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The Secret Cost of Grief: Why You Need to Read Addie LaRue
Version 1.0.0 Honestly, put your phone down for a second and just listen (unless, of course, you are reading this on your phone!), because I am still thinking about this book. I just finished V.E. Schwab’s The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, and I’m telling you, it’s not just a “must-read.” It’s a “must-experience.” It didn’t feel like I was consuming fiction; it felt like holding up a mirror to…
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Unleashing My Creativity: How the Boox Note Air 4C Fuels My Creative Projects (and Keeps Me Organized!)
The Creative’s Clutter (and My Digital Escape) My creative space used to be a beautiful mess. Patterns, sketches, and half-finished ideas lived in different notebooks and scattered files. It felt inspiring, but ideas were getting lost in the clutter. Then came the Boox Note Air 4C. This single device changed how I manage sewing plans, knitting patterns, and writing projects. It turned my chaotic…
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Ever wondered if your "guilty pleasure" is actually your secret superpower? 📺✍️ My love for vintage soap operas (think One Life to Live, General Hospital) isn't just nostalgia; it's a surprising key to focus and creativity! From knitting while pregnant to raising my kids with these dramas in the background, they've been my unconventional creative muse. They offer that perfect "distraction-lite" I need to get my best work done. Discover why your old-school TV habit might be your ultimate creative secret weapon. Read on! 👇 #WritingCommunity #ProductivityHacks #VintageSoaps #CreativeProcess #Nostalgia #WriterLife #WorkFromHomeTips #HiddenGems #PopCulture #BloggerLife #ComfortWatching #SoapOpera #GeniusHabits
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🧶✨ New on the blog: “Soft Power, Hard Truths: Knitting, Control, and Creative Defiance” Knitting isn't just cozy—it’s political. From the guillotine to the trenches to today’s stitch circles, this piece unravels how knitting has been used as both control and resistance—and how we reclaim it as power, protest, and connection. Whether you're crafting a protest square or a pair of socks, you're part of something deeper than yarn and needles. #KnittingHistory #Craftivism #MargaretAtwood #KnittingAsResistance #YarnWithPurpose #SaskatoonStitcher
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BOOK REVIEW: Frostbitten Roots: How Robert Boschman Unearths the Heart of Prince Albert
White Coal City: A Memoir of Place and Family by Robert BoschmanPaperback, 308 pagesPublished by University of Regina Press (2021)ISBN: 9780889777965 REVIEW: Frostbitten Roots: How Robert Boschman Unearths the Heart of Prince Albert Review by Bonnie Zink In White Coal City, Robert Boschman takes us on a deeply personal journey that intertwines his family’s history with the industrial legacy…
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Wrangling Your Yarn Stash (and Life!) with Wekan: An Open-Source Love Story
Are you a crafter who’s drowning in a sea of yarn, fabric, and half-finished projects? Do you find yourself losing track of your patterns, supplies, and progress? If so, then you need to discover the power of Wekan! Wekan is a free and open-source kanban board—a visual system for managing work as it moves through a process—that can help you organize your crafting life and take your projects to…
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Singer Sewing Machines: Crafting Community in Western Canada
Singer sewing machines hold a special place in my heart, and I suspect they do for many Western Canadians too. I remember my mom and my grandmother teaching me to sew on their old Singers – it felt like every household had one! (Head, 2008) – and now I have 17 working Singers in my own home that I use. This machine wasn’t just a tool; it was a lifeline for creativity, resourcefulness, and…
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Granny Square Glory: The Comeback of the Ages
Granny squares are back, and they’re better than ever! You might remember them from their heyday in the 1970s, when they were the prized jewels of the living room, draped over couches in avocado green, burnt orange, and mustard yellow. These little crochet gems have been around for decades, but their current revival is making them seriously chic. I recently crocheted a granny square coatigan…
Threads of Belonging: Exploring Community and Culture in Knit Lit
Knit Lit weaves heartwarming tales of community and creativity through knitting.
