Tara explores

I'm a maker , business-explorer, author, and Starship Captain. I love an experiment. Ask me anything!

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Before our son was born, my husband and I got into the idea of cloth diapers even though most of our friends and family put it down. Maybe you are here because you are intimidated like we were. via Pocket

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When #spotifydiscover knows me perfectly:

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I’m gonna use this for adults I know too

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So, what if, instead of thinking about solving your whole life, you just think about adding additional good things. One at a time. Just let your pile of good things grow.

Rainbow Rowell, Attachments (via wordsnquotes)

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Spotify randomly played me "Sunshine, Lollipops & Rainbows" at perfect moment - just as racists at coffeeshop started talking loudly.

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Spotify randomly played me "Sunshine, Lollipops & Rainbows" at perfect moment - just as racists at coffeeshop started talking loudly. I had to giggle (& turn it up).

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A superhero I can stand behind.

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A bright corner of my studio featuring my @sakuraofamerica Koi Brush Pen collection & my I Am An Artist tote bag (available in my Etsy shop - great gifts for grads, BTW!!) // lisacongdon.etsy.com 💙 by lisacongdon http://ift.tt/1TIr0gM

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My crazy work schedule is preventing outfit pics, so here's some puppy cuteness instead 🐶 #apupnamedalastor #chihuahuapuppy by meganluvsjewels http://ift.tt/1UsiIfm

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First summer dress for my #handmadewardrobe done! There is something very rewarding and soothing about handfinishing a garment. #makermay16 #mmmay16 #handsewn #handsewing by owlcatdesigns http://ift.tt/1XNkRES

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Exclusive Space Colorways from, get ready, @threeirishgirlsyarn are up in the website! We couldn't be more excited to bring you DJ Space Kitty, Hyperspace, Mork from Ork, Pigs in Space, and Put A Ring On It 🚀 #eatsleepknit #threeirishgirlsyarn #instaknit #knitstagram #yarn #knitting #space #exclusive by eatsleepknitters http://ift.tt/1TIrDXy

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One of the things you might not know about me is my absolute LOVE of something well designed, and the true pain I feel when something is poorly designed. My biz mission includes to improve the quality of knitting designs out in the world, one pattern at a time! #monthofbizlove #techeditor #design #knitting by dancinggeek http://ift.tt/1XcuaQk

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Day 2 of the #monthofbizlove by the incredible @taraswiger: Mission Statements . External mission: To inspire, encourage and empower the fiber community to fearlessly create. To strengthen the community at the same time. . Internal Mission: To enable me to pay for the healthcare my family and I are comfortable with. To enable me to stay home as a mommy and wife. To support my deep need for community and creativity. To have the kind of income that allows me to support the kind of people I believe in with every purchase. by graceshalomhopkins http://ift.tt/25qqVWo

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The last month included returning from my holiday, dealing with jet lag and toddler jet lag and trying to get back on track. Two big lessons I've learned (again): 1. Sleep is priority number one or I turn into an absolute psycho. 2. Have patience. Making one off hats often means it takes a while for the right person to come along. This one sold after spending more than a year (maybe two?) in the Blackheath Hub. #monthofbizlove by tanithrowan http://ift.tt/1Xcu9Mg

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I had a lightbulb moment - I realized I'm my own boss and gosh darn it, I can luxuriate in taking the time to work on swatches if I want to. Also, I invested in new video equipment for Periscope and YouTube. Last time I tried to scope the tripod literally fell apart in my hands! I need to start setting mini goals for video tutorials, so they are less intimidating and I'll do them. You guys want them, I want to do them, time to give it a go. Let me tell you a story. About 20 years ago someone very important to me sat me down, and with the best intentions, said I could never pursue art because it was only for people with natural talent. That person than went on to list all the evidence that I had no talent. When someone tells me I can't do something - I want to do it even more. But I certainly also felt adrift and hurt and uncertain. I don't want anyone else to feel that way. Art is communication, or contemplation, or a way to fold something external into our hearts. Those things are all human, and we can all do them. Art is for everyone. Whew! Thanks for sticking with me through all that! #monthofbizlove #swatches #colors #waxingpoetical #rambling by unspookylaughter http://ift.tt/1P1vi0O

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Just finished up my May month review over on Periscope feel free to check it out. Overall I am happy with how the month turned out but so much to improve. #monthofbizlove #pericrafters #mycreativebiz #mycrochetlife by myprettybrowndoll http://ift.tt/1XctZED