in Tutti Frutti and Shel Designs Suri Silk Lace in seafoam

Bay Area Yarn Crawl 2026

On the Easel 19:39Vacation sketching: green monkeys, butterflies, frogs,

Caribbean Sea and sky.

Bouquets to Art exhibit

Alphonse Mucha exhibit

Cartier exhibit in capitoline museum

On the Table 31:09Parma tour with Via Rosa and Jenny Rosenstrarch

Dining in Barbados with ChefP!

Bajan Roti

Chicken curry

Fried chicken with cauliflower & ginger mash, and kale/parm chips

*Tempura flying fish!

Banana “bakes” and cinnamon sugar beignets

Coconut whipped cream with sugar cookie crumble, and mango coulis.

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The Queen of Swords by Jazmina Barrera, trans by Christina MacSweeney

The Librarians by Sherry Thomas

The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief by A.F. Steadman

The Remarkable Retirement of Edna Fisher by E.M. Anderson

The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson (audio)

The Archive of Unknown Universes by Ruen Reyes Jr.

The Ten Year Affair by Erin Somers

The Reformatory by Tananarive Due

She Made Herself a Monster by Anna Kovetcheva (I think the cover art is Artemisia Gentileschi!)

The Killing Stones (Jimmy Perez + Willow Reeves Book 1!!!) by Ann Cleeves

Kin by Tayari Jones

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Episode 185February 26, 2026

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Hannah Swensen dishcloth by Kitchen sink Shop, Knit Picks Dishie in Blue– DONE!!

Cougar Ridge Socks by Lori Wagner (52 Weeks of Socks Vol 2 from Laine Publishing), Forbidden Woolery/Fiber Co in Mystery Man

Scultura by Cecelia Campochiaro, AVFKW Floating in Ripple Effect

On the Easel 8:23100 Master study/sketches

Museum Hopping:

Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati

Cincinnati Art Museum

Columbus Museum of Art

Carnegie Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art

Detroit Institutes of Art

Art Institute of Chicago

St. Louis Art Museum

On the Table 18:19Baked eggs with Spinach and Cream from dinner plan

DALS TJs Halfway Homemade:

Falafel bowls

Plantain and beans

Simple Pasta (also Feb cookbook) by Odette Williams

Artichoke, almond and asiago pesto

Creamy Wild Mushroom and Potato Gnocchi (not with gnocchi but with crepes)

Winter Chicories and date & anchovy dressing

Pizza Beans!!

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Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot by Alexis Hall

Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong

Carl's Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman

VE Schwab podcast No Write Way

The Storm by Rachel Hawkins

Vigil by George Saunders

Heart the Lover by Lily King

Private Rites by Julia Armfield

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Episode 184February 26, 2025

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Knit a sweater!!

Aldous by Isabell Kraemer

On the Easel 12:36Olympic sketchbooking–36 paintings & sketches!! Favorites include: Stanley Tucci sketch, scenes from Milan and Cortina, LOTS of ski mo figures, speed skating, immortalized the curling stone…

On the Table 19:33Tofu Cacciatore

Dinner Plan pasta e fagioli

Olympic chocolate bark

Italian! Maggiano”s Little Italy

Ordered Cascatelli Pasta by Sporkful - Waterfall Pasta - Sfoglini for all the kids

Bolognese from the freezer

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From the Couch: watch Miracle

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

Heated rivalry by Rachel Reid

The Last Supper by Rachel Cusk

A Slowly Dying Cause by Elizabeth George

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Episode 183February 12, 2026

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Melt the ICE hat by YarnCultMN, Knit Picks Stroll Fingering in Hollyberry DONE!!

Mountain Mist Hat by tincanknits, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in brindle, black, caution, currant DONE!!

Jane Marple dishcloth by Kitchen Sink Shop, Knit Picks Dishie in Blue DONE!!

Tinker by Wooly Wormhead, Knit Picks Stroll Tweed in Dalmation DONE!!

Secret Olympic Sweater Project

On the Easel 9:12100-Day Compositions

Olympic Sketchbooking!

Daffodils are blooming!

On the Table 13:34Peanut Butter Oat Fudge Bars - Yossy Arefi

RANCHO GordoChristmas Lima Bean and Cabbage soup

January cookbook: Dinner by Meera Sodha:

Mango paneer curry

Green pasta with zhoug

Coconut braised winter greens

Sweet potatoes with gr. Turkey, leek, and onion with dijon.

Cookie boxes for the college kids

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Seeing Other People by Emily Wibberley & Austin Siegemund-Broka (audio)

The Unquiet Grave by Dervla McTiernan

Through Gates of Garnet and Gold by Seanan McGuire

Labyrinth’s Heart by M.A. Carrick

Startlement by Ada Limón

Mona’s Eyes by Thomas Schlesser

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Episode 182Monday, January 26, 2026

Check us out on BOOKS ARE MY PEOPLE, releasing February 9

Join us as we try an Olympic-level craft project, cooking and reading during the Olympics February 6 to 22, 2026

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Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley-- DONE!!

Avena by Jennifer Steingass, Yarnaceous Fibers Brontosaurus DK in Starbies and Cup of Cheer minis – DONE!!

Contradict Me MKAL by Maggie Fangmann, Yarnaceous Fibers Brontosaurus DK in Starbies and Cup of Cheer minis – DONE!!

On the Easel 13:03100-Day composition studies

Staffordshire stationery set–in progress!!

Exploring R&F drawing oils and pigment sticks

On the Table 18:03Palak khichdi (spinach, rice and red lentils) from Hetty Lui McKinnon

broccoli + pork with soy + hot honey - by Julia Turshen

https://yossyarefi.substack.com/p/vanilla-corn-cake-with-blueberry

Citrus Salad from Good Things by Samin Nosrat (allll the citrus!!)

Helping my boys figure out leftover ingredient puzzles.

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Maid for Each Other by Lynn Painter

History Lessons by Zoe B. Wallbrook

Brigands and Breadknives by Travis Baldree

Ocean’s Godori by Elaine U. Cho

Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata, trans by Ginny Tapley Takemori

Sky Daddy by Kate Folk

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (my JOYful book for January)

The Art Spy by Michelle Young (non-fiction)

Art Day by Day ed. Alex Johnson (non-fiction, anthology)

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Episode 181January 15, 2026

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Hens & Chicks– DONE!! And started joining!

Tentacula Cowl by Jenny Noto, Jems Luxe Fibers Monstrous Minis in Scylla –DONE!

Gnandad’s Grand Adventure by Sarah Schira, Little Squirrel Yarn Oak Sock in Gnandad’s Adventure (skis!)-- DONE!!

Gnot Just Another Gnome by Sarah Schira, KnitPicks Stroll Fingering in Hollyberry, KnitCircus Opulence in Badger Tracks Stripes, Sanguine Gryphon Skinny Bugga in Blue Emperor Dragonfly– DONE X2!

Avena by Jennifer Steingass, Yarnaceous Fibers Brontosaurus DK in Starbies and Cup of Cheer minis

Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley (original 23.8K, sharon mcmahon 3IG)

On the Easel 12:16Art travel kit–kit for the chaos.

100-Day composition studies

Daily Joys

Calendar mailing snafu?!

On the Table 23:54Simon Seared Sweet Potatoes With Chermoula Recipe

Luxurious Pomodoro in a flash from Simple Pasta by Odette Williams

Charred gai lan with black eyed peas and chile crisp vinaigrette from Linger

Baechu Doenjang Guk (Cabbage and Doenjang Soup) from WaPo/Korean Vegan

Key lime pie FIASCO (use the NYT recipe for frozen key lime pie, BUT bake for 15 minutes at 350F before refrigerating).

Hot Honey tofu for rice bowls, etc.

Chicken Meatballs from Smitten Kitchen–subbed out pancetta for MUSHROOM bouillon!!

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Noel Nook:

Christmas People by Iva-Marie Palmer

The Nightmare Before Kissmass by Sarah Raasch

Christmas is All Around by Martha Waters

The Isle in the Silver Sea by Tasha Suri

Mortal Follies by Alexis Hall

The Geographer’s Map to Romance by India Holton

Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman

Nine Goblins by T. Kingfisher

Welcome to Murder Week by Karen Dukess

And Still I Rise by Maya Angelou

Train Dreams by Denis Johnson (audio)

Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett (audio)

On the Calculation of Volume III by Solvej Balle trans by Sophia Hersi Smith and Jennifer Russell

Flashlight by Susan Choi

When Elodie grinned like that, shenanigans were almost certainly to ensue…

The Wolf King by Lauren Palphreyman

The Art Thief by Michael Finkel

The Book of I by David Grieg

On the Horizon 57:372025Needles: 10,608 yards in 33 projects

✔Succulents blanket CAL, ✔Colorwork cuff club

Table: Great British bake off bakes

Read: 181 books

Repeat Read the World and Tacoma Extreme!

  • Australia: ✔ Everyone in my family has killed someone
  • Belgium ✔ War & Turpentine
  • China ✔ Half a Lifelong Romance
  • Egypt ✔ If an Egyptian cannot speak English
  • Iceland: ✔? the Night Guest
  • Kenya
  • Malaysia
  • Mexico ✔You Dreamed of Empires
  • The Netherlands ✔The Discomfort of Evening
  • The Philippines

2026Needles: charity hats? Use yarn/patterns already have. Use stash patterns in general . year of dishcloths!

Table: use stash cookbooks

Nightstand: read stash books?

Storygraph reads the world, genre, 52 books

  • Afghanistan
  • Albania
  • Bulgaria
  • Croatia
  • France
  • Iraq
  • Morocco
  • Senegal
  • Sweden
  • Thailand
  • A short story collection in translation
  • A nonfiction book about Indigenous history
  • A queer historical romance novel
  • A translated classic
  • A young adult novel by a Latinx author
  • A biography about a Black historical figure
  • A crime novel set outside of the US, UK, or Canada
  • A nonfiction book about philosophy
  • A literary or contemporary debut published in 2026
  • The first book in a fantasy series

Cortney’s 2026: SEEK JOY theme

Easel, etc. Paint my curiosities + stickers + paper newsletter??

Sewing: “museum outfits

Table: joyful recipes, healthy, colorful, textural.

Nightstand: more JOYFUL reads, maybe one a month, and plan ahead?

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Episode 180December 18, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Hens & Chicks– DONE!! And started joining!

Tentacula Cowl by Jenny Noto, Jems Luxe Fibers Monstrous Minis in Scylla

Gnandad’s Grand Adventure by Sarah Schira, Little Squirrel Yarn Oak Sock in Gnandad’s Adventure (skis!)

Gnot Just Another Gnome by Sarah Schira, KnitPicks Stroll Fingering in Hollyberry, KnitCircus Opulence in Badger Tracks Stripes, Sanguine Gryphon Skinny Bugga in Blue Emperor Dragonfly

Avena by Jennifer Steingass, Yarnaceous Fibers Brontosaurus DK in Starbies and Cup of Cheer minis

On the Easel 8:27Studio cleaning

Making plans for 2026

Maybe a 100-Day project focusing on composition

On the Table 11:56Merry Chrunchmas Wrap from Washington Post

From Linger by Hetty Liu McKinnon

Sweet, Sour and Spicy Mushrooms with Brown Rice

Herby Roasted Cinnamon Delicata Squash and Quinoa

Sweet potato with seasoned ground turkey + lime/yogurt crema

Corzetti afternoon tea (Instagram post)

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Noel Nook:

Blackmail & Bibingka by Mia P. Manansala

Duke, Actually by Jenny Holiday

Mistletoe Motive by Chloe Liese

Grace and Henry’s Holiday Movie Marathon by Matthew Norman

Smoke and Whispers by Mick Herron (audio)

Clown Town by Mick Herron (slow horses 9)

The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow

The Mistletoe Mystery by Nita Prose

This is Happiness by Niall Williams

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Episode 179Thursday December 4, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Hens & Chicks– DONE!! And started joining!

Aal Ower Torie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and Dyers, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift in Vintage kit (8 colors: moorit, eesit, saphire, daffodil, madder, natural white, moss, nutmeg)-- DONE!!

Shire Hat by Hook Mountain Handmade, Cascade 128 (bulky) in White (restart cuz lace, the rip cuz added extra knit rows)-- DONE!!

Tentacula Cowl by Jenny Noto, Jems Luxe Fibers Monstrous Minis in Scylla

Gnandad’s Grand Adventure by Sarah Schira, Little Squirrel Yarn Oak Sock in Gnandad’s Adventure (skis!)

On the Easel 17:04300 Hand-painted amaryllis blooms

Gouachevember

Planning for 2026

Staffordshire notes–calendars still available

On the Table 24:47NYT Mortadella cookies

Thanksgiving recap

Wild rice pilaf

Smitten Kitchen Butterscotch Apple Crisp from Keepers

Green Beans with Carmelized Shallots and Dill

Three Color Chopped Cabbage Salad from DALS Weekday Vegetarian: Get Simple

Lunch pizzas with components from Good Things.

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The Last Voice You Hear by Mick Herron

Why We Die by Mick herron (audio)

Brimstone by Callie Hart

The Entanglement of Rival Wizards by Sara Raasch

Aftertaste by Daria Lavelle

A Merry Little Lie by Sarah Morgan (audio)

Everyone this Christmas Has a Secret by Benjamin Stevenson (audio)

The Anatomist’s Wife by Anna Lee Huber

The Women of Wild Hill by Kirsten Miller (I added to Eco-lit too)

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Episode 178November 20, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Butterfly Agave– done!!

Aal Ower Torie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and Dyers, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift in Vintage kit (8 colors: moorit, eesit, saphire, daffodil, madder, natural white, moss, nutmeg)

Ruuno by Nina Holubcova, Urth Yarn Lanalpaca in Amethyst– DONE!!

Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley (original 23.8K, sharon mcmahon 3IG)

On the Easel 11:54Gouachevember–butter-themed?

Envelope painting for the 2026 Calendar (coming soon!)

On the Table 16:07https://pinchofyum.com/house-favorite-brussels-sprouts

Gochujang Potato Stew

Roasted Rutabaga and Apple with Kale and Coconut Vinaigrette from Linger by Hetty Lui McKinnon

Rye crackers

Oat cakes

Persimmons & pomegranate salad with goat cheese, and cumin vinaigrette

Portuguese white bean & kale stew with sausage

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Extreme North: A Cultural History by Bernd Brunner, trans by Jefferson Chase

The Black Wolf by Louise Penny (Inspector Gamache #20)

36:54 Silver and Lead by Seanan McGuire (october daye #19)

40:19 A Mouthful of Dust by Nghi Vo (Singing Hills #6)

42:24 Things Gods Break by Abigail Owen (The crucible #2)

44:01 Queen Demon by Martha Wells (Rising World #2)

46:06 The Peepshow: The Murders at Rillington Place by Kate Summerscale

The Elements by John Boyne

The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad

Under the Tree 54:11NeedlesSock Sizing Ruler - Sock Knitting Bracelet Ruler - Twice Sheared Sheep

Knit Extension Cords - Stitch Holder Cords - Twice Sheared Sheep

Fandom knitting book

https://www.nancybatesdesigns.com/product-page/knitting-the-national-parks-book

EaselBlackwing Ruth Asawa set

Caran D’ache anniversary sets

Travel paint Brush roll option one, option two

Kakimori dip pen

tableLittle Sheet & Little Chill | Great Jones

Earlywood wooden spatulas

thin wooden spatula set - Earlywood

Wooden Scraper Spoon - Earlywood

Shop Ground Up Nut Butters Holiday

A Cookbook Gift Guide - by Jenny Rosenstrach

GIR utensil set

Seka Hills Olive oil

Mackenzie’s Fisherman hand scrub

Butter flight with butter dish (I like Plugra and Beurre Disigny Salted)

And there’s a shop in San Francisco that sells Bordier Butter too.

One65 Patisserie & Boutique

Nightstandpersonalized book press

Papier Italian Summer reading journal

custom book bobble ornament 1400 options

Book Nook kits–owl, so many options!

Fun readers &/or glasses case–IZIPIZI, eyebobs, peepers, Caddis

Library candle–paddywax (sold out!)

** extra: Lingua Franca sweaters –”Vote Blue” Kris & Dave collection

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Episode 177November 6, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Butterfly Agave

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay– DONE!!

Aal Ower Torie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and Dyers, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift in Vintage kit (8 colors: moorit, eesit, saphire, daffodil, madder, natural white, moss, nutmeg)

Ruuno by Nina Holubcova, Urth Yarn Lanalpaca in Amethyst

On the Easel 14:18Manet & Morisot exhibit at the Legion of Honor Museum (SF)

Gouachevemeber 2025

Finishing up ceramics

Calendar coming soon!

On the Table 26:53LInger by Hetty Lui McKinnon

Kale with sweet peanut sauce

Potato & Sumac Salad

Butternut with Lentils, olives and pickle sauce

ISO long crispy taco shells

Seasonal fruit salads

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Rome: a history in seven sackings by Matthew Kneale (audio)

The Summer War by Naomi Novik

Cinder House by Freya Marske

Audition for the Fox by Martin Cahill

Thief of Night by Holly Black

Everything the Light Touches by Janice Pariat

The Phoebe Variations by Jane Hamilton

Murder at Gulls Nest by Jess Kidd

Bog Queen by Anna North

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Episode 176October 28, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Hoya

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)- DONE!! 2nd sock for PSP

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay

Spooky Season socks: Cuff Club Vol. 2 by Summer Lee, Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Gauge Dyeworks 4 ply sock in Pumpkin Stripe Latte– DONE!!

3D printed spinning wheel–source TBA

On the Easel 14:08/16:06Courtney Cerruti’s new CB class–Find your Creative Rhythm: 15 Ways to Spark & Sustain Creativity

2026 Calendar–coming soon (!!!)

Gouachevemeber 2025

Uh Italy?

Borghese Gallery

Museo Nazionale Romano

Smithsonian–Little Beasts exhibit (currently closed due to govt shut down)

MFAHouston–Impressionist & post-Impressionist wing, plus excellent Islamic & Judaic art collections

On the Table 30:13Uh Italy?

Pasticceria Regoli

Cooking and Eating in Lazio:

https://www.cooking-vacations.com/

https://www.nenaborgocastello.com/

Naples Food Tour: https://www.eatingeurope.com/naples/

Cranberry & White Chocolate Biscotti

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Four Seasons in Rome by Anthony Doerr

If an Egyptian Cannot Speak English by Noor Naga

Murder at the Black Cat Cafe by Seishi Yokomizo, trans by Bryan Karetnyk

The Lost Masterpiece by B. A. Shapiro

The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman

Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz

Five Broken Blades by Mai Corland

Liar’s Knot by M. A. Carrick (audio)

Katabasis by R. F. Kuang

Yours for the Taking by Gabrielle Korn

City of Night Birds by Juhea Kim

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Episode 175October 15, 2025

HAPPY 7TH ANNIVERSARY!

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Paul klee- saw in vienna!

Flax worsted

Fleetwood

Cortney loved: the succulent squares–eager for tote bag collaboration. And the Paul Klee sweater.

On the Easel 4:11More variety, darker colors and backgrounds

Grey parrot with red in March

Ceramics

Cortney loved: delving into floral paintings, floral ceramics, growing flowers…also–the kryptonite illustration, and Monica’s Viennese cake collection.

On the Table 7:11Cocktail club

Empty nest= one gf veg meal!

Double swiss chicken cutlets

Cortney loved: cocktail club–so inspiring! And teaching my boys how to cook.

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Weird books are the best!

Endling by Maria Reva

On the Calculation of Volume by Solvej Balle

Orbital by Samatha Harvey

Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakami

Cortney loved: catching up with the LouisePenny Three Pines series. All the floral volumes this spring (great resources!), and the Eco-lit list in our Bookshop.org site.

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Episode 174Monday September 22, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in ??

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)- 2nd sock for PSP

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay

Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley (original 23.8K, sharon mcmahon 3IG)

On the Easel 10:12All the sewing, gardening, & painting…esp work on 2026 calendar.

On the Table 18:13Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Mushroom Bolognese

my favorite vegetarian sandwich is.... - by Julia Turshen

Pickled potato salad by Casey Elsass from What Can I Bring: How to live your guest life

Secret Menu Dill-Pepperoncini Tuna Salad from Smitten Kitchen

Ottolenghi Spicy Mushroom lasagna

Blueberry Cheesecake Phyllo cups

Paper airplane cocktail

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Heart Lamp by Banu Mushtaq, trans by Deepa Bhasthi from Kannada

On the Calculation of Volume II by Solvej Balle, trans by Barbara J. Haveland

The Other Side of Now by Paige Harbison

The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher

A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

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Episode 173September 11, 2025

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Orkney Library knit group Yap and Yarn!

Mystery Pumpkin witch gnome along

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in String of Pearls

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay

Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley (original 23.8K, sharon mcmahon 3IG)

On the Easel 10:16Flowers!

Sewing: the Paola Jacket, and blue cheetah pants (image coming soon)

On the Table 16:09Butter & Crumble

Huck’s Broccoli and Lettuce Salad with an Accidental Ranch from Tenderheart by Hetty Lui McKinnon

Lentil Salad with Jammy Tomatoes by Jenny Rosenstrach

Balsamic Gochujang Chicken with Red Onions and Tomatoes

Pizza catastrophe in the very cool Gozney oven.\

Pizza Beans from Smitten Kitchen.

Breakfast burritos, chicken gyros, and white chocolate cranberry oatmeal cookies from 100 Cookies.

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The Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson

The Habsburgs: To Rule the World by Martyn Rady

The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue

People Like Us by Jason Mott

The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young

Isola by Allegra Goodman

Bingo 56:51Starts friday may 23, ends Mon Sept 1

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2025 to instagram or Ravelry. Get a blackout for a second entry.

Crazy day so no ghiradelli for Monica :(

Cortney’s bingo: ½ credit for finding a thrifted piece to re-work.

Ambitious–pizzzzzas.

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Episode 172August 28, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in String of Pearls

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay

Clapotis ‘24 by Kate Davies, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Ainsley

On the Easel 7:31Ruth Asawa tour.

Flower series–on-going!

Sewing: made custom tags, working on muslins. Class is via Seamwork.

On the Table 27:01Schnitzel, sausage stands, cake! Coffee!

Tian- vegetarian restaurant in Vienna

Budapest farm to table TATI

Sarti Rosa

Pizza oven–patio pizza stories coming soon!

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Discomfort of Evening by Marieke Lucas Rijneveld, trans by Michele Hutchison

Heartwood by Amity Gaige

Sestia by G.R. Macallister

Mask of Mirrors by M.A. Carrick (audio)

Is she really going out with him? By Sophie Cousens

The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

The Fact Checker by Austin Kelley

Nine Women, One Dress by Jane L. Rosen

Real Americans by Rachel Khong

Bingo 1:00:48Starts friday may 23, ends Mon Sept 1

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2025 to instagram or Ravelry. Get a blackout for a second entry.

Monica's Bingo:

Finally got the center square!

Cortney’s Bingo:

Debut Author with The Fact Checker

Immigrant Perspective with Real Americans

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Episode 171Monday, August 11, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in ??

Rikke Hat by Sarah Young, Playful Day Yarns Funfetti DK in Blue Bonnet– DONE!!

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)

Pop Rock Pullover by Tanis Lavallee, La Bien Aimée singles and Mohair Silk in AVFKW A Day by the Bay

On the Easel, etc. 9:47Ongoing floral paintings.

Lots of moss rock action.

Design Your Wardrobe via Seamwork

Floral Vase at ceramics

On the Table 15:03Strawberry lemonade cake by Yossy Arefi

Sarti spritz

Eggplant donburi from Dinner by Meera Sodha

Bacon-wrapped shrimp for cocktail club *the marinade is great!!

Pantry pasta with artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and gr. turkey

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The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson

You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrique, trans by Natasha Wimmer

Along Came Amor by Alexis Daria

What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown

Endling by Maria Reva

Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon

The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Bingo 46:08Starts friday may 23, ends Mon Sept 1

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Monica’s BINGO

Escapist: along comes amor- wedding! Lifestyle of the rich and famous!- BINGO!

Cortney’s BINGO:

Monica rec: Run for the Hills

Craft, flower-focused: ceramic vase with daffodils

Read LGBTQ+/Immigrant: The Bewitching

Cook local: artichoke pasta

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Episode 170July 31, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Himalayan Skies– DONE!!

Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit, Haidmaiden Fine Yarns Camelspin in Tourmaline (70% Silk, 30% Camel)-- DONE!!

Rikke Hat by Sarah Young, Playful Day Yarns Funfetti DK in Blue Bonnet

SSAL Delectable Collectible Socks by Stephen West, Dark Omen Yarns Sock in Electric Minis (navy, royal, light blue with speckles, cream with speckles, cream)

On the Easel 12:51Painting flowers.

Attempting to GROW flowers.

Sculpting flowers.

And sewing! Seamwork’s Design Your Wardrobe class.

On the Table 24:32Earl grey = fruit loops at the Ice Cream Bar

Miso mushroom pasta and Creamy Miso potato salad from Pass the Plate by Carolina Gelen

Papardelle bolognese with lentils and sausage from Dinner Changing the Game by Melissa Clark (couldn’t find good link although there are some similar ones out there if you search)

Chicken & gnocchi with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.

Jagalchi field trip!

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The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig

Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid

Worth Fighting For by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Beautiful Summer by Cesare Pavese, trans by Peter Owen (1949)

The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King

Heartwood by Amity Gaige

Rich People Problems by Kevin Kwan

Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson

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Monica:

Summer book: Beautiful Summer

Faraway place: phoenix pencil company

Summery craft: sophie scarf

Cortney:

Summer book: Heartwood

Monica rec: Run for the Hills

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Episode 169July 17, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in ??

SABAI top by Susanne Müller, Lang Yarns Linello (linen, cotton, rayon)--DONE!! (ish)

Water Lily Cowl by Mu Fibers, Mu Fibers Fingering in Plum Blossom– DONE!!

Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit, Haidmaiden Fine Yarns Camelspin in Tourmaline (70% Silk, 30% Camel)

On the Easel/On the Wheel/In the Garden 8:21Floral Series, in progress

Ceramics: donut bowls, faceted vase, crazy vase beginnings

Garden: all the thyme ground cover options

On the Table 15:07Easy Three Cheese Lasagna Cups (Perfect Appetizer) - Pudge Factor

Pork & Pineapple Taco

Whitefish Peperonata from Justine Cooks

Chicken carving lessons

Turkey Lentil Stew from Tuesday Nights by Christopher Kimball

Citrus Pie Bar from 100 Cookies by Sarah Kieffer

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Bury our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab

Where the Axe is Buried by Ray Nayler

Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

On the Calculation of Volume 1 by Solvej Balle, trans by Barbara J Haveland

Half a Lifelong Romance by Eileen Chang (ch-ah-ng), trans by Karen S. Kingsbury

China Rich Girlfriend by Kevin Kwan

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D object–donut bowls

Read escapist–China Rich Girlfriend

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Episode 168Monday, July 7, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Purple Haze

Noteworthy by Hunter Hammerson, little Skein 80/20 sock in Bluebook –DONE!

SABAI top by Susanne Müller, Lang Yarns Linello (linen, cotton, rayon)--DONE!! (ish)

Water Lily Cowl by Mu Fibers, Mu Fibers Fingering in Plum Blossom

Westknits Surprise sock mkal

On the Easel 9:50Floral Commission–will post once it’s handed off.

Sketchbooking while on vacation.

On the Table 12:42Garlic Shrimp Bake -- Washington Post

Purslane Salad (semizotu salatasi) Recipe on Food52

Purslane Salad With Cherries and Feta Recipe NYT

Craftbuzz- miso ice cream with chatgpt!

Sesame & Miso Peach Crumble - by Susan Spungen

Crane’s Pies near South Haven, MI

The Elegant Farmer apple pie in a bag! And a copycat recipe for YOU!

Whipped Feta dip

Blueberry Olive Oil loaf with Cornmeal

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Down Cemetery Road by Mick Herron

Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

Silver Elite by Dani Francis

Daughter of No Worlds by Carissa Boardbent (audio)

The Love Haters by Katherine Center

The Rose Code by Kate Quinn (audio)

War and Turpentine by Stefan Hertmans, trans by David McKay

Cold Enough for Snow by Jessica Au

Awake in the floating city by Susanna Kwan

Book that I accidentally re-read: Midnight Blue by Simone van der Vlugt

The Once Upon a Time Bookshop series by Alice Hoffman (on kindle)

Lady MacBeth by Ava Reid

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Monica’s Bingo

Cortney rec! Rose Code

Colorful Salad: kale salad with beans, blue corn chips, tomato, etc

3D: Noteworthy

Finish a wip: paul klee

Cortney’s Bingo:

Vacation painting & cooking

Donated books

Made a dip!

Finished a floral commission

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Episode 167June 20, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in ??

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather– DONE!!

Noteworthy by Hunter Hammerson, little Skein 80/20 sock in Bluebook

Water Lily Cowl by Mu Fibers, Mu Fibers Fingering in Plum Blossom

SABAI top by Susanne Müller, Lang Yarns Linello (linen, cotton, rayon)

On the Easel/Wheel/In the Dirt 11:36New Leuchtturm1917 sketchbook!

Ceramics–on the wheel. Threw 4 pots, including one fun fail.

Garden–we’re digging up our yard! Oh my. And it’s cyclic: hoping to grow dahlias etc. to PAINT.

(Reading lots from Sloat Garden Center, Floret Farm, and watching Monty Don).

On the Table 20:39Parsnip and Potato Gnocchi with gochujang and hazelnuts from Dinner

Avocado Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki-Style Dressing - Justine Doiron

Rhubarb Apricot Galette by Yossy Arefi

Fried Pickle Dip

Brie and Blackberry Puff Pastry bites unless you can find phyllo cups!!

Lemon Pout Cookies

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The Dark Maestro by Brendan Slocumb

Heat of the Everflame by Penn Cole

The Incandescent by Emily Tesh

The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean

(Adaption is the movie based around The Orchid Thief. And yes, it stars Nicholas Cage)

Sea Wife by Amity Gauge

My Favorite Plant ed. Jamaica Kinkaid

The Rose Code by Kate Quinn

On the Road 1:00:38Oxbow Market, including Model Bakery & matcha ROSE chocolate from The Quiet Botanist

Napa Valley Museum of Art & Culture for Julia Child exhibit!

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

Saintsbury Winery, Jasmine Guillory chatting about Flirting Lessons, & LitQuake

With surprise meeting of artist e. bond!

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Ravelry actually open!

Monica’s Bingo:

LGBTQ+ The Incandescent, Emperor

Cook a dip: fried pickle dip

Ambitious gnocchi

Cortney’s Bingo:

Read lots of flower-focused books.

Cooked for a crowd + a colorful salad.

Made some repairs.

Crafting something summery–a garden!! (though it may not yield till next year).

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Episode 166June 5, 2025

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Splash Pad Party info

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Rosette– DONE!!

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather

April Colorwork Cuff Club socks by Summer Lee, Must Stash Yarns Perfect Match sock in Jelly Belly, Anzula Lunaris in Elephant, Destination Yarn Postcard stitches west 2019 – DONE!!

Noteworthy by Hunter Hammerson, little Skein 80/20 sock in Bluebook

Water Lily Cowl by Mu Fibers, Mu Fibers Fingering in Plum Blossom

On the Easel 11:01Ruth Asawa at SFMOMA! Bouquets to Art at the DeYoung!

New landscape class with Suzanne Allard

Lots of florals! And trip to SF Flower Market.

On the Table 20:54Beautiful Soup (Vegetable Soup with Beets, Dill and Orange Zest) by Celia Barbour/NYT

Tender Tempeh Meatballs that I Hope You'll Try

https://thedeliciouslife.com/miso-mustard/#recipe

Vegan Baja Style Cauliflower Tacos from ATK

Salt Fat Acid Heat–Samin Nosrat series on Netflix (you want episode two, or watch the whole thing!)

Turkey Chimichanga from Rachel Ray

Mac & Cheese from scratch, with added dijon (from How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman)

Beef Kofta

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Pie from Pie Academy

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Death of the Author by Nnedi Okarafor

Julie Chan is Dead by Liann Zhang

Don't Sleep with the Dead by Nigh Vo

Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez

Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson (audio)

Under the Eye of the Big Bird by Hiromi Kawakumi, trans by Asa Yoneda

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson

My Friends by Fredrik Backman

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Monica:

Immigrant read: death of the author

Cook something summery/colorful salad/international: rojak salad with avocado, tofu & tamarind Start a new project: water lily cowl

Cortney:

Cook for a crowd: strawberry pretzel bars

Cook summery: strawberry rhubarb pie

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Episode 165May 22, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Air Plant– DONE

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather

April Colorwork Cuff Club socks by Summer Lee, Must Stash Yarns Perfect Match sock in Jelly Belly, Anzula Lunaris in Elephant, Destination Yarn Postcard stitches west 2019

Noteworthy by Hunter Hammerson, little Skein 80/20 sock in Bluebook

On the Easel 13:20Heritage/heirloom roses

Floral series!

On the Table 19:00Chicken with Artichokes, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Feta from What Goes With What by Julia Turshen

Roasted Turnips with red onion, lentils and wasabi aioli from Tenderheart by Hetty Lui McKinnon

Borlotti beans, chopped salad and tahini from Dinner by Meera Sodha

Chickpea flour pancakes with coconut chutney from Dinner by Meera Sodha

Miso-pickled vegetables (next time, slice english cucumber thicker)

Strawberry Pretzel Bar (May I recommend a purchased fruit tart from Noe Valley Bakery?)

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Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion

The Night Guest by Hildur Knútsdóttir, trans by Mary Robinette Kowal

The Favourites by Layne Fargo

When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi

Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross

Vintage Roses and Peonies by Jane Eastoe, photographed by Georgianna Lane

Ranunculus, Lilacs, and Dahlias by Naomi Slade, photographed by Georgianna Lane

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Episode 164May 8, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Air Plant

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths– DONE!!

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather

Monochrome Cowl by Joji Locatelli, Handmaiden Fine Yarn Camelspin in tourmaline– DONE!!

April Colorwork Cuff Club socks by Summer Lee, Must Stash Yarns Perfect Match sock in Jelly Belly, Anzula Lunaris in Elephant, Destination Yarn Postcard stitches west 2019

On the Easel/Wheel 10:12Ceramics challenges and semi-wins

BIG florals: lilac, anemone, irises!

On the Table 19:53Skillet Gnocchi With Miso Butter and Asparagus Recipe

Potato, Asparagus and Parmesan Soup from Eat Voraciously

Tofu Steaks with mushroom gravy from Susan Spungen

Souvla Chicken Salad on repeat

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Last Chance to Save the World by Beth Revis

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Runaway Horses by Carlo Fruttero and Franco Lucentini, trans by Gregory Dowling

The Dollhouse Academy by Margarita Montimore

Nothing Serious by Emily J. Smith

Piglet by Lottie Hazell (audio)

Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory

The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross

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Episode 163April 28, 2025

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NoCKRs retreat!

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Air Plant

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

March Colorwork Cuff Club socks by Summer Lee, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast, pink mini from Lemonade Shop Dunks– DONE!!

Would You Rather KAL, Gauge Dyeworks roundtrip sock, Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Rye Socks panel from Tin Can Knits– DONE!!

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather

Professor Fungi gnome mkal by Sarah Schira, Canon Handdyes John merino sock in Lamplighter, Plucky Knitter Trusty Fingering in Heartbreaker, Yarn Love Juliet Sock in pizzazz– DONE!!

On the Easel 3:15Daffodil Week!

White Flower Farm, Laurel Ridge Daffodils, Alexander Calder, Denver Botanic Garden

On the Table 22:55Miso Brown Sugar Pineapple Upside Down Cake by Yossy Arefi (Have a Little Something)

Gnocchi mac and cheese from Washington Post Eat Voraciously

Ep 5: Grilled Cheese of The Recipe with Kenji and Deb

Miso Butter Glazed Turnips and Black Rice from Tenderheart

Tropical Carrot Cake with Coconut Cream cheese frosting

Spring Risotto with Ramps, asparagus, garlic, and parmesan

Spring Pea Fritters

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Quicksilver by Callie Hart

Kissed a Sad Goodbye by Deborah Crombie (audio, duncan #6)

The Traitor by Ava Glass (audio) emma makepeace #2

Murder by Memory by Olivia Waite

The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

Maya & Natasha by Elyse Durham

My Mother’s Boyfriends by Sarah Schoech

Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Hymn to Dionysus by Natasha Pulley

Mid-read on: Paris in Ruins by Sebastian Smee

The Jackal’s Mistress by Chris Bohjalian

A Guide to Bearded Irises by Kelly D. Norris

Daffodils by Naomi Slade

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Episode 162April 10, 2025

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Silver Jade–DONE!!

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

March Colorwork Cuff Club socks by Summer Lee, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast, pink mini from Lemonade Shop Dunks

Would You Rather KAL, Gauge Dyeworks roundtrip sock, Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Rye Socks panel from Tin Can Knits

Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Rosemary, Shibui Knits Silk Cloud in Ink – DONE!!

Paul Klee sweater by Midori Hirose, Kelbourne Woolens Camper in strawberry heather, light pink heather, graphite heather, plum heather, gray heather

Cortney’s Pocket Story!

On the Easel 18:37100-Day wrap up

Upcoming: Daffodil Week! Watch IG for snippets.

On the Table 24:44Mango paneer curry dals/meera sodha

Maple roasted carrots & double chickpeas hetty liu mckinnon

Sheet pan gnocchi with spinach, sausage/beans and creamy pesto julia turshen

Cooking from Keepers by Kathy Brennan and Caroline Campion

Fusilli with Broccolini (used sourdough fusilli and ground turkey).

Morning Chicken (with creamer potatoes and asparagus in one tray).

MUG cake! With my fave strawberry protein powder.

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Glow of the Everflame (kindred’s curse saga #2) by Penn Cole

The Serpent and the Wings of Night (Crowns of Nyaxia #1) by Carissa Broadbent

rose/house by Arkady Martine

Rakesfall by Vajra Chandrasekera

Show Don't Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld

Taiwan Travelogue by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, trans by Lin King

Ok, now the tragedies:

Penance by Kristin Koval

Still Life with Remorse by Maira Kalman

We Loved it All by Lydia Millet

Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward

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Episode 161March 27, 2025

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All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley (audio)

Mourn Not Your Dead by Deborah Crombie (audio) #4

Dreaming of the Bones by Deborah Crombie (audio) #5

Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister

The Knight and the Butcherbird by Alix E. Harrow

Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole

Adrift in Currents Clean and Clear by Seanan McGuire #10

Come and Get It by Kiley Reid

Book Society

Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson

North Woods by Daniel Mason

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Spring Pilau from Meera Sodha’s East

(Artichoke Sauce from Jenny Rosenstrach)

Mägo review: SouthAmerican Fine Dining

On the Easel 42:38California Art Supply– new paint! Michael Harding Handmade Artists Oil Colours and Borciani * Bonazzi brushes.

Prepping for Daffodil week.

And quietly completing my Secret 100 Day sketchbook!

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Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Silver Jade

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Rosemary, Shibui Knits Silk Cloud in Ink

Yarn Crawl!

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Episode 160March 13, 2025

Themed merchandise is the way to my heart

Full Circle

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Bay Area Yarn Crawl (not Rav link)

Sock Madness season

Mystery gnome (not Rav link)

Would you rather kal (not Rav link)

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Terrarium– DONE!!

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Rosemary, Shibui Knits Silk Cloud in Ink

On the Easel 10:08Cortney tours the Smithsonian Museums! National Gallery of Art, Natural History Museum, Sackler Gallery, Freer Gallery, Hirshhorn, National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of American Art, and back to the National Gallery of Art + East wing.

Wedding bouquet gift for Ellen.

Upcoming: Daffodil Week!

On the Table 19:31Crispy Potato Tacos Recipe

Yuzu Miso Soba Noodle Soup

Flour + Water (San Francisco) pasta tasting menu

Sushi Taro (Dupont Circle. Washington D.C.) tasting menu

Preserve (Annapolis)

Zesty Artichoke Sauce from Everyday Vegetarian

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The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker

Tartufo by Kira Jane Buxton

Battle Royal and Codename Charming by Lucy Parker

The Emperor and the Endless Palace by Justinian Huang (audio)

Nobody Walks by Mick Herron (audio)

Leave the Grave Green by Deborah Crombie (audio)

The Collaborators by Michael Idov

Martyr! By Kaveh Akbar

The River has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar

The Story of the Forest by Linda Grant

Eco-Lit, selections from National Museum of Natural History plus a few of my own! This list will likely grow…

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Episode 159February 27, 2025

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Baby hat, doodle knit directory by Jamie Lomax, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Dunks– DONE!!

