This article was published more than 4 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump on Friday shattered several decades of protocol — and possibly violated a federal directive — by hinting strongly that the monthly U.S. jobs report would be a rosy one 69 minutes before its release.In an 11-word Twitter post, Trump jolted financial markets and provided the latest example of how he is reshaping the presidency to fit his freewheeling impulses, pushing aside years of tight controls on the public release of sensitive material that were put in place by Republicans and Democrats.“Looking forward...…This article was published more than 4 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump on Friday shattered several decades of protocol — and possibly violated a federal directive — by hinting strongly that the monthly U.S. jobs report would be a rosy one 69 minutes before its release.In an 11-word Twitter post, Trump jolted financial markets and provided the latest example of how he is reshaping the presidency to fit his freewheeling impulses, pushing aside years of tight controls on the public release of sensitive material that were put in place by Republicans and Democrats.“Looking forward...WW…

Skip to contentCrochet Southwest Spirit: Over 20 Bohemian Crochet Patterns Inspired by the American Southwest by Susan Kennedy is a colorful new crochet pattern book from David & Charles Publishing  Today I’ll be sharing my in-depth review of Crochet Southwest Spirit and it’s unique collection of patterns for home décor and accessory projects.I have a copy of this book to give away to one lucky winner. Be sure to read to the end of the review for an opportunity to enter to win a copy of Crochet Southwest Spirit!  Thanks to David & Charles for providing me with this book...…Skip to contentCrochet Southwest Spirit: Over 20 Bohemian Crochet Patterns Inspired by the American Southwest by Susan Kennedy is a colorful new crochet pattern book from David & Charles Publishing  Today I’ll be sharing my in-depth review of Crochet Southwest Spirit and it’s unique collection of patterns for home décor and accessory projects.I have a copy of this book to give away to one lucky winner. Be sure to read to the end of the review for an opportunity to enter to win a copy of Crochet Southwest Spirit!  Thanks to David & Charles for providing me with this book...WW…

This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift ShareThis story was featured in Drop Me The Link, our one-story election newsletter. President Trump and his campaign team are grappling with how to resuscitate his imperiled reelection effort amid a wave of polling that shows him badly trailing presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and losing traction even among core constituencies.Some Trump advisers and allies are privately pushing for sweeping changes to the campaign, including the idea of a major staff shake-up and trying to convince the president to be more...…This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift ShareThis story was featured in Drop Me The Link, our one-story election newsletter. President Trump and his campaign team are grappling with how to resuscitate his imperiled reelection effort amid a wave of polling that shows him badly trailing presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and losing traction even among core constituencies.Some Trump advisers and allies are privately pushing for sweeping changes to the campaign, including the idea of a major staff shake-up and trying to convince the president to be more...WW…

Skip to contentAmigurumi ghosts make for some super cute Halloween decorations!  My mini amigrumi ghost pattern, Fab-Boo-Lous Crochet Ghosts, is a quick and easy amigurumi pattern that’ll have you getting into the spooky season spirit in no time.  This crochet ghost pattern is made with basic stitches and a step-by-step free youtube tutorial to walk you through the project from beginning to end.  Best of all – this is a no-sew amigurumi pattern!*This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small  commission from qualifying purchases made through...…Skip to contentAmigurumi ghosts make for some super cute Halloween decorations!  My mini amigrumi ghost pattern, Fab-Boo-Lous Crochet Ghosts, is a quick and easy amigurumi pattern that’ll have you getting into the spooky season spirit in no time.  This crochet ghost pattern is made with basic stitches and a step-by-step free youtube tutorial to walk you through the project from beginning to end.  Best of all – this is a no-sew amigurumi pattern!*This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small  commission from qualifying purchases made through...WW…

Skip to contentThe spooky season is upon us and today I’m going to share my no-sew free crochet ghost pattern to make some adorable, friendly ghosts, complete with a full video tutorial to walk you through the project step-by-step.  This project uses basic stitches like single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches and the video tutorial is perfect for amigurumi beginners that want to give a quick, Halloween crochet project a try.*This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small  commission from qualifying purchases made through these links at no...…Skip to contentThe spooky season is upon us and today I’m going to share my no-sew free crochet ghost pattern to make some adorable, friendly ghosts, complete with a full video tutorial to walk you through the project step-by-step.  This project uses basic stitches like single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches and the video tutorial is perfect for amigurumi beginners that want to give a quick, Halloween crochet project a try.*This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small  commission from qualifying purchases made through these links at no...WW…

