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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 6 Apr 13

I might start using Picaso for my new blogs. I have some with Photo Bucket, but that just seems to tedious..but Picaso seems to have a direct link to the blogs, in that when I go to post a picture it gives me the option to Browse...

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my52cents If you're happy with the photo editor you use, then no, you don't really need Picasa. Your plan sounds good. And the only reason I know as much about Picasa as I do (and I'm sure I know far from everything about it) is because I've been using it for so...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 6 Apr 13

I might start using Picaso for my new blogs. I have some with Photo Bucket, but that just seems to tedious..but Picaso seems to have a direct link to the blogs, in that when I go to post a picture it gives me the option to Browse...

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my52cents You don't have to worry about transferring your HD pictures to Picasa. They're there automatically. Just open Picasa from your desktop and look at your pictures. They're filed by date and by any folders that you've created. When you upload a new picture, just...

7 Apr 13

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 6 Apr 13

I might start using Picaso for my new blogs. I have some with Photo Bucket, but that just seems to tedious..but Picaso seems to have a direct link to the blogs, in that when I go to post a picture it gives me the option to Browse...

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my52cents Picasa and Blogger are both owned by Google, so that's why everything is connected. Picasa catalogues all the pictures that you have on your hard drive and they're always backed up so you can view them from any computer. But I don't know if you can delete...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 28 Mar 13

So many blog posts I read have a cute, decorative signature as the blogger "signs" the post. How do you do that? I see the options are very limited in the post page...anyone know how to make those whimsical decorative signatures...

blog signature

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my52cents I think this is where I got mine - http://www.mylivesignature.com/mls_wizard1_1.php Follow the steps to get the code.

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 24 Mar 13

I am looking for a pattern for a large purse/tote for a 7 year old. I intended on doing a jean purse like I used to, but I think I want something bigger and more "girly" for her age. I plan to make it like a travel bag...a book,...

girls bag

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my52cents I don't have a pattern for you, but I have an idea. Look up patterns for messenger bags, then use the denim but use a flowery fabric to make a ruffle to go around the flap. Then use that same flowery fabric to make inside pouches sized for pencils, makeup,...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 20 Mar 13

EVer been to a store and asked by the cashier for your zip code? Happens ALL the time to me! I tell them no just cause I don't want to be bothered giving out more info about me...and others in line can hear and all that. They...

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my52cents I don't like to give my zip code, but on the other hand when we eat at Sonic (drive-in, eating outside, ordering through a speaker) I figure that they use that information to confirm the billing address on my debit/credit card. If I were to lose that card and...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 7 Mar 13

So in my quilting endeavors.. I opened an Etsy Shop trying to sell them. You can see the link in my profile. But...I was thinking, once you buy a quilt..you usually don't go buy another one...so I am limited on my (hopeful)...

pillow case

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my52cents She's right - moustaches are very in! Travel pillows, like maybe you'd take on an airplane or just keep in the car. Or take to the hospital when you have chemo if you didn't want to lug a full-size pillow. I wish you could have seen the ones my friend...

8 Mar 13

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 7 Mar 13

So in my quilting endeavors.. I opened an Etsy Shop trying to sell them. You can see the link in my profile. But...I was thinking, once you buy a quilt..you usually don't go buy another one...so I am limited on my (hopeful)...

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my52cents P.S. Bright pillow cases are fabulous gifts for cancer patients. Consider making travel size pillowcases, too. I'm going to be watching your store!

8 Mar 13

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 7 Mar 13

So in my quilting endeavors.. I opened an Etsy Shop trying to sell them. You can see the link in my profile. But...I was thinking, once you buy a quilt..you usually don't go buy another one...so I am limited on my (hopeful)...

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my52cents I love, love, love the idea of adding pillow cases to your Etsy store! I have a friend who makes colorful pillow cases for friends and they're awesome! Even if you make pillow cases that don't go with any quilts I think they'll sell if they're priced right....

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 3 Jan 13

Yahoo has used up my patience. THey change things and to me they are not needed to be changed and although I eventually get used to them, they have deleted the delete button at the bottom of the page as you READ the email. Now you...

email browser

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my52cents I use gmail for my email, have for years. It's simple and dependable and can be accessed from any browser, any computer, anywhere. I have a yahoo account too, I suppose because I'm in yahoo groups maybe? I've had it for years but haven't used it for almost as...