Bankhead hat by Susie Gorlay, Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok in Midnight Sea–DONE!!

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Terrarium

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

Filoli Cowl by Ksenia Naidyon, AVFKW Floating in Current and Marine Layer (70% Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere goat), AVFKW Wild Bloom in Quartz and Rain Cloud (41% Alpaca, 35% Silk, 13% Merino, 10% Yak)-- DONE!!

On the Easel 10:15Half-way of the Secret 100-Day!

Klaus Mäkelä & Yuja Wang | Ravel Piano Concerto for the Left Hand in D major

On the Table 18:28Julia Turshen signing with Nina LaCour

Mustard ponzu chicken and broccoli from Ali Slagle substack

Boyfriend salmon from Justine Cooks

Smitten Kitchen Marsala Meatballs

A diy potato & leek crostada with hasty pie crust

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The Secret Hours by Mick Herron (audio)

Everyone on This Train is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson (audio)

All Fours by Miranda July

The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins

The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins

All the Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley

Life Cycle of the Common Octopus by Emma Knight

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Episode 158February 13, 2025

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Hoodola by Laura Nelkin, Lady Dye Yarns DK in Notorious, Yarn Love Amy March DK in Beneath the Waves– DONE!!

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Echevaria– DONE!!

January Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Dunks– DONE!!

February Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Fibernymph Dyeworks Bounce in Love Bug and others– DONE!!

Baby hat, doodle knit directory by Jamie Lomax, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Dunks

Llama llama duck by Adrienne Fong, C W D: Handcrafted Products for the Mind, Body & Soul BFL Alpaca Nylon Sock in Sutro Baths

Filoli Cowl by Ksenia Naidyon, AVFKW Floating in Current and Marine Layer (70% Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere goat), AVFKW Wild Bloom in Quartz and Rain Cloud (41% Alpaca, 35% Silk, 13% Merino, 10% Yak)

Cortney’s knitting: Pressed Flower Pullover by Amy Christoffers in Neighborhood Fiber Studio DK Ramblewood and Suri Loft Mondawmin (which is burgundy and hot pink). (Wintery Knitting!)

On the Easel 18:18Secret 100 Day Project, flip through coming soon

Finished one Winter sketchbook, a Pith sketchbook.

“Blue Series” drawings

Florals, plus a field trip to the new SF Flower Market

On the Table 22:57First recipe test for America’s Test kitchen!

Sesame-feta meatballs with burst tomatoes

  • Shallot, egg, bread,FETA BRINE, cumin, lamb
  • Meatballs, shallot, cherry tomato, feta cubes

chicken thighs + fries - by Julia Turshen

  • Yogurt marinade chicken thighs
  • yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, garlic, za’atar
  • ½ for marinade, ½ for drizzle

Real Texas Nachos Recipe

Valentine Care Packages

“Winter” tacos with shrimp and slaw from A Dish for All Seasons

Bionaturae Sourdough Fusilli

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Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten (audio).

Sword Crossed by Freya Marke

A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid

The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey

Onyx storm by Rebecca Yarros

Full Speed to a Crash Landing by Beth Revis

How to Steal a Galaxy by Beth Revis

The Pairing by Casey McQuiston

Flower Philosophy by Anna Potter

A Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne Young

Shred Sisters by Betsy Lerner

The Madness of Crowds by Louise Penny

A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny

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Episode 157January 30, 2025

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January Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Dunks

Flax Worsted Sweater by Tin Can Knits, Neighborhood Fiber Co DK in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave (oct 2020, reusing yarn)-- DONE!!

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Echevaria

Hoodola by Laura Nelkin, Lady Dye Yarns DK in Notorious, Yarn Love Amy March DK in Beneath the Waves

Cortney’s needles: sewing-related content

On the Easel 13:24Secret 100 Day Project

Special pet portrait

Mary Cassatt exhibit at the Legion of Honor Museum

On the Table 17:22Hoisin Beef/Mushroom Stew by Julia Turshen

Sweet and Savory Rice Noodles with Roasted Mushrooms from SF Chronicle

BBQ Carrots and Beans from Vegetable Kingdom by Bryant Terry

Turnip Chard Soup from Vegetable Kingdom by Bryant Terry

NYT Chicken and artichoke Stew

Winter Pilau from East by Meera Sodha (winter veg cooking)

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Arca by G.R. Macallister

All Shall Be Well by Deborah Crombie (audio, Duncan Kincaid & Gemma James #2)

The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels by Janice Hallett

The Rivals by Jane Pek (Claudia Lin #2)

Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson (audio)

Door to Door Bookstore by Carsten Henn, trans by Melody Shaw

All the Devils are Here by Louise Penny

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia

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Episode 156January 16, 2025

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Full Spectrum by Andrea Rangel, Koigu Painter’s Palette Premium Merino in black and 861 (turquoise, olive, purple, black 2009!)-- DONE!!

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Propagation– January DONE!!

Fingering yarn cozy by Melina Brell, Fibernymph Dyeworks Mountain Tweed in a Game for all Seasons– DONE!!

My Favorite Things Dishcloth by Kitchen Sink Shop, KnitPicks Dishie in Blue– DONE!!

Tawashi Knot by Marte Fagervik, Rico Design Creative Bubble in Gold– DONE!!

January Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Dunks

Flax Worsted Sweater by Tin Can Knits, Neighborhood Fiber Co DK in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave (oct 2020, reusing yarn)

Cortney’s knitting: Pressed Flower Pullover by Amy Christoffers in Neighborhood Fiber Studio DK Ramblewood and Suri Loft Mondawmin (which is burgundy and hot pink). (Wintery Knitting!)

On the Easel 23:00Secret 100 Day project with Daria & Marcy.

Oil painting

On the Table 27:12Justine Cooks by Justine Doiron

  • Parmesan Crusted Olives/Butter Beans
  • Black Rice, Blistered Greens and Herby Tonnato
  • Grilled Corn and Tomatoes with Vegan Tonnato Sauce Recipe - Sean Baker
  • Crispy Rice in Sungold-Miso Broth
  • Cinnamon Romesco Chickpeas and Charred Greens

Russian Tea Cakes for Cocktail Club

My “italian stew” no tomatos this time, added spinach.

Sauteed chard with garlic. (Wintery cooking!)

Citrus peel syrup? Stay tuned. (Wintery cooking!)

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Three by Valérie Perrin, trans by Hildegarde Serle

One of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole

The Lotus Empire by Tasha Suri (audio, Burning Kingdoms trilogy)

The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years by Shubnum Khan

Orbital by Samantha Harvey

A Better Man by Louise Penny

The Lost Story by Meg Shaffer

Get the Picture by Bianca Bosker

Between Shades of Grey by Ruta Spetys (winter reading!)

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Episode 155January 2, 2025!

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower: –DONE!!

Wildcat Warmth Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Dove Heather and Eggplant– DONE!!

Gnana’s Visit by Sarah Schira, Little Squirrel Yarn Oak Sock in Gnana’s House ( C1 Raspberry Jam, C2 Flint, C3 Tinsel, C4 Marshmallow) plus Dream in Color Smooshy in Green Light from previous kit– DONE!!

Gnome News is Good News by Sarah Schira, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential in We Need a Little Christmas, KnitPicks Stroll fingering in Strawberry– DONE!!

Twinkle Toes Saxe Point Socks by Andrea Rangel, Gauge Dyeworks fingering in Twinkle–DONE!!

Full Spectrum by Andrea Rangel, Koigu Painter’s Palette Premium Merino in black and 861 (turquoise, olive, purple, black 2009!)

Succulents 2025 Blanket CAL by Mallory Krall, Hue Loco DK in Propagation

Cortney is working on the Pressed Flower Pullover by Amy Christoffers in Neighborhood Fiber Studio DK Ramblewood and Suri Loft Mondawmin (which is burgundy and hot pink).

On the Easel 15:172025 Scenic Route Calendars!

New secret 100-Day project with Daria and Marcy.

On the Table 21:42upside-down cranberry cake – smitten kitchen

Broccoli Cheddar Beans with Crispy Cheddar Panko by Carolina Gelen

Swiss Chicken Cutlets

Crisp Green Salad with Caramelized Citrus Dressing by Carolina Gelen

Cocktail Club Gingerbread cake–VERY forward on the molasses.

Christmas for 26 people.

Some family favorites.

New favorite: Chicken with garlic & shallots (shallots added to this recipe).

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The City in Glass by Nghi Vo

Real Tigers, Spook Street, London Rules, Joe Country, Slough House, Bad Actors by Mick Herron (audio)

The Examiner by Janice Hallett

A Fellowship of Bakers and Magic by J. Penner

The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong

The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Huruki Murakami, trans by Philip Gabriel

Noel Nook:

Slay Bells Ring by Nancy Robards Thompson (maddie and jenna)

Brightly Shining by Ingvild H. Rishøi, trans by Caroline Waight

A Jingle Bell Mingle by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone (sunny and issac)

Season of Love, For Never and Always, Hers for the Weekend by Helena Greer

The Christmas Countdown by Holly Cassidy

Make the Season Bright by Ashley Herring Blake (Brighton & Charlotte)

One Week in January by Carson Ellis

Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati

Glass Houses by Louise Penny

Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin

On the Horizon 1:02:37Yearly goals2025Monica’s 2024 Wrap-up/2025 Goals:

Needles: 17,674 yards in 33 projects, knit 2 sweaters with pre 2022 yarn. Coming up: Succulents blanket CAL, Colorwork cuff club

Table: Started Cocktail Club for entertaining goal. Coming up: Great British bake off bakes

Read 175 books, completed most of Storygraph Reads the World and Tacoma Extreme Reader Challenges. Coming up: Repeat Read the World and Tacoma Extreme!

Cortney’s 2024 Wrap-up/2025 Goals:

Needles: finished the Mondo Cable Cardi & WORE it!!

Aiming to: work more regularly on the Pressed Flower pullover, make/mend a garment each season. HOW: use a Make9 grid to inspire and achieve.

Easel: painted a book cover series for Nancy Robards Thompson via Tulle Publishing.

Completed several “pretend” Field Guides.

Did some plein air painting.

Completed a secret 100-Day project with Daria.

Gouachevember!

Scenic Route calendar.

Aiming to: paint a seasonal landscape/botanical, try a seasonal color palette, Fill a sketchbook each season. HOW: keep ref material at the ready, visit new flower mart, check museum on-line catalogues for “famous” seasonal landscapes…

Table: Cocktail Club is very inspiring! Teaching the boys how to prepare their favorites is heart-warming.

Aiming to: seek out seasonal recipes, go to Farmer’s market with seasonal list, look at favorite restaurant seasonal menus. Local, seasonal cookbooks!

Nightstand: read 68 fiction, many other art & cook books. “Found” my favorite genre: environmental lit.

Aiming to: read a little more. Seasonally! What Should I Read Next seasonal reading episode

HOW: use the big library lists, esp Tacoma Public Library Extreme Reader resources.

Also: Cortney’s winter playlist on Spotify.

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Episode 154December 5, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower:

Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient, Berroco Vintage in Cast Iron --DONE!!

Full Spectrum by Andrea Rangel, Koigu Painter’s Palette Premium Merino in black and 861 (turquoise, olive, purple, black 2009!)

Wildcat Warmth Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Dove Heather and Eggplant

Gnana’s Visit by Sarah Schira, Little Squirrel Yarn Oak Sock in Gnana’s House ( C1 Raspberry Jam, C2 Flint, C3 Tinsel, C4 Marshmallow) plus Dream in Color Smooshy in Green Light from previous kit

CORTNEY ‘s sweater project: Pressed Flowers Pullover by Amy Christoffers in Neighborhood Fiber Studio DK Ramblewood and Suri Loft Mondawmin.

On the Easel 13:47Gouachevember complete

Studio calendar SOLD OUT!

18:04 applause!

On the Table 20:00 Yes Cocktail Co.

PB&J cake from 100 Afternoon Sweets

Green bean casserole from SmittenKitchen.com

Mushroom kimchi mapo tofu from Ottolenghi Comfort

Butternut tamarind coconut stew

My own “invention”! Italian Stew? Mire poix with sausage, seasonings, diced tomatoes, and gnocchi.

The Jenny R. salad for Thanksgiving! Three-color cabbage salad with crispy chickpeas (I used pepitas). And her awesome yogurt/lime dressing.

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Noel Nook:

Gingerdead House by Nancy Warren (audio)

Wreck the Halls by Tessa Bailey

The Wood at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke

Dead Lions by Mick Herron (audio)

Maame by Jessica George (audio)

Buried Deep and Other Stories by Naomi Novik

The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny

There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak

In Universes by Emet North

The Nature of the Beast by Louise Penny

A Great Reckoning by Louise Penny

Whale Fall by Elizabeth O’Connor

Clear by Carys Davies

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Episode 153November 21, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower:

Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient

Full Spectrum by Andrea Rangel, Koigu Painter’s Palette Premium Merino in black and 861 (turquoise, olive, purple, black 2009!)

Wildcat Warmth Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Dove Heather and Eggplant

On the Easel 7:03Gouachevember

Calendar–Scenic Route coming soon!

On the Table 12:05 JT review What Goes With What

Child of the 90s bowl

Ginger bok choy

Bbq tofu & sweet potatoes

Lentil sw potato shep pie

Sticky pork/tofu with broccoli/zucchini& bok choy

Cherry/pear/almond crisp but apple/berry/vanilla

Peanut Butter Miso Cookie

Polish Mushroom Stew

Cabbage & Spinach slaw from Get Simple

Test kitchen live!

https://www.americastestkitchen.com/articles/5237-join-our-community-of-recipe-testers

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Happy Stories, Mostly by Norman Eikson Pasaribu, trans by Tiffany Tsao

The Sequel by Jean Hanff Korelitz

Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter

The Ex Vows by Jessica Joyce

Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen

The Sky on Fire by Jenn Lyons

The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich

The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich

The Long Way Home by Louise Penny

Playground by Richard Powers

Under the Tree 46:38Yarn Crafts Knitting Needles Hair Claw – The Peach Fuzz (also crochet, sewing, foods)

My Knitting Notes from Laine Magazine

Row Counter Rings

At-Home Acid Dye Kit - Neighborhood Fiber Co.

Wool felt pencil case – Retrosaria

JamPDX for crafters

PREORDER your own checklist mug — JaMpdx

Art ideas:

Case for Making (local to SF) beautiful watercolor sets, supplies, & classes

Molotow Marker set

Kuratake Gansai Tambi new art nouveau set

Ohuhu Alcohol markers & sketchbook

Ferris Wheel Press pens, inks, & sketchbook

Toyo toolboxes (available at Center Hardware in SF)

sketchbooks

Table Ideas:

https://jennylemons.com/collections/midi-hair-claws (food designs)

Farfalloni Pasta Pot Grips - Set of 2 – MoMA Design Store

The Spice House (spices, salts, blends, sets, flatpacks)

Ina garten memoir

America’s test kitchen 25th anniversary cookbook

Comfort by Yotem Ottolenghi

100 Afternoon Sweets by Sarah Kieffer

Hedley & Bennet apron

End-grain cutting board ideas

Perfectly Seasoned (local to SF) on 24th Street. Try “Brunch Dust”

Cast-iron loaf pan (bought in Japantown at Soko Hardware)

Nightstand ideas:

Book hair clip

https://www.idealbookshelf.com/ personalized book prints/mugs/totes/phone case, food writing tea towel, Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany

booked all weekend puzzle

Personalized Blind Date with a Book (etsy, choose theme and genre, includes book, tea,snack, stickers, coasters, socks, highlighter and tabs, reading list)

Betsey Johnson Book Club purse

Bake Club by Christina Tosi

America’s Test Kitchen 25th Anniversary edition

Story of Drawing: An Alternative History of Art

The Story of Art without Men by Katy Hessel

The Work of Art; how something comes from nothing by Adam Moss

Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin

Plus: bibliophile pencils, cozy reading blanket (splurge), cute book tote, book ends, book marks.

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Episode 152November 11, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower:

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite– DONE!!

Peace and Joy socks by KnittenKristen, Gauge DyeWorks Trifecta Fingering in Jack o’lantern with pumpkin mini– DONE!!

Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Elixir (2010! Carpe yarnem!)-- DONE!!

Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient

Full Spectrum by Andrea Rangel, Koigu Painter’s Palette Premium Merino in black and 861 (turquoise, olive, purple, black 2009!)

On the Easel 9:512025 Calendar–stay tuned.

Gouachevember!

Travel sketches

On the Table 14:56Streamlined Mushroom soup from Weekday Vegetarians: Get Simple (link to her blog article about the Moosewood recipe this one is based on)

mushroom rockefeller from What Goes With What by Julia Turshen

mushroom swiss burger rice from What Goes With What by Julia Turshen

Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Chicken Stew

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Slow Horses by Mick Herron (audio)

The Great Witches Baking Show and Baker’s Coven by Nancy Warren (audio)

Ornithologist’s Field Guide to Love by India Holton

A Song to Drown Rivers by Ann Liang

The Empusium: a health resort horror story by Olga Tokarczuk, trans by Antonia Lloyd-Jones

Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner

Playground by Richard Powers

The Wedding Witch by Erin Sterling

The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak

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Episode 151October 23, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower: NOAA UPDATE, OFFICE IN ASHEVILLE

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite

Peace and Joy socks by KnittenKristen, Gauge DyeWorks Trifecta Fingering in Jack o’lantern with pumpkin mini

Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Elixir (2010! Carpe yarnem!)

Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient

Islesburgh Toorie by The Doull Family, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift (ink, sherbert pink, pumpkin, purple, parma gentian– DONE!!

On the Easel 12:52Ann’s pockets!

Calendar work–A few of our favorite things

On the Table 16:56Roasted Bok Choy Tofu Asian Bowls from SF Chronicle

Pumpkin butter/caramelized onion/white cheddar grilled cheese

Nutty Zucchini Lime Cake from Snacking Bakes by Yossy Arefi (Nutty Parsnip variation)

Soft pretzels for Cocktail Club

Yogurt Marinated chicken

Celery Salad with Apples from NYT

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The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands by Sarah Brooks

Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. Klune

A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams (audio)

The Seventh Veil of Salome by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson

Beaverland by Leila Philip

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Episode 150! 6th Anniversary!October 10, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite

Fall SHaGS by Sarah Jordan, Fibernymph DyeWorks Mountain Tweed BFL in A Game for All Seasons (pumpkin contrast, pink/purple/blue/red/orange/green stripes, Simultaneous Heel Flap and Gusset Socks)-- DONE!!

Peace and Joy socks by KnittenKristen, Gauge DyeWorks Trifecta Fingering in Jack o’lantern with pumpkin mini

Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient

Islesburgh Toorie by The Doull Family, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift (ink, sherbert pink, pumpkin, purple, parma gentian

Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Elixir (2010! Carpe yarnem!)

On the Easel 18:35Seascape gift

Calendar of favorite things

Field Guides–collectibles!

Cloud studies

On the Table 23:24miso sweet potato and broccoli bowl – smitten kitchen

Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Tofu and Gochujang Butter

Carolina Gelen's Butter Beans Alla Vodka

Cabbage Stir-fry with peanut butter from DALS

Leek & Cheddar scone (underbaked)

Smoothies for the heat

Broccoli with Beef–premarinated the beef with corn starch slurry

Veg protein bread–which I do NOT recommend.

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Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

Bundt Instrument by Nancy Warren (audio)

The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier

Bright Sword by Lev Grossman

State of Paradise by Laura van den Berg

The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz (audio)

When the Killing’s Done by T.C. Boyle

The Hunter by Tana French

Virgil Wander by Leif Enger

On Reflection 58:50Needles

43 projects last year and only at 24 this year?

Lots of gnomes, goodly amount of gifts. More process/KALs? But some super happy making sweaters (ilha, gridlines, 3 summer tops)

Dark Academia got most likes

Cortney loved: Monica’s Bay Area Yarn Crawl coverage, the Explicate Hat by Hunter Hammersen, Coloring Book Raglan by Aimeeshermakes, and Dark Academia sweater by River Road Knits.

Easel

Sheep butter mold from last year anni episode

Bird and pb

London one: big ben, fox, typewriter, pretzel, wine

Cortney is happy with these creations: last summer’s bird prize, annual Gouachevember, tiny typewriter for the SFPL tiny art show.

Table

Full veg! No kids!

Cortney noticed: how the podcast continues to ignite cooking projects, be they low-sodium, less meat, more mushrooms.

nightstand

125 books! +41 last year pre-anniversary

Audio, foreign, cant keep away from challenges

Sue grafton! Christmas/holiday books

Better idea what’s going to annoy me even if i cant keep away from it

Fresh water for flowers by Valerie Perrin

I cheerfully refuse by leif enger

Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez

Cortney finally figured out: her genre of choice! Environmenal/eco fiction!! Where the environment IS a character, or an important feature. Books like: The Light Pirate by Lucy Brooks-Dalton and I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger.

Also, alway happy to read a well-written romance or witchy story.

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Episode 149September 26, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Someone to Write Gnome About by Sarah Schira, Must Stash Yarn in komorebi, oakmoss and natural – DONE!!

Spill the Tea by Marie Greene, Malabrigo Arroyo in cereza, Sugar Plum Circus merino sport in charcoal and merlin’s beard– DONE!!

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite

Fall SHaGS by Sarah Jordan, Fibernymph DyeWorks Mountain Tweed BFL in A Game for All Seasons

Clapoti fest

On the Easel 15:09Field guides: butter, hostas, lichen?

Seascape commission

On the Table 22:35No pasta on monday!

https://www.loveandlemons.com/whipped-ricotta/

Pear Walnut Ricotta crostini

Pumpkin Margarita - Sugar and Charm

Peanutty cabbage and tofu

Peach Cobbler in the two-person Le Creuset

Stuffed Mushrooms from How to Cook Everything

And sampling recipes from Weekday Vegetarians: Get Simple

Full review coming Oct. 23rd

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America is in the Heart by Carlos Bulosan

The Lady Waiting by Magdalena Zyzak (audio)

Burn by Peter Heller

It Had to be You by Eliza Jane Brazier (audio)

Square of Sevens by Laura Shepherd-Robinson

The West Passage by Jared Pechaček

A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher

The White Hare by Jane Johnson

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Episode 148 September 12, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Mystery of Grimblewood KAL by Sarah Schira, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder plus Secret, Envy and Nightshade– DONE!!

Spill the Tea by Marie Greene, Malabrigo Arroyo in cereza, Sugar Plum Circus merino sport in charcoal and merlin’s beard– this was all stash yarn

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite

Someone to Write Gnome About by Sarah Schira, Must Stash Yarn in komorebi, oakmoss and natural

On the Easel 12:41Tattoo season!

Handmades label

Pretend Field Guides series

On the Table 20:21Grilled Zucchini with Miso Butter Glaze and Chili Crisp by Susan Spungen

magic apple plum cobbler – smitten kitchen

Jenny Rosenstrach book signing! At Omnivore books

Languishing peaches

Banana Coffee Cake (don’t overbake)

Apple Fritter Bread

Spicy Lentil Curry with ground turkey & feta (searching for recipe…)

Souper Cubes that I need in my kitchen

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Let the Games Begin by Rufaro Faith Mazarura

The Brides of High Hill by Nigh Vo

Girlfriend on Mars by Deborah Willis

Translation State by Ann Leckie

Murder Your Employer: The McMasters Guide to Homicide by Rupert Holmes (audio)

The Unwedding by Allie Condy

Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson

The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

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Episode 147August 29, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Color Popportunity Socks by Stephen West, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder plus Secret,
Envy and Nightshade– DONE!!

Color Pop FO thread

Mystery of Grimblewood KAL by Sarah Schira, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder plus Secret, Envy and Nightshade

Spill the Tea by Marie Greene, Malabrigo Arroyo in cereza, Sugar Plum Circus merino sport in charcoal and merlin’s beard

On the Easel 10:41Imaginary Field Guides (like this one).

BIG florals on paper

Mining the sketchbooks

On the Table 17:57Atlantic Beach Ice Cream Pie: refreshing & no-bake for Wall of Heat 2024

Wash post food newsletters

PPII: Tofu Shakshuka by Hetty Lui McKinnon, harissa paste I used (look on site for preserved lemon paste as well)

Ottolenghi Simple: roast chicken/mushrooms with preserved lemon, Zucchini, thyme and walnut salad, Tomatoes with sumac shallots

Heirloom Tomato Tart with puff pastry. Inspired by the cover! Riffed on my own because I didn’t have gorgonzola.

Turkey meatloaf with potato rosti & farmer’s market salad

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Forbidden Notebook by Alba de Céspedes, trans by Ann Goldstein

God of the Woods by Liz Moore

Tangled Up in You by Christina Lauren

The Last Warner Woman by Kei Miller

House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende, trans by Marisol Ramirez

The Black Bird Oracle by Deborah Harkness

The Black Bird Oracle by Deborah Harkness

The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier

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Cortney’s Bingo: Veg recipe with the Tomato tart

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Episode 146August 15, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Mountain Colors Crazyfoot in Yellowstone – DONE!!

Spill the Tea by Marie Greene, Malabrigo Arroyo in cereza, Sugar Plum Circus merino sport in charcoal and merlin’s beard

Color Popportunity Socks by Stephen West, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder plus Secret,
Envy and Nightshade

Color Pop FO thread

On the Easel 11:21Finished my 100 Day Project!

Working sporadically on #3materialsdrawingchallenge

On the Table 16:40Aug 27: DALS book release

Oct 15: julia turshen book release

Veg-Packed Bean Soup and Zucchini Blossoms - Dinner: A Love Story

A Summery Take on Eggplant Parm - by Jenny Rosenstrach

Mexican Street Corn Salad with Tofu and Greens by Jenny Rosenstrach

‘Marry Me’ chicken that i prepared with tomato paste and a splash of heavy cream

Food prep bowls for Nathan

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Fresh Water for Flowers by Valérie Perrin, trans by Hildegarde Serle

Mirrored Heavens by Rebecca Roanhorse

Kingdom of Sweets by Erika Johansen

Starling House by Alix E. Harrow

Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley

Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell

The Husbands by Holly Gramazio

Meet the Bennedettos by Kate Cotugno

Long Island by Colm Toibin

Last House; or the Age of Oil by Jessica Shattuck

Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes

I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger

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BINGO! Reading (mostly)

Book in translation: fresh water for flowers

Vacation knitting

Summertime book: midnight feast

Colorful salad: mexican street corn

Pizza: kale burrata

Cortney’s Bingo:

New technique: the 3 materials challenge

Monica rec, perhaps?: I Cheerfully Refuse

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Episode 145July 18, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Mountain Colors Crazyfoot in Yellowstone

Ochre Cardigan by Ambah O’Brien, De Rerum Natura Antigone in Pivoine– DONE!!

Spill the Tea by Marie Greene, Malabrigo Arroyo in cereza, Sugar Plum Circus merino sport in charcoal and merlin’s beard

Color Popportunity Socks by Stephen West, Walk Collection Tough Sock in Powder plus Secret,
Envy and Nightshade

On the Easel 9:50Secret 100 Day project

And prepping for an autumn Open Studio

Finished Nathan’s BIG painting (the edges).

On the Table 13:47Salmon with Sweet Mustard Glaze - by Jenny Rosenstrach - Dinner: A Love Story

Ginger Shrimp with Carrot Couscous

Spoonbread Stuffed Poblanos from Veg Forward

Lemon Honey Posset by Ali Slagle

The epic “open sauce” chicken sandwich as per Nathan’s obsession. Inspired by this food truck.

Lasagna–heavy on the San Marzano tomatoes

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Mars House by Natasha Pulley

Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan

The Editor: How Publishing Legend Judith Jones Shaped Culture in America by Sara B. Franklin

Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

Spitting Gold by Carmella Lowkis

The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center

Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley

How the Light Gets In by Louise Penny

The Secret History of Witches by Louisa Morgan

The Ghosts of Beatrice Bird by Louisa Morgan

Middletide by Sarah Crouch

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

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Let someone else cook: i forgot! My parents! Flank steak, potato salad, green salad

Cort rec: Covenant of Water

Make you laugh: rom-commers

Debut author: ministry of time

Cortney’s Bingo:

Read local-ish: The Ghosts of Beatrice Bird

Read Summertime: Middletide

Read Disability: How the Light Gets in (addiction)

Cook tomato: lasagna to-go

Finished project: Nate’s BIG painting!

The Loose Ends Project

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Episode 143June 20, 2024

Thanks to Pam Maher of Unraveling a Knitting Podcast

Dance under the full moon

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Westknits Surprise Sock along is back! Starts july 9

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Mountain Colors Crazyfoot in Yellowstone

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set– DONE!!

Sommeralv Line Edition (summer elf/fairy) by Marte Helgetun, Classic Elite Yarns Classic Silk (cotton, silk, nylon) in Maho Bay

On the Easel 10:57Sketching while traveling: Elandan Bonsai Gardens

Working on botanicals

On the Table 15:54Red lentil ful with chickpeas and sumac roasted cauliflower from Cool Beans

Artichoke and preserved lemon pasta from Anything’s Pastable

Soy sauce eggs and avocado from Ali Slagle

Chocolate Mousse, minus the pie part

Popovers: our new tin, plus Mark Bittman’s recipe

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Parasol Against the Ax by Helen Oyeyemi

The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton

Tidal Creatures by Seanan McGuire

Brotherless Night by V.V. Ganeshananthan

Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke

The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer

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New veg recipe: red lentil ful

Start new project: sommaralv top

Read local: tidal creatures

Middle square: vacation sketching

Read POC: Bluebird, Bluebird

Cook: someone else!

Debut author: Mikki Brammer

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Episode 142June 6, 2024

KQED interview with Ruth Whippman about her new book: BoyMom.

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Ranunculus by Midori Hirose, Saredo されど Watakami re: Lily in kujyaku WL99– DONE!! Really and totally

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Mountain Colors Crazyfoot in Yellowstone

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People and yarntini sock in ginger ice– DONE!!

Cortney is swatching for Pressed Flower Pullover by Amy Christoffers in Neighborhood Fiber Co. studio DK in Ramblewood and Suri Loft in Mondawmin.

On the Easel 16:06Secret 100 Day sketchbook project

Plein Air studies

Lena Rivo Color Mastery Class

On the Table 23:01The Microwave Makes Quick, Easy Work of Fried Shallots and Garlic

Chili Crisp Wedge (with crispy shallots and yogurt) | Patreon

Cast Iron Pressed Pizza Sandwiches | The Kitchn

Thai Style Salad from Jamie Oliver Veg

Simple Potato and Lentil Salad with Tomatoes

My Big Giant Dinner Salad - by Jenny Rosenstrach

Buffalo soft serve at Palace Market in Point Reyes Station!

Matzo Ball Soup from Alison Roman

Popovers!

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Y is for Yesterday by Sue Grafton (audio)

The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

West by Carys Davies

Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig

City of Bones by Martha Wells

The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court by Gareth Russell

Bite by Bite: Nourishments and Jamborees by Aimee Nezhukumatathil

Two media recommendations:

Billy & Molly; an otter love story (on Disney+/Nat’l Geo, Hulu)

Animal, a new NYT podcast with Sam Anderson

Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan

The River King by Alice Hoffman

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Monica:

Cook tomato focused: Tomato sauce

Read something by a POC: Bite by Bite

Finish a WIP: gridlines (or HS grad!)

Cortney:

Cook for a cause: soup for sick neighbors

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Episode 141May 23, 2024

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Shetland Wool Week!

SWW hat kits at Jimmy Beans Wool

https://www.oliveknits.com/product/spill-the-tea/

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Mountain Colors Crazyfoot in Yellowstone

Sockhead slouch by kelly mcclure, super glo super sock in hulu hulu– DONE!

Winterview scarf by Cecelia Campochiaro, A Verb for Keeping Warm Nibble in Marine Layer– DONE!!

Ranunculus by Midori Hirose, Saredo されど Watakami re: Lily in kujyaku WL99– DONE!!

On the Easel 18:20Plein Air sketching

Daily project–struggling

Master studies

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Eat Voraciously sign up

Tofu Steak Veracruzana

Sara Forte's 40 Forever Ingredients: Chili Crisp Avocado Tostadas

Celebration Cake from Momofuku Milk Bar

Greek Chicken and Lemony Shrimp from Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredient Mediterranean

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Booksmith Silent Reading Party

The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo

Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. Holmberg

Carry On by Rainbow Rowell (audio)

Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

Funny Story by Emily Henry

Funny Story by Emily Henry

A Trick of the Light by Louise Penny

The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny

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Episode 140May 9, 2024

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Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

NoCKRs

Knitted Knockers in Cascade Ultra Pima in rose dust and sandstone– DONE!!

Sun Salutation by Celia McAdams, Neighborhood Fiber Co Studio DK in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave– DONE!!

Gnome News is Good News by Sarah Schria, Woolens and Nosh Targee Sock in Tulip- DONE!!

Sockhead slouch by kelly mcclure, super glo super sock in hulu hulu

Winterview scarf by Cecelia Campochiaro, A Verb for Keeping Warm Nibble in Marine Layer

Ranunculus by Midori Hirose, Saredo されど Watakami re: Lily in kujyaku WL99

On the Easel 17:534 Book covers for Nancy Robards Thompson via Tule Publishing!!!

Color Mastery Essentials class with Lena Rivo

Self-guided master studies

On the Table 28:20Sausage meatballs with halloumi and tomatoes from Cup of Jo

Hot Honey Peach Margarita

Hot Honey Shrimp

Death by Croissant. Best in San Francisco, in Cortney’s opinion.

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X by Sue Grafton (audio)

Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle

The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft

The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard

North Woods by Daniel Mason

James by Percival Everett

The Princess of Las Vegas by Chris Bohjalian

The Wedding Party by Jasmine Guillory

The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder by C.L. Hunter

Bury Your Dead by Louise Penny

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Episode 139April 25, 2024

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Avenue Yarns raffle winner! Juniper Moon Farm cumulus Dappled

Gnome News is Good News by Sarah Schria, Woolens and Nosh Targee Sock in Tulip

Sockhead slouch by kelly mcclure, super glo super sock in hulu hulu

Knitted Knockers in Cascade Ultra Pima in rose dust and sandstone

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Sun Salutation by Celia McAdams, Neighborhood Fiber Co Studio DK in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

Cortney’s yarn find: Round Mountain Fibers, colorways inspired by nature

Also: more pocket drama

On the Easel 14:07Secret 100 Day project “Open to Suggestion” some pieces can be found here.

PleinAirpril next year, for sure.

On the Table 17:04Julia Turshen sticky chicken using hot honey

https://alislagle.substack.com/p/hetty-lui-mckinnons-40-forever-ingredients

Any-curry, any-lentil stew

Gochujang ragu

Cheesy Lentil Bake

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The Phoenix Crown by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang

Excavations by Kate Myers

Past Lying by Val McDermid (audio)

The Woman on the Ledge by Ruth Mancini (audio)

The Hunter by Tana French

Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange

Kilt Trip by Alexandra Kiley

The Silent Sister by Diane Chamberlain

One Woman Show by Christine Coulson

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Episode 138April 11, 2024

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OMG heel socks by Megan Williams, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Nordland in 6819– DONE!!

Popped socks by Hunter Hammerson, Three Irish Girls Springvale Sock in Second Star to the Right (nov 2012)-- revamp of original march 2009 pattern– DONE!!

Lather by Hunter Hammerson, Ella Rae Eco Organic Cotton in Basil and Limeade– DONE!!

Sockhead slouch by kelly mcclure, super glo super sock in hulu hulu

Blast from the past: my fastest purchase-to-caston project Michele hat

Knitted Knockers in Cascade Ultra Pima in rose dust (and sandstone)

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower–

Sun Salutation by Celia McAdams, Neighborhood Fiber Co Studio DK in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave

Cortney’s possible project:

Yoke Sweater/Tartan Inspiration by Biscotte Yarns

On the Easel 14:58“Open to Suggestion” sketchbook practice

Tiny Art Show at SFPL

Museum of Arts and Design

On the Table 29:11Fried rice and bee sting pizza from Hot Sheet by Olga Massov & Sanaë Lemoine

B Side Pizza in NYC (Killer Bee is the pizza we had. Bee Sting is a cocktail. Here anyway. The cookbook pizza is the bee sting)

Shrimp & hot honey from Big Bites

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What you need to know about the 2024 Summer Reading Guide, coming May 16

To Marry and to Meddle by Martha Waters

In the Quick by Kate Hope Day (audio)

Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line by Deepa Anappara

Book of Doors by Gareth Brown

The Hakawati by Rabih Alameddine (lebanon)

Mercury by Amy Jo Burns

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Episode 137– Bay Area Yarn Crawl!March 28, 2024

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Wild and Distant Seas by Tara Karr Roberts

Mislaid in Parts Half-Known by Seanan McGuire

W is for Wasted by Sue Grafton (audio)

Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xóchitl González

Book Lovers by Emily Henry

On the Table 11:50Seriously, all the repeats. Banana butterscotch pie, corned beef (salt and vinegar cabbage), pizza beans, peanut broccoli & protein

Baked Lemon Pudding

Matcha and Strawberry Creme Twunkie OMG the strawberry creme!!!

Chez Panisse!

On the Easel 23:59Irving Penn (thru july 21) and Fashioning San Francisco (thru Aug 11) at the DeYoung Museum

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AVFKW indigo dyeing class

Bay Area Yarn Crawl!

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Episode 136 March 14, 2024

Happy Pie Day!

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Mystery Gnome KAL!

Bay Area Yarn Crawl!

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

OMG heel socks by Megan Williams, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Nordland in 6819

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Popped socks by Hunter Hammerson, Three Irish Girls Springvale Sock in Second Star to the Right (nov 2012)-- revamp of original march 2009 pattern

Sun Salutation by Celia McAdams, Miss Babs Yowza in Slate and Temptress

Delft and Slinky Slinky Sly

On the Easel 24:29Secret secret!

Woven seagrass chair

Lots of sewing and mending

On the Table 25:42The Recipe with Kenji and Deb review

Shallot & Black Pepper stir fry by ali slagle

  • Shallot, veggie, tempeh, ginger/pepper/soy/sherry vinegar

Tofu Shawarma Dinner Salad

Cortney’s cooking rut. Using Dinner; Changing the Game by Melissa Clark for inspiration

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One Woman Show by Christine Coulson

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

One Day by David Nicholls

Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater

Kids Run the Show by Delphine de Vigan, trans by Alison Anderson

One of the Good Guys by Araminta Hall

The Women by Kristin Hannah

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Episode 135February 29/March 2, 2024

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Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio– DONE!!

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre) – DONE!!

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

OMG heel socks by Megan Williams, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Nordland in 6819

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

Popped socks by Hunter Hammerson, Three Irish Girls Springvale Sock in Second Star to the Right (nov 2012)-- revamp of original march 2009 pattern

Slinky Slinky Sly Sweater by Caitlin Shepherd in Miss Babs Katahdin in Beanstalk and Malabrigo Lettuce.

On the Easel 14:20Quarter 1 project

Big florals for Open Studios

STILL Flower Drawing on-line workshops

On the Table 16:20Sweet Potato Fries X Food Imperialism from Material Girls Podcast scholarly podcast about pop culture

Yossy Arefi’s chocolate skillet cookie with walnuts & cherries

Alfredo e Pepe Recipe - by Ali Slagle

Beans 'n' Cheese | Cup of Jo

Peanut Chicken with Sauteed Vegetables

Chicken Marsala with gnocchi from Smitten Kitchen Everyday

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Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson

Prophet Song by Paul Lynch

Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa, trans by Eric Ozawa

Trust by Hernan Diaz (audio)

Reykjavík: A Crime Story by Ragnar Jonasson and Katrin Jakobsdottir, trans by Victoria Cribb

Going Zero by Anthony McCarten (audio)

The Gentleman’s Gambit by Evie Dunmore

The Fury by Alex Michaelides

The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai (transl. Jesse Kirkwood)

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins

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Episode 134February 15, 2024

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Cortney’s knit! Mondo Cable Cardi by Bonnie Marie Burns in Madeline Tosh Chunky in Thunderstorm. DONE DONE DONE!!!