This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift ShareA sea of empty seats in a Tulsa arena on Saturday set off a furious round of finger-pointing and recriminations around President Trump’s campaign that continued through Monday, amplifying the president and his team’s struggle to find their footing amid national and political crises.Trump has fumed about his campaign manager Brad Parscale over the , campaign officials are engaged in whisper campaigns against their colleagues, and some Trump allies are calling for a dramatic reorganization of , according to several current...…This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift ShareA sea of empty seats in a Tulsa arena on Saturday set off a furious round of finger-pointing and recriminations around President Trump’s campaign that continued through Monday, amplifying the president and his team’s struggle to find their footing amid national and political crises.Trump has fumed about his campaign manager Brad Parscale over the , campaign officials are engaged in whisper campaigns against their colleagues, and some Trump allies are calling for a dramatic reorganization of , according to several current...WW…

Skip to contentToday’s Crochet Firefighter Doll Outfit Pattern was created based on reader feedback requesting more patterns to turn my customisable dolls (Advent Adam, Addy & Amy) into career dolls.  The most requested career costume was for a firewoman / fireman doll.This easy pattern includes detailed instructions, a step-by-step video tutorial and some photo references to help you through the embroidery.All you’ll need is a little yarn, some time and buttons and you’ll soon have your own unique doll that makes a great gift for a child whose aspirational career goal is to...…Skip to contentToday’s Crochet Firefighter Doll Outfit Pattern was created based on reader feedback requesting more patterns to turn my customisable dolls (Advent Adam, Addy & Amy) into career dolls.  The most requested career costume was for a firewoman / fireman doll.This easy pattern includes detailed instructions, a step-by-step video tutorial and some photo references to help you through the embroidery.All you’ll need is a little yarn, some time and buttons and you’ll soon have your own unique doll that makes a great gift for a child whose aspirational career goal is to...WW…

This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump, besieged by a long season of crisis, wanted to create an iconic moment.Less than one hour after federal authorities forcibly removed peaceful protesters from Lafayette Square, the president emerged with military leaders from the fortified White House — the air still thick with the acrid smell of tear gas — to pose for pictures holding a Bible in front of a historical church.The moment was indeed iconic. But it spawned yet another crisis for the president.The succession of images from Lafayette Square on...…This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump, besieged by a long season of crisis, wanted to create an iconic moment.Less than one hour after federal authorities forcibly removed peaceful protesters from Lafayette Square, the president emerged with military leaders from the fortified White House — the air still thick with the acrid smell of tear gas — to pose for pictures holding a Bible in front of a historical church.The moment was indeed iconic. But it spawned yet another crisis for the president.The succession of images from Lafayette Square on...WW…

This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump sparked another uproar Tuesday with a tweet endorsing the baseless conspiracy theory that a 75-year-old protester in Buffalo, seen on video being pushed to the ground by police last week, could have been part of a “set up” coordinated by anti-fascist demonstrators.Trump’s speculation — which originated on a conspiracy-theory website and was not supported by any evidence — came as the president is already struggling to manage both a deadly pandemic and racial unrest across the nation. The missive...…This article was published more than 2 years agoCommentGift SharePresident Trump sparked another uproar Tuesday with a tweet endorsing the baseless conspiracy theory that a 75-year-old protester in Buffalo, seen on video being pushed to the ground by police last week, could have been part of a “set up” coordinated by anti-fascist demonstrators.Trump’s speculation — which originated on a conspiracy-theory website and was not supported by any evidence — came as the president is already struggling to manage both a deadly pandemic and racial unrest across the nation. The missive...WW…

Skip to contentThe Hooktionary: A Crochet Dictionary of 150 Modern Tapestry Crochet Motifs is the latest book by Brenda K.B Anderson promising makers the ability to “create bold, modern and fun tapestry crochet designs” using the graphic designs in the book.  Today I’ll be sharing my in-depth review of The Hooktionary as an experienced tapestry crochet designer and crochet instructor.  Thanks to our friends at David & Charles publishing, I have a copy of this book to give away to one lucky winner. Be sure to read to the end of the review for an opportunity to enter to win a...…Skip to contentThe Hooktionary: A Crochet Dictionary of 150 Modern Tapestry Crochet Motifs is the latest book by Brenda K.B Anderson promising makers the ability to “create bold, modern and fun tapestry crochet designs” using the graphic designs in the book.  Today I’ll be sharing my in-depth review of The Hooktionary as an experienced tapestry crochet designer and crochet instructor.  Thanks to our friends at David & Charles publishing, I have a copy of this book to give away to one lucky winner. Be sure to read to the end of the review for an opportunity to enter to win a...WW…