Review by Bonnie Zink Editors: Linda Roghaar and Molly Wolfe Series Title: Knit Lit, Knit Lit (Too), and Knit Lit the Third Publication Date: Various, starting in 2000 Publisher: Various You know, knitting has always been more than just needles and yarn for me. It’s about connecting, building something together, and finding a community wherever you go. When I first moved to Saskatoon, I…
Stitching Together the Frayed Threads of Grief: A Journey Through The Knitting Circle -- by Bonnie Zink
Just finished The Knitting Circle by Ann Hood. A poignant tale of grief, healing, and the power of connection through crafting. Knitting becomes more than just a hobby; it’s a lifeline. Check out my heartfelt review! #TheKnittingCircle #AnnHood
Title: The Knitting Circle Author: Ann Hood Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company Publication Date: 2007 ISBN: 978-0-393-05901-4 Ann Hood’s The Knitting Circle is a poignant exploration of grief, resilience, and the power of human connection. At the heart of this narrative is Mary Baxter, a mother devastated by the sudden loss of her five-year-old daughter, Stella, to meningitis. Hood crafts a…
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Navigating the Chaos: Insights from Rough Magic on Living with Borderline Personality Disorder -- Review by Bonnie Zink
Rough Magic by Miranda Newman is a candid memoir about living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Newman’s personal account reveals the challenges and stigma of BPD, offering crucial insights for patients and caregivers.
Rough Magic: Living with Borderline Personality Disorder by Miranda Newman 307 Pages McClelland and Stuart, Canada ISBN: 978-0-7710-0676-0 Rough Magic: Living with Borderline Personality Disorder by Miranda Newman is a powerful and deeply personal memoir that offers a glimpse into living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Written from the perspective of someone directly…
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Cutting Big, Writing Small: A Review of "Writing Tools" by Roy Peter Clark
Discover the true joy of writing with Clark’s book, a masterclass in refining your ideas. Find satisfaction in the art of cutting away excess to achieve clarity. His insightful advice on revision and trimming excess offers a practical blueprint for sharpe
Review of “Writing Tools: 50 Essential Strategies for Every Writer” by Roy Peter Clark Title: Writing Tools: 55 Essential Strategies for Every Writer (10th Anniversary Edition) Author: Roy Peter Clark Publisher: Little, Brown and Company Publication Date: January 26, 2016 Page Count: 352 pages ISBN: 978-0316282178 If you’re like me and believe that every word should pull its weight,…
The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness by Elyn R. Saks – Book Review
“In those manic moments, I felt invincible, like I could do anything, be anyone. But the highs were always followed by crushing lows, and the chaos I created during those times was often too much to undo.”
by Elyn R. Saks 340 pages Published by New York: Hyperion (2007) Review by Bonnie Zink $26.99 on Amazon.ca Elyn R. Saks’ memoir, The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness, is a powerful and deeply moving exploration of life with schizophrenia. As someone who has experienced the impact of this disease firsthand within my own family, this book felt deeply personal and hit close to…
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Herbology and Spiritualism: The Apothecary's Garden Novel | Inspiring Resilience and Creative Growth
Your next summer read is The Apolthecary's Garden by Jeanette Lynes.
HarperCollins Publishers (Toronto, Canada, 2022) | Paperback (356 pages) | ISBN: 978-14434-6466-6 You may already know that I am a reader and I read a lot. It isn’t often that I find a read that connects to my on a deeper level. This is one of those novels. If you are undecided on what to read next, this one ought to make your list. It is widely available thorugh most booksellers, but I…
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#Racist, #colonialist #SaskParty dog-whistling
#Racist, #colonialist #SaskParty dog-whistling
I made my calls. Will you make yours?
These folks are not disturbing the peace nor are they violent. When will this government talk to these folks rather than engage in costly and ineffective court cases.
The campers have my support. The Saskatchewan Party does not.
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Good Story and Good food
Good story and good food. Oprah's book is a hit.
Food, Health and Happiness: 115 On-Point Recipes for Great Meals and a Better Life by Oprah Winfrey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I’ve loved all things Oprah for what seams like my entire life. Oprah introduced me to new gadgets, new ways of living, and helped me see a better way of being. This book is a continuation of that learning.
This book is a memoir and a cook book. I mostly bought it for the…
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Lavender, 1948 Singer 201K-3
Singer 1948 201K-3 #sewing machine #Vintage
I’m a Singer girl. I’ve flirted with other machines (I even had a White 77 Rotary machine), but always return to my first love. All but one of my collection are Singers. They stitch straight and true and never disappoint. I love all my Singers. There is one, though, that has risen up through the ranks to become my main machine. She is the Rolls Royce of all machines. She makes the most perfect…
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