Joyful sweater finishing

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG heel socks by Megan Williams, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Nordland in 6819

Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio

Bikey Beanie by Andrea Rangel, Knit Picks Swish DK in dove heather and black – DONE!

  • AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary
  • KnitOvation Stitch Dictionary

On the Easel 13:30Quarter 1 project

Field Guide project–keep an eye here for updates.

Cortney’s next sweater?

On the Table 20:30IN THE ROTATION: French Onion Turkey Burgers

crispy potatoes with mushrooms – smitten kitchen

Creamy cauliflower from Vegetable Kingdom

Ditto on the Smitten crispy potatoes with mushrooms – smitten kitchen

White Beans ala Delfina Restaurant with Royal Corona White Bean from Rancho Gordo

Shrimp “My Way” from Mark Bittman’s How to Cook Everything (I absolutely peel the shrimp for this entree).

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V is for Vengeance by Sue Grafton (audio)

Deal with the Devil by Kit Rocha (mercenary librarians #1)

Nettle and Bone by T. Kingfisher (audio)

Space Between Worlds by Micaiah Johnson (audio)

Weather by Jenny Offill

The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins

The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman

Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal

The Butcher’s Daughter by Victoria Glendinning

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Episode 133February 1, 2024

BIG thanks to Sally, Sonia, Nathan, & Meghan for episode 132!

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Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr , HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

OMG heel socks by Megan Williams, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Nordland in 6819

On the Easel 15:47Field Guides series

Quarter 1 project

Nate’s BIG painting, lessons learned?

On the Table 21:03Smitten Kitchen Seattle Lecture series She and J. Kenji Lopez-Alt have podcast coming soon!

roasted squash and tofu with ginger – smitten kitchen

Served with baby bok/cabbage salad with mustard vinaigrette (DALS winter salads)

Ginger-scallion broccoli soup from ali slagle/40 ingredients forever

Spiced tomato soup with horseradish cream from San Francisco Chronicle

https://tasty.co/recipe/slow-cooker-coconut-curry

Ice cream cake

Chocolate Cherry Macaroons - by Susan Spungen

Red Salad (raw purple cabbage, raw beets, red onion, with capers & creme fraiche)

Soft Pretzels from Sally’s Baking Addiction (& them made temple lunch sandwiches with them!)

Protein Mac & Cheese (needs tweaks; I’ll report back soon)

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Three Holidays and a Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley

The Christmas Orphans Club by Becca Freeman

The Good Part by Sophie Cousens

Improbable Meet Cute series from Amazon Prime

A Power Unbound (the last binding #3) by Freya Marske

The Innocent Sleep by Seanan McGuire

The Narrow Road Between Desires by Patrick Rothfuss

Mammoths at the Gates by Nigh Vo

The Saint of Bright Doors by Vajra Chandrasekera

Day by Michael Cunningham

On Beauty by Zadie Smith

The Witching Tide by Margaret Meyer

The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard

The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer

The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton

The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

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Episode 132 January 19, 2024

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With Sally who works at Imagiknit!

Joni cotton t-shirt by Natasja Hornby

Gardsra “Garden Fairy” cardigan in Malabrigo & Knitting for Olive mohair

Churchmouse Saddle Shoulder sweater in Saxony cashmere by juniper moon

Rad Plaid Cowl by Andrea Mowry

Espresso scarf

September slipover by Petite Knit in Lang Mohair

On the Easel 19:21With Sonia Brittain–IG link

Sonia Brittain on YouTube

Sonia Brittain on Patreon

Sketchbooks, daily art, abstracts, portraits, landscapes.

Justin Mortimer

“There’s a niche for everybody in art.”

Rose Wylie, just one of many good articles about her.

Craves variety in her art process.

Joy of Drawing–Floral class with Sonia

On the Table 40:39With Nathan, short & sweet.

Experimenting with potatoes, more bison.

Meatballs–audio message.

Kodiak power cakes

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With Meghan Butler

SFPL

Green Apple Books, Blackbird Books

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Ezra Klein interview with B. Kingsolver

Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff

The world we make by NK Jemisin

Aesthetica by Allie Rowbottom

Ripe by Sarah Rose Etter

Roxane Gay newsletter

The Overstory by Richard Powers

Erin

Girls They Write Songs About by Carlene Bauer

You are Here by Karin Lin-Greenberg

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Episode 131January 4, 2024

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Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio

Christmas is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential in We Need a Little Christmas (started December 2022, yarn 2016)-- DONE!!

Zemy’s 2023 advent by Tricia Weatherston, Sincere Sheep Coastal in Firsts (made here club 2021) – so close!!

Gingerbread House Socks by Helen Stewart, NNK hand dyed yarns DK 8 ply sock in Gingerbread House– DONE!!

Make gnome mistake by Sarah Schira, christmas tree in snow by Jeannette Murphy, Cascade Yarns Heritage Sock in Snow, Porter Wool Co Fingering in Huntress– DONE! And DONE!

Snow Matter What by Sarah Schira, christmas tree in snow by Jeannette Murphy, Cascade Yarns Heritage Sock in Snow, Porter Wool Co Fingering in Huntress– DONE!

Montage Hat by Helen Stewart, Three Irish Girls Springvale DK in Atlantis– DONE!

ADVENTuresome Wrap by Ambah O’Brien, Canon Hand Dyes Victorian Gothic Advent set

Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr , HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower

15,639 yards in 43 projects view details

On the Easel 21:08Field Guide series?

Nate’s big painting

Q1 project

Calendar SOLD OUT! Thank you to all who purchased one!

23 Podcast paintings

~100 other paintings and sketches for 2023

On the Table 26:41Polenta Lasagna With Spinach and Herby Ricotta Recipe - NYT Cooking

Rustic Cauliflower and Tomato Gratin from the Wimpy Vegetarian

Whipped feta with honey from Dinner a Love Story

  • The one I used is for paid subscribers only but this one from It’s Not Complicated is pretty close

Gado gado– Ali Slagle idea, peanut sauce from East by Meera Sodha

Flourless Sea Salt brownies from Skinnytaste Simple

New empanada press

2023 WINS: temple lunches, teaching my boys how to cook, leaning into lentils, kale, & quinoa.

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Faking Christmas by Kerry Winfrey

Murder at Midnight by Katharine Schellman

U is for Undertow by Sue Grafton (audio)

The Death I Gave Him by Em X. Liu (audio)

System Collapse by Martha Wells

So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan

Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros

Bookshops and Bonedust by Travis Baldree

Second Best by David Foenkinos, trans by Megan Jones

Queen Hereafter by Isabelle Schuler

Menewood by Nicola Griffith

Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride (audio)

Goodreads: 190 books

The Book of More Delights by Ross Gay

Grimoire Girl by Hilarie Burton Morgan

Winter’s Tale by Mark Helprin

Cacophony of Bone; Circle of a Year by Kerri ni Dochartaigh

I keep track in my analog planner–84 books in 2023!

On the Horizon 1:03:46On the Needles 2023Knitting

  • 3 sweaters with yarn from pre-2022 stash
    • 3 full sweaters: 2022, 2023 x2 (stitches)
    • Top: 2022
    • Baby sweater: 2023
  • Charity– hats and knitted knockers ✔
  • Quarterly knit from deep stash ✔
    • 1st: joshua tree beanie, yoth yarn 2015 (feb)
    • 2nd: socks, yarntini stripe 2009 (may)
    • 3rd: sockhead slouch, swoonish walker twist 2010 (aug)
    • 4th: montage hat, 3IG springvale dk 2010 (dec)

Kits

  • Cross stitch
  • Bracelet
  • Xmas- figures or 12 days

2024Repeat knitting stuff– pre2022 sweaters

Kits

  • Cross stitch
  • Bracelet
  • Xmas- figures or 12 days

Lobsters in sweaters!

Weather or Knot scarf

On the Easel2023 23 podcast illustrations

Over 100 sketches, paintings, etc.

Gallery stuff didn’t sell, but I’ll keep trying.

2024 Big Q1 project

Field guides?

Follow mu curiosity

& hopefully a fall Open Studio!

On the Table2023New ingredients: preserved lemon? ✔ What else?

Make homemade gnocchi ✔

Temple lunches were a success.

Taught the boys some cooking basics.

2024Entertaining

Using recipes from substack

Keep exploring kale, lentils, quinoa, and beans (aka fiber & plant protein)

Continue temple lunches!

On the Nightstand2023Storygraph challenges: 5/10 reads the world, 7/10 genre

  • Argentina: Eartheater
  • Trinidad & Tobago: Mermaid of Black Conch
  • Columbia: Love in the Time of Cholera
  • Nigeria: A Spell of Good Things
  • Norway: Aliss by the Fire
  • Contemporary Fiction with disability: Tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow
  • Fantasy novel by AOC: The world we make
  • Mystery by woman: world of curiosities
  • Non fiction start up: Place at the Nayarit
  • Sapphic romance: a restless Truth
  • Kids book: Echo

West Portal Books Irish Book Subscription

  • Foster by Claire Keegan
  • Trespasses by Louise Kennedy
  • Kala by Colin Walsh

I actually aimed to read a little less if it meant painting more.

2024Storygraph again

Irish bookclub again

Tacoma library extreme reader challenge (Cortney loves the structure of this list!)

Also, it’s okay to DNF a book.

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Episode 130December 7, 2023

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Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio

  • named after the art of basket weaving art from the Portuguese village Ilha.

Easy Satan Devil Horns by Kitty McKay, Madelinetosh Tosh Sport in Scarlet– DONE!!

Christmas is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential in We Need a Little Christmas (started December 2022, yarn 2016)

Zemy’s 2023 advent by Tricia Weatherston, Sincere Sheep Coastal in Firsts (made here club 2021)

Snow Matter What by Sarah Schira

Make gnome mistake by Sarah Schira, christmas tree in snow by Jeannette Murphy, Cascade Yarns Heritage Sock in Snow, Porter Wool Co Fingering in Huntress

Gingerbread House Socks by Helen Stewart, NNK hand dyed yarns DK 8 ply sock in Gingerbread House

On the Easel 12:23Botticelli’s Drawings!

Gouachevember wrap

Birds in December with Blueshine Art

2024 Calendar

On the Table 18:47vegetarian cassoulet – smitten kitchen

  • Leeks, carrots, celery, white beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, breadcrumbs

Quinoa Tacos (EASY Crockpot Recipe!) - Chelsea's Messy Apron

  • Quinoa, black beans, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, taco seasoning

Julia Turshen class– easy “deviled” eggs

  • Cranberry Whiskey Sours (also no or low alcohol)
  • Spiced Mulled Wine
  • Pork + Pineapple Bites (SJ)
  • Smoky White Bean & Pimentón Dip (SJ)
  • Kinda Deviled Eggs (SV)

Stromboli with no-nitrate meats, roasted bell pepper, & cheese & pre-made Lamonica dough.

Quinoa Crunch with Zatar seasoning

Northern Spy’s Kale Salad

Stewed Garam Masala Lentils with Buttery Shrimp

Creamy Coconut Curried Green Lentils

Greek Chicken loaf based on this inspiration

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10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall

A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone

The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett

The Christmas Murder Game by Alexandra Benedict

A Death in Tokyo by Keigo Higashino, trans by Giles Murphy (audio)

The Water Outlaws by S. L. Huang

The Spare Man by Mary Robinette Kowal

Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff

Alias Emma by Ava Glass

Shark Heart; a love story by Emily Habeck

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Episode 129Friday, November 24, 2023

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Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall– DONE!!

Christmas is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential in We Need a Little Christmas (started December 2022, yarn 2016)

Ilha by Orlane Sucche, SugarPlum Circus sock in Scorpio

Explicate by Hunter Hammerson, Hue Loco Merino Sock in Blue laced red wyandotte–DONE!!

On the Easel 14:51Gouachevember

Calendar prep check here for shop updates

On the Table 21:15Monster Cookies | Cup of Jo

Crispy Honey Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts - Caroline Chambers

Paper Plane

Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf Recipe

Ad hoc chicken pot pie with the BEST crust! (used icy cold vodka instead of water).

Carmelized Shallot gravy

Yellow Curry Chickenturned into Handpies with leftover crust from above.

Cocktail from Episode 61

New cocktail! We’re calling it The Franciscan.

I part Orange Curacao, 1 part Gin, splash of ginger allspice simple syrup*, garnish with cara cara orange.

*Ginger Allspice Simple Syrup: 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon allspice berries, 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped. Combine in saucepan & bring to boil. Cook till sugar is melted. Remove from heat & let steep for 30-60 minutes. Strain into a jar, cover & refrigerate.

And an epic quantity of green beans!

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Goodreads best of 2023 voting

T is for Trespass by Sue Grafton (audio)

Malice by Keigo Higashino, trans by Alexander O. Smith (audio)

Waking Gods by Sylvain Neuvel (audio)

Only Human by Sylvain Neuvel (audio)

Last Devil to Die by Richard Osman

The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy, trans by Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky (this link goes to a different version)

Under the Smokestrewn Sky by A. Deborah Baker/seanan McGuire

Little Thieves by Margaret Owen

The Keeper’s Six by Kate Elliott

48:00

Starter Villain by John Scalzi

Evil Eye by Etaf Rum

August Blue by Deborah Levy

Beyond the Door of No Return by David Diop, trans by Sam Taylor

Aliss at the Fire by Jon Fosse, trans by Damion Searls

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers

Happy Place by Emily Henry

Mrs. Porter Calling by AJ Pearce

The Museum of Failures by Thrity Umrigar

All Wrapped Up 1:09:19NeedlesWeather or Knot Scarf Kit – The Yarnery

Faux suede tags, handmade, this is the back

Knitting cady yarn bowl Uncommon Goods

CABLE KNIT LEATHER BANDS FOR APPLE WATCH birdie parker

Nudge Brass Counter

Budget version counter

Handmade: knitting tags

EaselCaran D’ache Bi-color set of colored pencils (unfortunately, I cannot find the set I have. Here’s an example).

Klee Marble Pencil Set from LACMA

Blackwings!

Leuchtturm1917 sketchbook

Talens Art Creations sketchbook

Hahnemuhle Bamboo (lightweight paper) sketchbook

Field Notes small sketchbooks

Blick Acrylic Portrait Set

Charvin Acrylic Portrait set

Handmade: sketchbook ideas

TableSnacking Bakes by Yossi Arefi

Substack subscription

State baking dish, serving dish, platter, historic map trays

Diaspora & Co spices also, check Whole Foods

Lucky Iron fish

Big Sur Elote Salt or Maldon bucket!

Handmade: giftable spice blends

NightstandDemon Copperhead

Everyman’s Pocket Classics: Scottish Stories, Garden , New York, Detective

Literary women book locket necklace

Tequila Mockingbird (10th Anniversary Expanded Edition): Cocktails with a Literary Twist

Museum Book Shops: MFA Boston, SFMoma, DeYoung/Legion, The Met, etc.

The Simple Art of Rice by Danica Novgorodoff and Joseph Johnson

Here We Go Again by Tiffani Thiessen

The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman

The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan (boo! Not out till April!--sorry friends).

Day by Michael Cunningham

America’s Test Kitchen 2023 & others.

Handmade: bookmarks!

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Episode 128November 1, 2023

Renaming birds

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Snow Matter What December gnome mkal is available

Knitvent 2023 by Helen Stewart

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Diamonds in the Light by Lisa K. Ross/Paper Daisy Creations, Candy Skein Creations Yummy Fingering in Goonies Grub– DONE!!

Possible Sweaters

Casual by Katrin Schneider

Vuolle by Meiju K-P

Ilha by Orlane Sucche

Calluna by Fiona Alice final pompom 🙁

On the Easel 11:42Gouachevember!

Rabbit Rabbit Art Show Nov 1-Dec 10 at Faye’s Video

Calendar prep

On the Table 18:59Cumin beans with Tomatillo from I Dream of Dinner

Chipotle Tomato Baked Rice, also from I Dream of Dinner

Ground Chicken Tacos Recipe (With Video)

Black bean and acorn/butternut squash tacos from Weekday Vegetarian

Eating and reading

Yellow Curry Chicken and ….Gnocchi

Peanut Butter & Choc Chip cookies from 100 Cookies

*time to do a spice cupboard, pantry, fridge/freezer clean out

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S is for Silence by Sue Grafton (audio)

Sleeping Giants by Sylvain Neuvel (audio)

The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

What You are Looking For is in the Library by Michiko Aoyama, trans by Alison Watts

The Fraud by Zadie Smith

National Kidney Foundation Author’s Luncheon:

Lauren Groff, Anita Gail Jones, Lee Child, Mac Barnett & Sean Harris

The Book of Delights by Ross Gay

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Episode 127October 26, 2023

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Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Diamonds in the Light by Lisa K. Ross/Paper Daisy Creations, Candy Skein Creations Yummy Fingering in Goonies Grub

Suspicion Shawl by Forbidden Fiber Co., Forbidden Fiber Fortitude Fingering– DONE!!

Mondo Cable Cardi by Bonne Marie Burns

On the Easel 12:58Rabbit Show!

Gouachevember

Flora & Fauna series

On the Table 16:33Roasted butternut squash with quinoa crunch from Veg Forward

Spicy Stir-fry chicken and Brussels sprouts

Thai Yellow Chicken Curry

Interview with Nate! 22:21From the college kid interview:

Ninja air-fryer

Ninja Bullet blender

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R is for Ricochet by Sue Grafton (audio)

Sleep No More by Seanan McGuire

Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree (Viv the orc)

No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister (audio)

Outer Sunset by Mark Ernest Pothier (jim finley)

Land of Milk and Honey by C. Pam Zhang

The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry

Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

A Fire Endless by Rebecca Ross

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Episode 126Friday, October 13, 2023

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

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Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Lemino Socks by Sarah Jordan, Arkaik Fibres Fremont Tweed in Let the Great World Spin– DONE!!

Buggiflooer Beanie by Alison Rendell, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift– DONE!!

Diamonds in the Light by Lisa K. Ross/Paper Daisy Creations, Candy Skein Creations Yummy Fingering in Goonies Grub

Suspicion Shawl by Forbidden Fiber Co., Forbidden Fiber Fortitude Fingering

On the Easel 12:33Stickers and new account for Gouachevember.

Flora & Fauna series?

Rabbit piece, work-in-progress

On the Table 23:56https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/french-apple-cake.html#tabrecipe

Japanese Sweet Potatoes and Roasted and Raw Brussels Sprouts Salad from Veg Forward

Ali Slagle’s 40 Ingredients Forever: Bruschetta Beans (with Brown Butter)

One-pot lasagne from Sailor Bailey

Kale with Curry & Coconut from America’s Test Kitchen Vegetarian

Kale Salad with feta & pepitas from Veg Forward

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Q is for Quarry by Sue Grafton (audio)

A Share in Death by Deborah Crombie (audio)

The Blonde Identity by Ally Carter

Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Gran

The Fragile Threads of Power by V.E. Schwab

Normal Rules Don't Apply by Kat Atkinson

Maeve in America by Maeve Higgins

A River Enchanted by Rebecca Ross

Podiversary! On Reflection 55:421. Sock madness, dissent cardigan, alaska cowls 2. Calendars and chapbooks, underwear 3. Grace’s chicken, keep on cooking, SKED, turkey chimichanga, seasonal pilaus 4. Addie la rue, gamache, mirror and the light, The River, Hamnet 5. Plan! But be flexible 1. Dissent Cardi, Dark Academia sweater 2. New image groups for podcast advertising 3. Angry Grandma Pizza 4. Demon Copperhead & The Overstory 5. That it holds me accountable to moving forward, trying new things, looking for great books, and frequent chats with Monica.

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Episode 125September 28, 2023

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Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Lemino Socks by Sarah Jordan, Arkaik Fibres Fremont Tweed in Let the Great World Spin

Buggiflooer Beanie by Alison Rendell, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift

On the Easel 12:06Cortney’s sewing–Top Down Center Out pants fitting class with The Crooked Hem. Technique designed by Ruth at Ithaca Maven.

Bird Prize! Accordioned birds of Scotland for our CCRR Summer Bingo Bird prize winner.

Gouache on paper. 7.5X20”

Rabbit painting has a missing piece…

On the Table 14:30Eat Your Books

Pepperoni pizza gnocchi from Simply Genius (the linked recipe is from the New York Times and doesn't actually contain pepperoni but I bet you can figure it out!)

Gojuchang omelet → frittata from I Dream of Dinner

Hominy and tomatillo casserole from How to Cook Everything

Japanese Sweet Potato with Nori from Veg Forward

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Becky Chambers Psalm for the wild-built, Prayer for the Crown-Shy

Ruth Ozeki Tale for the Time Being

V.E. Schwab event for The Fragile Threads of Power

Thirty Days of Darkness by Jenny Lund Madsen, trans by Megan Turney

Yellowface by RF Kuang (audio)

Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Food Critic by Ruth Reichl (audio)

The One by Julia Argy

Kiss the Girl by Zoraida Córdova

The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff

The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline

The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill

Dinosaurs by Lydia Millet

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Episode 124September 15, 2023

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Coloring Book Raglan by Aimee Sher, Loop Fiber Studio YIN YANG (Worsted) in Once and For All– DONE!!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Simple Baby Cap 1 by Susan B. Anderson, Nicole C. Mendez Soft Sock DK in Favorite time of the Year– DONE and DONE!!

Lemino Socks by Sarah Jordan, Arkaik Fibres Fremont Tweed in Let the Great World Spin

On the Easel 16:32Sewing: deManta clutch diy for myself

3X3 miniature typewriter for SFPL branch Tiny Art Show

Still lifes in process

On the Table 22:00Salt and pepper eggplant or more complete version

Evaporated milk swap–FAIL.

Mini Shrimp Tostadas–guac, roasted shrimp on a tortilla chip!

Veg Forward Review 28:01Veg Forward: Super-Delicious Recipes that put Produce at the Center of Your Plate by Susan Spungen

Monica tried: BBQ tofu, roasted tomato vinaigrette, zucchini carpaccio, Everything Sauce, Tahini Peach Cobbler, cauliflower tacos with salsa macha, heirloom tomato tart, green beans with toasted buckwheat, grilled cabbage with spicy thai-inspired dressing

Cortney tried: Buttermilk dressing, Sungold Spaghetti Carbonara, Peach & Almond Galette (best crust ever!), the excellent Smoky Corn Salad, Chocolate Zucchini Bread, Mushroom Risotto, Mushroom Risotto cakes (go with Mozzarella), delicious Pinkalicious Pasta!

On the list for fall/winter: pull-apart Foccacia, Heirloom Tomato Tart, Cauliflower Tacos, Apple Brown Butter Buckle, Okonomiyaki, & Smashed Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Nori.

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O is for Outlaw by Sue Grafton (audio)

P is for Peril by Sue Grafton (audio)

Open Throat by Henry Hoke (audio)

The Emissary by Yoko Tawada, trans by Margaret Mitsutani (audio)

This Other Eden by Paul Hastings

Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo

Watch Us Shine by Marisa de los Santos

Yerba Buena by Nina LaCour

Horse by Geraldine Brooks

The Last Ranger by Peter Heller

Shark Heart by Emily Habeck

Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton

Glaciers by Alexis M. Smith

Exiles by Jane Harper

Bingo 1:11:06All done!

Monica: BLACKOUT!

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Episode 123September 1, 2023

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Sad about end of bingo? Pigskin Party starts Sept 7!

Westknits shawl kal

December gnome along

Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure, Swoonish/the yarn side Walker/the yarn side Twist in Road to Home (2010)-- DONE!!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom– DONE!!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Coloring Book Raglan by Aimee Sher, Loop Fiber Studio YIN YANG (Worsted) in Once and For All

On the Easel 18:12Needles: vest remake, diy dye disaster…

September Doodle-a-Day by Ellolovey

Peachtober by Furry Little Peach

Gouachevember by Daria Penta (Cortneysf co-hosting!)

Florasaurus, tattoos, & dog portraits

On the Table 24:48Lemongrass coconut corn bisque (love and lemons)

Tahini chickpea soup (Love &Lemons)l

pesto potato salad with green beans – smitten kitchen

Simple Rosti

Baked stuffed pork chops with panko & parmesan.

Boring cream cheese cookies

Rice salad with components from America’s Test Kitchen Complete Veg Cookbook

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The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki

Georgie, All Along by Kate Clayborn

N is for Noose by Sue Grafton (audio)

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt (audio) tova, cameron

A Heart So White by Javier Marías, trans by Margaret Jull Costa

Study for Obedience by Sarah Bernstein

Silver Nitrate by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia montserrat, tristan

Crook Manifesto by Colson Whitehead

The Absent One by Jussi Adler Olsen

Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

Bewilderment by Richard Powers

The Weaver and the Witch Queen by Genevieve Gornichec

** The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

(This turned out to be problematic due to Alexie’s personal behavior. Still an excellent YA novel, with relevance and humor).

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Wip dark academia

Cort rec Remarkably Bright Creatures

Bird book Study for Obedience

Cortney’s Bingo:

Blackout!

Pickled Bell Peppers ( very pickle-y!!)

Award winner, but tricky The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

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Contrast Blast Socks by Stephen West, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast– DONE!!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure, Swoonish/the yarn side Walker/the yarn side Twist in Road to Home (2010)

On the Easel 11:25 Reupholstered my dining room chair!!

Bird Prize for #ccrrsummerbingo2023

Still life series

Photo shoots around the Bay Area

On the Table 17:10

Microwave corn!

Weeknight chicken wings from Smitten Kitchen Keepers

Ricotta gnocchi and pistachio pesto from Smitten Kitchen Keepers

Zucchini carpaccio from Veg Forward– bingo farmers market

Easy baked honey mustard chicken

Strawberry Creme Fraiche bars from 100 Cookies

Angry Grandma Pizza party from Smitten Kitchen Keepers

And recipes for the big kid.

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M is for Malice by Sue Grafton (audio)

Alias Emma by Ava Glass (audio)

Kala by Colin Walsh

Irish Book Subscription | Bookshop West Portal

Glaciers by Alexis M. Smith

A Place of Greater Safety by Hillary Mantel

The Whispers by Ashley Audrain

The Creative Act by Rick Rubin

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Gnocchi! Made from scratch

Zucchini carpaccio from the farmer’s market

Cortney’s Bingo:

Smoky Corn Salad from Veg Forward

Local food: Harley Goat Farm cheese, and Archangeli artichoke bread.

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August 7, 2023

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Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts in LIttle Birdie (2016)-- DONE!!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Knit Picks Felici in Beyond the Wall

Contrast Blast Socks by Stephen West, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

On the Easel 14:02 Nenuphar Jacket for the trip

Rabbit Rabbit Show for Faye’s Video/Bench Gallery in October

Travel sketching

On the Table 15:49 Wisconsin old fashioned!

Cheesy Mexican Quinoa Casserole with Black Beans | The Wimpy Vegetarian

Easiest Summer Dinner: Soup and a Sandwich | Cup of Jo (for the Vegetarian Reuben)

Peach corn salad and watermelon arugula salad from Love and Lemons Simple Feel Food Good

Switzerland/Romania mentions:

Best pretzel sandwich ever–pretzel with herbed cream cheese, roast beef, egg salad, lettuce & tomato.

Rӧsti

“Fitness plate”

Pickled everything

Kürtőskalács-chimney cake

Sarmale-cabbage rolls

Vișinată-sour cherrry, brandy & sugar

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Over the Edge of the World: Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe by Laurence Bergreen (audio) The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny & Murder by David Grann (audio)

The Discord of Gods by Jenn Lyons

A Spell of Good Things by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀

K is for Killer by Sue Grafton (audio)

L is for Lawless by Sue Grafton (audio)

A Killing of Innocents by Deborah Crombie (audio)

The Secret Service of Tea and Treason by India Holton

Who is Maud Dixon? By Alexandra Andrews

Ink Blood Sister Scribe by Emma Törzs

You Could Make this Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith

The Crow Trap by Ann Cleeves

Gone Like Yesterday by Janelle M. Williams

No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister

Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See

Gilded Mountain by Kate Manning

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Craft bird & remake project: little birdie vanilla is the new black socks (#10)

Cortney’s Bingo:

Monica rec with Ann Cleeves

BIPOC read Gone Like Yesterday

Vacation reading & sketching

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July 17, 2023

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Gemini by Jane Richmond, zombie yarns Thriller in Bumbleberry (dk, 75% cotton 25%linen, stitches 2022 $5 GOOB sale) – DONE!!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts in LIttle Birdie (2016)-- remake a project

Contrast Blast Socks by Stephen West, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast

Roam by Dawn Barker, Rainbow Peak Yarns super sock in Luminosity II (Lula Faye Fibre)

On the Easel 13:08 Rosanna Diggs embroidery kits

Watercolor postcards

On the Table 16:10 slow-and-low dry rub oven chicken – smitten kitchen

broccoli slaw – smitten kitchen

corn chowder with chile, lime and cotija – smitten kitchen

https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/beet-risotto

https://www.loveandlemons.com/cookbook/

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Independent People by Halldór Laxness

Deep as the Sky, Red as the Sea by Rita Chang-Eppig

Girl of War Sarah Novic (audio)

Chasing a Croatian Girl by Cody McClain Brown

The Secret Service of Tea and Treason India Holton

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Prize winner & friend rec– independent people

Craft summery– gemini tshirt

More bird cooking– low and slow chicken

Pizza my way– with salad on top– BINGO!

Kelly:

Debut author: Sara Novic

Different genre: Tea and Treason by India Holton

Vacation reading and cooking

Someplace you want to visit: books about Croatia

Bird-themed: House of the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

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Episode 119 July 6, 2023

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Tin can knits app

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Gemini by Jane Richmond, zombie yarns Thriller in Bumbleberry (dk, 75% cotton 25%linen, stitches 2022 $5 GOOB sale)

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts in LIttle Birdie (2016)-- remake a project

Contrast Blast Socks by Stephen West, mominoki yarn sock fine 4 ply in aqua flash and teal blast

On the Easel 13:11 First, some sewing–Poppy Blouse from Pattern Scout dress hack, sort of fail because of fabric choice.

Grainline Studio Linden Sweatshirt in black double-knit ponte.

Also of note, Spoonflower site with search trends.

In art news: a big commission on birch panel. Lots of florals. Sketching motion thanks to Emma Carlisle patreon.

On the Table 15:30 Colorado: bison meatballs, trout, elk tenderloin, heritage salad

Indecision chicken from Small Victories by Julia Turshen

Omelet asparagus & goat cheese from Food Lab

Strawberry shrub pickling liquid cocktail/mocktail

Chicken Burgers from Pioneer Woman

Paella Party with excellent olives and smoked red pepper salt from The Spanish Table.

Cocktails: paper airplane and bijoux

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The Slow Regard of Silent Things by Patrick Rothfuss

Sorry, Bro by Taleen Voskuni

The League of Gentlewomen Witches by India Holton

Hard Truth by Nevada Barr (audio)

The Honjin Murders by Seishi Yokomizo, trans by Louise Heal Kawai

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

The Maid by Nita Prose

Arch Conspirator by Veronica Roth

Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? By Crystal Smith Paul

The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty (audio) Community Board by Tara Conklin

Cold Earth by Ann Cleeves

The Crane Husband by Kelly Barnhill

World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukumatathil

The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd

Wild Fire by Ann Cleeves

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

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New cocktail: strawberry shrub

Cook bird themed: omelette

Vacation crafting

1st of series: Amina al-Sirafi

Librarian rec with World of Wonders

Bird read: The Crane Husband

Cocktail: paper airplane

Re-make: poppy blouse/dress

Summery make?: linden sweatshirt since SF is deliciously cold.

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Episode 118 Tuesday June 20, 2023

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Stephen West sock MKAL! 4 clues July 6-27

Shetland Wool Week hat! Sept 23- Oct 1, 2023

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts in LIttle Birdie (2016)-- remake a project

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

The More You Gnome by Sarah Schira, Plucky Knitter Plucky Feet in Miss Manners, Yarntini Sock in Match Point and Ginger Ice– DONE!!

Rocky Mountain Beanie by Nancy Bates– DONE!!

Gemini by Jane Richmond, zombie yarns Thriller in Bumbleberry (dk, 75% cotton 25%linen, stitches 2022 $5 GOOB sale)

On the Easel 12:42 New Heron tattoo, being inked on Friday!

Lots of floral paintings in the sketchbook

New pencil easels!!

On the Table 16:11 Pickled strawberries from Strawberries by Susan Spungen (!)

Stewed Chickpea with zucchini from Simply Julia

Back to saucy business– roasted tomato vinaigrette, dill sauce for socca

Angry Grandma Detroit-style (well, Sicilian, actually) pizza from Smitten Kitchen Keepers.

Fire Cracker Chicken from Masonfit.com

Breakfast for dinner

Lasagne dinner party

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The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise by Colleen Oakley

Last Heir to the Blackwood Library by Hester Fox

J is for Judgment by Sue Grafton (audio)

Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto

The Lock-Up by John Banville

Happy Place by Emily Henry

True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren

Witch King by Martha Wells

Gone Like Yesterday by Janelle M. Williams (audio)

Diary of a Void by Emi Yago (transl. David Boyd & Lucy North)

The Trackers by Charles Frazier

The Dog of the North by Elizabeth McKenzie

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Pickled strawberries

Craft an accessory– rocky mountain hat

Cortney’s squares:

Debut author Diary of a Void

Pizza–my way!

Bird-themed craft: heron tattoo & incoming bird patch for travel sketch kit

Started new project: pencil easels

Finished a (7-year+) work-in-progress: 3 remaining upholstered chairs for patio

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Episode 117 June 8, 2023

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Gridlines by Susanne Sommer, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Mahalle toe up sock by Urth Yarns, Uneek in color 66– DONE!!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

The More You Gnome by Sarah Schira, Plucky Knitter Plucky Feet in Miss Manners, Yarntini Sock in Match Point and Ginger Ice

On the Easel 12:43 June art focus & a little poetry?

On the Table 15:28

New cookbook review coming later this summer: Veg Forward by Susan Spungen

Fast tomato curry with eggs from How to Cook Everything Vegetarian

Asparagus soup and Sugar snaps with ricotta from Weekday Vegetarians

https://smittenkitchen.com/2023/05/easy-strawberry-lemonade/

Strawberry Creme Fraiche Bars from 100 Cookies

My gosh, these were SO GREAT!

Parmesan Crackers from Savory Baking

Duck-fat potatoes

Ricotta Meatballs from I Dream of Dinner

Temple lunch salads

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The Tudors in Love by Sarah Gristwood

The Queen’s Gambit by Elizabeth Freemantle (audio)

Gigi, Listening by Chantel Guertin

A Spinster’s Guide to Danger and Dukes by Manda Collins

I is for Innocent by Sue Grafton (audio)

Two Nights in Lisbon by Chris Pavone (audio)

Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

Echo by Pam Muñoz Ryan (audio)

The Fires by Sigríður Hagalín Björnsdóttir, trans by Larissa Kyzer

Some Desperate Glory by Emily Tesh

Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld

Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls

Fashionopolis by Dana Thomas

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Debut author: gigi listening

Someplace to visit: Iceland/the Fires

New project: gnome

POC: Symphony of Secrets

Taught Nate to make granola

Read a different genre re: Fashionopolis

Baked Parmesan Crackers from scratch

Cooked bird-themed/duck-fat potatoes!

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Episode 116May 25, 2023

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No more stitches 🙁

4 day sweater KAL

Forbidden Fiber halloween Clue murder mystery countdown

Gramps by tincanknits, knit picks swish worsted in mimic and marble heather– DONE!!

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Mahalle toe up sock by Urth Yarns, Uneek in color 66

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

On the Easel 19:13Mood Fabric mentioned.

Pulp Fiction piece “Notes on Migration” is in transit!

Levi’s lake house.

June plans…Stay tuned!

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https://www.howsweeteats.com/2022/05/sticky-bbq-chicken-meatballs/

Asparagus tofu tangle from I Dream of Dinner by Ali Slagle

Grilled asparagus scallion salad from Dinner: A Love Story

Cherry pear almond crisp from Julia Turshen

The regulars: turkey burgers, breaded chicken, chicken tacos, chocolate mousse.

Reading: Salad Freak by Jess Damuck

Mentioned: Whole Grain Mornings by Megan Gordon

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MMD summer reading guide

G is for Gumshoe by Sue Grafton (audio)

H is for Homicide by Sue Grafton (audio)

A Week to be Wicked by Tessa Dare

In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune

Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

The Cloisters by Katy Hays

The God of Endings by Jacqueline Holland

Booth by Karen Joy Fowler

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Episode 115May 11, 2023

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New gnome mkal coming! The More You Gnome on sale until June 1

Splash Pad Party sign ups open

One more knocker, 4 total and i won a prize from Alpenglow Industries!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Vintage stripe sock by Yarntini (May 2009)-- DONE!!

Dogwood Blanket by tincanknits, KnitPicks swish worsted in rose heather– DONEish!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Gramps by tincanknits, knit picks swish worsted in mimic and marble heather

Mahalle toe up sock by Urth Yarns, Uneek in color 66

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

On the Easel 15:38Visited LACMA, and finally found the multi-colored Koh-I-Noor magic pencils!

Pulp Fiction show submission

Charvin landscape and seascape sets from Jerry’s Artarama in Houston.

On the Table 23:21Coffe_and_yarn: melissa clarks dinner in one review

  • I'm cooking my way through it and it's as incredible as you said! I've tried 3 recipes so far and they've all been creative, easy, and fulfilling. Plus her adaptations make it easy to accommodate the multiple dietary preferences in my house. Thanks so much for introducing me to this book!

How to Cook Everything Vegetarian corn chowder with snowcap beans because they taste like potatoes

Strawberry rhubarb cobbler

Sesame chicken meatballs from I Dream of Dinner by Ali Slagle

Chicken & Potatoes with capers from Dinner in One by Melissa Clark

Kolache from Houston

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D is for Deadbeat by Sue Grafton (audio)

E is for Evidence by Sue Grafton (audio)

F is for Fugitive by Sue Grafton (audio)

Lady’s Code of Misconduct by Meredith Duran

The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare

The Dead Queens Club by Hannah Capin

The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

Cursed Bread by Sophie MacIntosh

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Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Vintage stripe sock by Yarntini (may 2009)

Knitted knockers, cascade ultra pima in chocolate– DONE!!

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Dogwood Blanket by tincanknits, KnitPicks swish worsted in rose heather

Cortney Sewing:

Linden Sweatshirt from Grainline Studio

On the Easel 10:26Pulp Fiction Show submission

Still Life with very fragrant lilies

On the Table 15:03Green beans with preserved lemon

Pasta primavera with preserved lemon

White Bean, Roasted Tomato + Polenta Pie from Julia Turshen

Sesame Asparagus & Carrot Chop from Smitten Kitchen Keepers

Sweet Korean Lentils It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Greek Meatballs with Oven Fries and Olive dressing

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I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai

Galatea by Madeline Miller

C is for Corpse by Sue Grafton (audio)

The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner (audio)

To Love and to Loathe by Martha Waters

Trespasses by Louise Kennedy

Edie Richter is Not Alone by Rebecca Handler

My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

Girls They Write Songs About by Carlene Bauer

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Episode 113Conversation about crafting, food and books

I’m monica

April 17, 2023

THANK YOU LISTENERS old and new

We hope this podcast will continue to be something you put on repeat

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Morning Sunshine Cowl by Stephanie Lotven/Tellybean Knits, Nanostitch Lab Microsock in California Poppy bundle (also available in DK)-- DONE!!

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, Vintage stripe sock by Yarntini (may 2009)

Knitted knockers, cascade ultra pima in chocolate

Dark Academia by Sharon Hartley, Porter Wool Co fingering in Huntress, Serendipidye Coastside in Blossom

Knitty City

Wool hat at the Cloisters, flower notebooks

On the Easel 17:52Ai WeiWei interview via The Tate Modern about “Sunflower Seeds”

Still Life with Daffodils

Birds of Sayulita

On the Table 22:45Momofuku Noodle Bar!

Winter caprese

Garbanzo salad with cucumber, tomato and arugula from Rancho Gordo with preserved lemon!

Mexican Vanilla Extract

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A is for Alibi by Sue Grafton (audio)

B is for Burglar by Sue Grafton (audio)

River Woman, River Demon by Jennifer Givan

VenCo by Cherie Dimaline

The Twyford Code by Janice Hallett

Restless Truth by Freya Marske (storygraph challenge)

How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu

Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton

Edie Richter is not Alone by Rebecca Handler

Strand Books

Morgan Library

Women’s Prize Long List 2023

VenCo by Cherie Dimaline

Thin Air by Ann Cleeves

Galatea by Madeline Miller

I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai

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Episode 112March 29, 2023

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Sail Away socks omg heel socks by Megan Williams, ONline Supersocke 4-fach Merino Extrafein Color– DONE!!

