Author Archives: civilwarrose5

Bathroom Closet Project – Part 1

Posted on January 31, 2020 by civilwarrose5

Have you ever said to yourself, “Self, I’m going to work on this project and I should have it done in a few hours. Then I can go work on something that I actually enjoy!” Then once you get into … Continue reading →

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Project Linus Blanket #28

Posted on January 28, 2020 by civilwarrose5

Project Linus Blanket #28 “Another Gray and Red One” I think I’ve done three of these blankets with this color combination. I’m hoping that I’ve used up the last of the gray-black-red variegated yarn so that I don’t have any … Continue reading →

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January Woodworking

Posted on January 24, 2020 by civilwarrose5

It may seem like Jay is only machining things right now, but that’s not true. There are a few wood projects in the works that are keeping him busy. First up is yet another project for church. This time it’s … Continue reading →

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Machining CNC Router Parts

Posted on January 21, 2020 by civilwarrose5

Jay and I share many things in common, but one of them is the fact that we both have numerous hobbies that we tend to work on at the same time. Or at least, we tend to have numerous projects … Continue reading →

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Too Many Projects!

Posted on January 17, 2020 by civilwarrose5

I thought that once Christmas was done I would have more time to work on other projects. After all, my obligations would have been fulfilled. Right? Nope. What ends up happening is somebody will mention how much they like something… … Continue reading →

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Still Grieving

Posted on January 14, 2020 by civilwarrose5

In my last post I mentioned that we were going to take in a cat who was in need of a loving home. She arrived Friday evening, but by Saturday morning I had to have her picked up and taken … Continue reading →

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Real Life 1-10-20

Posted on January 10, 2020 by civilwarrose5

I thought it was about time that I give you guys another reason for being glad that your life isn’t as messy as mine. There used to be a show called, “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.” Well, this blog … Continue reading →

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A Horse Puppy

Posted on January 7, 2020 by civilwarrose5

My sister and I are cat people. Dogs are okay, but we would rather surround ourselves with cats. When she got married, her husband brought a “dog” into the relationship. You can’t really call Chloe a dog (she’s in the … Continue reading →

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A Wooden Surface

Posted on January 3, 2020 by civilwarrose5

I don’t know what to actually call one of the gifts that Jay made me for Christmas. It’s similar to an adjustable computer tray that you see in living rooms, but yet it’s slightly different. Let me tell you why … Continue reading →

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Crocheted Garments for Christmas

Posted on December 31, 2019 by civilwarrose5

I believe it was a few weeks ago when I posted that I wanted to make a new top to wear to Christmas Eve mass. I found the Abundant Motifs Tunic: I looked on Ravelry to see how many people … Continue reading →

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