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A Different Journey

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A Different Journey

Recently we were asked to make a series of urns for a family.  Our pieces are usually used for dining, serving, home entertaining or home decor.  When we started to work, we found that making an urn is a different journey for an artist.  An urn means a lot to the family and their memories.  When we were asked to make four urns it took a lot of thought and planning. 4 We chose the theme of trees because of the historical significance and symbolism of a tree.  Symbolism of leaves. The tree of life is a symbol of new beginnings and...

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Way too Much Zucchini

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Way too Much Zucchini

Threw is a saying that this time of year you shouldn’t drive around with your windows down because people will fill your car with zucchini. Now I love zucchini more than most people, but we have managed to almost pick enough to fill our from 3 plants in our raised beds. I have never seen leaves this size or plants that were so productive. 

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Herbal Cheese Spread

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Herbal Cheese Spread

Herbal cheeses and cheese spreads you see in the stores cost about $12 per pound.  This recipe can be made for $4 +/- a pound. 

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