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Morning Sunshine Cowl by Stephanie Lotven/Tellybean Knits, Nanostitch Lab Microsock in California Poppy bundle (also available in DK)

Cortney’s Sewing:

Nenuphar Jacket by Deer + Doe in thrifted vintage wool.

Strata Pants by Papercut Patterns in thrifted vintage floral cotton.

Flare legged stretch pant, somewhat self-drafted in thin neoprene.

SCRAP–our creative reuse place in San Francisco.

On the Easel 13:46Portrait fail.

Google Bard trials.

Daffodil Still life

On the Table 18:10Another pie crust!

Pineapple upside down cake from Snacking Cakes

Cook 90 Sweet potatoes with chorizo, mushrooms, and lime cream recipe review

Key lime pie from NYT

Turkey Chimichanga

Garden Herb Shrimp Scampi with pasta

Pesto Turkey meatballs with orecchiette

Fermented lemons

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The Alchemist by Paul Coelho

The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczuk, trans by Jennifer Croft

Tread of Angels by Rebecca Roanhorse

A Royal Affair by Allison Montclair (audio)

Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner (audio)

Things to Look Forward To by Sophie Blackall

The Whistler by John Grisham (audio)

Animal Life by Audur Ava Olafsdottir

Weyward by Emilia Hart

Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

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Episode 111March 16, 2023

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Sail Away socks omg heel socks by Megan Williams, ONline Supersocke 4-fach Merino Extrafein Color

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Morning Sunshine Cowl by Stephanie Lotven/Tellybean Knits, Nanostitch Lab Microsock in California Poppy bundle (also available in DK)

Shawlography 2021 Westknits Knitalong. Brioche section. Yes still. But not for long!

Fabrics-store.com: Paola Workwear Jacket Pattern, Type - PDF

On the Easel 16:09New approaches to podcast art

Private collection work

** incredible interview with Lynette Yiadom-Boakye via The Tate

On the Table 19:08Pie day

whole lemon tart – smitten kitchen

Gochujang-Glazed Fish - Dinner: A Love Story

Cauliflower Scampi | The Wimpy Vegetarian

Egg Bites with Zucchini & pancetta

Poppy’s Ragu (+Rao’s)

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Right Sort of Man by Allison Montclair/Alan Gordon

Before All the World by Moriel Rothman-Zecher

The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczuk, trans by Jennifer Croft* The Books of Jacob, or: A Fantastic Journey across seven borders, five languages, and three major religions, not counting the minor sects. Told by the dead, supplemented by the author, drawing from a range of books, and aided by imagination, the which being the greatest natural gift of any person that the wise might have it for a record, that my compatriots reflect, laypersons gain some understanding, and melancholy souls obtain some slight enjoyment

Foster by Claire Keegan

Gold Fame Citrus by Claire Vaye Watkins

Sam by Allegra Goodman

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Episode 110– Stitches West!March 2, 2023

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Miss del Río: A Novel of Dolores del Río, the First Major Latina Star in Hollywood by Bárbara MujicaTwice in a Lifetime by Melissa Barron

Hell of a Book by Jason Mott

The Night Ship by Jess Kidd

Eliza Waite by Ashley E. Sweeney

A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley

Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes

On the Table 20:00The Grocery in Charleston, SC

Cheeky’s in Palm Springs,CA

The Workshop in Palm Springs, CA

Lemon, Artichoke & Asparagus Penne with Garlic butter cream sauce

Chicken & Tomato with pesto and herbs wrapped in foil from America’s Test Kitchen Family.

Cascatelli

Localis review! 32:00On the Easel 49:21Big dinosaur sketch!

Wild Goose Chase-in progress.

Visit to the Crocker Museum to see the Alexander McQueen/Amy Ray exhibit.

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Sail Away socks omg heel socks by Megan Williams, ONline Supersocke 4-fach Merino Extrafein Color

Paul Klee Sweater by Midori Hirose, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People and KnitCircus Yarns Sock du Soleil in Hummingbird Bundle– frogged?!

Gridlines by Susanne Sommer Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People

Rosanna Diggs embroidery

Feral Knitter Janine Bajus– color confidence!

That Crafty Little Fox bags

Dark Academia sweater

Serendipidye yarn

Cortney Knitting:

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Working diligently at the brioche!

Bought yarn at Stitches for:

The Karelia Sweater in Miss Babs Katahdin Beanstalk.

The Pressed Flowers Cowl in Neighborhood Fiber Co. Suri Loft Mondawmin & Studio DK Ramblewood.

A possible sweater vest (TBD) in Teton Yarn Company Fingering Mountain Stream.

Future colorwork with Porter Wool Co. Fingering Eucalyptus.

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Episode 109February 16, 2023

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Joshua tree beanie by Nancy Bates, YOTH Big Sister in Kale (2015! Deep stash!)-- DONE!!

Maize mitts by Tin Can Knits, knit picks brava worsted– DONE!!

Sail Away socks omg heel socks by Megan Williams, ONline Supersocke 4-fach Merino Extrafein Color

Paul Klee Sweater by Midori Hirose, Lemonade Shop simple sock in Ugh People and KnitCircus Yarns Sock du Soleil in Hummingbird Bundle

Cortney’s yarn stuff:

Shawlography 2021 Westknits Knitalong. Brioche section.

And sewing:

“Paused” Pants: Vogue 1367

Great simple t-shirt: Burda 6059

On the Easel 17:21At work on a portrait of Julia Child & her favorites,

And a collection of my grandmother’s favorites. Please see my IG account for updates!

On the Table 22:24cauliflower salad with dates and pistachios – smitten kitchen

rigatoni alla vodka – smitten kitchen

Baked Artichoke Risotto with Radicchio | The Wimpy Vegetarian

Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Onions with Eggs | The Wimpy Vegetarian

Vegan Bouillabaisse - Rabbit and Wolves

Spanish Frittata from Cook90.

Coffee Cake Cookies (feel free to decrease sugar).

Parmesan Roasted Carrots

Spicy Tuscan Chicken Pasta with old-school sun dried tomatoes.

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A Place at the Nayarit by Natalia Molina

The Color Line by Igiaba Scego, trans by John Cullen (Translator), Gregory Conti (Translator) (audio)

Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson (audio)

Decagon House Murders by Yukito Ayatsuji, Hong-Li Wong (Translator)

Nine Lives by Peter Duncan

So Fair a Lady by Francis Duncan (audio)

Exiles by Jane Harper

A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley

Lost in the Moment and Found by Seanan McGuire

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Art Matters by Neil Gaiman

Dickens and Prince by Nick Hornby

The House of Fortune by Jessie Burton

Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

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Episode 108February 1, 2023

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Diagonal striped garter stitch loop #1 and 2 by Churchmouse Yarns, Loops and Threads Charisma in mulberry bush– DONE!

February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn, knit picks brava worsted in currant– DONE!

Brimmish by Sarah Schira, knit picks brava worsted in brindle– DONE!

Tiny boats by Elizabeth Doherty, knit picks brava worsted in currant and dove heather– DONE!

Bankhead #1 by Susie Gorlay, knit picks brava worsted in caution– DONE!

Bankhead #2 by Susie Gorlay, Plymouth Encore colorspun worsted in red/black– DONE!

Classic Cabled Hat by Destiny Meyer, Cascade Big Wheel in Columbus– DONE!

On the Easel 13:49Florilegium (the favorites project)

Jacques Cousteau in OIL!

On the Table 19:32Vegan Cacio E Pepe Polenta with Spicy Tofu - Rabbit and Wolves

Warm Cauliflower Salad with Mushroom Vinaigrette | The Wimpy Vegetarian

Winter Happiness Salad | Feasting At Home

Sardine sandwich with cornichons & lemon zest from Cook90.

Roasted Vegetable & pasta with pesto adapted from Cook90.

Chicken with dijon sauce

Mushroom foraging on the Sonoma coast!

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A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny

Foster by Claire Keegan

The Mermaid of Black Conch by Monique Roffey (audio)

The Oleander Sword by Tasha Suri

The Villa by Rachel Hawkins

The Change by Kirsten Miller (audio)

Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo

One Woman’s War by Christine Wells (audio)

The Drawing Ideas Book by Frances Stanfield

Daily Rituals; Women at Work by Mason Currey

The Cherry Robbers by Sarai Walker

The Cloisters by Katy Hays

Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

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Episode 107 fancy pantsJanuary 19, 2023

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Wintertide Socks MKAL by Sivia Harding, Must Stash Yarn Everyday DK in Homecoming and Amy– DONE!!

Antler toque by tincanknits, Knit Picks Brava worsted in currant – DONE!!

Cozy Classic Raglan by Jessie Maed Designs, NFC Loft in Victorian Village, Royal Bee Yarn fingering in G7– DONE!!!

On the Easel 14:01Some fancy pants sewing going on…

Jacques Cousteau’s wallpaper and Sylvia Earle and florilegium. Coming soon to my Instagram feed.

On the Table 19:08Harissa Roast Chicken from Dinner a Love Story

Tofu Katsu Curry - Cupful of Kale

Polenta Lasagna Recipe | MyRecipes

Baked Brie with Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Naked/Chocolate-chipless cookies

Smitten Kitchen Keepers Review 26:44Slumped parmesan frittata, Two bean salad with basil vinaigrette, Endive salad with apple matchsticks (amazing blend of flavors), Big green little gem salad (rubble!), Winter squash soup with red onion crisp, Essential french onion soup, Cozy chicken and dumplings, Charred salt and vinegar cabbage, Braised winter squash wedges, Green angel hair with garlic butter (read the directions!), Soy glazed tofu with crisped rice, Cauliflower cheese baked potato, Creamy coconut rice with chili-lime vegetables (5 star veggies!), Raclette tartiflette (so rich! So good!), Apple butterscotch crisp

Angry Grandma Sicilian pizza–yum!!, Turkey meatloaf (don’t forget the tomato paste), Fettuccine and white ragu (incredibly good, but don’t add milk when piping hot), Chicken with Rice & Chorizo (crowd pleaser), Oven-braised Beef Harissa (no leftovers!), Chocolate Peanut-butter cup cookies (my exterior was too thick?), Snow peas with walnuts & parm (would be better with the sharper, called-for pecorino), Double Shallot Egg Salad (so good that I forgot to snap a photo!).

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Blitz by Daniel O’Malley

Acts of Violet by Margarita Montimore (audio!!)

In at the Death by Francis Duncan (audio)

Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner

Ship Wrecked by Olivia Dade

The World We Make by NK Jemesin

Eartheater by Dolores Reyes, trans by Julia Sanches

The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson

The Changling by Joy Williams

Nuclear Family by Joseph Han

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Episode 106January 5, 2023

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20,638 yards in 39 projects in 2022

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus– DONE!!

Le Snap by tincanknits, Knit Style Yarns Merino Nylon Fingering 75/25 in A Sweet Christmas– DONE!!

Gnome Made Gifts by Sarah Schira, DIC Smooshy in Rudolph’s Favorites– DONE!!

Christmas Adventure Gnome by Sarah Schira, KnitPicks Stroll Tweed in Dalmatian, Barn Door and Sequoia– DONE!!

Advent Scarf 2021 by Tricia Weatherston, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in Tinsel, FF Gluttony in Classic Christmas Collection – DONE!!

Wintertide Socks MKAL by Sivia Harding, Must Stash Yarn Everyday DK in Homecoming and Amy

Cozy Classic Raglan by Jessie Maed Designs, NFC Loft in Victorian Village, Royal Bee Yarn fingering in G7

On the Easel 17:58Had plans for a curriculum…instead, painted several landscapes,

2 pieces for gallery shows, MANY birds, lots of commissions, plus a 2023 calendar that sold out!

Carter’s birds: cedar waxwing, Steller’s jay, pine grosbeak

Sketchbook work, & background research

On the Table 24:06Xmas eve lasagna

Dinner in One by Melissa Clark

Spiced Brussel Sprouts with paneer and lime vinaigrette

Red wine mushroom risotto

Cortney’s recap: I cooked. The end.

Lasagne Dinner Party (it’s much faster with a helper!)

Christmas hosting + anxiety

Turkey Chili and awesome cornbread

Hungarian Goulash inspired by Auntie Rita

Cooking from America’s Test Kitchen the New Family Cookbook

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184 books read!

The Christmas Cupcake Murder by Joanne Fluke (audio)

Murder in the First Edition by Lauren Elliott (audio)

Christmas is Murder by C.S. Challinor

A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams

Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle

So Pretty a Problem by Francis Duncan (audio)

Murder at Black Oaks by Phillip Margolin (audio)

Paris Daillencourt is ready to crumble by Alexis Hall

Into the Riverlands by Nghi Vo

Book of Night by Holly Black

Before Your Memory Fades by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, trans by Geoffrey Trousselot (audio)

The Last Crown by Elżbieta Cherezińska, trans by Maya Zakrzewska-Pim

Blue Skinned Gods by S.J. Sindu

The Forty Elephants by Erin Bledsoe

Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri (audio)

Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

Cortney’s recap: Read less in service of painting practice = 68 books!

Now Is Not The Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson

Blue Lightning by Ann Cleeves (book 4 with the BIRDS!)

On the Horizon 1:00:21Knitting,

  • 3 sweaters with yarn from pre-2022 stash
  • Charity– hats and knitted knockers
  • Quarterly knit from deep stash
  • Kits
    • Cross stitch
    • Bracelet
    • Xmas- figures or 12 days

Storygraph challenges

  • WSIRN episode with founder

West Portal Books Irish Book Subscription

New ingredients: preserved lemon? What else?

Make homemade gnocchi

Cortney’s Ideas:

TRY to finish my westknits shawl before Stitches West.

Easel: less white space, more daily work (sketchbooks, etc).

Table: cook less often; batch cooking

AND make better lunches for myself (temple food).

Nightstand: listen to more author, artist interviews.

  • California Book Club

Bonus Book Talk! 1:22:58

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Episode 105December 8, 2022

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Yarn watch– there is also book lover watch and cooking and baking!

Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in

Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone– DONE!!

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus– so close!!

Gnome Made Gifts by Sarah Schira, DIC Smooshy in Rudolph’s Favorites

Advent Scarf 2021 by Tricia Weatherston, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in Tinsel, FF Gluttony in Classic Christmas Collection

On the Easel 14:55Last-minute art book recommendation: Art is Life by Jerry Saltz

My 2023 Calendars! Now SOLD OUT.

Gouachevember wrap up.

Birds in December begins!

On the Table 19:52Souper cubes It does look like other places sell these but as long as you are ordering beans, might as well throw these in the cart

Food52 Simply Genius by Kristen Miglore

Sheet-pan gnocchi with chili crisp and baby bok choy

Baked Sweet Potatoes With Maple Crème Fraîche From Nik Sharma

Turkey Pesto Meatballs with orecciette, & miso green beans

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Indiana by George Sand

Drunk on Love by Jasmine Guillory

The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers

Murder for Christmas by Francis Duncan (audio)

The Winners by Fredrik Backman

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

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Episode 104 November 25, 2022

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The Lopapeysa Sweater: A Journey North in Search of Iceland's Iconic Knitwear

By Toni Carr (Author), Kyle Cassidy (Photographer)

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus

Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in

Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone

Rose Cottage Cowl by Helen Stewart, Yarn Love Charlotte Bronte Aran in Sugarplum (2013)-- DONE!!

Simple Baby Cap by Susan B. Anderson, Sunsoaked Yarns Sock in Christmas Traditions– DONE!!

On the Easel 12:36 Gouachevember!

Birds + Breakables!

Both on my Instagram account.

On the Table 19:20

Lentil and porcini/shiitake ragu from Simple Pasta

Celery root salad from Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone

Sprout and artichoke gratin from Vegetarian Dinner in the Oven by Rukmini Iyer

I made BEANS! + chili

Egg Cup for breakfast

Thanksgiving: green beans, Brussels Sprouts, gravy on-site.

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Goodreads best of the year voting is available

The House of Always by Jenn Lyons

Into the Wind Wracked Wilds by A. Deborah Baker

The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake

A Sentimental Education by Hannah McGregor

The Verifiers by Jane Pek

Best of Friends by Kamila Shamsie (home fire, zahra, maryam)

Shrines of Gaiety by Kate Atkinson

Plus: National Kidney Foundation Author’s Luncheon (see gift list)

Michael Krazny’s podcast: Grey Matter

All Wrapped Up 51:44

Yarn watch!

Lantern Moon sheep notions holder

katrinkles Giftable Bundles

  • Holiday yarn cutter

Stitch Marker Advent Calendar

A great task light: Daylight Slimline 3 Lamp

Sketchbooks: Ferris Wheel Press, Kunst & Papier

Brushes: Trekell Brushes, artist sets

Julia Turshen cooking class

Ember temperature control coffee mug

Cocktail kits

  • Camp Craft Cocktails
  • Old Fashion in a jar

Dear San Francisco at Club Fugazi

Brightland Olive oil sets

Trivets: Futagami and Yonder/Linda Fahey

Measuring Spoon! (cannot find where to buy…)

Honeys, mustards, hot sauces, spices, salts, bitters, etc.

And Sfoglini Cascatelli

A Reader's planner for 2023: (weekly spread) by Grettel Castro

Bookends ex. ampersand

Bookish Gifts: Still Life, Emma Carlisle’s sketchbooks

Smitten Keepers, The Tucci Cookbook, A Good Day to Bake

Desert Star by Michael Connelly

Musical Tables: Poems by Billy Collins

The Candy House by Jennifer Egan

Song of the Cell by Siddhartha Mukherjee

On the Rooftop by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton

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Episode 103 November 11, 2022

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Quartzonite by Yvette Noel, The Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Fricken Bats– DONE!!

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus

Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"

On the Easel 12:30 Birds + Breakables with egg cups & feathers! Keep an eye on my IG account for sneak peeks.

Gouachevember– the community-driven, gouache-focused challenge hosted by Daria, and co-sponsored by us both.

On the Table 16:17 Pumpkin cheesecake bars from 100 cookies

Julia Turshen cooking class

  • A Happens-to-be-Vegan Halloween Meal [Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini / Rice Pilaf with Carrots + Turmeric / Black Bean + Tomato Stew / Roasted Squash Agrodolce / Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread]

Street Fair Stuffed mushrooms from Simply Julia

Spatchcocked chicken with garlic, lemon & parsley sauce.

Beef Barley stew

Lots of cookies from 100 Cookies

Polenteria new gluten free Italian restaurant in the SF Bay Area

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Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister (audio)

Marple: Twelve New Mysteries by Naomi Alderman, Leigh Bardugo, Alyssa Cole, Lucy Foley, Elly Griffiths, Natalie Haynes, Jean Kwok, Val McDermid, Karen M. McManus, Dreda Say Mitchell, Kate Mosse, Ruth Ware, Agatha Christie (Creator)

The Kiss Curse by Erin Sterling

Wife of the Gods by Kwei Quartey (audio) Darko Dawson #1

Memory of Souls by Jen Lyons

On the Rooftop by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton

The Lovers by Paolo Cognetti, trans. Stash Luczkiw

Songbirds by Christy Lefteri

The Crane Wife by CJ Hauser

We are the Light by Matthew Quick

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Episode 102 October 27, 2022

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Hipster Cowl by Joji Locatelli, Rosies Colors Yarns DK in Topaz– DONE!!

Quartzonite by Yvette Noel, The Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Fricken Bats

Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus

On the Easel 13:04 Birds + Breakables–sneak peek

Card Commission

On the Table 20:52 We ate all the brownies!

I Dream of Dinner by Ali Slagle

  • Coconut Curry with Swirled Eggs
  • Chicken dill patties with zucchini
  • Harissa creamed cauliflower
  • Turmeric-dill rice and chickpeas
  • Sausage and gnocchi

Salmon with Olive Butter

Chicken Chili with white beans and (a tiny bit of) cream cheese

Pumpkin Bars from Half Baked Harvest

Empanadas

Apple Crisp from Joy of Cooking

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The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell

Be the Serpent by Seanan McGuire

Ruby Fever by Ilona Andrews

Why We Swim by Bonnie Tsui

Stories from the Tenants Downstairs by Sidik Fofana

The Unseen World by Liz Moore

Shrines of Gaiety by Kate Atkinson

The Final Case by David Guterson

Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese

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Episode 101 October 13, 2022

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Secret project!- DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks– DONE!!

Quartzonite by Yvette Noel, The Lemonade Shop Simple Sock in Fricken Bats

Easy Stripes Blanket by Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr, Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Currant and Dove Heather, Caron Simply Soft in Bone

Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Machete Shoppe Dirty DK in Eucalyptus

On the Easel 11:28 New series! Working title: “creature collections” or “flea market”?

Graphitober

Gouachevember See prompt list from Daria @heyhooraydesign

Licensed art!

On the Table 20:32 Tempeh with bok choy and tomato sambal from East

Yellow Eye Bean, Mushroom and Wild Rice soup from Rancho Gordo Vegetarian Kitchen Vol. 2

Rocky road brownies from 100 Cookies

Chicken Donburi from Tuesday Nights

Vegetable donburi

Both with Blonde Chico Rice

Chicken Chipotle Tacos from HBH…did I mix up the chipotle?

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The Golden Enclaves by Naomi Novik

The White Ship: Conquest, Anarchy and the Wrecking of Henry I’s Dream by Charles Spencer

Babel, or the Necessity of Violence: an Arcane History of the Oxford Translators’ Revolution by R. F. Kuang

The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont

Red Bones by Ann Cleeves

The Manningtree Witches by A.K. Blakemore

March by Geraldine Brooks

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Episode 100 September 29, 2022

Blueberry Cream Cookies from Milk, one of the first recipes Monica & I shared.

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  1. Favorite lys and hand dyed brands
    1. Imagiknit
    2. Firebird Yarns
    3. A Verb for Keeping Warm
    4. Neighborhood Fiber co.
    5. Three Irish Girls
      1. Sharon Says So
    6. Forgot to mention but these are also on my go-to list when looking for something specific: Forbidden Fiber Co., Sugar Plum Circus
  2. How Cortney learned to knit: Stitch ‘n Bitch

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Choose Your Gnome Adventure by Sarah Schira, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market– DONE!

A Garden Wedding Shawl by Andrea Rangel, Gauge Dyeworks merino worsted (NOT Ravelry)–DONE!

On the Easel 20:22 I forgot to mention my favorite SF art shops!: Case for Making and Arch

New series! Working title: creature collections

On the Table 27:47 Love the Spanish Table shop

Monica’s favorite veggie cookbooks: Weekday Vegetarians, East, Smitten Kitchen Everyday

Cortney’s favorite cookbooks: Smitten Kitchen Everyday, Milk Street Tuesday Nights, How to Bake Everything

Persian Zucchini frittata from One Pan, Two Plates by Carla Snyder

eggplant involtini – smitten kitchen

magic apple plum cobbler – smitten kitchen

5-ingredient beer bread from Half Baked Harvest

Chicken Stew from America’s Test Kitchen 2010

Chocolate Cake from Add a Pinch

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SFPL

Green Apple Books, West Portal Bookstore, Folio Books

The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

Nona the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

The Bullet that Missed by Richard Osman (audio)

The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina by Zoraida Córdova

The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford

Haven by Emma Donoghue

The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell

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Episode 99 September 15, 2022

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Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market– DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)-- sleeve issues

Choose Your Gnome Adventure by Sarah Schira, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market– so many choices!

A Garden Wedding Shawl by Andrea Rangel, Gauge Dyeworks merino worsted

On the Easel 14:44 SFMoma Diego Rivera show

Children’s choir flash cards

Hawaiian honeycreeper

BRUSHED Show (my piece is: Oh, Bernina!)

On the Table 23:21 Garlic Parmesan roasted carrots

Rosaline’s Other Cream Liqueurs Are Available Shortbreads from Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall

Easy Brown Rice Risotto with Mushrooms and Fresh Oregano

Pigs in Blankets

Deviled Eggs

Street Chicken from Smitten Kitchen

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Telling Tales by Ann Cleves (audio)

Fool Moon by Jim Butcher (audio)

The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman (audio)

The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec

Crossings by Alex Landragin

The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia

The Book Eaters by Sunyi Deanr

Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine

The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford

Beasts of a Little Land by Juhea Kim

Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen

Bingo 51:30 It’s over! Thanks for playing! We BOTH got blackouts!

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Episode 99 September 15, 2022

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Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market– DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)-- sleeve issues

Choose Your Gnome Adventure by Sarah Schira, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market– so many choices!

A Garden Wedding Shawl by Andrea Rangel, Gauge Dyeworks merino worsted

On the Easel 14:44 SFMoma Diego Rivera show

Children’s choir flash cards

Hawaiian honeycreeper

BRUSHED Show (my piece is: Oh, Bernina!)

On the Table 23:21 Garlic Parmesan roasted carrots

Rosaline’s Other Cream Liqueurs Are Available Shortbreads from Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall

Easy Brown Rice Risotto with Mushrooms and Fresh Oregano

Pigs in Blankets

Deviled Eggs

Street Chicken from Smitten Kitchen

On the Nightstand 33:36 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate! You can visit our shop to find books we’ve talked about or click on the links below. The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you!

Telling Tales by Ann Cleves (audio)

Fool Moon by Jim Butcher (audio)

The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman (audio)

The Witch’s Heart by Genevieve Gornichec

Crossings by Alex Landragin

The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia

The Book Eaters by Sunyi Deanr

Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine

The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford

Beasts of a Little Land by Juhea Kim

Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen

Bingo 51:30 It’s over! Thanks for playing! We BOTH got blackouts!

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Episode 98 September 1, 2022

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Zephyr Mark II by Celia McAdams Cahill, Mendocino Wool & Fiber Romney Corriedale Fingering, Biches et Bûches Le Petit Lambswool in dark violet blue, A Verb for Keeping Warm Creating in My Hand and Yours– DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market

Leave Gnome Stone Unturned by Sarah Schira, Emma’s Yarns Practically Perfect smalls in Harbor, Sea Me Now & Whisper, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven– DONE!!

On the Easel 12:53 SFPL drawing days

BRUSHED Show (my piece is: Oh, Bernina!)

On the Table 17:17 Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe | Giada De Laurentiis | Food Network

Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen by Richa Hingle

Chickpeas in Peanut Butter Sauce zucchini, sweet potato

Quinoa Pulau with White Masala Sauce (green beans, lentils)-- couldn't find link for this recipe but she does have other options on her website

Ahi Tacos with slaw and yumyum sauce (excellent citrus marinade!)

Summer Pilau from East with butter chicken

Beef Fajitas (marinated in pineapple juice)

Concord grapes!

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The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

Name of All Things by Jenn Lyons

Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey

Storm Front by Jim Butcher (audio)

The Crow Trap by Ann Cleves (audio)

A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall

Husband Material by Alexis Hall

Joan by Katherine J. Chen

The Darkness Knows by Arnauldur Indridason

The Five Wounds by Kirsten Valdez Quade

Walk the Vanished Earth by Erin Swan

Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo Anstine

Devotion by Maile Meloy

Bingo 52:44 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

Down Cellar Studio

Local specialty– chicken tetrazzini

Two months away– shark gnome

Still need cook from book

Cortney’s BINGO thus far:

Read by/about POC: The Five Wounds & Woman of Light

Cook from a Novel: Pilau inspired by A Burning

Read a laugh (& a delight!): Devotion

WINNERS!

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Episode 98 September 1, 2022

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Zephyr Mark II by Celia McAdams Cahill, Mendocino Wool & Fiber Romney Corriedale Fingering, Biches et Bûches Le Petit Lambswool in dark violet blue, A Verb for Keeping Warm Creating in My Hand and Yours– DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market

Leave Gnome Stone Unturned by Sarah Schira, Emma’s Yarns Practically Perfect smalls in Harbor, Sea Me Now & Whisper, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven– DONE!!

On the Easel 12:53 SFPL drawing days

BRUSHED Show (my piece is: Oh, Bernina!)

On the Table 17:17 Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe | Giada De Laurentiis | Food Network

Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen by Richa Hingle

Chickpeas in Peanut Butter Sauce zucchini, sweet potato

Quinoa Pulau with White Masala Sauce (green beans, lentils)-- couldn't find link for this recipe but she does have other options on her website

Ahi Tacos with slaw and yumyum sauce (excellent citrus marinade!)

Summer Pilau from East with butter chicken

Beef Fajitas (marinated in pineapple juice)

Concord grapes!

On the Nightstand 28:15 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate! You can visit our shop to find books we’ve talked about or click on the links below. The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you!

The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

Name of All Things by Jenn Lyons

Just Like Home by Sarah Gailey

Storm Front by Jim Butcher (audio)

The Crow Trap by Ann Cleves (audio)

A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall

Husband Material by Alexis Hall

Joan by Katherine J. Chen

The Darkness Knows by Arnauldur Indridason

The Five Wounds by Kirsten Valdez Quade

Walk the Vanished Earth by Erin Swan

Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo Anstine

Devotion by Maile Meloy

Bingo 52:44 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

Down Cellar Studio

Local specialty– chicken tetrazzini

Two months away– shark gnome

Still need cook from book

Cortney’s BINGO thus far:

Read by/about POC: The Five Wounds & Woman of Light

Cook from a Novel: Pilau inspired by A Burning

Read a laugh (& a delight!): Devotion

WINNERS!

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Episode 97 August 18, 2022

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Zephyr Mark II by Celia McAdams Cahill, Mendocino Wool & Fiber Romney Corriedale Fingering, Biches et Bûches Le Petit Lambswool in dark violet blue, A Verb for Keeping Warm Creating in My Hand and Yours

Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market

(sewing: teaching my son how to make trousers).

On the Easel 9:34 Big acrylic landscapes

BRUSHED Show (my entry is: Oh, Bernina!)

On the Table 12:19

Good morning sunshine bars From Baked Elements: Our 10 Favorite Ingredients by Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito.

Vegetarian dinner’s in the oven by Rukmini Iyer

Miso eggplant with tofu, sesame & chile with kale/chard

Spicy harissa sprouts & broccoli with haloumi & spinach

Charts in back for stews, curries, tarts, gratin, salads

Summer Squash Gratin a la Juanita from SF Chronicle’s “In the Kitchen”

Key Lime Pie (but cooked for 15 mins at 350)

Garlic-Parmesan Carrots

Family Dinner: beef tenderloin, roasted carrots, brussels sprouts, vinegar-seasoned sticky rice.

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Something Wilder by Christina Lauren

A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske

A Mirror Mended by Alix E. Harrow

The Singles Table by Sara Desai

Wild Beauty by Anna-Marie McLemore

All the Horses in Iceland by Sarah Tolmie

Uncrowned Queen: The Fateful Life of Margaret Beaufort, Tudor Matriarch by Nicola Tallis

Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

Book Lovers by Emily Henry

The Long Call by Ann Cleeves (audio)

Girl, Forgotten by Karin Slaughter

Bingo 41:23 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

Down Cellar Studio

Farmers market cooking

librarian rec

Double batch

Local specialty soon

2months away soon

Eat Local: Squash Gratin

New-to-me recipe: Garlic-parm carrots

Epic family dinner

Farmer’s Market honey & pistachios

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Episode 96 August 4, 2022

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Reignbeaux sweater by yelley L.d., Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient and Hallowed Ground 2.0– DONE!!

Dead Marshes socks by Claire Ellen, Sincere Sheep Cormo Light Fingering in SF Summer– DONE!!

Autonomy cowl by Romi Hill, Three Irish Girls Wexford Merino Silk in Boswell Bay Strawberry (2010)-- DONE!!

$5 of each pattern purchased will be donated: split between Planned Parenthood and National Network of Abortion Funds.

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

Zephyr Mark II by Celia McAdams Cahill, Mendocino Wool & Fiber Romney Corriedale Fingering, Biches et Bûches Le Petit Lambswool in dark violet blue, A Verb for Keeping Warm Creating in My Hand and Yours

Vanilla is the new black Socks by Anneh Fletcher, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 in Calm Before the Pitchforks

Atlantic Heart by Joji Locatelli, Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Upton, Shadow and Cross Street Market

On the Easel 15:40 Vacation sketching

BRUSHED Show (my entry is: Oh, Bernina!)

Wall calendar progress

On the Table 25:09 summer squash gratin with salsa verde – smitten kitchen

Victoria Sandwich Cake - The Great British Bake Off

Small-Batch Raspberry Jam Recipe | Martha Stewart

Jackalope Grill Cold Beet Borscht special

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Sunne in Splendour by Sharon Kay Penman

Caribbean Heiress in Paris by Adriana Herrera

A Prayer for the Crown Shy by Becky Chambers

Something Wilder by Cristina Lauren

The Witches of New York by Ami McKay

A Burning by Megha Majumdar

Wingspan game!

Bingo 55:40 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

Epic dessert– Victoria Sponge

Read a debut: A Burning

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Episode 95 July 21, 2022

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Mermaid geek socks by Wei S. Leong, fibernymph dyeworks Bounce in You’re Mer-mazing!--DONE!

Reignbeaux sweater by yelley L.d., Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient and Hallowed Ground 2.0

Dead Marshes socks by Claire Ellen, Sincere Sheep Cormo Light Fingering in SF Summer

Pink pants alteration

New Ink + Volt planner in goldenrod

On the Easel 14:52 Pigeon Show

BRUSHED Show

On the Table 20:40 East by Meera Sodha:

Summer pilau

Chile tofu

Creamy Lentils with artichokes and kale (not spinach!)

Snacks for Dinner 27:42 Feta Tart, Eggplant & Chickpea Whip, Lentil snacking granola, Celery salad with maple-candied almond and shallot, Marinated beans with sun dried tomatoes

Smoky glazed pistachios, mixed mushroom pate, orange + mustard marinated broccoli, umami roasted tomatoes, fresh ginger tisane, honeyed pickled shallots, warm olives, & POPCORN!

Original Colonel Popper Healthy Microwave Popcorn Maker

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Wild Fire by Ann Cleves (audio)

When We Lost Our Heads by Heather O’Neill

Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall

Fevered Star by Rebecca Roanhorse

The Giver by Lois Lowry

Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende

Bingo 1:10:09 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry

Monica’s Bingo:

Disability– Fevered Star- blind

Laugh- Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake

New recipe– chile tofu

Fun apps/3 recipes– snacks for dinner

Cortney’s BINGO thus far:

Read Local: Daughter of Fortune

Finished project: Pigeon “Double Dutch”

Brave with Color: pink pants & new planner

Cook 3 Recipes: Snacks for Dinner

Challenged/Classic Book: the Giver

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Episode 94 July 11, 2022

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Reignbeaux sweater by yelley L.d., Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient and Hallowed Ground 2.0

Pentrose ring hat by KnittenKristen, Leading Men Fiber Arts Polwarth DK in Tainted Love – DONE!!

Mermaid geek socks by Wei S. Leong, fibernymph dyeworks Bounce in You’re Mer-mazing!

Dead Marshes socks by Claire Ellen, Sincere Sheep Cormo Light Fingering in SF Summer

On the Easel 7:48 Tattoo

Pigeon Show

BRUSHED Show

DIY colored pencil drawers

On the Table 15:39

Quinoa Salad with Zucchini and Tomatoes - The Wimpy Vegetarian

Spaghetti Carbonara

Sheet Pan Shrimp

Artichoke & Spinach “dip” pasta

Melting Chicken

Fixed the Mixer! Here’s a helpful video for you!

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Seasonal Fears by Seanan McGuire

Dark Queens: The Bloody Rivalry that Forged the Medieval World by Shelley Puhak

Murder Rule by Dervla McTiernan

Scorpica by G.R. Macallister

Once There were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy

The Marriage Game by Sara Desai

Civilizations by Laurent Binet, trans by Sam Taylor

The Absolute Book by Elizabeth Knox

Bomb Shelter by Mary Laura Philpott

Cold Earth by Ann Cleves (audio)

White Nights by Ann Cleeves (audio)

Birding without Borders by Noah Styker

The Secret of Clouds by Alyson Richman

True Biz by Sara Nović

The Mad Women’s Ball by Victoria Mas, trans. By Frank Wynne

The Change by Kirsten Miller

Bingo 53:31 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

Feta tart crust was new technique!

Start new project: reignbeaux sweater

Local: Seasonal fears (Berkeley), Marriage Game

Murder Rule, Marriage Game, Once There were wolves= disability

Once there were wolves– cort rec

Make local: sincere sheep yarn

Civilizations: translation

Cortney’s BINGO thus far:

Book in Translation—The Mad Women’s Ball

Read about differently-abled—True Biz

Library Recommendation—The Secret of Clouds (but I can’t remember which list!)

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Episode 93 June 23, 2022

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OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou– DONE!!

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend– DONE!!

Reignbeaux sweater by yelley L.d., Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient and Hallowed Ground 2.0

Pentrose ring hat by KnittenKristen, Leading Men Fiber Arts Polwarth DK in Tainted Love

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Finished short rows!
  • VERY helpful Shawlography tutorial for brioche stitch.

On the Easel 17:59 More birds

House grid

Pigeon art

On the Table 20:57 Orange dreamsicle bars from 100 Cookies

Sweet and sour stir fry

Feta tart from Lukas Volger– gf pie crust!

Make-ahead lasagne

Key Lime Pie with Graham Crust from Milk.

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Dead Water by Ann Cleves (Shetland #5) (audio)

Thin Air by Ann Cleves (Shetland #6) (audio)

Four Treasures of the Sky by Jenny Tinghui Zhang

Department of Rare Books and Special Collections by Eva Jurczyk

The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer by Janelle Monáe

Siren Queen by Nigh Vo

By the Book by Jasmine Guillory

This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

Raven Black by Ann Cleeves

The Improbability of Love by Hannah Rothschild

The Tenth Muse by Catherine Chung

Bingo 53:17 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry

Thanks to the Down Cellar Studio!

Monica’s Bingo:

POC read/local author: jasmine guillory

Local read/debut novel/POC: four treasures of the sky

Start new project: reignbeaux sweater

Cortney’s BINGO thus far:

Made a double batch of: citrus pie bars

Make local: Case for Making watercolor paint & paper

Read a Monica recommendation: Raven Black

Tech someone: Rice Krispie treats & choc. Mousse pie

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Episode 92 June 9, 2022

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OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou

Make Gnome Mistake by Sarah Schira (mgal9)-- DONE!!

  • A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink)
  • Cascade Heritage in Snow
  • Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea

Rock It Tee by Tanis Lavallee, Neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering in One First St NE & loft (mohair & silk lace) in Upton– DONE!!

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway– DONE!!

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • Still doing short rows…

On the Easel 15:03 The loudest birds

Calendar Story-June

Non-easel, but artistic non-the-less:

Bonsai auction

On the Table 19:03

Boys cooking! Camembert pasta, burritos, cracking good burger

Smitten Kitchen every day

  • Beef bulgogi taco
  • Street cart chicken and rice

Cheeseburgers with umami seasoning

My Favorite Brownies and Citrus Pie Bars from 100 Cookies

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Finlay Donovan Knocks Them Dead by Elle Cosimano (audio)

Red Bones by Ann Cleeves (audio)

Blue Lightning by Ann Cleeves (audio)

Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins

The Last Emperox by John Scalzi

If the Shoe Fits by Julie Murphy

Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel

Forward Collection (available on Amazon)

  • Emergency Skin by N.K. Jemesin
  • Randomize by Andy Weir
  • Summer Frost by Blake Crouch

Meet Me In Another Life by Catriona Silvey (thora and santi)

Portrait of a Thief by Grace D. Li

House of Trelawney by Hannah Rothschild

The Sentence by Louise Erdrich

Bingo Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry

Thanks Blue Shine Art

And the Down Cellar Studio

Modern Mrs. Darcy Summer Reading Guide 2022

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Episode 91 May 26, 2022

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OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou

Rock It Tee by Tanis Lavallee, Neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering in One First St NE & loft (mohair & silk lace) in Upton

Make Gnome Mistake by Sarah Schira (mgal9)

  • A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink)
  • Cascade Heritage in Snow
  • Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea

Bingo prep!