3 Jan 13

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 27 Nov 12

I am just chatting around here on MyLot..and looked at the time and it is 4:53pm. I have to leave at 6pm for an MRI so I have to stop and start getting ready to leave in an hour. I just happen to look up at the top of the screen...

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my52cents I agree!

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 31 May 12

I have been trying to make a good homemade pizza crust/dough for some time now. And finally am really close! I use a bread machine and the recipe that comes with the machine. The crust was ok. Crispy like I like it, but thin and...

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my52cents LOL No subliminal message intended, but I think I know what you mean and it's a great idea! I had mine for a number of years, too. Sometimes you don't miss things until they're gone. Yep, I should look into getting one. Glad you have room to use yours now!

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 31 May 12

I have been trying to make a good homemade pizza crust/dough for some time now. And finally am really close! I use a bread machine and the recipe that comes with the machine. The crust was ok. Crispy like I like it, but thin and...

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my52cents After this, I really may have to start looking for a new bread machine! I haven't replaced mine since our fire, but I hadn't used it much in a few years. The idea of pizza crust, though, and especially with the egg idea, sounds so very good. And since I love...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 28 Apr 12

Just posted pics of the 3 quilts I finished this week. Minnie Mouse, Strawberry Shortcake and American Flag. I have to keep at least 2 projects going at once as I get tired of working with the same color, the same pattern, the...

crafts

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my52cents My mother offered to send some of her quilt projects that she has started. She had a retinal detachment two years ago and can't really see well enough to sew much anymore. I told her to hold off, but when I retire in a couple of years I just might have to see...

30 Apr 12

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 28 Apr 12

Just posted pics of the 3 quilts I finished this week. Minnie Mouse, Strawberry Shortcake and American Flag. I have to keep at least 2 projects going at once as I get tired of working with the same color, the same pattern, the...

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my52cents They're absolutely beautiful, all of them! I know the grands will love them! My brother is coming to visit next month and bringing me one of my mom's sewing machines since I lost mine in our fire. Not totally sure what I'll do, but I'll start small and see...

28 Apr 12

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almond24 @almond24 (1248) • Hungary 3 Mar 12

Spring is here finally. The sun is shining, and it's getting nice warm outside. It makes me feel happy, I was born in August, and I love spring and summer - our climate is continental. In the winters I'm rather...

season of birth

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my52cents Interesting thought that I had never considered. I was born in August, too, and definitely prefer spring, summer, and fall, though I appreciate winter and it's not so bad to be out as long as I'm dressed for it. I'd much rather be out in hot weather than cold,...

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 11 Feb 12

So I started a quilt for my grand daughter of Strawberry Shortcake theme. I got alot cut out and assembled, then realized I needed something in the center...I had done it backwards...you either start from the center and work out...

making a quilt

quilting

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my52cents We've been on the receiving end a whole lot lately, too, AmbiePam!

11 Feb 12

coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 11 Feb 12

So I started a quilt for my grand daughter of Strawberry Shortcake theme. I got alot cut out and assembled, then realized I needed something in the center...I had done it backwards...you either start from the center and work out...

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my52cents That is a great story! God, indeed, is in the blessing business!

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 6 Feb 12

Just finished the t-shirt quilt for my 5yo GD...didn't have many t's to choose from so some of the blocks are fabric of things that meant something to her, like fabric from the first princess dress I made her, from the toothfairy...

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my52cents Sounds like a great topic for a Squidoo lens!

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coffeebreak @coffeebreak (17798) • United States 30 Jan 12

The preview show was on last night, I started it, but fell asleep! I saw one island, two tribes and their hopes for more personal drama from that. I saw where there is no Redemption Island, but still hidden Immunity Idols..and if...

survivor

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my52cents I know the meanness, anger, bickering, and back stabbing exist, but mostly the show is edited to show all that. Presumably it continues to work, although I think recent seasons have had fewer viewers. Last season I hardly watched. This season I'm hoping...

30 Jan 12

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