P is for Peony - Sugar Flower - #atozchallenge 2024

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Peony

Sugar Flower

My interest in cake decorating has mainly been in the making of sugar flowers, even when I was teaching. Maybe even before that. Decorating cookies is next in line and you can see some of those, over here. 

As part of the process to create this flower, I had researched more than one source, and reviewed several blog tutorials, youtube videos, and pictures, before starting the entire process. While working on the flower petals and leaves, I referred back to a few pictures and videos but mainly attempted to create without any extra input.  

O is for Outside (Exterior Decor) - #atozchallenge 2024

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Outside (Exterior)

Balcony & Gardening Items

These are some of my Pinterest boards that reflect what I would like to have outside of the Apartment, on my balcony. There are also outdoor items related to gardening and flowers, which might be adapted for the balcony or inside the Apt. Some of the items could be useful during Hurricane season when there might be a power outage or some other emergency.

N is for NOTEBOOKS - #atozchallenge 2024

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Notebooks

(for Writing & Blogging)

Prior to 2017, I had a process that was less digital and more "old school" for anything that was writing related. This process involved binders full of articles and notes, as well as a typewriter, index cards, and lots of (physical) notebooks. I had a computer as part of a home office setup, and had tried a few digital products for writing but had mainly preferred to write things first in non digital ways. It seemed better to me, to move the work to a digital format at a later time, once it was ready. 

Of course, the more I worked on these writing related things, it became difficult to keep track of all of the notes and work in paper form.  I investigated different methods for organizing and tried a few of them but couldn't seem to find anything that really worked for me, or my brain, lol.

M is for Miniatures and Model Making - #atozchallenge 2024

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Miniatures

and

Model Making

Today I am sharing links to resources for many of my favorite Miniature or Model Making Artists across the internet. Many offer free tutorials or printable projects that will allow you to create your own models or miniature items. There are a variety of mini and model types, mediums, and inspiration to appreciate in this list of links. No affiliation, just appreciation and admiration. ;)

L is for LOVE - #atozchallenge 2024

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LOVE

Thoughts about love...

Whatever is based in love, should not be shamed.