Poppy Blouse from Pattern Scout in Moda Kiamesha rayon print

Wallpaper from Spoonflower

On the Easel 12:58 Dogs

On the Table 18:21 Rancho Gordo visit

Pesto cauliflower tomato pasta from Cook 90

Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad with Crispy Chickpeas + Miso Dressing - The Wimpy Vegetarian

marbled raspberry pound cake – smitten kitchen

Seared Ahi Tacos

Party prep

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No One is Talking About This by Patricia Lockwood

White Nights by Ann Cleves (audio)

Hideout by Louise Luna

Wedding Season by Katy Birchall (freya scott)

Gallant by V. E. Schwab (olivia prior - family, houses, creepy)

Black Water Sister by Zen Cho (jessamyn Teoh)

Spear by Nicola Griffith

The Anomaly by Hervé Le Tellier, trans by Adriana Hunter

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (elizabeth zott)

Under the Banner of Heaven; a Story of Violent Faith by Jon Krakauer

Life List: A Woman’s Quest for the World’s Most Amazing Birds by Olivia Gentile

The Family Chao by Lan Samantha Chang

Bingo 57:02 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry

Prizes! 3 patterns of choice from Jennifer Lassonde Designs

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Episode 90 May 12, 2022

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Kensington Tote Bag by Toni Lipsey, Lion Brand Yarns Wool Ease Thick & Quick in Air Force and Toasted Almond– DONE!!

Katrinkles made in california labels

Elfe by Astrid Schramm, Cloudborn Fibers Highland Superwash Sock Twist in Ocean and Dolphin Blue–DONE!!

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou

Rock It Tee by Tanis Lavallee, Neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering in One First St NE & loft (mohair & silk lace) in Upton

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • I survived the welts, and bobbles!

On the Easel 14:14 The Bird Watcher’s—perhaps a chapbook?

Pigeons

Non-easel, but crafty non-the-less:

Corsages for Prom

AMAZING sewing workshop by Mariah Pattie

On the Table 21:11

Crispy Cheese Chicken Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Sauce. - Half Baked Harvest

Roast chicken with onion gravy from Simply Julia

Dad’s Baked Tacos from Half Baked Harvest Everyday

Creamy Herb Chicken

Melt in Your Mouth Chicken

Frozen yogurt & berry wafers

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Who Gets In and Why: a year inside college admissions by Jeffery J. Selingo

Craft: An American History by Glenn Adamson

The Last Wild Horses by Maja Lunde, trans by Diana Oatley (audio)

The Consuming Fire by John Scalzi

Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi

A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark

Thousand Steps into Night by Traci Chee

Lost Book of Adana Moreau by Michael Zapata

Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

The Birdwatcher by William Shaw

Birds in Fall by Brad Kessler

Bingo 53:47 Starts friday evening may 27, ends Mon Sept 5

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2022 to instagram or Ravelry

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Episode 89 April 27 2022

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Diamond back top by Kira Dulaney, Neighborhood Fiber Co. studio worsted in Latrobe (15th anniversary club color)-- DONE!!

tool box cowl by Adventure du Jour Designs, Destination Yarns Postcard (light fingering) in Stitches West 2019 minis set– DONE!!

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou

Elfe by Astrid Schramm, Cloudborn Fibers Highland Superwash Sock Twist in Ocean and Dolphin Blue

Kensington Tote Bag by Toni Lipsey, Lion Brand Yarns Wool Ease Thick & Quick in Air Force and Toasted Almond

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • No progress

On the Easel 15:48 Hawaiian landscapes & birds!!

The Bird Watcher’s—perhaps a chapbook?

Pigeons

Turtle “prom-posal”

On the Table 21:03 Olive Oil-Orange Sugar Cookies | King Arthur Baking

Tomato, chard and spinach with toasted almonds

Baked mint rice with pomegranate and olive salsa (this version calls for slices of feta, mine had you crumbled it on top)

A Cocktail of 2 Cities from Stevenson’s Library in Koloa

Choya yuzu sake, gin, Giffard Orgeat, orange bitters

Honey Garlic Pork Chops

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Julia Turshen podcast: Keep Calm and Cook On

Opening Skinner’s Box: Great Psychological Experiments of the Twentieth Century by Lauren Slater

Powers and Thrones: A New History of the Middle Ages by Dan Jones

Collapsing Empire by John Scalzi

Raven Black by Ann Cleeves (audio)

One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle

The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka

Most westerly bookshop in the U.S.—Talk Story

How to Stop Time by Matt Haig

Snapper by Brian Kimberling

The Paris Wife by Paula McLain

The Painter by Peter Heller

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Episode 88 April 14, 2022

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Vanilla is the new black socks by Anneh Fletcher, knit picks felici fingering in Solstice– DONE!!

Love Note sweater by Tin Can Knits, Apple fiber Studio Delicious (mohair/silk) in Shadow and McIntosh (merino/nylon/alpaca) in Thistle– DONE!!

Diamond back top by Kira Dulaney, Neighborhood Fiber Co. studio worsted in Latrobe (15th anniversary club color)

tool box cowl by Adventure du Jour Designs, Destination Yarns Postcard (light fingering) in Stitches West 2019 minis set

OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici fingering in Bayou

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • I survived ripping out a wedge, and revising the lead color

Sewing—Charlie Caftan, and working on perfecting my Gemma Tank.

On the Easel 16:00 The Bird Watcher’s—perhaps a chapbook?

Open Studio in the Fall

Pigeons

On the Table 19:20 https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/honey-garlic-meatballs/

Socca update. Recipe from Grist “This is essentially a large chickpea pancake from Provence (and neighboring Liguria, where it's called farinata)”-- NYT

Crisped Rice with sweet potato wedges, goat cheese, olive rig and za’atar chili oil from Grist

Cascatelli update

Brown Butter Rice Krispie treats

Hot Honey Chicken (baked!!)

Llubov’s Green CASCATELLI from Julia Turshen.

Salt-cured eggs—perhaps too fresh? need more time.

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One Night on the Island by Josie Silver

The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb

The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

The God of Lost Words by A. J. Hackwith

End of the Ocean by Maja Lunde (trans by Diane Oatley) audio

A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins

Mrs. Benson’s Beetle by Rachel Joyce

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Episode 87 March 31, 2022

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Vanilla is the new black socks by Anneh Fletcher, knit picks felici fingering in Solstice

Love Note sweater by Tin Can Knits, Apple fiber Studio Delicious (mohair/silk) in Shadow and McIntosh (merino/nylon/alpaca) in Thistle

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • I survived the welts, and bobbles!

On the Easel 12:37 Postcard collection, slowly coming together. See IG Stories for occasional sneak peeks!

Calendar stories

On the Table 15:03

Socca from grist by Abra Berens

French onion frittata

Turkey chimichanga

Salt-cured eggs

Avocado & pickled jalapeno crema

Cookbooks for hors doerves?

Navajo Tacos

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The Family Chao by Lan Samatha Chang

The Road by Cormac McCarthy

Random Sh*t Flying through the Air by Jackson Ford

The Good Turn by Dervla McTiernan

Driftwood by Marie Brennan

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw

For the Wolf by Hannah Whitten

When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain

Perfect Little World by Kevin Wilson

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Episode 86 March 17, 2022

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Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard– DONE!!

Bikey beanie by Andrea Rangel, knit picks dk swish in dusk, neighborhood fiber co studio dk in ward circle–DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black socks by Anneh Fletcher, must stash perfect sock self striping in Sedated– DONE!!

Vanilla is the new black socks by Anneh Fletcher, knit picks felici fingering in Solstice

Love Note sweater by Tin Can Knits, Apple fiber Studio Delicious (mohair/silk) in Shadow and McIntosh (merino/nylon/alpaca) in Thistle

Shawlography by Stephen West

  • Lisa Souza SAWK in "green jay"
  • Louie & Lola fingering in "pacific"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "eye of the tiger"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "in the navy"
  • Oink Targhee Sock in "random carp"
  • Malabrigo Sock in "fuchsia"
  • Messed up on the icord loops, but successfully repaired!

On the Easel 19:57

Cheetah Week

BirdNote by NPR

On the Table 21:21 Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie Recipe

Gf pie crust!

Mushroom shepherds pie from Smitten Kitchen Every Day

Sweet potato/cabbage stir fry

Turkey Enchiladas with Pineapple

Irish Soda Breads

Oatmeal Banana Walnut breakfast cookies from How to Bake Everything. (They are wanting…)

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Silent Parade by Keigo Higashino, Giles Murray (Translator) (audio)

Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle cosimano (audio)

The Girl Who Could Move Sh*t with Her Mind (The Frost Files, #1) by Jackson Ford

The Heiress Effect by Courtney Milan

Moon Witch, Spider King by Marlon James

Cloudland by Joseph Olshan

Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

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Episode 85 March 3, 2022

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The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlin Starling

The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert alice

The World Gives Way by Marissa Levien myrra

Texts from Jane Eyre by Daniel M. Lavery

You Feel Just it Below the Ribs by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson miriam

Last Dance of the Debutante by Julia Kelly

The Untold Story by Genevieve Cogman

Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis

The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak

Intimacies by Kate Kitamura

Yours Cheerfully by A.J. Pearce

On the Table 26:19 Cascatelli!

Rancho Gordo Bean Club

Lasagna from Dinner: A Love Story

Chocolate Sheet Cake from Half-Baked Harvest (made with ghee)

Dijon chicken and mushroom pocket with swiss

Baked Chocolate Donut from Half-Baked Harvest

Inspired by The Kitchen dining experience:

Salt-cured egg

honeycomb

On the Easel 49:53 The Crocker Art Museum

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Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)-- DONE!!

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Stitches West (not Rav)

Brioche Intarsia…saga

Shawlography by Stephen West

Tunisian Crochet with Toni Lipsey (not Rav)

Ergonomics for Knitters with Carson Demers (not Rav)

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Episode 84 February 17, 2022

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Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal– DONE!!

Stochastic Hat by Hunter Hammerson, Gauge Dyeworks dk in Monte Carlo Blue– DONE!!

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)

On the Easel 11:29 On the Easel:

inspired by Daria’s wallpaper project. See spoonflower…

I’m drawing all kinds of botanically inaccurate scenes just for fun!

On the Table 14:01 Liam Charles's Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart - The Great British Bake Off

Mustardy Cauliflower cheese from Simple by Ottolenghi

Tofu wraps from the Dinner Plan by Kathy Brennan and Caroline Campion

Celebration Cookies

Pan-banged Peanut butter choc chippers

Buffalo Cauliflower with Tahini Ranch dip

Trying sprouted oats

Cooking at Home by David Chang & Priya Krishna: 25:17 * Chili crisp * Boiled chicken! * Soup for lunch * Chicken rice with ginger scallion sauce * Mango sticky rice * Microwaved chicken thighs * Chicken with bacon and spinach * Chicken with gochujang and potatoes * Corn braise→ tacos, shrimp * Sauteed cabbage: garlic, chile, soy, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seeds * “Baked” potatoes * Chile-lime brussels sprouts * Dal * Cream of veg soup (rutabaga, butternut, parsnips) * Pay attention to all levels of seasoning: salt, umami, acid, heat, fact, etc. * Love the food scientist interviews. * I’ve been over-cooking chicken. * Stop avoiding the microwave. Cook with glass containers. * Consider buying a clay pot. * Consider buying a new refrigerator (seriously, ours is languishing). * Consider buying a wok. * YES to condiment chapter. * Field trip to H-Mart &/or Pacific Market asap. * To try (once the construction dust settles): chicken rice, corn thing on pg 288, dumplings, stuffed cabbage, stromboli (asap)!

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Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson (audio)

The Scholar by Dervla McTiernan (audio)

Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

One Dance with a Duke by Tessa Dare

One Day in December by Josie Silver

Comfort Me with Apples by Catherine M. Valente

Noor by Nnedi Okarafour

Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

Where the Drowned Girls Go by Seanan McGuire

Damnation Spring by Ash Davidson (with cover by Jeremy Miranda)

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Episode 83 February 3, 2022

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Riley Rose Hat by Jennifer Lassonde, Fisher Girl Yarns in Ketchikan in Sockeye Spawning–DONE!!

Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

On the Easel 7:27 Landscapes

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Episode 82 January 20, 2022

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Anker’s Shirt by PetiteKnit, knitpicks stroll tweed in barn door heather– DONE!

Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

Riley Rose Hat by Jennifer Lassonde, Fisher Girl Yarns in Ketchikan in Sockeye Spawning

Mentioned: Ali Edwards’ mother’s December Daily flip through.

Sewing: everyday ponte pant (simplicity 9017) I add pockets.

On the Easel 15:50 Landscapes

On the Table 20:52 Words Mean Things — Recipe: Buddha's Jewels

From Simply Julia

eggplant and meatballs

chicken Reuben skillet over baked potato

lentil and kale stew plus sausage

Pulled Chicken for the wrestling team

(Making garlic butter & orange zest green beans + brussels sprouts with pancetta this week)

DRIEST oatmeal biscuits ever

Spiced Beef from Tuesday Nights

Mission Impastable series from The Sporkful podcast

Cascatelli from Sfoglini

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Feral Creatures by Kira Jane Buxton

Daughter of the Deep by Rick Riordan

One to Watch by Kate Stayman-London

When Sorrows Come by Seanan McGuire

All the Feels by Olivia Dade

The Sentence by Louise Erdrich

The Family by Naomi Krupitsky

Olga by Bernhard Schlink

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Episode 81 January 6, 2021

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Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Swing Left socks by Megan Williams, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock in Bridget (2010!)-- DONE!

Zemy’s 2021 Advent Cowl by Tricia Weatherston, Forbidden Fiber Gluttony Sock in Classic Christmas Collection

Leave Gnome Stone Unturned by Sarah Schira, Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Smalls in Legal Tender combo – DONE!!

Skyline Wrap by Helen Stewart, Knit Style Yarns merino nylon sock A Sweet Christmas minis–DONE!!

Adventure Gnome by Sarah Schira, Emma’s Yarns Perfect Smalls in Harbor (yellow and white), blue cotton – DONE!!

All Work Gnome Play by Sarah Schira, leftover Yarn Love verdant knoll, Alisha Goes Round Richness of Martens fingering Genevieve, Cascade Heritage fingering white– DONE!!

Skyskrapa sweater by Madelene Linderstam, knitpicks swish dk in dusk plus other bits – DONE!!

Anker’s Shirt by PetiteKnit, knitpicks stroll tweed in barn door heather

On the Easel 19:28 Sewing lap blankets

Calendar and Envelope-painting

DIY Art School: landscape & still life painting

On the Table 22:22 Shakshuka (Julia Turshen)

NYE: no traditions

Butternut squash risotto (Melissa Clark)

Spinach salad

Chocolate cake with butterfinger topping (Nigella Lawson)

Christmas Cookies—chocolate babka rugelach, molasses cookies, checkerboards, Peanut butter blossoms…

Christmas Nachos

Sardine Flight—stay tuned for reviews!

New Years Paella

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Light Perpetual by Francis Spufford

The Last Graduate by Naomi Novik

A Killing Frost (October Daye #14) by Seanan McGuire

A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas

Queens Play and The Disorderly Knights by Dorothy Dunnett (audio)

An Elderly Lady Must Not be Crossed by Helene Tursten (trans by Marlaine Delargy)

Envious Casca by Georgette Heyer

The Widow Queen by Elżbieta Cherezińska, trans. By Maya Zakrzewska-Pim

The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton

Isn't it Bromantic? By Lyssa Kay Adams

Under the Whispering Door by T. J. Klune

A Spindle Splintered by E. Alix Harrow

Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki (shizuka Satomi, katrine Nguyen, Lan Tran)

The Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo

The Nesting Dolls by Alina Adams

Somebody Loves You by Mona Arshi

The Vanished Days by Susanna Kearsley

Agatha of Little Neon by Claire Luchette

On the Horizon 1:09:16

Knit goals 15,024 yards in 31 projects

Stash amount: +3948

Last year: WIP under control, charity, gifts

Use 3 sweater stashes

3 wips

3 club kits

Easel Goals DIY Art School—more to come as I iron out my curriculum.

Table goals

LY: explore grains, simplify

Gf pie crust 3x

3 GBBO recipes

Spice of the Month Club—perhaps.

Nightstand goals LY: more thoughtful? Reading challenge? 178 books read

3 non-fiction

3 classic

3 translated

Books—I read 112 in 2021. I’m ok about reading LESS if it means painting MORE.

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Episode 80 December 9, 2021

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Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Swing Left socks by Megan Williams, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock in Bridget (2010!)

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

Zemy’s 2021 Advent Cowl by Tricia Weatherston

Leave Gnome Stone Unturned by Sarah Schira, Emma's Yarn Practically Perfect Smalls in Legal Tender combo

Skyline Wrap by Helen Stewart, Knit Style Yarns merino nylon sock A Sweet Christmas minis

On the Easel 13:01 Wrapped gouachevember

Calendar and Envelope-painting

A few birds in December

On the Table 18:27 Apple crisp from Mad Hungry

Granny’s Wowie Cake

Cider meatballs/cider braised cabbage

Sweet Korean Lentils • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

Warm Shallot Dressing from Smitten Kitchen

Pulled Chicken sandwiches

Roasted Chicken for the Squad

Choc. Chip cookie experiment with GHEE.

Koselig Kitchen for mail-order treat boxes

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Madness of Crowds by Louise Penny (audio)

State of Terror by Louise Penny and Hilary Rodham Clinton (ellen adams)

Bewilderment by Richard Powers (theo the dad and robin/robby)

Stoic Wisdom by Nancy Sherman

It had to Be You by Georgia Clark (liv)

The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang (anna sun and quan diep)

Tales from the Cafe by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

All the Seanan McGuire

  • Chimes at Midnight
  • Winter Long
  • A Red-Rose Chain
  • Once Broken Faith
  • The Brightest Fell
  • Night and Silence
  • Unkindest Tide

Company of Liars by Karen Maitland

Crying in H Mart with Michelle Zauner

Deal of a Lifetime by Fredrik Backman

Shiner by Amy Jo Burns

Art Books

Akademie X

Natural Curiosities by Anna Valdez

Edward Hopper; Modern Master by Ita G. Berkow

Mary Fedden; Enigmas + Variations by Christopher Andreae

The Working Mind and Drawing Hand of Oliver Jeffers by Oliver Jeffers

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Episode 79 November 19, 2021

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Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Swing Left socks by Megan Williams, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock in Bridget (2010!)

Christmas baby hats, TurtlePurl Yarns striped turtle toes in Mistletoe Kisses-- DONE!

Helix Cowl by Andrea Rangel, KnitCircus Greatest of Ease in Quoth the Raven and Impressionist Best Friend

On the Easel 11:10 Gouachevember, a little behind…

2022 Calendar, off to the printers?!

And a little sneak of what MIGHT be coming?

On the Table 17:26 Mini Frittata Muffins Recipe-- Love & Lemons

Nigella party popcorn

Sunchoke-Tomato sauce for pasta from Vegetable Kingdom

Turkey Chili with Rancho Gordo Vaquero Beans

Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut milk and lime (weekday Veg)

Roasted Br. Sprouts

Pasta with Browned Butter, yogurt & herbs (Tues Nights)

…aka meat accompaniments

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Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri

Late Eclipses by Seanan McGuire

One Salt Sea by Seanan McGuire

Ashes of Honor by Seanan McGuire

The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling (vivi & Rhys)

Portrait of a Scotsman by Evie Dunmore (Hattie & Lucien)

Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead (ray carney)

Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr

A Country Doctor by Sarah Orne Jewett

The Nix by Nathan Hill

Once There were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy

Rise by Karen Campbell

The Betrayals by Bridget Collins

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Episode 78 November 16 2021

Out & About 2:59 Scrap yarn sale thurs- sat nov 18-20

Gradient sweater & steeking

Post that started it all

Post that explains it all

Next to the Turkey 11:15 Gingerbread Cranberry Pecan Tart-- SF Chronicle

Cranberry LIme Tart-- Bon Appetit via Jenny Rosenstrach

Sweet Potatoes with pecans and goat cheese from Smitten Kitchen

Fall Bliss Salad with Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette also from Smitten Kitchen

All Wrapped Up 20:35 On the Needles Neck reading light

https://makingzine.com/

Jam pdx

Kraken Yarn ring

knitting needle bangle bracelet

Cross stitch kits

https://www.forbiddenfiberco.com/collections/cross-stitch-kits

Art kits!

Gift for the SEWING needles:

Madeira Aerofil Thread Set

On the Easel Faber Castell Matt Graphite Pencil Sets

Holbein Design Gouache Irodori Seasonal Sets

Holbein Acryla Gouache Rebecca Green set

Gamblin Oil Sets

Case for Making Watercolors

Leuchttrum1917 sketchbook

Artist’s Toolkit Mini Palette

Brush Pen

On the Table Beans!

Rancho gordo

Chili smith

Oaktown spice shop

towels/servers/nice utensils

Spice of the Month Clubs: Burlap + Barrel, Raw Spice Bar, and Piquant Post.

New oven Mitts: Anthropologie, Blue Q (*salty language alert!!), Target

Bundt Cake tin!

Crazy cool candles: Food52, World Market, Etsy, Urban Outfitters

On the Nightstand Leather Quote Coasters Set (Booklovers)

personalized art print your favorite books

An Irish Nature Year by Jane Powers

Seed to Dust by Marc Hammer

My Reading Life from Anne Bogel, or this cutie, or the cover of this one!

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Episode 77 October 28, 2021

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Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

On the Easel 8:58 New calendar art!

Some landscape art…attempts.

Gouachevember is happening! Check the hashtag to see the contributions.

Paola workwear jacket from fabrics-store.com

On the Table 18:51 Rancho Gordo Bean club wait list

Autumn pilau from East

Mexican Red Rice from Chicano Eats by Esteban Castillo

w/oven roasted chicken thighs.

My favorite banana bread. (I use half vegetable shortening & half butter. I use extra banana. And I usually omit nuts).

Weekday Vegetarians review 27:43 Monica loved: Eggplant & tofu with sweet-hot chili glaze,Za’atar flat bread,Crunchy cheesy bean bake, Cauliflower Cutlets with romesco sauce, Broiled Chickpea Caesar Salad

Cortney loved: chickpea mac & cheese, Andy’s spicy diced potatoes, Slivered minty sugar snap peas, and vote for pancetta in the stewy black lentils with chard & feta. Plus: ALL the dressings!!

Next up: we’re exploring Cooking at Home: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying about Recipes (and Love My Microwave): A Cookbook by David Chang and Priya Krishna

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The Other Bennet Sister by Janice Hadlow

Network Effect by Martha Wells

Fugitive Telemetry by Martha Wells

The Guide by Peter Heller

Apples Never Fall by Lianne Moriarty

Matrix by Lauren Groff

The Souvenir Museum by Elizabeth McCracken

You are Here *for now by Adam J. Kurtz

Dracula by Bram Stoker, bonus sketch of Stoker in my Sharpie Sketches highlight. (I’ve linked to an excellent audio version narrated by J.P. Guimont).

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Episode 76 October 16 2021

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All Work, Gnome Play by Sarah Schira, Farmer’s Daughter for Starlight KNitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink)-- DONE!!

Increase Your Score by Knitters Brewing Co., Lily Sugar n’ Cream in Psychedelic--DONE!!

Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Swing Left socks by Megan Williams, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock in Bridget (2010!)

On the Easel 11:05 Sharpie Sketches from Draw it with your eyes closed: the art of the assignment

New calendar art!

On the Table 20:43

Butternut squash soup with apple chutney

napa/tofu/mushroom/noodle miso soup from How to Cook Everything Vegetarian

Vegan bacon

Rancho Gordo huge assortment at Church Street Produce.

Dipping sauce, ala glorified Thousand Island dressing.

Anniversary Lobster from Maine (Thanks Mom!)

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Women and Other Monsters: building a new mythology by Jess Zimmerman

Exit Strategy by Martha Wells

Velvet was the Night by Sylvia Moreno-Garcia

Incense and Sensibility by Sonali Dev

The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nhgi Vo

Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy

The Missing Treasures of Amy Ashton by Eleanor Ray

The Astonishing Life of August March by Aaron Jackson

The Principles of Uncertainty by Maira Kalman

Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia

The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave

Middlemarch by George Eliot (I especially recommend the audio version narrated by Juliet Stevenson).

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So many sweaters!

One for sister fav

Loved the yarn from the Winding Trail baby sweater

Sock Madness Semi-finalist!!

“Rickrack” sweater—ultimate fave.

On the Easel:

Podcast art-- jellyfish april

Artichoke plate from January 13th.

2021 Calendar

On the Table:

Seasonal pilaus

Tofu croutons

beans!

Snacking cakes by yossey arafi

My family loved everything from 100 Cookies and Simply Julia, and anything in a pita pocket.

On the Nightstand:

177 books for Monica

Inspector gamache shout out

Invisible life of addie larure by V.E. Schwab

In the past year, I’ve read 103 books! It’s impossible for me to choose one favorite, so here are 7.

Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane

Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson

This is Happiness by Niall Williams

Snow Falling on Cedars by David Gutterson

Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson

Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell

Middlemarch by George Eliot

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Episode 75 September 30, 2021

It’s Fat Bear Week!

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Stitches West!!

Undamo Cowl by Sarah Jordan, knitcircus yarns Greatest of Ease in Hawaiian Sunset and the Sensible Ms. Dashwood-- DONE!!

Bead Stitch Cowl by Erica Dietz, Mouse House Fiber Co. Storr in Lagoon-- crochet! DONE!!

Newspaper Pullover by Joji Locatelli, Biches & Buches Le Petit Lambswool in Light Grey, Isager Yarn Spinni in Charcoal

All Work, Gnome Play by Sarah Schira, Farmer’s Daughter for Starlight KNitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink)

Hide & Peak by Maxim Cyr, SugarPlum Circus Merino Sport in Charcoal, Elphaba, Starling and Merlin’s Beard

Black pants in double-knit ponte, with self-drafted pockets! WIN!

On the Easel 18:42 Gouachevemer is coming!

New Irodori paint palettes from Holbein.

On the Table 22:57 potato chip cookies – smitten kitchen

Brown Butter Blondies from 100 Cookies with TJ’s Sea Salt Caramel chips

Workers curry and Easy Palak Paneer Recipe (from healthy nibbles)

Advanced Math Snickerdoodles from 100 Cookies.

Pan-roasted Chinese Eggplant. Rub with oil, S & P, put in pan, and turn occasionally. That’s it.

Chocolate crème pie with pretzel crust—mash up between the cream from the citrus pie bar and Pie Academy Pretzel crust. Filling was my tried & true choc mousse.

Melting Potatoes from Smitten Kitchen

Butter Chicken from The Modern Proper

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The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan

A Local Habitation by Seanan McGuire

Artificial Night by Seanan McGuire

The View was Exhausting by Mikaella Clements and Onjuli Datta

The Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead

Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell

Why Peacocks? By Sean Flynn

Shakespeare by Bill Bryson

Little by Edward Carey

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Episode 74 September 16, 2021

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Hide and Peak by Maxim Cyr, Farmer’s Daughter for Starlight KNitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink) and Piikuni (reddish brown? Brownish red?)--DONE!!

Undamo Cowl by Sarah Jordan, knitcircus yarns Greatest of Ease in Hawaiian Sunset and the Sensible Ms. Dashwood

On the Easel 12:44 I’m a tattoo artist!

Thinking about the Anker Cardigan

Block or sloper pattern

On the Table 24:39 Soup of randomness

Simple

  • Hot charred cherry tomatoes with cold yoghurt-- roast tomato with herbs, spices and lemon, yogurt and lemon and cold
  • Zucchini & walnut salad - infuse oil with lemon garlic thyme, mix with mandolined zucchini and walnuts

Citrus Pie Bars from 100 Cookies

Hazelnut Chicken from Tuesday Nights

Quinoa Crunch, with lemon zest, evoo, salt & pepper

Meatballs from Mad Hungry

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[Shadow Tag by Louise Erdich]

[Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides]

What Fresh Hell is this? Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities and You by Heather Corinna

Rogue Protocol by Martha Wells

Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams

A Rogue of One's Own by Evie Dunmore

Kingdom of the Blind by Louise Penny (audio)

A Better Man by Louise Penny (audio)

All the Devils are Here by Louise Penny (audio)

Sword Stone Table: Old Legends, New Voices ed by Swapna Krishna and Jenn Northington

Chess Story by Stefan Zweig (trans by Joel Rotenberg)

A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers

The Brutal Telling Louise Penny

American Sherlock Kate Winkler Dawson

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Display something: new throw pillows

Bake from a recipe: Madeleines ala Proust (from How to Bake Everything).

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Episode 73 September 2, 2021

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Hide and Peak by Maxim Cyr, Farmer’s Daughter for Starlight KNitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink) and Piikuni (reddish brown? Brownish red?)

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)

Pigskin party!

Gnome mkal #7!

On the Easel 10:27 Sketchbook tour with Monica.

See my #unofficialbirdnotes for reference.

On the Table 15:21

Vegan "Duck" pancakes from cooking for peanuts on IG

From Ottotlenghi Simple

  • Nectarine/raspberry salad with 5 spice dressing (the recipe here includes bacon which- nothing wrong with that. The recipe in Simple does not have the bacon)
  • Tofu and haricots verts with chraimeh sauce

DIY Breakfast Burritos: tortilla, scrambled eggs, a little sausage, cheese, 4 tater tots, green onion, cilantro, wrapped in parchment.

Coriander-roasted Chicken from Milk Street

Pesto Chicken from forever ago. This version is close; I use feta, and a little cream. Can top with pine nuts.

Shaking Beef—Inspired by Slanted Door, used Tuesday Nights instructions.

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The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

Landslide by Susan Conley

Artificial Condition by Martha Wells

Glass Houses by Louise Penny (audio)

Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie

Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Monica Lewycka 45:30

Big Magic (on audio) by Elizabeth Gilbert

A Rule Against Murder (Book 4) by Louise Penny

The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams

Bingo 57:08 Ended Sept 6

Lemon Meringue Pie inspired by Inspector Gamache

Coffee taste test

3 Recipes from Momofuku Milk by Christina Tossi

Podcast reviews: Get Messy Podcast and The Science of Birds

Local food: Shaking Beef!

Congrats to our winner! Listen in to see if it’s you!

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Episode 72 August 19, 2021

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Edie by Isabell Kraemer, Hue Loco Merino Sock in Eclipse--DONE!!

Hide and Peak by Maxim Cyr, Farmer’s Daughter for Starlight Knitting Society Mayhem in Bad Rock (grey), Dirty Little Dandelion (yellow), One Stab (pink) and Piikuni (reddish brown? Brownish red?)

On the Easel 13:57 Still Here Still Life sketchbook studies.

Filled a sketchbook (here’s a blank version if you’re in the market).

Started a new sketchbook (also a link—love the white paper stock!)

On the Table 16:42 Summer pilau from East

Summer cobbler from DALS

Ice cream with a borrowed machine!

Corn Cookies from Momofuku’s Milk Bar

Chicken Cacciatore

Artichoke & white bean flatbreads (the awesome Arcangeli Market in Pescadero that I reference).

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Declaration of the Rights of Magicians by H. G. Parry

Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley

Gods, Monsters and the Lucky Peach by Kelly Robson

The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith

The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

Leave the World Behind by Alam Rumaan

The Cruelest Month by Louise Penny (audio)

Dune by Frank Herbert

One Two Three by Laurie Frankle

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Double batch-- cobbler for family

Borrowed book AND everyone has read-- mom’s copy of No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency

Double batch—oatmeal choc chippers for a reunion.

New Technique— Derwent inktense blocks on still life background.

Read an award winner—Dune won the 1966 Nebular Award for Best Novel.

Novel about disability—One Two Three

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Episode 71 Saturday, August 7, 2021

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Tom Daley

Winding Trail by Kate Oates, Knit Picks Swish Worsted in Rainforest Heather--DONE!!

Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs, Hue Loco Merino sock in New Yorker and color riot minis-- DONE!!

Edie by Isabell Kraemer, Hue Loco Merino Sock in Eclipse

On the Easel 16:26 Painting flowers & seascapes.

Rebecca Green-inspired Holbein palette exercise.

Dylan M. paint-along on Skillshare.

New planner season. I chose ORCHID for 2022!

On the Table 21:37

Coconut Rice with Eggplant and Pickled Cucumber from East

Cherry Couscous & Arugula Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

zucchini carpaccio salad – smitten kitchen

Peach & Tomato salad

Kale and balsamic grapes then grilled radicchio with balsamic grapes

Quinoa and green beans

Spinach with tofu croutons

Broiled zucchini with mint and garlic

Corn salad

Tony’s Steak and Grilled Soy-Glazed Pork Chops

Grilled halloumi with pesto

Chicken Chili with Pureed White Beans and Cream Cheese

Beet-infused gin, sort of like this?

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All Systems Red by Martha Wells

Remote Control by Nnedi Okarafor

84,Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff (audio)

The Nature of the Beast by Louise Penny (audio)

A Great Reckoning by Louise Penny (audio)

The Hangman by Louise Penny

A Conjuring of Light by V.E. Schwab

The Kingdoms by Natasha Pulley

A Fatal Grace (Inspector Gamache, Book 2) by Louise Penny

The Whispering House by Elizabeth Brooks

Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson (loved the audio version performed by Marin Ireland).

Dear Miss Metropolitan by Carolyn Ferrell

The Arsonist by Sue Miller

We are the Brennans by Tracey Lange

And also We Were the Mulvaneys by Joyce Carol Oats

The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (loved the audio version performed by Carey Mulligan).

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Monica:

  • Three recipes: tomato salami with mint, sesame-cured broccoli, upside down plum polenta cake, zucchini with mint and garlic, corn salad with tomatoes avocado and lime cilantro dressing
  • Favorite Recipes from Melissa Clark’s Kitchen
  • Local fav: It’s it sundae
  • Something to make you laugh: 84, Charing Cross Lane

Cortney:

  • Shared the Choc. Mousse recipe
  • Read a Laugh with Nothing to See Here.
  • Tried new-to-me flavor: sardines!
  • Vacation read: We are the Brennans
  • Read something “everyone” has already read: The Midnight Library
  • Borrowed The Arsonist from a vacation bookshelf.

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Episode 70 July 22, 2021

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Fireworks sweater, 4 day KAL by Marie Greene/Olive Knits, Sew Happy Jane Delightful Tweed DK in Gather-- DONE!

Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs, Hue Loco Merino sock in New Yorker and color riot minis

On the Easel 8:15 Painting flowers!

Inspired to make a snail hair clip based on this gem by Emily Yeadon.

On the Table 13:30 Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars (Easy Cherry Dessert!)

Cooking for one!

  • Pistachio pea mint soba from East
  • Breakfast at shukos from East
  • Tomato tart from DALS
  • Green bean, eggplant,ground beef stir fry

Chicken artichoke bake from Simply Julia

Eating salads with feta & blueberries, peaches & goat cheese. And my homemade dressing: garlic, salt, olive oil, rice wine vinegar, tiny amount of mayo/mustard, tiny amount of maple syrup.

Peach + Blueberry (Molten Lava) Cobbler from Mark Bittman’s How to Bake Everything.

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The Secret Bridesmaid by Katy Birchall (sophie)

Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Moss

All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders

While We Were Dating by Jasmine Guillory (ben and anna)

Still Life by Louise Penny

The Maidens by Alex Michaelides

Also, kids’ high school summer reading list:

Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu

Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo

Small Country by Gaël Faye

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Award winner-- All the Birds inthe sky-- nebula for best novel 2016

Disability-- while we were dating - anxiety

Three recipes-- favorite recipes from melissa Clark’s Kitchen

Jrcarle515-- reading 44 scotland st (Cortney rec)

Collaborate with Matthew for 3D printed snail!

Baking Auntie Gloria’s Rosemary Focaccia Bread (aka Baking with family)

Resources:

15 Books About Disability for your TBR List

Books Written by Authors with a Disability

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Episode 69 Saturday July 10, 2021

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Omg heel by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights-- DONE!!

Monkeys by Cookie A., 3IG Culloden Sock in oh what a beautiful morning --DONE!!

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)-- frogged and restarted

Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs, Hue Loco Merino sock in New Yorker and color riot minis

Edie by Isabell Kraemer, Hue Loco Merino Sock in Eclipse

4 Day Sweater KAL (NOT a Ravelry link)

On the Easel 12:04 Organizing art in BIGSO boxes

Painting things that smell nostalgic.

On the Table 18:57

Crunchy Sesame Chicken Wings from mad hungry by Lucinda Scala Quinn

Paneer, spinach and tomato salad from East

Smitten Kitchen Chicken Meatballs

Peanut Butter Cookie Comparison: pan-banged cookies from 100 Cookies and peanut butter cup cookies from Sally’s Baking Addiction

Zucchini Farro cakes from Whole Grain Mornings

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If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio

The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

Diamond Fire by Ilona Andrews

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

The Archive of the Forgotten by A.J. Hackwith

One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston

Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia

The Eighth Detective by Alex Pavesi

Ariadne by Jennifer Saint

Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian

The Salt Path by Raynor Winn

Girl, 11 by Amy Suiter Clarke

The Last Exiles by Ann Shin

Sparks Like Stars by Nadia Hashimi

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Monica: vacation crafting and reading, and repaired something

Cortney:

  • Repaired our bedroom curtains
  • Reading a Monica recommends selection: Still Life by Louise Penny
  • Taste Test Comparison: peanut butter cookies
  • Started a new pair of pants, but…sewing machine is cranky.

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Episode 68 June 24, 2021

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Madeline by Kate Poe, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in Witches and Plucky Primo Fingering in Bashful-- DONE?!

Omg pattern by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights

Monkeys by Cookie A., 3IG Culloden Sock in oh what a beautiful morning

Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs, Hue Loco Merino sock in New Yorker and color riot minis

Splash pad party (NOT a Ravelry link)

On the Easel 14:17 Gouache grid—houses! COMPLETE!

Animals with Emma Carlisle patreon group

Pablo Escobar’s Hippos from Smithsonian documentary

On the Table 22:50 5 ingredient chicken pot pie by Jamie Oliver

Jenny Rosenstrach's Weeknight Veggie Burgers | Kitchn

Raspberry and cream roulade

Father’s Day Tomato Tart

Mexican Red Rice

Mission-Style Burrito research: this Bon Appetit article, blog from a guy who ate 1000 burritos in SF!, and this video about why homemade burritos are inferior to taqueria burritos.

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The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Alice Collins

All Adults Here by Emma Straub (audio) strick family

The Long Way Home by Louise Penny (audio) gamache 10

Emerald Blaze by Ilona Andrews

Gathering of Shadows by V.E. Schwab kell and Lila

Anxious People by Frederik Backman, trans by Neil Smith

The Mountains Sing by Nguyên Phan Quê’ Mai

Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford

The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal

The Coincidence of Coconut Cake by Amy Reichert

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New skill for bingo-- embroidery

Rec by Cort-- Anxious People

New project- Madeline socks

Cook with family-- chicken pot pie with Boy #2

Read a book by/about a person of color —The Mountains Sing

Finish a Project—Gouache grid houses!

Making progress towards cooking from a novel, and cooking a local specialty….

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Episode 67 June 10 2021

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Omg pattern by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights

Monkeys by Cookie A., 3IG Culloden Sock in oh what a beautiful morning

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)

Gnot Just Another Gnome by Sarah Schira, yarn love juliet in fable, plucky feet in miss manners, dream in color smooshy in morning dove-- DONE!!

Golden Poppy by Noriko Ho, The Black Squirrel Wesley Merino Sock in June Gloom and Sea Forager -- DONE! And then DONE AGAIN!

Sweet Rose Socks, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock in A Very Blustery Day -- DONE!!

Beads onto yarn with dental floss video (youtube link)

On the Easel 16:40 Gouache grid—houses! In progress

Also, dioramas?!

On the Table 23:57 Spring veggies!

How to Cook Everything Vegetarian by Mark Bittman

  • Nice thoughts on composing veg meal
  • So many lentils
  • Enchilada beans
  • Amaranth cakes

Shortbread from Mark Bittman’s How to Bake Everything

Triple Chocolate Pudding Cookies (mod.: no melted chocolate, but mixed in about 6 chopped oreos).

Garlic Butter Chicken with Cauliflower Rice (gluten free!)

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How the Light Gets In by Louise Penny (audio)

It started with a scandal by Julie Anne Long

The dating plan by Sara Desai

Wildfire by Ilona Andrews

Sapphire Flames by Ilona Andrews

The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán, trans by Sophie Hughes

The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating by Elizabeth Tova Bailey

The Kingdom by Jo Nesbo

Turtles All the Way Down by John Green

Margaret the First by Danielle Dutton

The House Between Tides by Sarah Maine

99% Invisible

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Book set in foreign place: The Remainder

Book by POC: Dating Plan

Finish WIP: gnome!

Read a book set in a foreign place—The Kingdom (Norway), and The House Between Tides (Scotland/Outer Hebrides).

Organize the stash—pantry top to bottom!

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Episode 66 May 27 2021

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Omg pattern by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights

Monkeys by Cookie A., 3IG Culloden Sock in oh what a beautiful morning

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)

Little Etude by Cauoa Coffee, Plucky Knitter Plucky Feet in Old Money, Lisa Souza HardTwist Petite in Elecktra, Space Cadet Yarns in ?? -- DONE!! On to round 5! Also, omg we finished first AGAIN

Golden Poppy by Noriko Ho, The Black Squirrel Wesley Merino Sock in June Gloom and Sea Forager

Gnot Just Another Gnome by Sarah Schira, yarn love juliet in fable, plucky feet in miss manners, dream in color smooshy in morning dove

Splash pad party

On the Easel 17:44 Owl accordion, in my Oil highlights

Gouache grid—houses! In progress

MapCrunch scenes via Emma Carlisle Patreon

On the Table 25:09 Potato-Cheddar Pizza

Chicken pinto bean braise from Simply Julia

Carrot and Chickpea Korma from Simply Julia

Chicken stew with ½ cup chopped oats & balsamic vinegar

Burnt Shortbread

Chocolate Chip Cherry Bars – I recommend dusting the fresh cherries with a tablespoon or so of flour before mixing in.

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The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny (audio) Gamache # 8

Vanessa Yu’s Magical Paris Tea Shop by Roselle Lim (audio)

On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner (audio)

Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers

In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren

Four Hundred Souls: A Community HIstory of African America, 1619-2019 by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain

44 Scotland Street by Alexander McCall Smith

The Firebird by Susanna Kearsley

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Episode 65 May 13 2021

THANK YOU LISTENERS old and new

We hope this podcast will continue to be something you put on repeat

On the Needles 1:10 All On the Needles links go to Ravelry unless otherwise noted.

Omg pattern by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights

Golden Poppy by Noriko Ho, The Black Squirrel Wesley Merino Sock in June Gloom and Sea Forager

Beleaf in Yourself by Annette Schleicher, Purple Label Cashmere Sock (MCN) by Tanis Fiber Arts in Julep (2013) and hardtwist petite by Lisa Souza Dyeworks in Elektra (2016)--DONE

  • SM15 really is harder! Round extended
  • My team finished first!

Go tell the bees shawl by Michele Bernstein, Sincere Sheep Eureka Fingering in Brave Enough (gradient)

Monkeys by Cookie A., 3IG Culloden Sock in oh what a beautiful morning

Gnot Just Another Gnome by Sarah Schira, yarn love juliet in fable, plucky feet in miss manners, dream in color smooshy in morning dove

On the Easel 12:54 I’ve got a newsletter/home page!

Oil Sketches

On the Table 27:21 https://www.skinnytaste.com/peruvian-green-sauce/

My produce box: Eating with the Seasons

Rhubarb cake with sumac crumb by Yosey Arefi

Simply Julia review 35:14 White pizza style Kale

Cauliflower and red cabbage tacos

Swedish meatballs

Sled dog muffins

Fish patties and peas

Almond chicken cutlets for Grace

Vegan chili

Garlic and Sesame noodles with Mushrooms and Broccolini

Llubav’s Green Spaghetti

Arayes with Yogurt Sauce

Green Chili Braised Chicken Thighs with Pinto Beans

Zucchini, Green Olive, + Feta Fritter (great with the Arayes)

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Strong Poison by Dorothy L. Sayers (audio)

Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste

A Dangerous Kind of Lady by Mia Vincy

Piranesi by Susanna Clarke

The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

Vera by Carol Edgarian

His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet

The Winter Sea by Susanna Kearsley

Bingo 1:21:09 Starts friday evening may 28, ends Sept 6

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2021 to instagram or Ravelry

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Episode 64 April 29 2021

On the Needles 2:11 Golden Poppy by Noriko Ho, The Black Squirrel Wesley Merino Sock in June Gloom and Sea Forager

9 inch circs! Omg pattern by Megan Williams, must stash perfect sock self striping in Tangled Lights

The SF tote bags don’t appear to be available but check out these other cute bags from Black Squirrel

Beleaf in Yourself by Annette Schleicher, Purple Label Cashmere Sock (MCN) by Tanis Fiber Arts in Julep (2013) and hardtwist petite by Lisa Souza Dyeworks in Elektra (2016)

On the Easel 18:10 I’ve got a newsletter/home page!

Oil Sketches

Gouache grid—California Natives!

On the Table 25:47 Passed dishes on Sunday

Amaranth a hit; also fonio

Spring pilau from East

Bunny chow battle

  • Big beans, buns and broccoli rabe- royal corona beans, berbere spice blend, ginger, tomatoes, potatoes
  • Bunny chow from East-- black garbanzo, cabbage, chiles, cumin, tumeric, garam masala, snow peas

Lemon Pout Cookies

Bean cookbooks

Limn & Latitude sneak peek

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LoveProof by Madeleine Henry

To Have and to Hoax by Martha Waters

It’s in his kiss by Julia Quinn #7

Strike me down by Mindy Meija (audio)

To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf (audio)

A Desolation Called Peace by Martine Arkady

Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro

The Summer Book by Tove Jansson

One Night Two Souls Went Walking by Ellen Cooney

The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali

Bay Area Book Festival

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Episode 63 April 15 2021

On the Needles 1:30 All the B's by KnitJoyz, Enchanted Knoll Farm Superwash Sock in Genmaicha -- DONE!

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

Golden Poppy by Noriko Ho, The Black Squirrel Wesley Merino Sock in June Gloom and Sea Forager

On the Easel 12:10 I’ve got a newsletter/home page!

Acrylic & oil painting experiments

Reclaiming canvas & wood panels

On the Table 22:48 lemon potatoes – smitten kitchen

Ricotta fest:

  • White pizza kale from simply julia
  • Fish cakes from simply julia
  • Espresso chocolate chip cake from snacking cakes

Cookie-Oreo-Brownie thing requested by teens

Pizza Beans from Smitten Kitchen

Green Pea Risotto from SF Chronicle

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The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey

The Survivors by Jane Harper

An Elderly Lady is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten translated by Marlaine Delargy

Trick of the Light by Louise Penny (audio) #7

A Beastly Kind of Earl by Mia Vincy

When He was Wicked by Julia Quinn

Beneath the Keep by Erika Johansen

Mean by Myriam Gupna

Caste: the Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

Girl Woman Other by Bernardine Evaristo

Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson

Hurricane Season by Fernanda Melchor

I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith

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Episode 62

April 2 2021

On the Needles 2:36 UNLESS NOTED, ALL ON THE NEEDLES LINKS ARE RAVELRY LINKS

Ebil Choices by Sabrina Nesslinger, Sanguine Gryphon Skinny Bugga in Blue Emperor Dragonfly (2010)- DONE!! Finished 32/50

Sian (shan) by Elizabeth Doherty, Three Irish Girls Springvale DK in Gatsby and Art Deco (june 2010)-- DONE!!

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

On the SEWING needles:

Japanese knot bag, pattern from DoubleSewing on Etsy

On the Easel 18:28 Gouache grid update: CHAIRS!

Monica’s Sock Madness logo!

IG LIVE with @heyhooray Neon-themed

Abstract lilies

I’ve got a newsletter/home page!

On the Table 24:09 East by Meera Sodha

Some good recipes from The Lost Kitchen by Erin French

Graham Cracker Pie

Seared Sea Scallops

Pommes Anna from One Potato, Two Potato by Roy Finamore and Molly Stevens

Jamaican Beef Patties—love the allspice & white vinegar in the dough!

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Queens of the Conquest by Allison Weir

A Brutal Telling by Louise Penny (audio)

Bury Your Dead by Louise Penny (audio)

To Sir Phillip, With Love by Julia Quinn

Southland by Nina Revoyr

Alta’s California book club

Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan

The Wives of Los Alamos by TaraShea Nesbit

Love Walked In by Marisa de los Santos

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Episode 61

March 18, 2021

On the Needles 1:42 UNLESS NOTED, ALL ON THE NEEDLES LINKS ARE RAVELRY LINKS

Sock madness

Senbonzakura by NATALIA VASILIEVA, Yarn Love Juliet in Fable-- DONE!!

Sian (shan) by Elizabeth Doherty, Three Irish Girls Springvale DK in Gatsby and Art Deco (june 2010)

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

On the SEWING needles:

A quilt/comforter!

New foam in the living room chairs.

On the Easel 14:24 Sktchy 30 Faces 30 Days class

Auction pair of jungle fauna

Abstract explorations

On the Table 17:40 Mushroom polenta pie it looks like the sun

Pi day

St patricks day

East review next time Meera Sodha

on the fly 22:10 Julia Turshen in conversation with Deb Perelman

Oven Roasted Peruvian Chicken

Fried Rice

Chicken Pot Pi (for Pi Day) from Barefoot Contessa

Mac & Cheese with (almost) Buffalo Chicken (needed WAY more hot sauce because I was timid).

New cocktail! We’re calling it The Franciscan.

I part Orange Curacao, 1 part Gin, splash of ginger allspice simple syrup*, garnish with cara cara orange.

*Ginger Allspice Simple Syrup: 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon allspice berries, 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped. Combine in saucepan & bring to boil. Cook till sugar is melted. Remove from heat & let steep for 30-60 minutes. Strain into a jar, cover & refrigerate.

Sheet Pan Suppers review 28:11 Our favorites: Coconut Shrimp w/Spicy Orange Dipping Sauce, Pear & Almond Oven Oatmeal, Pesto Chicken Turnovers, White Chocolate Scones.

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White Hot by Ilona Andrews

Spellbreaker by charlie n homberg

A Rule Against Murder By Louise Penny(audio)

Spoiler Alert by Olivia Dade

Perestroika in Paris by Jane Smiley

Romancing Mr Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole

Snow by John Banville

Beheld by TaraShea Nesbit

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner

Asymmetry by Lisa Halliday

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Episode 60 March 4, 2021

On the Needles 1:13 UNLESS NOTED, ALL ON THE NEEDLES LINKS ARE RAVELRY LINKS

52 Weeks of Socks by Laine Publishing (not a Ravelry link)

Sock Madness

Sian by Elizabeth Doherty, Three Irish Girls Springvale DK in Gatsby and Art Deco (june 2010)

Snap by Tin Can Knits, blu/greens-- DONE!

On the Easel 14:02 Sktchy 30 Faces 30 Days class

Mushroom Gouache Grid with @heyhooray

Abstract explorations

On the Table 21:46 Green sauce (long article, scroll down to get to the recipe)

Miso broccoli and potato casserole with crunchy quinoa

Tres Leches (Milk Cake) Recipe

Sheet Pan Suppers, full review coming soon!

Chicken Gyros—repeat crowd pleaser.

Milk Bar Cookies, delivered!!

Limon Restaurant inspired Peruvian roasted chicken

On the Nightstand 37:12 Tender is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald

A Fatal Grace by Louise Penny (audio)

The Cruelest Month by Louise Penny (audio)

A Wicked Kind of Husband by Mia Vincy

Across the Green Grass Fields by Seanan McGuire

In the Great Green Room by Amy Gary

America is not the Heart by Elaine Castillo

Tinkers by Paul Harding

The Searcher by Tana French

We Run the Tides by Vendela Vida

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot

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Episode 59 February 18, 2021

On the Needles 1:10

The Throwover by Andrea Mowry-- madelinetosh vintage in Copper Pink, Danger Will Robinson, Farmhouse White and Nocturne (December 2018) (aug 2018/march 2020)-- DONE!!

Wayward Socks by Cookie A., Alisha Goes Around Richness of Martens Fingering in Genevieve (MCS) Feb 2012 (stopped b/c SM?)-- DONE!

Sock madness

Snap by Tin Can Knits, blues-- DONE! And different blues

Sian by Elizabeth Doherty, Three Irish Girls Springvale DK in Gatsby and Art Deco

Cloudbreak by Melanie Berg (this one is NOT a Ravelry link!)

On the Easel 13:45 Limn + Latitude interviewed a listener. (Thanks Tori!)

Chatting about my detour into abstraction.

Linden Sweatshirt from Grainline Studio.

Ponte pants with Simplicity Pattern 9017.

On the Table 27:22 Quinoa!

  • Quinoa and bean salad from Rancho Gordo Vegetarian
  • Chipotle Griddled chicken salad with chorizo & quinoa from Bird in the Hand by Diana Henry (sort of): chipotle, romaine not spinach or arugula, leftover veggie sausage

Hazelnut gato with nutella whipped cream from Simple Cake by Odette Williams

Chocolate almond olive oil cake with raspberries

Cocoa yogurt cake with berry glaze

Yossy Arefi blog

Buffalo Chicken ring with homemade crescent dough.

Smitten Kitchen Ultimate Banana Bread.

PSA: parchment paper is not waxed paper.

On the Nightstand 41:25 Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, Geoffrey Trousselot (Translator)

Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson

The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins (audio)

Still Life by Louise Penny (audio)

The Guest List by Lucy Foley

Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews

This Time Next Year by Sophie Cousens

The Last Equation of Isaac Severy by Nova Jacobs

Outlawed by Anna North

The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah

The Removed by Brandon Hobson

The Walking People by Mary Beth Keane

This is Happiness by Niall Williams

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Episode 58 February 4, 2021

On the Needles 1:41 Newton by Cookie A., Indigodragonfly MerGoat Sock in E Pluribus Nom Nom Nom (out of many jars, one Cookie)-- started july 2013-- DONE!!

Wayward Socks by Cookie A., Alisha Goes Around Richness of Martens Fingering in Genevieve (MCS) Feb 2012

Snap by Tin Can Knits, Forbidden Fiber leftovers from white elephant mkal and ???, also in pinks and greens, also beige/blue/grey-- DONE!!

The Throwover by Andrea Mowry-- madelinetosh vintage in Copper Pink, Danger Will Robinson, Farmhouse White and Nocturne

On the Easel 13:47 Limn + Latitude thoughts

100 Day Project: Illustrated Storytelling, check my 100 Day highlight for more snippets.

On the Table 24:25 Buckwheat finale

  • Crepes
  • Buckwheat-banana cake from Snacking Cakes by Yossy Arefi

Swiss Chard and Quinoa Gratin

Black Chana Masala {Black Chickpea Curry}

Citrus on the side

Turkey Stroganoff, adapted from this recipe. I used ground turkey, and subbed mini gnocchi instead of egg noodles.

Raspberry Rye Cookies (sifted out the rasp. seeds!!) from 100 Cookies

Mushroom Polenta Pot Pie second attempt!

Resurrected Sadie, the sourdough mother.

On the Nightstand 39:00 Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey (audio)

Ballad of the Whiskey Robber by Julian Rubenstein (audio)

Beauty of humanity movement by Camilla Gibb (audio)

The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

The Viscount Who Loved Me and An Offer from a Gentleman by Julia Quinn

How to Catch a Queen by Alyssa Cole

Anxious People by Fredrick Backman

Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah

The Patron Saint of Pregnant Girls by Ursula Hegi

Celestial Bodies by Jokha Alharthi

How to be an Artist by Jerry Saltz

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Episode 57 January 22, 2021

On the Needles 2:40 White elephant mkal by Afifa, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in all the colors-- DONE!!

Hearthstone pullover by Ysolda Teague, Neighborhood Fiber Co DK in Fair Fight--DONE!!

Newton by Cookie A., Indigodragonfly MerGoat Sock in E Pluribus Nom Nom Nom (out of many jars, one Cookie)-- started july 2013

Snap by Tin Can Knits, Forbidden Fiber leftovers from white elephant mkal and ???

On the Easel 16:59 Dry media experiments

Drawing on location

Limn + Latitude thoughts

On the Table 26:28 Buckwheat!

  • Kasha with mushrooms (how to cook everything by Mark Bittman)
  • Kasha kalifyor from Short Stack Cauliflower
  • Buckwheat crepes (how to cook everything by Mark Bittman)

veggie/gf salisbury steak

  • Yarn harlot to rabbit & wolves to Cookie & Kate

Parmesan herb turkey burgers into meatballs

Olive Oil Sugar Cookies with Blood Orange glaze

Raspberry Almond Buttermilk Scones (with oats).

Pickled Beets with other great pickling ideas from Crowded Kitchen

Mushroom Polenta “Pot Pie” in parts, from SF Chronicle

Brownie Cookies from 100 Cookies

Goose Feet Cookies (Russian)

And the fancy liquid smoke search result I got while on-air!

On the Nightstand 51:54 On the horizon: books in translation

Over the Woodward Wall by A. Deborah Baker

The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley

The Bride Test by Helen Hoang

Butter Honey pig bread by Francesca Ekwuyasi

Optimist’s Daughter by Eudora Welty

Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

The Illness Lesson by Clare Beams

Tin Man by Sarah Winman

Red at the Bone by Jaqueline Woodson

Gingerbread by Helen Oyeyemi

Lights All Night Long by Lydia Fitzpatrick

The Girls Guide to Hunting & Fishing by Melissa Bank

Breath by James Nestor

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Episode 56 January 7 2021

On the Needles 2:11 17,379 yards in 40 projects

ADVENTure Gnome by Sarah Schira, yarn from the Loopy Ewe Christmas kit-- DONE!

More gnomes! Gnome pun intended and Nice to Gnome you by Sarah Schira-- DONE!

An Accidental Cowl 2: Worsted and Chunky by Julie Mellor, Yarn Love Charlotte Bronte Aran in Foliage --DONE!!

Continuous by Kelly White, Knit Picks City Tweed HW in Brocade--DONE!

White elephant mkal by Afifa, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in all the colors

On the Easel 11:26 2021 Calendars SOLD OUT!

Limn + Latitude, eager to finish Japan and work towards Russia.

exploring dry media & possible 100 Day Project.

working on Make Nine grid.

https://oaktownspiceshop.com/collections/tonic-kits

On the Table 17:27

half/double corn pudding

No cheese for potato gratin

Artichoke Sauce from Dinner: A Love Story

Cauliflower bake from Amy Chaplin (ok, not exactly it, but same idea)

garlic butter roasted mushrooms Smitten Kitchen

homemade irish cream Smitten Kitchen

Folamis BBQ tofu from NYTimes

Ground turkey Enchiladas with black beans, cabbage, and Red enchilada sauce.

Meghan's Cookies: Brown Butter + Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

Jam Thumbprints

Recommending: Eastern Standard Provisions for pretzels!

On the Nightstand 35:06 The City we became by N.K. Jemisin

Empire of Gold by S.A. Chakraborty (audio)

Goodnight Beautiful by Aimee Malloy (audio) sam & annie

Ask Again Yes by Mary Beth Keane (audio)

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Wild Winter Swan by Gregory maguire Laura

Midnight Library by Matt Haig TW Nora

Girl, Serpent, Thorn by Melissa Bashardoust

Crazy Stupid Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams alexis and noah

Duchess War by Courtney Milan Minerva and Robert

Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab

Deadly Education by Naomi Novik

The Searcher by Tana French Cal

Eat a Peach by David Chang

The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins

The Impossible Girl by Lydia Kang

City of Thieves by David Benioff

The Silent Companions by Laura Purcell

Little Weirds by Jenny Slate

On the Horizon 59:55 Knit goals:

WIP under control

Charity

gifts

Easel goals:

more Limn + Latitude, more dry media experiments

Table goals:

Explore grains

simplify

let Limn + Latitude shape the table sometimes.

Try other markets! Like New Europa Russian Market.

Make mustard

Nightstand goals:

More thoughtful?

Reading challenge -- bloom? adventuresofaspoonlesszebra?

Good pace, and more Limn + latitude books.

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Episode 55 December 10, 2020

On the Needles 3:05 Vanilla Latte Socks by Virginia Rose-Jeanes, The Sanguine Gryphon Eidos in A letter concerning toleration--DONE!

Maize mitts by Tin Can Knits, Olann Donegal DK in temptress--DONE!

Cloudstrike cowl by Kino Knits, Punta Yarns Merisoft Aran in HP72--DONE!

Atlantica by Audrey Borrego (pom pom #34) biches & buches petit lambswool in light grey and dark violet blue, Three Irish Girls kells sport in Canyon

ADVENTure Gnome by Sarah Schira, yarn from the Loopy Ewe Christmas kit

White elephant mkal by Afifa, Forbidden Fiber Fortitude in all the colors

On the Easel 17:28 Birds in December with @Blueshineart

2021 Calendar project! See my IG highlight

Advent Book in a Traveler’s Notebook

On the Table 24:34 cranberry pie with thick pecan crumble from Smitten Kitchen

Pan banging Snickerdoodles from 100 Cookies

Turkey-Lentil Chili Recipe

Roasted Red Kuri Squash with Tahini Greens & Almonds from Heartbeet Kitchen

Roasted parsnips with onion sauce from Vegetable Kingdom

Creamy grits with tomato gravy and sunchoke puree from Vegetable Kingdom

Breaded Chicken Assembly line (I used mustard in the egg wash, parmesan in the flour layer, and extra parsley, panko and Italian breadcrumbs for the crust).

Pyrex casualty, and this excellent warning from Cook’s Illustrated

On the Nightstand 39:33 American Spy by Lauren Wilkinson

Or What You Will by Jo Walton

Kingdom of Copper by S. A. Chakraborty (audio)

Empire of gold by S. A. Chakraborty (audio)

Shadow & Bone by Leigh Bardugo

The City we became by N.K. Jemisin

The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi

Burn the Place, a memoir by Iliana Regan

The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow

The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue

Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Kean (narrated by Molly Pope!!)

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Episode 54 November 27 2020

On the Needles 1:46 Color Love Shawl by Veera Välimäki in Malabrigo Arroyo, Madeline Tosh Oeste, and Jo Sharp Pond #44.

Next up: Boho Style Mosaic Cardigan by Irene Lin

Celtic Cardigan by Asita Krebs, Blue Brick Killarney Sock in electric avenue (sweater set)-- DONE!!

Simple baby hats in Yarn Loving Lady DK in Grandma’s Christmas Candy-- DONE!! (mostly)

Vanilla Latte Socks by Virginia Rose-Jeanes, The Sanguine Gryphon Eidos in A letter concerning toleration

Atlantica by Audrey Borrego (pom pom #34) biches & buches petit lambswool in light grey and dark violet blue

On the Easel 17:31 Gouachevember, with prompts from @heyhooraydesign.

2021 Calendar project!

On the Table 22:51 sweet potatoes with pecans and goat cheese

easy vegan gravy

Vegan Gluten-Free Stuffing with Mushrooms and Pears

Turkey-Lentil Chili from Allrecipes.com

Salmon with Kalamata & Parsley butter

On the Nightstand 38:27 The Unlikely Escape of Uriah Heep by HJ Parry (Charley and Rob)

Language of Secrets by Ausma Zhenat Khan (audio) (esa and rachel)

Just Us by Claudia Rakine

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

Beauty and the Mustache by Penny Reid (Ashley and Drew)

You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria (jasmine & ashton)

Majesty by Katharine McGee (beatrice, samantha, jefferson

Secrets and Lies by Selena Montgomery (Katelyn & Sebastian)

People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks

The Red Lotus by Chris Bohjalian

The Invisible Life of Addie La Rue by V.E. Schwab

Under the Tree 1:05:57

Craft-related:

Scarf cuff https://birdieparker.com/

Kits-- lady dye yarns

Market baskets, if in SF, try Papenhausen Hardware or Glen Canyon Market.

Seed packets, bulbs: try Floret or Hudson Valley Seed Co.

Pencil sets from CW Pencil Enterprise or Carbon Crusader for custom pencils.

Fancy detergent for handmades from Tangent GC available on Eileen Fisher.

Kunst + Papier sketchbooks.

Embroidery kits by Sarah K. Benning.

Table-related:

Rancho Gordo Beans

Omnivore Book Club

Diaspora Spice Co.

Litchfield Distillery Maple Syrup

Cutting boards like these or these

Swedish dishcloths

Book-related:

iphone book case

iphone fav book case

https://libro.fm/gift/?cmp=mmd18

https://modernmrsdarcy.com/bookmark-round-up/

Book tote like this one or this Bibliophile one!

Book journal/planner

Check out the new releases from Omnivore Books. And Chronicle Books.

Chronicle has a Moby Dick pop-up book! https://www.chroniclebooks.com/collections/fiction/products/moby-dick

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Episode 53 November 14, 2020

On the Needles 1:24 Color Love Shawl by Veera Välimäki in Malabrigo Arroyo, Madeline Tosh Oeste, and Jo Sharp Pond #44.

Celtic Cardigan by Asita Krebs, Blue Brick Killarney Sock in electric avenue (sweater set)

Barley hat by tincanknits, cascade 220 in primavera -- DONE!

On the Easel 10:05 Cardigan in test wool jersey. Pattern from 1978!

Gouachevember, with prompts from @heyhooraydesign.

2021 Calendar project instead of a chapbook.

On the Table 19:55 tangy braised chickpeas

  • Brisket like
  • Carrots tomato paste portobello vinegar

Acorn squash and broccoli rabe salad from Dinner Changing the Game

  • Pecans cranberries ricotta salata

Sour cream and Apple Bundt Cake though my glaze was maple syrup flavored

Creamy Garlic Chicken from Salt & Lavender

Chicken Pot Pie with Parsley Biscuits from Ina Garten

100 Cookies review Peanut Butter Cookies with Choc chips—awesome and HUGE.

Pan-banged Snickerdoodles—made slightly smaller, and still enormous.

Blondies—very buttery, like Toffee Bars. Crowd-pleaser.

Oatmeal Cookies without raisins—slightly too big, a bit sweet. Add more oats next time.

Lemon Oat Bars—fabulous, and add more lemon next time.

Neapolitan/Cosmopolitan Cookies—try with regular cocoa next time. No dye needed (Monica says, yes dye needed :)

Palmiers—used store-bought. Slice thinner next time.

Sables—simple & excellent.

S’mores Cookies without marshmallow—love the graham crumb!

Brown Sugar Cookies—simple flavor.

Banana poppy seed-- great banana flavor, simple cookie

Pumpkin cheesecake-- tasty but not solid enough

Peanut butter-- non-panbanging, delicious

Smoked butterscotch-- grown-up treat

Espresso caramel blondies-- so so good

Rocky road cookies-- giant and amazing

On the Nightstand 50:49

Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell

Long way down by Jason Reynolds

Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo

Tower of Nero by Rick Riordan

Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab

Afterlife by Julia Alverez

Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse

What Should be Wild by Julia Fine

The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa

The Bookmakers

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Episode 52 October 29 2020

On the Needles 1:43 West Wing, season 1, episode 9.

Color Love Shawl by Veera Välimäki in Malabrigo Arroyo, Madeline Tosh Oeste, and Jo Sharp Pond #44

Celtic Cardigan by Asita Krebs, Blue Brick Killarney Sock in electric avenue (sweater set)

Atlantica by Audrey Borrego (pom pom #34) biches & buches petit lambswool in light grey and dark violet blue

Barley hat by tincanknits, cascade 220 in primavera

On the Easel 18:47 Fern Top by Pattern Scout, finished!

Sewing journal, printable sewing planner inserts.

Prepping for Gouachevember, and looking forward to prompts from @heyhooray.

Sketching for my 2020 Holiday Chapbook. I’ll share progress in my stories & make a highlight.

Indian Embroidery: Talismans with Shahnaz Khan via Tatter.

On the Table 32:50 lemon ricotta pasta

A taste of autumn with shredded tofu

Fennel, white beans and potato soup from RG veg kitchen

Wiener Schnitzel from Mad Hungry

Cauliflower with Pancetta, Olives & Parm—add herbs!! And pre-render the pancetta.

On the Nightstand 42:14 Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

Sex and Vanity by Kevin Kwan

All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr (audio)

Island of a Thousand Mirrors by Nyomi Munaweera

Ruin of Kings by Jenn Lyons

Lost and Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs

Mr. Penumbra’s 24 hour bookstore by Robin Sloan(audio)

Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi

Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman

What Should be Wild by Julia Fine

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Episode 51 October 15 2020

Special thanks to Kelly C. for her guest appearance while I was AGAIN with family.

On the Needles 1:45 Color Love Shawl by Veera Välimäki in Malabrigo Arroyo, Madeline Tosh Oeste, and Jo Sharp Pond #44.

Fern Top by Pattern Scout, muslin thus far.

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice--DONE!!

Rikke hat by Sarah Young, Forbidden Fiber Pride DK (sparkles) in WW1984--DONE!!

Hatdana by Denise Bayron, Three Irish Girls Felicity in Cherry Ginger Ale -- DONE!!

Sunnyside cardigan by Tanis Lavallee, Travelling Rhinos superwash sock in Deep Sea-- knitting done

Celtic Cardigan by Asita Krebs, Blue Brick Killarney Sock in electric avenue (sweater set)

On the Easel 22:07 Color Love Shawl by Veera Välimäki in Malabrigo Arroyo, Madeline Tosh Oeste, and Jo Sharp Pond #44.

Fern Top by Pattern Scout, muslin thus far.

On the Table 26:50 vegetarian stuffed acorn squash

Pasta with salami and mint (Melissa Clark's Kitchen)

Tofu spaetzle and Marmalade meatballs from melissa clark dinner changing the game

Instant pot baked beans

Banana Poppy Seed cookies from 100 cookies by Sarah Kieffer (Bake-a-long in progress!)

DIY Oktoberfest here

Pork Schnitzel with Mustard Cream Sauce

Braised Purple Cabbage with Apples

Mentioned the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar

On the Nightstand 38:21 Spoonbenders by Daryl Gregory (audio)

Vita Nostra by Marina Dyachenko, Sergey Dyachenko, Julia Meitov Hersey (Translator)

Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

When One is Looking by Alyssa Cole

How Much of these Hills is Gold by C Pam Zhang (audio)

Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney

American Royals by Katharine McGee

The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel

Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi

On Reflection 56:28

25 hats

8 socks/2 slippers

6 cowls/shawls

5 me sweaters/2 baby

3 gnomes

Dissent cardigan

Used lots of my Stitches yarn

Cortney’s grid project

Rainbow trout and headphones for podcast illustration favs

Toffee bars!

Beans!

Instant pot!

Whipped coffee

Strawberry summer cake

Microwave popcorn

109 books read

Mirror and the light by Hillary Mantel

In the past year, I have painted approx. 215 illustrations, paintings, etc. I’ve attempted about 100 new recipes. And I’ve read about 55 books.

My favorite of Monica’s knitting: Tewhenua Shawl, Dissent Cardi process, Brickyard Sweater, and my Murnong hat.

I liked the podcast illustration of the Sourdough Mother in a Weck jar, and all the things I painted for last year’s Gouachevember.

My family’s favorite recipe from the past year: Chicken Gyros, Toffee Bars. And I’m happy to have attempted Empanadas and potstickers from scratch!

My two favorite books from the past year include: Life of Pi by Yann Martel and The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes.

Thanks for listening!

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Episode 50 October 2 2020

On the Needles 1:39 Toe up socks,OMG heel by Megan Williams Must Stash Yarns Perfect Sock Self Striping in Hook (summer concert tour)-- DONE!

Te Whēnua by Francoise Danoy (aroha knits), Lady Dye Yarns Superwash fingering in ??-- DONE!!

Rikke hat by Sarah Young, Forbidden Fiber Pride DK (sparkles) in WW1984

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice

On the Easel OMG! Nothing! Sorry back to work and not crafting at all!

On the Table 12:44 Sizzling Beef Bulgogi Tacos | Smitten Kitchen Everyday

Pork Schnitzel | Milk Street Tuesday Nights

Cacio e Pepe | Milk Street Tuesday Nights

Turkey burgers from Milk Street Tuesday Nights

Eat your books

Cookbook roulette: kale and sausage saute

Asian Grilled Salmon Recipe | Ina Garten

Black beans: with avocado & spinach from Start Simple, then tacos

Toffee bars

On the Nightstand 27:22 Dutch House by Ann Patchet

City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson (audio)

House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune

Renia’s Diary (library is open! Actual book!) by Renia Spiegel

Mind & Matter by John Urschel and Louisa Thomas

Library of the Unwritten by A.J. Hackwith (Claire)

A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine

Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue

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Episode 49 Sept 17 2020

Special thanks to Kelly C. for her guest appearance while I was with family.

On the Needles 4:09 Abington Hat by Jennifer Lassonde, Olann Hand Dyed in Ireland Donegal DK in Temptress-- DONE!

Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure, KnitCircus Opulence in badger tracks stripes-- DONE!

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice

Te Whēnua by Francoise Danoy (aroha knits), Lady Dye Yarns Superwash fingering in ??

Toe up socks, Must Stash Yarns Perfect Sock Self Striping in Hook (summer concert tour)

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

On the Easel 13:29 Limn + Latitude : Japan!

Connecticut sketchbook

On the Table 18:23 Foodstyling 101 with Pineapple Collaborative

Beans!

  • Garbanzo beans in the Instant Pot
    • broccoli chickpea & avocado pita sandwiches
  • White beans on stove
    • Tomato, wild rice and bean salad (rancho gordo salad)
    • shrimp/white bean tacos

Strawberry cake from Smitten Kitchen-- didnt use almond flour

https://tasty.co/recipe/macarons

Broma Bakery for rabbit hole of macarons and other baked goods

Mississippi mud pie this is not exactly what my friend makes, but pretty darn close

Toffee poke cake

Apple fritters from Iambaker.net

Claryssa’s Zucchini Bread with Walnuts

Morgann’s Stuffed Mushroom Caps:

Bulk sausage, cheddar, fresh parsley, garlic powder, onion powder. Press into mushroom caps, and bake at 350F for 25 minutes.

This version looks great for vegetarians!

On the Nightstand 41:15 Tall History of Sugar by Curdella Forbes

The Dutch House by Ann Patchett (audio)

Recipe for Persuasion by Sonali Dev

If I had your Face by Frances Cha

Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson

Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel (audio)

Turning Darkness into Light by Marie Brennan

Life of Pi by Yann Martel

Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy

The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, mentioned & currently reading

Devotion, a memoir by Dani Shapiro, mentioned & currently reading

Bingo 1:01:45 Vacation cooking: apple fritters

Vacation sketching: CT sketchbook

Did not achieve a BINGO blackout—missed the “Kitchen Dance Party”

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Episode 48 September 4, 2020

On the Needles 2:28 Lambtown classes

  • Textile Traditions of Peru - Abby Franquemont
  • Dyeing with Lichens- Judith MacKenzie

July Hat by Courtney Kelley, cascade 220 in silver grey-- DONE!

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice

Te Whēnua by Francoise Danoy (aroha knits), Lady Dye Yarns Superwash fingering in ??

Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure, KnitCircus Opulence in badger tracks stripes

Abington Hat by Jennifer Lassonde, Olann Hand Dyed in Ireland Donegal DK in Temptress

On the Worktable 15:52 Macrame plant holders

Wall hanging

Crochet top

On the Table 23:51 Food styling class with Pineapple Collaborative & Elle Symone Scott

Salmon salad from DInner: a Love Story

Disney World Recipes You MUST Try -- Dole Whip

Squash sandwiches from Vegetable Kingdom-- made broccoli-dill spread, pickled peppers

Instant pot sweet potato tortilla soup from Pinch of Yum

More beans!-- sheet pan nachos

Eating with the Seasons

https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/spanish-green-beans

Julia Child & Jacque Pepin green beans

chopped salad with feta, lime and mint from Smitten Kitchen

NYT Carrot Tart with Ricotta and Feta

The Bob’s Burgers Burger Book by Loren Bouchard and the Writers of Bob’s Burgers

On the Nightstand 42:00 Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer

Darwin Affair by Tim Mason

Magic for Liars by Sarah Gailey

The Heir Affair by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan

Dear Girls by Ali Wong

The Tattoo Artist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

Notes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi

I Know Why a Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou

In Her Studio Spaces and Stories of Creative Women Volume 2 Issue 4 inherstudiomagazine.com

Bingo We have a winner! Listen to the episode to find out if it’s you!

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Episode 47 August 20, 2020

On the Needles 2:25 Downpour Socks by Susie White, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential Gripes in What’s New Pussycat? (yarn Aug 2016, started sept 2017)-- DONE!!

Nice to Gnome You by Sarah Schira, leftover Lady Dye Yarns in Study in Pink & Grey, 3IG Adorn in Bayside-- DONE!!

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice

Te Whēnua by Francoise Danoy (aroha knits), Lady Dye Yarns Superwash fingering in ??

Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure, KnitCircus Opulence in badger tracks stripes

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

On the Easel 12:23 Limn + Latitude : Japan!

Gouache zine, in progress. I think I’m titling it “Squash Paint.”

On the Table 20:47

Bean odyssey

Start Simple by Lukas Volger

  • Beans and greens soup
  • Silken tofu and tomatoes
  • Pineapple-sriracha tofu
  • Black bean tostada with greens
  • Omelette with tahini, pickled onions

Panda Express copycat Beef Broccoli

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

On the Nightstand 40:50 Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia (aug 8)

Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall (aug 9) Luc & Oliver

Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

Lovely War by Julie Berry

His Bloody Project by Graeme Macrae Burnet

Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell (audio)

The Disappearing Spoon by Sam Kean

Untamed by Glennon Doyle

Bingo 1:02:47 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

New technique: cocoa stencil

Display something I made: son’s commission.

Restaurant recipe: Beef Broccoli

New Technique: baking soda as meat tenderizer

Cold recipe: Iced Matcha Latte

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Episode 46 August 6 2020

On the Needles 5:03 Criterion Cowl by Casapinka, Lady Dye Yarns (Big Minis): Color A: Mrs. Hudson (lt. pink), Color B: Moriarty (grey), Color C: Irene Adler (hot pink)-- DONE!!

Sunnyside by Tanis Lavallee, Three Irish Girls Springvale Sock in Freya-- DONE!

The Sharon Show by Casapinka, A Hundred Ravens Iachos in Bad Wolf (pink), Forbidden Fiber Co. Superstition in Wedding Dress, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Deep Blue Sea, Yarntini Sock in Ginger Ice

Downpour Socks by Susie White, Lollipop Yarn Quintessential Gripes in What’s New Pussycat? (yarn Aug 2016, started sept 2017)

Nice to Gnome You by Sarah Schira, leftover Lady Dye Yarns in Study in Pink & Grey, Three Irish Girls Adorn in Bayside

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

On the Easel 16:11 My kid made a bed! We found the pattern at Ana-White.com

Limn + Latitude : Japan!

Make Art Where You Are by Courtney Cerruti via CreativeBug.com

Illustrated Journaling: 14 Days of Prompts by Dylan Mierzwinski on Skillshare.com

Gouache zine, in progress. I think I’m titling it “Squash Paint.”

On the Table 27:26 Mexican coffee ice cream pie

toffee bars (yes again!)

Rancho Gordo Beans

Plum Crisp (too tart!) from MSL.

Apple Crisp (too sweet!) from The Chunky Chef.

Maple Salmon from allrecipes.com

Vegetable Kingdom Cookbook Review (34:10) I purchased from Omnivore here in SF.

Playlist on spotify

  • Dry yardlong beans
  • Carmelized leek & mushroom toast
  • Dill-pickled fennel
  • Sweet potato po’boys
  • Dirty Cauliflower
  • Chickpea, fennel & potatoes
  • Haricots verts & mushroom stew
  • Oven-roasted zucchini with collard-peanut pesto
  • Broccoli & dill sandwich spread
  • Still to make: warm beluga lentils, all the charred scallions, charred cauliflower with tahini sauce, big beans & broccoli rabe sandwich, scallion-teff biscuits with mushroom gravy

On the Nightstand 53:38 Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi

Breaking Dawn by Stephanie Meyer

Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

The Beauty in Breaking by Michele Harper

Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi

The 57 Bus by Dashka Slater

The Guest List by Lucy Foley

Bingo 1:11:13 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

Vacation reading: party of two to Hawaii

Three recipes from same book: Vegetable Kingdom

Into the Mail: family-friend Quilt, and hand-painted grad card.

3+ recipes from the same cookbook: Vegetable Kindgom AND Atsuko’s Japanese Kitchen.

Farmer’s market: too tart plum crisp

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Episode 45 July 23 2020

On the Needles 2:29 Bay area fiber fair

4 Day KAL

Soundtrack Pullover by Marie Greene, Neighborhood Fiber Co.: studio DK in Ward Circle (blue) and Broadway Market (grey)-- DONE!!

EmPower People cowl by Casapinka, Mouse House Fiber Co Storr in moxie-- DONE!

Criterion Cowl by Casapinka, Lady Dye Yarns (Big Minis): Color A: Mrs. Hudson (lt. pink), Color B: Moriarty (grey), Color C: Irene Adler (hot pink)

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

JAPANESE YARN

Hamanaka Check out their Bonny fluorescents!

Ito. Incredible color palette.

Avril. I’m enthralled with the fuwa fuwa tail yarn.

Habu Textiles. Lots of plant fiber yarns.

Noro Yarn. Has super-colorful yarn & on-line magazine.

Daruma. Wide variety, and I loved the Genmou line.

On the Easel 15:41 Limn + Latitude : Japan!

Nearly finished with my 100 Day Project.

Ordered patterns from Hotpatterns.com

Making a Gouache Zine. And a Creativity Deck.

On the Table 25:51 Boys:

  • Easy Pan Steaks By Ayesha Curry
  • Camembert Pasta from Jamie Oliver
  • Grilled Cheese from Sheet Pan Suppers by Molly Gilbert and Tomato Soup from How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman

French onion frittata (here is an omelet version, I dont think it’s the one I originally was inspired by, but it’s close)

Toffee Bars, take 2. This is the perfect reproduction; we just mix in choc chips, no nuts. Easy!

Spaghetti Carbonara

Plum compote is in the works!

On the Nightstand 40:28 Party of Two by Jasmine Guillory Olivia & Max

Two Janes by Louisa Luna

New Moon and Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Starr

The Deep by Rivers Solomon

Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel

The Water Dancer by Ta’Nehisi Coates

Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Bingo 1:02:53 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

Double batch

Finished a work-in-progress: family-friend Quilt!

Wrote a gratitude list.

Read The Water Dancer on Monica’s recommendation.

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Episode 44 July 10 2020

On the Needles 2:37 Patterns still link to Ravelry so please be careful!

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)-- DONE!!

Criterion Cowl by Casapinka, Lady Dye Yarns (Big Minis): Color A: Mrs. Hudson (lt. pink), Color B: Moriarty (grey), Color C: Irene Adler (hot pink)

Bautista by Celia McAdam Cahill, YakLux by Invictus Yarns 2020 NoCKRs colorway

4 Day KAL! Soundtrack Pullover by Marie Greene, Neighborhood Fiber Co.: studio DK in Ward Circle (blue) and Broadway Market (grey)

On the Easel 12:56 Limn + Latitude is coming back, and I’m headed* to…Japan!

(*not really, just in spirit, art, literature, & cuisine).

New website in process.

On the Table 20:44 Upcoming: cooking from Vegetable Kingdom by Bryant Terry

Boys

  • Curry biryani from Jamie’s Food Revolution by Jamie Oliver

  • Beef & broccoli from How to Cook without a Book by Pam Anderson

  • Sausage carbonara from 5 Ingredients by Jamie Oliver
  • Chorizo quesadillas from The Dinner Plan by Brennan & Campion

Wingaersheek lunch for the 4th of July

Strawberry ice cream from How to Cook Everything

Toffee Bars, take 1 & take 2. Take 2 is the perfect reproduction; we just mix in choc chips, no nuts. Easy!

Pork Gyozas from Just one cookbook.com

Falafel fail. (Note to self: LISTEN when everyone tells you to start with dried beans).

Pickled red onions on everything.

HIGHLY recommend: local salsa! By Joy & Kelly. The most delicious, flavorful slurry of goodness

On the Nightstand 42:14 My Antonia by Willa Cather

Notes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi, Joshua David Stein

The River by Peter Heller

The Immortals of Tehran by Ali Araghi

Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

The Memory Police by Yoko Ogama

My Ex-Life by Stephen McCauley

Bingo 1:07:16 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

Monica

  • Heirloom: Wingaersheek 4th lunch
  • Farmers market: kohlrabi

Cortney

  • Heirloom recipe with Toffee Bar success!
  • Book Set in a Foreign Place (several)
  • New-to-me Periodical/Magazines: Kokeshi Trends, Tokyo Weekender, Breathe, Stanger’s Guide, Traveler’s Times.
  • New project: Appa on canvas for my kid

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June 25 2020

On the Needles 2:45 Note: my pattern links go to Ravelry. I’ve switched back to Classic View but not sure that will hold on your device. Please be careful if you are having problems with the new format!

Everyday Lined Hat by Denise Bayron, cascade 220 in blaze -- DONE!

All the baby hats

4 Day KAL (this is not a Rav link)

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

On the Easel 16:32

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things paused for anti-racism awareness.

The Good Ship Illustration class

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. June is “produce” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

Skillshare class Illustration Practice: Lettering & Florals with Adobe Fresco by Dylan M.

Limn + Latitude is coming back, and I’m headed* to…Japan!

(*not really, just in spirit, art, literature, & cuisine).

On the Table 24:36

Kale mushroom tacos from Now & Again by Julia Turshen (this recipe is not the one I made but I thought about making)

Zucchini rice gratin from Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone by Deborah Madison

Father day feast from Now & Again by Julia Turshen

Boys switched methods!

  • Dec: crackin’ good burger
  • Dash: sesame chicken

Chicken Parmesan and cherry pie

Pizzas made at home on the pizza stone.

Mitchell’s Ice Cream

Rice bowls with Crispy Tofu from Cookie + Kate, 9-minute eggs, roasted vegetables.

Queen of Monrovia hamburger, anyone?

On the Nightstand 42:15 Bring Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

Henna Artist by Alka Joshi

New Waves by Kevin Nguyen

I’d Give Anything by Marisa de los Santos

Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison

The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

Japanese Ghost Stories by Lafcadio Hearn

Wind Up Bird Chronicles by Haruki Murakami

Bingo 1:01:23 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

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Episode 42 June 11 2020

Black Lives Matter

On the Needles 2:40 June hat by Meghan Kelly, cascade 220 in blue and white-- DONE!

Lounging Top | Sport by Joji Locatelli, Destination Yarn Trinket in Great Barrier Reef-- DONE :(

September Hat by Caroline Dick, cascade 220 in Jet-- DONE!

Everyday Lined Hat by Denise Bayron, cascade 220 in blaze

On the Easel 12:13

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things paused for anti-racism awareness.

The Good Ship Illustration class

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. June is “produce” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

Two awesome finds:

Smithsonian Black Artists online archives.

The Art Assignment with Sarah Urist Green, featuring Cécile McLorin Salvant

On the Table 18:30

Roasted (Broccoli) salad from Dinner Changing the Game chickpeas tahini dressing spinach/sprouts

Boys cook

  • Shrimp scampi from Mad Hungry
  • Fried catfish from AllRecipes
  • tacos
  • Pizza Artichoke pizza

Potato pancakes, with leftover mashed potatoes. Very soft texture.

Chicken Verde Enchiladas

Pizzas made at home on the pizza stone.

Chicken gyros with tzatziki sauce served with warm flatbread—WINNER!

On the Nightstand 29:58 The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates

The Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo

Beach Read by Emily Henry

Rodham by Curtis Sittenfeld

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan

The Third Rainbow Girl by Emma Copley Eisenberg

Bingo 48:47 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

diversespinesreadingchallenge has a GREAT booklist

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Episode 41 May 28 2020

On the Needles 1:32 Continuous by Kelly White, Favor Aran by Sincere Sheep -- talk about the book: I Knit San Francisco -- DONE!

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

June hat by Meghan Kelly, cascade 220 in blue and white

Lounging Top | Sport by Joji Locatelli, Destination Yarn Trinket in Great Barrier Reef

On the Easel 11:37 100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things

The Good Ship Illustration class

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. May is “gems” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

Re-evaluating art goals from January.

On the Table 22:19 Tartine chocolate buckwheat cookies (this one seems close)

https://smittenkitchen.com/2016/05/confetti-cookies/

You have one then you just need 5 more

Banana cake with cream cheese frosting

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

Cauliflower & Coconut curry

Sourdough from a friend!

Sourdough chocolate chip cookies--slightly too cakey for me.

Next time, I'm trying this version…

Cherry Galette

On the Nightstand 42:35 Ghost bride streaming on netflix

Two lives of lydia bird by Josie Silver

Oona out of order by Margarita Montimore

The Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth

The Wise Man’s Fear by Patrick Rothfuss

Two Girls Down by Louisa Luna

Book of Longing by Sue Monk Kidd

Drawn In by Julia Rothman

You are an Artist by Sarah Urist Green

Bingo 1:04:24 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

Need to post a photo of completed Bingo with #CCRRsummerbingo2020 to instagram or Ravelry

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Episode 40 May 13 2020

On the Needles 1:23 Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher , White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Roamin’ Gnomial-- DONE!

Continuous by Kelly White, Favor Aran by Sincere Sheep -- talk about the book: I Knit San Francisco

Rainbow Birthday Cake by Yarn Blossom Boutique-- DONE!

On the Easel 8:31

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things

The Good Ship Illustration class

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. May is “gems” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

Also, thinking about collage and this awesome book about Mary Delany by Molly Peacock.

On the Table 12:51 Almond gato from Simple Cake

E-cookbooks for charity

  • Stay In, Cook Out -- Tartines salted chocolate buckwheat cookies, super duper burgers pickles
  • Family Meal: Recipes from our community-- Smitten Kitchen, Ina Garten, Eric Ripert

Almond gato from Simple Cake

Turkey meatballs from Small Victories, cauliflower slaw from SK

Lemon Curd from Luscious Lemon Desserts.

Lemon Macarons and Oreo Macarons from Broma Bakery.

And Monica thinks I may need this accessory…

On the Nightstand 29:13 The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel

Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

Shadow of the wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Lucia Graves (Translator)

Unwomanly face of war by Svetlana Alexievich

Valentine by Elizabeth Wetmore

My Ántonia by Willa Cather

The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich

On the fly 47:30 Online dance class

Bingo 49:50 Starts friday evening may 22, ends Sept 7

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Episode 39 May 3 2020

On the Needles 1:57 Nimue by Rachel Coopey, the usual from numma numma in Ned’s Rainbow Trout-- DONE!

Dragon Rider Cowl by Afifa, pandemic survival kit from Forbidden Fiber Co, Fortitude in 20g skeins of Pandemic (red), Keep Calm & Get a Bidet (aqua), Wash Your Hands (blue), Quarantine (teal), Flatten the Curve (bright green), Social Distancing (light green)-- DONE!

Stay in Line by String Revolution, Must Stash Yarn & Fiber Perfect Sock Self Striping in Cascarones, Camp KAL-- DONE!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher , White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Roamin’ Gnomial

Continuous by Kelly White, Sincere Sheep Favor

On the Easel 13:30 Drafting to crafting table

Leather earrings

On the Table 20:31 Scrap garden

Whipped coffee update

Rosa's Mud Cake

Simple Cake by Odette Williams

  • Vanilla cake with chocolate crumble
  • Milk & honey cake with Mascarpone Easy Creamy Icing

Miso butter from The Dinner Plan

Things in bowls:

GINGER SWEET POTATO COCONUT MILK STEW WITH LENTILS & KALE

Spiced Chickpea Stew With Coconut and Turmeric Recipe

Tortilla soup

Cream of broccoli soup

Spicy white bean stew with broccoli rabe

Pizza beans

burrata with lentils and basil vinaigrette from Smitten Kitchen

On the Nightstand 39:32 Hand on the Wall by Maureen Johnson (audio)

Broken Harbor by Tana French

Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey (audio)

The Mirror and the Light by Hillary Mantel

In Five Years by Rebecca Serle

Undercover Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams

Disappearing Earth by Julia Phillips

Witch Elm by Tana French

The River by Peter Heller

The Book Woman from Troublesome Creek

Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes

Where Green Meets Blue by Corinne Beenfield

On the Fly 58:56 Change dinner seats

@marlowethemaltipoo

Bike every street in SF

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Episode 38 April 16 2020

On the Needles 2:17 Weekender by Andrea Mowry, Basic Stella in Streetcar Named Desire and Savvy Stella in Oil Slick from Hello Stella Fibres-- DONE!

Stashbusting Helix Hats for Feb & March donations, cascade 220 superwash-- DONE!

Nimue by Rachel Coopey, the usual from numma numma in Ned’s Rainbow Trout

Dragon Rider Cowl by Afifa, pandemic survival kit from Forbidden Fiber Co, Fortitude in 20g skeins of Pandemic (red), Keep Calm & Get a Bidet (aqua), Wash Your Hands (blue), Quarantine (teal), Flatten the Curve (bright green), Social Distancing (light green)

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

On the Easel 12:17 Limn + latitude—still on Australia.

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making.. April is “leaves” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things

On the Table 18:53 Floating Islands recipe

strawberry summer cake

How to Make Whipped Coffee

Cheesy spicy black bean bake (extra with baked potato)

Liège waffles with pearl sugar

“new” chocolate chippers from Gimme Some Oven

Laura’s shortbread recipe & technique (from cooks illustrated 2009).

LOVING Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat on Netflix. Link to trailer!

Creamy Sausage, Spinach & rice from The Girl who ate everything.

Adam’s biscuits (these are gf, oil-free, grain-free, and to me flavor-free).

Adam’s Peanut butter Flax seed Cookies

On the Nightstand 41:42 The Bloodprint by Ausma Zehanat Khan

Becoming by Michele Obama (audio)

Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole

Prince on Paper by Alyssa Cole

Feed by Mira Grant

The Royal We by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan

The Emperor’s Children by Claire Messud

Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter

Things in Jars by Jess Kidd

National Geographic from 2013

On the Fly 1:01:38 Andrew lloyd weber online

Theme dinners

Hello Clove Seth Avett’s solo IG show.

Jimmy Fallon The Tonight Show, Home edition especially check out this version of Sting’s Don’t Stand So Close to Me with classroom instruments.

Some Good News

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Episode 38 April 16 2020

On the Needles 2:17 Weekender by Andrea Mowry, Basic Stella in Streetcar Named Desire and Savvy Stella in Oil Slick from Hello Stella Fibres-- DONE!

Stashbusting Helix Hats for Feb & March donations, cascade 220 superwash-- DONE!

Nimue by Rachel Coopey, the usual from numma numma in Ned’s Rainbow Trout

Dragon Rider Cowl by Afifa, pandemic survival kit from Forbidden Fiber Co, Fortitude in 20g skeins of Pandemic (red), Keep Calm & Get a Bidet (aqua), Wash Your Hands (blue), Quarantine (teal), Flatten the Curve (bright green), Social Distancing (light green)

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

On the Easel 12:17 Limn + latitude—still on Australia.

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making.. April is “leaves” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things

On the Table 18:53 Floating Islands recipe

strawberry summer cake

How to Make Whipped Coffee

Cheesy spicy black bean bake (extra with baked potato)

Liège waffles with pearl sugar

“new” chocolate chippers from Gimme Some Oven

Laura’s shortbread recipe & technique (from cooks illustrated 2009).

LOVING Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat on Netflix. Link to trailer!

Creamy Sausage, Spinach & rice from The Girl who ate everything.

Adam’s biscuits (these are gf, oil-free, grain-free, and to me flavor-free).

Adam’s Peanut butter Flax seed Cookies

On the Nightstand 41:42 The Bloodprint by Ausma Zehanat Khan

Becoming by Michele Obama (audio)

Duke by Default by Alyssa Cole

Prince on Paper by Alyssa Cole

Feed by Mira Grant

The Royal We by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan

The Emperor’s Children by Claire Messud

Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter

Things in Jars by Jess Kidd

National Geographic from 2013

On the Fly 1:01:38 Andrew lloyd weber online

Theme dinners

Hello Clove Seth Avett’s solo IG show.

Jimmy Fallon The Tonight Show, Home edition especially check out this version of Sting’s Don’t Stand So Close to Me with classroom instruments.

Some Good News

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Episode 37 April 8 2020

On the Needles 1:17 Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: bring on the pumpkin spice-- DONE!

Weekender by Andrea Mowry, Basic Stella in Streetcar Named Desire and Savvy Stella in Oil Slick from Hello Stella Fibres

Nimue by Rachel Coopey, the usual from numma numma in Ned’s Rainbow Trout

Dragon Rider Cowl by Afifa, pandemic survival kit from Forbidden Fiber Co, Fortitude in 20g skeins of Pandemic (red), Keep Calm & Get a Bidet (aqua), Wash Your Hands (blue), Quarantine (teal), Flatten the Curve (bright green), Social Distancing (light green)

On the Easel 9:04 Face masks! I used an accordion-type pattern.

Limn + latitude—made an array for Adelaide, South Australia.

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. “Cup” theme complete. April is “leaves” with Daria. We’re calling it Gouache Grid.

100DayProject is 100 Joyful Things

On the Table 15:34 Milk street free online classes! Thru april 30

Peach & Almond Alaska to molten chocolate cakes thekitchn.com

Indian Butter Tofu NYT

mississippi Roast NYT

Pretzels and Cinnamon Babka from How to Bake Everything by Mark Bittman

Oatmeal Chocolate Chippers from Nancy Baggett’s Cookie Book.

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Scones with buttermilk

On the Nightstand 26:24 The Vanishing Stair by Maureen Johnson (audio)

Faithful Place by Tana French

Nearly Normal Family by M. T. Edvardsson

Ribbons of Scarlet: A Novel of the French Revolution's Women by Kate Quinn, Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb, and E. Knight

Akin by Emma Donoghue—saving for later.

Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving

The Plover by Brian Doyle

On the fly 37:23 Cal academy of sciences webcam

Monterey Bay Aquarium webcam

Glacier park webcam

Yellowstone webcam

Monterey Bay Aquarium jellyfish & otter cams

History Chicks

Rex Factor

HP and the Sacred Text

Potterless

Hot & bothered: Twilight in quarantine

Crime Junkies https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/

My Favorite Murder podcast

The Anthropocene Reviewed https://soundcloud.com/theanthropocenereviewed

Tiles from NYT

https://www.nytimes.com/puzzles/tiles?referringSource=articleShare

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Episode 36 March 19, 2020

On the Needles 2:12 Brickyard by Elizabeth Doherty, Studio DK from Neighborhood Fiber Co in Sanctuary City -- REALLY DONE!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: bring on the pumpkin spice

Weekender by Andrea Mowry, Basic Stella in Streetcar Named Desire and Savvy Stella in Oil Slick from Hello Stella Fibres

On the Easel 9:50 Limn + latitude—at a standstill, given the pandemic.

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. “Cup” theme this month with Daria.

Contemplating #100DayProject…

On the Table 12:20 Vegetarian Quiche Lorraine with a Hash Brown Crust

Soda bread from The Best Recipe

shamrock cookies from The Betty Crocker Cooky Book

Banana butterscotch cream pie

Banana cake from The Cake Doctor Cooks Gluten Free

Spiced shrimp soup from 5 Ingredients by Jamie Oliver

green okonomiyaki

Blueberry Cream Cookies from Momofuku Milk Bar

Dijon Chicken from Smitten Kitchen

Irish Soda bread with Whiskey-soaked raisins

Corned Beef

Braised Red Cabbage

On the Nightstand 25:21 Library online services!

Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson (audio)

The Tyrant’s Tomb by Rick Riordan

The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich

A Nearly Normal Family by M.T. Edvardsson

A Guide to the Birds of East Africa by Nicholas Drayson

Long Bright River by Liz Moore

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Episode 35 March 10, 2020

On the Needles 1:01 Stitches West recap

  • Lady Dye yarns
  • Among Friends
  • Slubby yarn
  • Sincere Sheep

murnong hat, Sincere Sheep Eureka DK in Hothor’s Gem and Girl on the Rocks SW BFL sock in Munchkin -- DONE!!

Gnome is where you hang your hat by Sara Schira--DONE!!

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: Hellbent Feminist She-Devil colorway -- DONE!!

Brickyard by Elizabeth Doherty, Studio DK from Neighborhood Fiber Co in Sanctuary City -- DONEish

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

On the Easel 17:37 Limn + latitude--Working on depictions of Australia.

Working on watercolor grid pad from Case for Making. “Cup” theme this month with Daria.

Contemplating #100DayProject…

On the Table 25:16 Tres Leches Cake from The Cake Doctor Bakes Gluten-Free

Tomato Soup with Chickpeas and Moroccan Spices and Spicy Lamb Meatballs from Vegan Vegetarian Omnivore by Anna Thomas

Best Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Food52

Yogurt biscuits from How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman

Asparagus Frittata with cheddar

New ricciarelli recipe (double the recipe—you’re welcome).

Nima—gluten sensor!

One-pan Mexican chicken and Rice from Alex Snodgrass’ The Defined Dish. I added black beans & cheddar.

On the Nightstand 39:32 11-22-63 by Stephen King (audio)

The Secret Chapter (The Invisible Library series) by Genevieve Cogman

Half Spent was the Night by Ami McKay

Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams

Long Petal in the Sea by Isabel Allende

The Unquiet Dead by Ausma Zehanat Khan (audio)

The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern

The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré

Carpenteria by Alexis Wright

The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargraves

Giveaway! 57:51

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Episode 34 February 20, 2020

On the Needles 1:29 Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: Hellbent Feminist She-Devil colorway

Gnome is where you hang your hat by Sara Schira

Brickyard by Elizabeth Doherty, Studio DK from Neighborhood Fiber Co in Sanctuary City

Leatherworking class at Workshop SF

On the Easel 16:30 Limn + latitude—call for surveys. Hoodie drawing for survey participants will happen on March 5, 2020. Get your surveys in before then if you want a chance to win!

Working on depictions of Australia.

Made fierce Valentine’s, and received a sketchbook!

On the Table 25:59 chickpea and kale shakshuka

Bittersweet Brownie Shortbread Recipe

Tofu lettuce wraps from Dinner Plan by kathy brennan and jane campion

More IP risotto, doubling recipe lesson, baked beans

More turkey burgers from Tuesday Nights/Milk Street cookbook.

Slow cooker butter chicken from The Modern Proper

Chocolate Pavlova from Nigella Lawson

On the Nightstand 42:18 Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn

The secret place by tana french (audio)

The Likeness by Tana French

7 ½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton (audio)

Come Tumbling Down by Seanan McGuire

11-22-63 by Stephen King (audio)

The Secret Chapter (invisible libary) by Genevieve Cogman

The Last Widow/The Kept Woman both by Karin Slaughter, both read by Kathleen Early.

Ellie and the Harp Maker by Hazel Prior

The Secret River by Kate Grenville

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Episode 33 February 6 2020

On the Needles 2:18 Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: Hellbent Feminist She-Devil colorway

Qiviut scarf, Qiviut by Nunavut Qiviut in Raspberry colorway

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

Stitches West is coming!

wool from Australia:

Say! Little Hen and their Darling Dots Beanie

Australian Yarn Co. featuring brands—Patons, Cleackheaton, Panda, Shepherd, & Heirloom

Millpost Merino and their Murnong Beanie pattern

Black Wattle Alpaca Yarn & Fibre and their Banksia and Tyranny colorways!

On the Easel 13:06 Limn + latitude—call for surveys.

I made 16 illustrations for the Netherlands!

Switching gears to Australia.

On the Table 17:17 IP beef stroganoff and mac & cheese

Creamy Tomato & Gnocchi Soup cook with manali

Roasted Squash and Tofu smitten kitchen

Empanadas (finally!) from The Modern Proper with cream cheese dough from the Handheld Pies cookbook.

Served with Bitchin’ Sauce.

Enchiladas from Gimmesomeoven.com

On the Nightstand 29:49 Tuesday mooney talks to ghosts by Kate Racculia

The Testaments by Margaret Atwood

This is how you lose the time war by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone

The Witches are Coming by Lindy West

Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn

The Secret Place by Tana French (audio)

The Godmother by Hannelore Cayre

The Kept Woman by Karen Slaughter

Disappearing Earth by Julia Phillips

Giveaway! 55:16

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Episode 32 January 22, 2020

On the Needles 2:42 103 hat by Jennifer Lassonde, Yarn Loving Lady Hand Dyed Superwash Merino Worsted in American Robin

Vanilla is the New Black by Anneh Fletcher, white birch fiber arts 80/20 sock: Hellbent Feminist She-Devil colorway

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

Qiviut shawl, fir cone lace pattern from up, down,all-around stitch dictionary by Wendy Bernard

Scheepjes yarn (yarn from the Netherlands)

Stephen and Penelopes in Amsterdam (beautiful-looking yarn shop)

On the Easel 9:58 Limn + latitude—call for surveys.

Still working on the Netherlands.

Made a list of strategies for when I fumble.

On the Table 15:51 Dry Rubbed Cauliflower Steaks with Kale Pesto and Browned Butter Breadcrumbs

Instant pot risotto

Lamb stew from Delish. My guys LOVED it, but I’m not into lamb.

Gevulde Koeken Dutch shortbread with almond filling

Milk Street Tuesday Nights from Christopher Kimball

On the Nightstand 44:21 Queen of the Conquered by Kacen Callender

The Guinevere Deception by Kiersten White

The Wedding Party by Jasmine Guillory

The Other Windsor Girl by Georgie Blalock

The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth (audio)

Sword of Kings by Bernard Cornwell

The Guardians by John Grisham

The Dutch Maiden by Marente de Moor

Midnight Blue by Simone van der Vlugt

Giveaway! 1:04:21

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Episode 31 January 9 2020

On the Needles 2:52 Stitches West

stash and burn

Apricot Yarn & Supply

Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque -- DONE!

Mine (slippers) by Faye Kennington for me and for my mom Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Tweeds in Grey Marble and three Irish girls galeanas chunky in saoirse-- DONE!

Stashbusting helix hat by jessica rose, madtosh graphite, 3IG roslea organic in Irises, cascade-- DONE!

Gnome pun intended by sara schira -- DONE!

Monster truck hat by Bridget Pupillo-- DONE!

Full spectrum hat by Andrea rangel. Gauge dyeworks daybreak-- DONE!

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

On the Easel 12:40 Chapbook, out the door.

Pantry Art Project hosted by @patrice_sketches

Limn + latitude—call for surveys.

Three Fish Studios helps Australia

On the Table 22:23 Christmas eve lobster

Birthday dinner

Instant pot: pumpkin black bean chili from the Wimpy Vegetarian

Christmas recap.

Family lasagna.

Dutch Stamppot for Limn + latitude project.

Dutch White Chocolate-Stuffed Chocolate Cookies from Love & Olive oil

On the Nightstand 33:47 Royal Holiday not Royal Christmas (apologies to Jasmine Guillory)

In the Woods by Tana French

Ghost Bride by Yangsze Choo

The Trespasser by Tana French (audio)

The witch elm by Tana french

The ten thousand doors of January by Alix E. Harrow

The Starless Sea by Erin morgenstern

Queen of the Conquered by Kacen Callender

The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell

The Book of Proper Names by Amelie Nothomb

The Secret Diary of Hendrick Groen by Hendrick Groen

Rabbit Cake by Annie Hartnett

The Paper Garden by Molly Peacock (about Mary Delany)

The Lost Words by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris

On the Horizon 55:51 Knit goals:

Charity knitting

Use stash leftovers

Ravelry group!

Easel goals:

Limn + latitude

Table goals:

Instant pot

2 recipes from each new country.

Continued focus on healthy, low-sodium, nutrient-dense food.

Nightstand goals:

Modern mrs darcy reading challenge

a book or 2 from Limn + latitude.

One new artist book per month, at least!

Giveaway! 1:12:27

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Episode 30 December 12 2019

Thanks to the Knitmore Girls

On the Needles 1:21 Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

Tiger hat by Cherie Marie Leck, madtosh DK in Graphite,Yarn Loving Lady Hand Dyed Superwash Merino Worsted in American Robin

Brimmish by Sarah Schira, madtosh DK in Graphite, three irish girls Roslea Organic in Irises, brim pattern: little hourglass rib

Mine (slippers) by Faye Kennington, Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Tweeds in Grey Marble

Indie design gift-a-long

On the Easel 10:48 Chapbook, embracing the p a c e.

Birds in December for warming up.

School music/art booklet collaboration, chock full of student art.

2020 project launch! Reach out if you’re interested in lending your voice.

Scissors: Fiskars for utility purposes. Kai for specialty work. Label them! Clean them!

Use tin snips/wire cutter for cutting metal zippers. Olfa rotary cutter

On the Table 24:30 Cheesy rotisserie chicken enchilada skillet from Cook 90

Ground lamb & butternut squash from Twenty dollar/Twenty Minute meals by Caroline Wright

Veg Tray Bake from Veg by Jamie Oliver (dried porcinis, butternut, carrots, red onion, red pepper, olives, garlic, chianti, tomatoes, cannellini, feta, arugula)

Cookie day: gf m&ms

Braised cider lentils from Tuesday Nights by Christopher Kimball

On the Nightstand 37:18 Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin

Harry: A History by Melissa Anelli

Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory

The Proposal by Jasmine Guillory

In the Woods by Tana French

Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett

10 Minutes 38 Seconds in the Strange World by Elif Shafak

Confessions of Frannie Langston by Sara Collins

On the Road 53:46 Purl Soho

CW Pencil Enterprise

Wicked!

Now, for the fooooood:

Arancini

Pudding cookies (testing recipes NOW)

Almond cream cheese horn

Tzatziki dip

Liege Wafel (hoping to test-drive this one Christmas morning!)

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Episode 29 November 29 2019

On the Needles 2:13 Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant -- knitting done! Steeking done! Buttons on!

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille-- DONE!

Castiel by Woolly Wormhead in Yarn is my favorite by Lemonade-- DONE!

Compassionknit

Wee envelope by Ysolda Teague, lion brand mani-pedi in the boot colorway. -- DONE!

Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque

Elton cardigan by Joji Locatelli, waverly neighborhood fiber co rustic fingering & loft (mohair & silk lace)

Zemy advent scarf in sock madness group

On the Easel 15:13 Chapbook, in the production stage

Gouachevember with @heyhooraydesign, @patricia.nordeen, & @nullsie

2020 project launch! Stay tuned!

On the Table 26:14 Brussels sprouts salad smitten kitchen

Crushed sour cream potatoes NYT

Crustless pumpkin pie NYT

Thanksgiving cranberries and wowie cake

chocolate chip cookies with almond flour--fail or no?

deviled egg snafu

Haricots vert with dill instead of almonds

Broccoli, spinach, goat cheese, & pine-nut phyllo pies (the broccoli is my own addition).

DIY Vanilla extract—I’ve read that the beans must be completely submerged in the vodka to avoid mold growth. Chemistry in progress; stay tuned!

On the Nightstand 40:43 City of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty

Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman

The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo

Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan (audio)

Wicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLean

Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin

The Dutch House by Ann Packer

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon

Under the Tree 57:52 Yarn club: Gauge dyeworks

Katrinkles stuff-- buttons, bracelets, ornaments, stitch markers

Namaste bags

Pom pom Quarterly

Laine

Leather brush rolls, pencil cases, and this superb thing for fountain pens.

Sketchbooks! I keep these mini ones in my purse. I use these Hahnemuhle ones for travel. And I love the cover of these Japanese ones called Standard Issue.

Enamel pins for ________ aficionados. Here’s one awesome etsy shop.

Williams sonoma star wars collection-- instapot, han solo roaster, Porg pie bird, toasters

https://www.eater.com/cookbooks/2019/11/11/20949230/best-cookbooks-for-beginner-cooks-gift-ideas-useful-practical

POPCORN! My favorite silicon microwave popper is on sale right now! (not an ad nor affiliate; I just like it).

Le Creuset. I’m partial to Marine blue…

Book club from local store https://thenovelneighbor.com/product/book-subscription/

Books about books: https://www.goodreads.com/blog/show/1719?rto=x_gr_e_nl_general&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=nov202019&utm_content=bookendgiftguid&ref_=pe_3097180_443703020

Podcast subscription/patreon

Marriage-saving book light

Handmade book marks (listen for description)

Minibook necklace and these sweet ones with a charm!

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Episode 28 November 14, 2019

On the Needles 0:49 Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant -- knitting done! Steeking done!

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille

Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque

Wound yarn for Elton Cardigan by joji locatelli. Neighborhood fiber co in waverly

All the holiday knitting

On the Easel 11:10 Chapbook, in the figuring-things-out stage

Gouachevember with @heyhooraydesign, @patricia.nordeen, & @nullsie

Field trip to Berkeley to Stonemountain & Daughter

On the Table 19:59 Fondue disasters

Vinegar chicken

Board meeting burrito (aka The Chimichanga)

Potato pancakes

Coffee cake for gouachevember!! Recipe from King Arthur Flour

Chicken & Dumplings (too dense)

White bean & Chicken Chili with lentils (linked recipe is similar; I didn’t have corn, and added lentils).

Spaghetti Carbonara with truffle sauce!

Morning Glory Oatmeal from Meghan Gordon’s Whole Grain Mornings

POPCORN! My favorite silicon microwave popper is on sale right now! (not an ad nor affiliate; I just like it).

On the Nightstand 36:32 Burning Chambers by Kate Mosse

Maybe in another life by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal

The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory

The Witch’s Daughter by Paula Braxton (audio)

City of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty

Secrets of the Lighthouse by Santa Montefiore

Washington Black by Esi Edugyan

The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes

The Dublin Murders

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Episode 27 October 30, 2019

On the Needles 2:53 Choose your own path cowl by Cori Eichelberger, The Mouse House Fiber Co Storr in Cay, Lagoon and Moxie -- DONE!!

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant -- knitting done!

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille

Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque

On the Easel 12:11 Chapbook, in the early writing & illustrating stages

Gouachevember with @heyhooraydesign, @patricia.nordeen, & @nullsie

On the Table 21:09 Quick & familiar

  • Faux cubanos from The Dinner Plan by Kathy Brennan & Jane Campion
  • Meatball marsala from Smitten Kitchen Every Day
  • chicken/couscous/broccoli

Family: New Vegetarian Comfort Food to Nourish Every Day by Hetty McKinnon

  • Waldorf-esque Kale salad with roasted grapes, burrata and candied pecans
  • Roast Potatoes & lentils, capers & lemon-parsley pistou
  • Sweet & sour cauliflower

Chocolate Snacking Loaf from Everyday is Saturday by Sarah Copeland

Hunt & Gather

Chocolate Mousse Pie with nut crust

Sweet Potato and Avocado bites

Iced pumpkin Cookies (don’t skimp on icing, says my 15 yr old)

Alison Roman Vinegar Chicken in NYT

On the Nightstand 44:27 Watermark by Vanitha Sankaran

Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Recursion by Blake Crouch

Burning Chambers by Kate Mosse

Parasite by Mira Grant (Seanan McGuire)

These Granite Islands by Sarah Stonich

Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz

The World that We Knew by Alice Hoffman

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Episode 26 October 17, 2019

On the Needles 1:23 Umbilical cord hat/ simple baby cap 1, yarn love amy march dark kale and desert vista dyeworks dk ketchikan -- DONE!! And DONE!

Simple Baby Cap by Susan B. Anderson, desert vista dyeworks dk mint cocoa quilt (red, mint green, tan, cocoa)-- DONE! And DONE!

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant

Rye light by tincanknits, the yarns of rhichard devrieze peppino (fingering) in peppermint barque

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille

On the Road:

  • Lambtown
  • Kira k designs
  • Fibershed Wool & Fine Fiber Symposium

Gemma Tank Pattern by Made by Rae

On the Easel 21:55 Chapbook, in the early writing & illustrating stages

Painting African butterflies

On the Table 24:05 Jamie Oliver 5 ingredients: harissa squash salad (avocado, greens, cheese), garlic sprouts (pomegranate, cottage cheese), ginger beef

Polenta baked beans- The Wimpy Vegetarian/ Naturally Ella

Chicken Marsala with gnocchi from skinnytaste

Gluten-free pumpkin snickerdoodles (I used Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 GF Baking Flour)

Salted Peanut Butter cookies from Smitten Kitchen (best if slightly under-baked)

Alison Roman chicken in NYT, and if you’re a NYT subscriber, sign up for Sam Sifton’s newsletter at the bottom of the main Cooking page!

On the Nightstand 34:46 Tidelands byPhillippa Gregory

Rotherweird by Andrew Caldecott

Lethal White by Robert Galbraith

Princess in Theory by Alyssa Cole

Department of Speculation by Erika Swyer

Watermark by Vanitha Sankaran

A Single Thread by Tracy Chevalier

Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee

Maggie Brown & Others by Peter Orner

On Reflection 49:19 Fav knitting

  • 25 projects, 5 sweaters, 7 hats, 2 pairs socks, 5 shawls, 4 cowls, 2 baby sweaters
  • Alaska cowls
  • Monica’s Skull & Bones sweater, especially those CUFFS. (feb 8, 2019)
  • In progress Dissent Cardigan

Fav easel

  • Chapbook 2018
  • Underwear
  • 100 Chromatics, 100-Day project, especially the purple & orange series
  • Episode 17 art-Jeju tangerines.

Fav food

  • Smitten Kitchen Every Day
  • Turkey chimichangas
  • Herbed Quinoa Salad from episode 8
  • Mini key lime pies from episode 19
  • Ricciarelli cookies from episode 21

Fav book

  • The River by Peter Heller
  • Cormoran Strike Series by Robert Galbraith
  • Podcasts: What Should I Read Next?, Harry Potter & the sacred text, Hot & Bothered
  • The Overstory by Richard Powers (episode 10)
  • Dear Mrs. Bird (audio version) by AJ Pearce (episode 9)

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Episode 25 October 3, 2019

On the Needles 1:23 Hometown Comfort MKAL by Michelle Stead, Destination Yarn Passport -- DONE!

Dandelion cowl by Monica Farragher, dandelion yarns in cranberry juice-- DONE!

Choose Your Own Path Cowl by Cori Eichlberger

Basic baby hat by Susan B. Anderson, desert vista dyeworks dk mint cocoa quilt (red, mint green, tan, cocoa)

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant

On the Easel 17:25 Chapbook, in the early writing & illustrating stages

On the Table 23:10

Salted Peanut Butter Cookies from Smitten Kitchen

5 Ingredients by Jamie Oliver-- creamy mustard chicken, cherry chard rice, chicken pot pie

White Bean + Chicken Chili from Delish

Cornbread Muffins from The Bread Bible

Smashed & roasted creamer potatoes

Slow-cooker Beef Tacos from Skinnytaste

Lentil Stew from Skinnytaste (I used black lentils, but I recommend red or green. And I swapped kale for spinach).

Green Foods Ceremonial Matcha

On the Nightstand 38:13 The Group by Mary McCarthy

Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell

Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith

Tidelands byPhillippa Gregory

The Night Child by Anna Quinn

The Witch’s Daughter by Paula Brackston

The Sunlit Night by Rebecca Dinerstein

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Episode 24 Sept 25, 2019

On the Needles 1:49 Hermione’s Everyday socks by Erica Lueder, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Nasty Woman-- DONE!

Hometown Comfort MKAL by Michelle Stead, Destination Yarn Passport

First Impressions shawl by Brenda Castiel. Serendipidye kings mountain sock in Camille

Pigskin Party, downcellar studio podcast

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant

On the Easel 11:54 Ultimate Autumn Prompts

Chapbook, in the early stages

Inktober—official site & prompts.

Attempting to design & print my own silkscreened apparel labels…stay tuned.

On the Table 18:38

Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients

Enchiladas with mole from scratch.

Latin Yellow Rice from Skinnytaste

SF/Marin Food Bank, and our host restaurant this year: Rooh

On the Nightstand 28:28 Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton

Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

Summer Country by Lauren Willig

The Secret History of the Pink Carnation by Lauren Willig

The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith

The Group by Mary McCarthy

Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell

City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

The Suspect by Fiona Barton

This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger

SF Public Library Big Book Sale Locals, keep an eye out for next year’s date!

On the Road 45:54

2 yarn stores

  • Retrosaria Rosa Pomar
  • Lopo xavier

Bertrand Books-- oldest bookstore in the world

Livraria Lello

Porto tonic

Ginjinha

Pasteis de nata

  • confeitaria nacional
  • Fábrica da Nata
  • Pasteis de Belem
  • Manteigaria
  • Zarzuela (gf)
  • Com Cuore (gf)

Sr Fado dinner

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Episode 23 September 5, 2019

On the Needles 1:21 Hermione’s Everyday socks by Erica Lueder, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Nasty Woman

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant

Hometown Comfort MKAL by Michelle Stead, Destination Yarn Passport

On the Easel 10:53 Safari-themed baby shower featuring handpainted envelopes.

Oil studies

Inspired by: Alicia Paulson knitting, and Ali Edwards December Daily project.

On the Table 15:58 Ricciarelli cookies

Arizmendi Bakery

Almond cake from Flourless by Nicole Spiridakis

Sausage kale crouton saute from Smitten Kitchen Every Day

caprese/miso-glazed eggplant (From Short Stacks Eggplant)/garlic marinated broccoli di cicio

Black bean and sweet potato tacos from wimpy veg

DALS veggiebook!

Cooking from 3 cookbooks this week:

Skinnytaste: Fast and Slow by Gina Homolka

Good for You by Dana Jacobi

Eating in the Middle by Andie Mitchell (more on this book next episode!)

Slowcooker Blueberry Slump (I added apples) from Skinnytaste

Steak, Pepper, & Onion Salad with my own dressing from Good for You by Dana Jacobi

Balsamic-Braised Red Cabbage with Apples by Dana Jacobi

Those tried & true chicken meatballs from Smitten Kitchen

Al’s Smoked Salmon, straight from the horse’s mouth:

“The recipe is simple. Brine: Half cup of hot water, fill with salt until you get ¾ cup. 4 tbsp each ground pepper and garlic powder. Brine for 4 hours minimum.

I put a little brown sugar on before smoking. Baste a couple times with maple syrup. 4 hours of smoke (with apple or cherry—no mesquite) or until internal temp reaches 140-150°F.

There is a website called amazingribs which is a nerdy smoker website mostly about gear, but they have posted a bunch of great smoking recipes.”

Thanks Al!

On the Nightstand 30:35 There there one city one book

Celestial Bodies by Jokha Alharthi , trans by Marilyn Booth

Jane Steele by Lyndsay Faye

Death’s End by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

Light from Other Stars by Erika Swyer

Pride, Prejudice & Other Flavors by Sonali Dev

Time’s Covert by Deborah Harkness

The Reckless Oath We Made by Bryn Greenwood

The Wake by Paul Kingsworth

Go, Went, Gone by Jenny Erpenbeck (trans. Susan Bernofsky)

The Grown-up’s Guide to Teenage Humans by Josh Shipp

Bingo! 48:20 Winner! Listen to see if you won! Then contact us on Instagram or email

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Episode 22 August 22, 2019

National Day Calendar

On the Needles 3:07 Flax Lite by Tin Can Knits in whiskey in a teacup Gauge Dyeworks-- DONE!

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos -- DONE!

Hermione’s Everyday socks by Erica Lueder, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Nasty Woman

Porthole Cowl by Knitting Expat Designs, Three Irish Girls Yarn: Adorn Sock in Maple Vanilla mini set (2009), Westerly Sea Sock in Ocean Gradient (merino/sea cell- natural seaweed fiber, 2010)

Dissent Cardigan by Andrea Rangel, Magpie Fibers Domestic Worsted in Velvet Underground, Spincycle Yarns Dream State in Verba Volant

On the Easel 17:16 Botanically inaccurate possible series?? https://www.instagram.com/p/B1NEBAlAPF-/

Vision board (Hope to share on IG soon).

Painting my dining room.

On the Table 23:56 Produce box: eating with the seasons

Summer corn risotto

black pepper tofu and eggplant, watermelon & cucumber salad from Keepers

Gravenstein apple crisp

Salads, and my go-to salad dressing.

Watermelon granita

Date-nut bread—an heirloom recipe attempt!

On the Nightstand 42:05 Death’s End by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

There There by Tommy Orange

Girls Night Out by Liz Fenton & Lisa Steinke

The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo

Song of a Captive Bird by Jasmin Darznik

Based on Iranian poet Forugh Farrokhzad

The River by Peter Heller

Whiskey & Ribbons by Leesa Cross-Smith

The German Cookbook by Mimi Sheraton

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Episode 21 August 8, 2019

On the Needles 1:22 Flax Lite by Tin Can Knits in whiskey in a teacup Gauge Dyeworks

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

Hermione’s Everyday socks by Erica Lueder, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Nasty Woman

On the Easel 7:00 Finished the 100 day project while in Italy!

Finished a pen & ink drawing for a client.

https://www.instagram.com/cortneysf/?hl=en

Now it’s time to work on the Christmas card! Last year’s card is highlighted in my IG stories.

Italian paint brushes. And more Italian paint brushes

On the Table 14:53 Kelly’s corn succotash. Ok, it’s really from Smitten Kitchen Everyday. With bbq chicken/tofu

Zucchini quesadillas from smittenkitchen

Roasted cauliflower & tomato with pasta & pesto to rice bowl with curry sauce and mushrooms & zucchini, from Cook 90 by David Tamarkin

Produce box: eating with the seasons

Ricciarelli cookies! Gluten free & delightful.

This recipe made far fewer than advertised, but was otherwise perfect.

http://www.bamco.com/blog/ricciarelli/

Warm Cauliflower Salad with Worcestershire sauce dressing from Flow Magazine by Yvette van Boven. She’s got a new cookbook releasing in October 2019.

On the Nightstand 29:52 Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

Sorcerer to the Crown and The True Queen by Zen Cho

The Dark Forest and Death’s End by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

There There by Tommy Orange

Books to TV:

  • The Rook by Daniel O’Malley on Starz
  • Circe by Madeline Miller coming to HBO

Cold Mountain by Charles Frasier

The Outsider by Stephen King

Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

Call Me Zebra by Azareen van der Vliet Oloomi

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Episode 20 July 29, 2019

On the Needles 1:44 Foxtrot Cardigan by Marie Greene -- DONE!

  • Madelinetosh Farm Twist in Tart
  • Yarniacs Colors of fall KAL

Michele by Sarah Punderson, Desert Vista Dyeworks dk in ketchikan -- DONE!

Flax Lite by Tin Can Knits in whiskey in a teacup Gauge Dyeworks

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

Hermione’s Everyday socks by Erica Lueder, White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 sock in Nasty Woman

On the Easel 7:32 (In the Garden)

Succulent pots

Early Rubens at the Legion of Honor

On the Table 12:41 Foreign Cinema

Madras Curry Fried Chicken

Smitten Kitchen Every Day

  • Romesco Chickpea and Smashed Egg Bowl
  • Charred Corn Succotash with Lime and Crispy Shallots

Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone

  • Cauliflower gratin
  • Peanut sauce

Dinner a Love Story

  • Salmon salad
  • kale/mushroom tacos

On the Nightstand 24:29 A Different Kind of Daughter by Maria Toorpakai

The Red Rose Crew by Daniel J. Boyne

Leopard at the Door by Jennifer McVeigh

I Feel Bad About My Neck by Nora Ephron

Lunch in Paris by Elizabeth Bard

The Girl with 7 Names by Hyeonseo Lee (Audio

Jimmy Neurosis by James Oseland (Audio)

City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

Big Sky by Kate Atkinson

Duke and I by Julia Quinn

She would be king by Wayétu Moore

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Brontë

The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater

Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

Hot & Bothered, the romance novel podcast

What should I read next? podcast

History Chicks podcast

On the Road 44:23 Beads by the Bay Morro Bay

Coalesce Book Store Morro Bay

Malibu Farm Pier Cafe on Malibu Pier

Beads Beads in Orange

Venteux vineyards in Templeton, Ca

California Coast Beer Company, Paso Robles

Skagway

  • Aurora Yarns
  • Olivia’s

Ketchikan

  • Fabulous Fiber Arts
  • Alaska Crepe Co.

Victoria

  • Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse NHS
  • Royal BC Museum

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Episode 19 July 9, 2019

On the Needles 1:10 Riley rose hat by Jennifer Lassonde

Stashbusting Helix hat by Jessica Rose, Desert Vista Dyeworks DK in Hubbard Glacier , Cascade superwash in silver grey, Plucky Knitter Primo DK in poppycock

Flax Lite by Tin Can Knits in Gauge Dyeworks whiskey in a teacup

Michele by Sarah Punderson, Desert Vista Dyeworks DK in ketchikan

Foxtrot Cardigan by Marie Greene

  • Madelinetosh Farm Twist in Tart

Knitting jewelry from danny ries

On the Easel 10:06

100DayProject. I’m wrapping up #100Chromatics

Commissions for El Capitan and a personal house; I hope to share soon!

Still self-drafting an art pouch. I REALLY hope to share soon!

On the Table 15:59 Hot spaghetti & cold tomatoes: this recipe is rather different but a similar idea to ours

Nathan’s ribs-- delicious!

Scandikitchen: the Essence of Hygge by Brontë Aurell

Braised Chicken with potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, & peas

Shortcake FAIL.

Bijou cocktail with Chartreuse, gin, sweet vermouth, & orange bitters.

Mini Frozen Key Lime pies!

On the Nightstand 30:27 Middlegame by Seanen McGuire

The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

The Dark Forest by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

An American Marriage by Tayari Jones

Circe by Madeline Miller

The Space Between by Diana Gabaldon

Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith

City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

Big Sky by Kate Atkinson

Women Talking by Miriam Toews

Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo

The Lightkeepers by Abby Geni

Old in Art School by Nell Painter

Mid year check in 51:46 Vegetable-based diet—Bay Area produce box suggestions??

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Flow & UPPERCASE magazine

The Jewelry Recipe Book by Nancy Soriano

Make a Statement by Janet Crowther and Katie Covington

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Episode 18 June 26, 2019

Down Cellar Studio Podcast

On the Needles 1:39 Sunnyside by Tanis Lavallee, SpaceCadet Celeste fingering in Sweet Decay (2010)-- DONE!

Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli, Three Irish Girls Glenhaven Cashmerino Worsted (2011) in Just Buy Me and Get It Over With-- DONE!

Riley rose hat by Jennifer Lassonde

Stashbusting Helix hat by Jessica Rose

Flax Lite by Tin Can Knits in whiskey in a teacup Gauge Dyeworks

Foxtrot Cardigan by Marie Greene

  • started with 3IG Galenas Merino in Narcissa
  • Madelinetosh Farm Twist in Tart

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

On the Easel 18:54 Sewing: self-drafted pouches, and underwear. Here is a great pattern: https://blog.megannielsen.com/2017/12/acacia-underwear/

100DayProject. I’m wrapping up #100Chromatics

On the Table 28:46 Stromboli from Sheet Pan Suppers by Molly Gilbert

Vindaloo from Jamie’s Food Revolution by Jamie Oliver

Cabbage risotto from Smitten Kitchen Every Day

Dinner: Changing the Game by Melissa Clark

  • Stir-fried tofu with summer squash, basil and coconut
  • Farro Salad with cherry tomatoes, smoked mozzarella & mint

Chocolate Mousse Pie with Oreo wafer crust

Potato-Zucchini cakes from One Potato, Two Potato by Roy Finamore

In search of: frozen key lime pie recipe!

On the Nightstand 41:42 Anna of Kleve, the Princess in the Portrait by Alison Weir

The Time in Between by María Dueñas, translated by Daniel Hahn

Middlegame by Seanen McGuire

The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu, translated by Ken Liu

Transcription by Kate Atkinson

Island of Sea Women by Lisa See

Women Talking by Miriam Toews

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Episode 17 June 12, 2019

Welcome 2 Knit Lit Chicks listeners!

On the Needles 4:02 Little Bird by Veera Välimäki, Isager Spinni (lace wool) in 101 Deep Teal- DONE!

Sunnyside by Tanis Lavallee, SpaceCadet Celeste fingering in Sweet Decay (2010)

Gauge Dyeworks

The Yarn Harlot

On the Easel 12:51

100DayProject. I’m still doing #100Chromatics

Thinking about tattoos & tea towels.

And collections of tea kettles, typewriters, & winged things.

On the Table 17:13 Rhubarb and Chard Gratin from Rhubarb by Sheri Castle

Indonesian slaw from Salad for Dinner by Jeanne Kelley (this link isn’t exactly it, but based on it)

Boy #1 cooking from Jamie’s Food Revolution by Jamie Oliver:

  • Cracking Good Burgers
  • Baked Camembert pasta

My kid’s favorite dry rub for his rib obsession

Red Raspberry Pie from Silver Palette Cookbook

Apple & Peach Pies from Fanny Farmer Cookbook

Blackberry Galette (turned Tart) Cheesecake from Smitten Kitchen

Sour Cream Coffee Cake from How to Bake Everything by Mark Bittman

Broccoli, Asparagus & Cheddar Frittata from Epicurious

On the Nightstand 33:09 Gingerbread by Helen Oyeyemi

Island of the Sea Women by Lisa See

The River by Peter Heller

Orphan of Salt Winds by Elizabeth Brooks

New Suns: Original Speculative Fiction by People of Color, ed by Nisi Shawl

Anna of Kleves, the Princess in the Portrait by Alison Weir

Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett,

The Book of Life by Deborah Harkness

The Highest Tide by Jim Lynch

Universal Yums

BINGO! 55:26 Share your progress!

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Episode 16 May 30, 2019

On the Needles 1:35 Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

Little Bird by Veera Välimäki, Isager Spinni (lace wool) in 101 Deep Teal

Olive Knits Four-day sweater KAL

Yarniacs Colors of Fall KAL

Rainbow Wings shawl

On the Easel 13:01

100DayProject. I’m still doing #100Chromatics

Tiny Books with Monica Holtzclaw at San Francisco Center for the Book

Traveller’s Journals from Ali Edwards’ Stories of Travel Class

On the Table 24:12 Light Asparagus-Gruyere Quiche

Cauliflower Tetrazzini

Cauliflower bolognese

Rhubarb & Chard Gratin from Rhubarb by Sheri Castle

Little Star pizza

Brownie shortcut

Baked Oatmeal with walnuts from my friend Mia, but this is almost identical

Paella is what’s on the menu

Salad for Dinner by Jeanne Kelley

Summer Stew

On the Nightstand 41:32 Overstory by Richard Powers

Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

Gingerbread by Helen Oyeyemi

The Binding by Bridget Collins

No Ordinary Time by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White

BINGO! 58:55 Which hashtag? #CCRRSummerBINGO2019

Need to post picture of bingo card and use hashtag to enter

Any kind of craft is perfect!

Vacation (center) square: read a book while on vacation or about people on vacation, cook something on vacation or recreate a meal you had on vacation, craft on vacation or… Make it work!

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Episode 15 May 16, 2019

On the Needles 2:04 playtime by Lori Versaci, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock (80/20 merino/nylon SW), Smoke on the Water Whisper-- DONE!

Knitmore Girls backing buttons video

Land of Sweets cowl by Helen Stewart, Desert Vista Dyeworks DK, Hubbard Glacier colorway-- DONE!

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

Little Bird by Veera Välimäki, Isager Spinni (lace wool) in 101 Deep Teal

On the Road 7:40 Immigrant Yarn Project

On the Easel 10:05

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. I’m doing #100Chromatics.

MeMadeMay

On the Table 15:35 Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler from Fields of Greens by Annie Somerville (the link is not the exact recipe, but one based on it, and it’s pretty darn close)

Banana Bread Roll, Lemon Meringue Pie Smash from Smitten Kitchen Every Day

Chicken served with:

  • Polenta with mushrooms & taleggio from Twenty-Dollar Twenty-Minute Meals
  • chinese chicken salad from The Dinner Plan

Broccoli & cauliflower gratin I use a couple broccoli heads and one cauliflower head.

Buffalo Chicken Ring

Olive butter for roasted Salmon

Scallops!

Produce bags

On the Nightstand 31:47 Flights by Olga Tokarczuk (2007), translated by Jennifer Croft (2018)

In an Absent Dream by Seanen McGuire

Overstory by Richard Powers

Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

Verity by Colleen Hoover

Career of Evil & Lethal White by Robert Galbraith

Lost and Wanted by Nell Freudenberger

LIGO

On Your Mark 48:08 Summer bingo!

Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day (May 25 - September 2, 2019)

You must post your bingo card with its completed row (or fully completed) on Instagram with #CCRRSummerBINGO2019 to enter. We’d also love to see photos of your projects!

If we have at least 10 entries, there will be a prize package! Winner will be chosen at random from eligible entries.

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Episode 14 May 2, 2019

On the Needles 1:08 playtime by Lori Versaci, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock (80/20 merino/nylon SW), Smoke on the Water Whisper

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

Little Bird by Veera Välimäki, Isager Spinni (lace wool) in 101 Deep Teal

On the Easel 6:37

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. I’m doing #100Chromatics.

Art Supply Sale—May 5th. See my IG stories for details.

MeMadeMay

On the Table 11:51 Smitten Kitchen Every Day

  • Broccoli melts
  • Petit four cakes
  • Chocolate pavlova (not actually in the book)
  • Strawberry cloud cookies

Okonomiyaki (The Dinner Plan)

Special sauce

Roasted Garlic Herb Sauce (Cook 90)

Cheese fondue (from Dinner by Melissa Clark)

Pesto Chicken, this version is close to how I make it.

Chicken Country Captain from House Beautiful.

Zucchini ‘tots

Watergate Salad

Pink Stuff

On the Nightstand 31:42 Bird King by G. Willow Wilson

Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez

Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum

Bowlaway by Elizabeth McCracken

Dreyer’s English by Benjamin Dreyer

Lost and Wanted by Nell Fruedenberger from Book of the Month Club (not sponsored)

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Episode 13 April 18, 2019

On the Needles 1:08 NoCKRs retreat

Knitted Knockers

Little Bird by Veera Välimäki, Isager Spinni (lace wool) in 101 Deep Teal

Garter Stitch Baby Kimono by Joji Locatelli

playtime by Lori Versaci, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock (80/20 merino/nylon SW), Smoke on the Water Whisper

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

On the Easel 12:57

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. I’m doing #100Chromatics.

Watercolor Illustration Class with Lindsay Stripling at Case for Making

Scribble Bots and Creative Bug’s 30 Days of Overcoming your Creative Block

Art Supply Sale—May 5th. See my IG stories for details.

On the Table 19:39 Food52 Absurdly Addictive Asparagus

Twenty dollar, Twenty Minute Meals by Caroline Wright

  • Skillet pizza
  • Orzo radicchio risotto

Umami potatoes from The Dinner Plan by Kathy Brennan and Caroline Campion

Herbed Potato Gratin

My chocolate chip cookie technique. Recipe is based on Nestle Toll House quantities. I use semi-sweet Ghirardelli chips.

3 Tips:

  • All ingredients room temperature.
  • Cream butter and sugars till they are super-fluffy!
  • Smack the mid-baked cookie sheet whilst on the oven rack to flat and “concentrate” the cooookie. YUM.

Extra Helpings: meal planning 33:29

On the Nightstand 46:40 Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim

Early Riser by Jasper Fforde

Bird King by G. Willow Wilson

The Mothers by Brit Bennett

Florida, stories by Lauren Groff

Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Christopher Columbus’s son’s rediscovered library

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Episode 12 April 4, 2019

Now on Spotify and pocket casts

On the Needles 3:34 My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

DONE!

Willow Cowl by Amelia Lyon, Desert Vista Dyeworks DK (100% merino), Orcas colorway (black, white, lavender, lilac)

DONE!

Garter Stitch Baby Kimono by Joji Locatelli, Three Irish Girls Adorn sock (80/20 merino/nylon SW), Smoke on the Water Whisper

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

On the Easel 14:00 Paintings for the babies!!

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. starts April 2nd! I’m doing #100Chromatics.

Finished Oil painting class with Erika Lee Sears on Creative Bug

Board and Brush

On the Table 22:58 More Smitten Kitchen Every Day:

  • Carmelized Cabbage Risotto,
  • Dutch Boy with Mushroom Sauce
    • Couldn’t find savory but several breakfast ones
  • romesco/egg/chickpea/spinach bowl

I cooked a WHOLE (well, half) salmon in parchment!

Special sauce that Monica won’t let me say on the air. (wink wink)

EXTRA HELPINGS: Spring food favorites

Absurdly addictive asparagus from Food52.com

All the asparagus. Including the strata (I build mine in a loaf pan with sliced sourdough layers).

Shrimp Scampi from How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman. (I also love his How to BAKE Everything cookbook)

Melting Potatoes from Smitten Kitchen

Strawberry-Rhubarb Cobbler from Fields of Greens by Annie Somerville

All the strawberries. Including from-scratch biscuits

Short Stacks Editions, also check Amazon

On the Nightstand 44:10 Everything Here is Beautiful by Mira T. Lee

Witch of Willow Hall by Hester Fox

Ritz and Escoffier: The Hotelier, the Chef, and the Rise of the Leisure Class by Luke Barr

Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim

Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage

Golden State by Ben H. Winters

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Episode 11 March 21, 2019

Happy Spring!

On the Needles 1:12 Skull & Bones pullover from Alterknit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangel

YOTH yarns Father (worsted) in Oyster (MC) and Thyme (CC)

2 Knit Lit Chicks colorwork KAL

DONE!

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

Loop London

Dandelion Yarns

Isager Spinni

Interpretations, Little Bird

On the Easel 8:16 Oil painting class with Erika Lee Sears on Creative Bug

Color by Betty Edwards

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. starts April 2nd!

On the Table 16:21 Meatball marsala: multiple mushroom mishaps

Pi day: Banana Butterscotch Cream Pie

Butterscotch pudding: I think this is the recipe I used but they all look fairly similar

2019 prep goal:

Smitten Kitchen Everyday: Tofu & broccoli: nextover broccoli for broccoli fritters

Rotisserie chicken: potato/asparagus/chicken salad from Cook90 and chicken pho from A Bird in the Hand

Shortbread that I rolled too thinly. We all decorated them with green sprinkles before baking

Warm Grain Salad with Miso Butter from Simply Vegetarian. MISO BUTTER!!

Roasted asparagus WIN. I just seasoned lightly with salt, pepper, & olive oil

Chicken Chili from Taste of Home

On the Nightstand 35:15 The Lost Man by Jane Harper

Invisible: The Forgotten Story of the Black Woman Lawyer Who Took Down America's Most Powerful Mobster by Stephen L. Carter

Everything Here is Beautiful by Mira T. Lee

A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness

Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness

Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield

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Episode 10!! March 7, 2019

Women’s History month! National Pie Week! World Book Day!

On the Needles 2:09 Skull & Bones pullover from Alterknit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangel

YOTH yarns Father (worsted) in Oyster (MC) and Thyme (CC)

2 Knit Lit Chicks colorwork KAL

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

Stitches!

  • Spincycle Yarns
  • Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
  • Sincere Sheep
  • Destination Yarns
  • Invictus Yarns
  • Sock blank example
  • Door prize! Yarn Matrix
  • Canon Hand Dyes

On the Easel 16:55 Instruments

Oil painting class with Erika Lee Sears on Creative Bug

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson. starts April 2nd!

On the Table 24:37 Ground meat fest

  1. Beef Wellington from Jamie’s Food Revolution by Jamie Oliver
  2. Sausage Lasagna from the Slow Cooker Revolution
  3. Tacos
  4. Meatball marsala from Smitten Kitchen Every Day
  5. Merguez burgers from Twenty-Dollar, Twenty-Minute Meals
  6. Beef and cabbage skillet from Real Simple

Hot honey chicken (half baked harvest), chicken noodle soup, chicken parm from Sheet Pan Suppers

Two cakes!

Genius Asparagus pasta from simply vegetarian cooking

No-bell-pepper crab cakes from Pinchandswirl.com

Stonemill Matcha—check out their beautiful aesthetic.

Chicken, broccoli, & rice casserole—one pot dinner for the WIN. (I recommend fresh tomatoes over canned).

On the Nightstand 37:34 Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver

Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson

The Lost Man by Jane Harper

Home Fire, by Kamila Shamsie

The Overstory, by Richard Powers

A Woman is No Man, by Etaf Rum

The Likeness, by Tana French

Life After Life, by Kate Atkinson

Women's Prize for Fiction

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February 21, 2019

Stitches West

On the Needles 2:20 Skull & Bones pullover from Alterknit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangel

YOTH yarns Father (worsted) in Oyster (MC) and Thyme (CC)

2 Knit Lit Chicks colorwork KAL

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

On the Easel 9:35 Oil painting resources

Encyclopedia of Oil Techniques by Jeremy Galton

Portrait Painting Atelier by Suzanne Brooker

100DayProject with Lindsay Jean Thompson (Elle Luna is helping too). starts April 2nd!

Monet: the Late Years at the De Young Museum

On the Table 20:00 Smitten Kitchen Chicken Marsala Meatballs

Blueberry Breakfast Bars from Whole-Grain Mornings by Megan Gordon

Smitten Kitchen Mushroom shepherds pie-- cook it in the skillet!

Simply Vegetarian Cookbook by Susan Pridmore review

  • Wimpyvegetarian.com
  • Protein guide
  • Spanish Paella
  • Cheesy Broccoli quinoa bake (or Cauliflower)
  • Lentil potato salad
  • Genius Asparagus Pasta with absorption method
  • Cilantro-lime cauliflower rice
  • Want to make Zucchini Fritters!

On the Nightstand 33:55 Signs Preceding the End of the World by Yuri Herrera, translated by Lisa Dillman

At the Water’s Edge by Sara Gruen

Dear Mrs. Bird by AJ Pearce

Golden Child by Claire Adam

Mortal Word by Genevieve Cogman

RBG a life by Jane Sherron de Hart

You Can’t Touch My Hair by Phoebe Robinson

Underground Airlines by Ben H. Winters

Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver

https://www.cityarts.net/event/marlon-james/

this may be available on the City Arts podcast at itunes, spotify, google play, etc… eventually

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Episode 8 Thursday February 7, 2019

On the Needles 1:39 Jimmy beans wool knitting craftvent calendar FINISHED!

Skull & Bones pullover from Alterknit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangel

YOTH yarns Father (worsted) in Oyster (MC) and Thyme (CC)

2 Knit Lit Chicks colorwork KAL

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

Mondo Cable Cardigan or my “7/8ths sweater” by Chic Knits

On the Easel 11:53 it’s #shirtmonth on Instagram hosted by Indie Sew

Williamsburg oil paints

Oil painting, with help from Skillshare

The Vein of Gold by Julia Cameron

On the Table 19:45 Meal assembly

  • sweet potatoes
  • falafel plus lamb meatballs from High Flavor, Low Labor by J. M. Hirsch

Meat & gluten week

Cook90 by David Tamarkin & editors of Epicurious

  • Pan seared steak with cilantro salsa verde and crispy broccoli
  • Steak and soba salad
  • 3pm energy bites
  • Spaghetti with white beans, harissa & dill
  • Grain bowl with spiced squash, mushrooms, and curried yogurt
  • Grain bowl with rotisserie chicken, spiced chickpeas, and avocado-- kasha!

Due West

Herbed Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas from Cookie and Kate

Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Pretzels from Half-Baked Harvest

On the Nightstand 38:38 Once upon a River by Diane Setterland

Reservoir Tapes by Jon McGregor

Lost Queen by Signe Pike

Hild by Nicola Griffith

Mortal Word by Genevieve Cogman

The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith

Daughters of the Lake by Wendy Webb

Exit West by Mohsin Hamid

Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead

On Beauty by Zadie Smith

In my heart 57:09 Stitches West

Blocking

Craftivism: Neighborhood Fiber Company

MATCHA: Tea & Tea Latte, Pretzels, Chocolate

YOGA:https://yogawithadriene.com/ OR https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene

BOOKS: San Francisco Public Library

Eat Your Books

Harry Potter and the Sacred Text

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January 23, 2019

LibraryShelfieDay 4th weds in January, started by NYPL

On the Needles 1:36 Lionheart

  • Shannon Cook & Jane Richmond, Heart on My Sleeve collection
  • Plucky Knitter Trusty FIngering, sw merino, Love Potion No. 9, Heartbreaker
  • FINISHED!
  • Waist shaping

Jimmy beans wool knitting craftvent calendar

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds (baby yarn in aubergine, lady bug, mahogany, ruby spinel and tulipa)

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

Mondo Cable Cardigan or my “7/8ths sweater” by Chic Knits

On the Easel 10:00 Instruments series, quilt mending, portraits!

Sktchy currently only iOS but you can sign up for Android updates

Simone Cardi from StyleArc patterns

On the Table 15:41 Kale mushroom tacos

On the Road chicken sandwiches

Minestrone from Slow Cooker Revolution

Maple lime salmon and coconut rice from Time for Dinner

Smitten Kitchen Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie

Oatmeal + Chocolate chip scones from Commonsense Kitchen

Vegetable-laden shepherd’s pie inspired by Smitten Kitchen.

Whole-Grain Mornings by Megan Gordon

On the Nightstand 22:56 The Library Book by Susan Orlean

Melmoth by Sarah Perry

Libby the Library App

Golden Hill: a novel of old New york by Francis Spufford

Outcasts of Time by Ian Mortimer

The Lady Vanishes by Ethel Lina White

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness

Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield

On point 39:29 My re-useable produce bags!

What Should I Read Next? Podcast

Less by Andrew Sean Greer

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January 10, 2019 On the Needles 1:04 My Deke by Elizabeth Doherty, plucky knitter one hit wonder

My Without a paddle dk by kinoknits, barrett wool co home fingering in field

Jimmy beans wool knitting craftvent calendar

Lionheart

  • Shannon Cook & Jane Richmond, Heart on My Sleeve collection
  • Plucky Knitter Trusty FIngering, sw merino, Love Potion No. 9, Heartbreaker
  • 2KnitLit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL

Socks: Regia design line by Arne and Carlos

My Leftie: Miss Babs Yummy fingering in slate & reds

Imagined Landscapes Imagikniting KAL

On the Easel 9:34 Finished Draw the Dictionary!

My chapbook

On the Table 16:34 Bernaise sauce from MtAoFC

Lobster party: lobsters from New England Lobster Market

Polenta lasagna, recipe forth-coming

Cilantro pesto

On the Nightstand 29:00 Melmoth by Sarah Perry

Big Alma by Bernice Scharlach

Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch

Milkman by Anna Burns

History of Bees by Maja Lunde

Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn

Reservoir 13 by Jon McGregor

Hazards of Time Travel by Joyce Carol Oates

Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty

Golden Hill: a novel of old New york by Francis Spufford

The Christmas Train by David Baldacci

Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver

Ladder to the Sky by John Boyne

On the Horizon 50:55 Stitches West

Knit Sweaters!

Big year for anniversaries and birthdays so big knitting

paint daily. Sew clothes.

What makes an ideal project bag?

Prep cooking

Vegetarian/more vegetables

Dinner: A Love Story post on weeknight vegetarian

Reading challenge to stretch types of books read

Read at least 1 book per week,

a presidential biography

Team of Rivals by Dolores Kearns Goodwin

In the Hurricane’s Eye by Nathaniel Philbrick

Becoming by Michelle Obama

planner: Ink + Volt

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Episode 5, December 13, 2018 On the Needles 1:50 Drums of Autumn MKAL

  • Rachel Roden
  • Destination Yarn Note (fingering, single, merino), Mt. Fuji
  • Mary Jane’s Attic, merino/bamboo, nylon, (dark grey)

Jimmy beans wool knitting craftvent calendar

SmartStix needles

Secret Christmas Knitting! Wait till next episode for info :)

Lionheart

  • Shannon Cook & Jane Richmond, Heart on My Sleeve collection
  • Plucky Knitter Trusty FIngering, sw merino, Love Potion No. 9, Heartbreaker
  • Sleeve knitting

Beekeeper Cardigan (the Four Day Sweater KAL by Marie Greene/Olive Knits)

On the Easel 8:30 Gift tags for Paradise, CA kids with Social Sketch!

My chapbook

Birds in December with Charlotte Hamilton (blueshineart)

Sense of the Holidays/Illustrated Holidays 2018

Nightlife at the California Academy of Sciences

On the Table 13:38 Chicken stew with biscuits from Barefoot Contessa Family

Empanada search

Bolognese with lots of carrots

America’s test kitchen New Essentials Cookbook

  • Tofu, spinach mushrooms brown rice with miso dressing
  • Unstuffed shells with butternut squash and ricotta
  • Crunchy Pork Chops with Winter Squash and Cranberry Sauce
  • Shrimp Pad Thai
  • Chicken & Cauliflower Tikka Masala
  • Thai-Style Pork Burgers with Sesame Green Beans

On the Nightstand 20:35

Bitter Orange by Claire Fuller

Hundred Thousand Kingdoms by NK Jemisin

Bellewether by Susanna Kingsley

I’ll Be Your Blue Sky by Marisa de los Santos

Melmoth by Sarah Perry

Down Memory Lane 26:13 Advent calendar by mom

Elves—daily magic, pranks, etc.

Sugar Cookies—dough & prebaked. Decorated with the kids on Christmas. It’s the only dessert! Recipe foibles…so I only use the Williams Sonoma recipe off the alphabet tin.

Cookie day

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

The Best Christmas by Lee Kingman

The Sweet Smell of Christmas by Patricia Scarry

Fir scented candle by Thymes

Twinings holiday tea

Trader joes holiday tea

David’s Tea mugs

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Episode 4, November 29, 2018 Worldwide Digital Preservation Day

We are now on GooglePlay and Apple Podcasts!

On the Needles 2:53 Pom poms!

Lionheart

  • Shannon Cook & Jane Richmond, Heart on My Sleeve collection
  • Plucky Knitter Trusty FIngering, sw merino, Love Potion No. 9, Heartbreaker
  • Sleeve knitting

Drums of Autumn MKAL

  • Rachel Roden
  • Destination Yarn Note (fingering, single, merino), Mt. Fuji
  • Mary Jane’s Attic, merino/bamboo, nylon, (dark grey)

Jimmy Beans Wool knitting craftvent calendar

2018 Advent scarf by Tricia Weatherston. You can click on her name to see past scarves

Monica’s So Faded sweater

Destination Yarn Great Lakes Collection

On the Easel 16:00 Gouachevember is wrapping up. Daria’s prompts have been awesome. Originally named “Gouachevember” by Patricia Nordeen a couple years ago when she and Sharon Nullmeyer set out to dedicate a month to gouache.

Birds in Winter stamps from the USPS

Birds in December with Charlotte Hamilton

5 Senses Christmas with Melissa Zahradnicek

Christmas Chapbook

On the Table 20:55 Thanksgiving recap

Thanksgiving by Sam Sifton

Homemade Mac and Cheese Bites

Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Truffles

Five Root Soup from Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall’s River Cottage Every Day

Cooking from stash (freezer sausage, rice salad, zucchini)

Turkey chimichangas

America’s Test Kitchen New Essentials Cookbook

Persian chicken with Pistachios and Mint from A Bird in the Hand by Diana Henry

On the Nightstand 36:14 The Idiot by Elif Batuman

Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver

Hundred Thousand Kingdoms by NK Jemisin

Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan

The Chosen Maiden by Eva Stachniak

Under the Tree 45:18 Stitch markers/project bags

  • Needle Runs Through It
  • Sexy Knitter
  • Slipped Stitch Studios
  • Little Skein in the Big Wool

Needle gauge necklace-- bought from Knit Purl in Portland which has since closed

Stitch Marker Necklaces from Never Not Knitting

Wrist rulers

  • Starlight Knitting Society
  • Knit circus

Rituals— candles & decorative matchbooks, music subscription, tea & mug.

Hand•book sketchbooks, Faber-Castell polychromos, Case for Making watercolors.

Sewists—cute fabric from Courtney Cerruti’s new line!

Creative Bug subscription!

Custom magnetic spice rack, and some spices, of course.

Anything truffled. Mustards. Jacobsen salts.

San Francisco Salt Company

Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany by Jane Mount

Book of the Month club

The Sketch Box

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Episode 3, November 15, 2018 Three Fish Studios

On the Needles 2:31 Lionheart

  • Shannon Cook & Jane Richmond, Heart on My Sleeve collection
  • Plucky Knitter Trusty FIngering, sw merino, Love Potion No. 9, Heartbreaker

Drums of Autumn MKAL

  • Rachel Roden
  • Destination Yarn Note (fingering, single, merino), Mt. Fuji
  • Mary Jane’s Attic, merino/bamboo, nylon, (dark grey)

On the Easel 7:42 Gouachevember

Christmas/holiday cards

On the Table 12:46 Beef fondue

Pear-chocolate cake from Flourless by Nicole Spiridakis

The French Laundry

Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street

Fattigmann Recipe

NYT Turkey Guide

Thanksgiving by Sam Sifton

On the Nightstand 31:23 A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles

Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith (JK Rowling)

The Idiot by Elif Batuman

A Ladder in the Sky by John Boyne

The Hearts Invisible Furies is the John Boyne I couldn’t remember but HIGHLY recommend.

War of the Wolf by Bernard Cornwall

The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui

Elizabeth’s Rival: The Tumultuous Life of the Countess of Leicester: The Romance and Conspiracy that Threatened Queen Elizabeth's Court by Nicola Tallis

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On the Needles 3:23 Autumn Leaves Linier Top by Sian Price-White

Destination Yarns Passport (fingering), Valley of the Queens, Destination Lane

Basic Beanie by Martine Ellis

KnitCircus greatest of ease, purgolder stripes-- purple to gold

Baby Christmas hats

Simple Baby Cap #1, Itty Bitty Hats by Susan B Anderson

Desert Vista Dyeworks DK, Holiday Stripe

Downpour Socks by Susie White, Lollipop Yarn, What’s new pussycat?

Once and Future Knitting: Outlander KAL, NaKniSweMo

  • Drums of Autumn MKAL by Rachel Roden

Amy Herzog: Ultimate Sweater Book, You Can Knit That

On the Easel 14:48 ArtSpan Open Studios

Gouachevember #gouachevember2018

Inktober

On the Table 21:16 Steel cut oats

Turkey chimichangas

Dinner: Changing the Game by Melissa Clark

  • Seared Tofu with Bacon, Shiitakes and Chives. Winter vegetable salad.
  • Broccoli soup
  • Stovetop fusilli with spinach, peas and gruyere

On the Nightstand 31:07 Transcription by Kate Atkinson

Origins by Dan Brown

Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith

Kill the Farm Boy by Delilah S. Dawson and Kevin Hearne

Lola Quartet by Emily StJohn Mandel

War of the Wolf by Bernard Cornwall

The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui

  • One City, One Book San Francisco

The Odyssey (graphic novel)

On the Road 44:18 Friends of the SFPL Big Book Sale

Plymouth Harbor Knits

Dirty Water DyeWorks, Lucia 75/25 SWM/Nylon, Wineberry

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In the Beginning On the Needles 0:47 high school hat Basic Beanie by Martine Ellis

KnitCircus greatest of ease, purgolder stripes-- purple to gold

Birthday shawl Autumn Leaves Linier Top by Sian Price-White

Destination Yarn passport (fingering), Valley of the Queens, Destination Lane

On the Easel 4:28 Simplicity amazing fit pants

ArtSpan open studios

On the Table 10:18 Heavenly harvest pork roast

Beef with broccoli from How To Cook without a Book by Pam Anderson

Classic White Layer Cake with Butter Frosting from The Best Recipe by Cook's Illustrated

Credo

SF-Marin Food Bank

Roasted butternut squash and risotto from 52 New Foods by Jennifer Tyler Lee

On the Nightstand 26:34

Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin

A Field Guide to California Lichen by Stephen Sharnoff

No Mistakes: a perfect workbook for imperfect artists by Keiko Agena

Three Evangelists by Fred Vargas

Time’s Convert by Deborah Harkness

Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders

Spoon River Anthology by Lee Edgar Masters

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Origin Stories On the Needles 2:59 You Can Knit That by Amy Herzog

On the Easel 4:55 ArtSpan open studios

On the Table 7:04 Bon Appetit

Mad Hungry by Lucinda Scala Quinn

Smitten Kitchen 

How to Cook Everything and How to Bake Everything by Mark Bittman

Dinner: A Love Story by Jenny Rosenstrach

  • Chicken with artichokes in creamy mustard sauce

Keepers and The Dinner Plan by Kathy Brennan and Caroline Campion

Dinner: Changing the Game by  Melissa Clark

On the Nightstand 20:08 Team of Rivals by Doris Kerns Goodwin

Peter Heller

  • The Dog Stars
  • Celine

Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

Alice Hoffman

  • The Dove Keepers
  • Practical Magic
  • Faerie Knitting with Lisa Hoffman
  • Rules of Magic

The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith

Dorothy Dunnett * Lymond Chronicles * King Hereafter

Kate Atkinson * Life After Life * Started Early, Took My Dog * Behind the Scenes at the Museum * Transcription

I am, I am, I am by Maggie O’Farrell

Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling 

Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness  

Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke

Discworld Series by Terry Pratchett

Valiant Ambition by Nathaniel Philbreck