Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 303
October 7, 2011
The Imperfectionists: "Bush Slumps…" Through "Europeans Are Lazy…"
Hi, Bookies: I hope everyone is enjoying The Imperfectionists. Thanks for reading along with me. I'm so excited to hear your thoughts. A quarter of the way in, I'm ready to classify the book [...]
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October 6, 2011
DIY Wine Cork Coasters via Apartment Therapy
Last week, Apartment Therapy shared these great wine cork coasters from Lizzy Joe Designs on Esty. They also pointed out that, if you're crafty (read: you own a glue gun), they'd be pretty easy [...]
"Frenvy"
After writing about finding her false teeth in the popcorn, I am thinking about my dear friend Hope. There was a moment, early in our friendship, when I realized that we envied each other. [...]
Day 14: A Seafood and Pasta Recipe
Today's recipe, Lemony Tuna and Olive Oil Pasta, was prepared by Kaitlyn Pirie, one of Real Simple's reporter/researchers. When I first saw the photo of the Lemony Tuna and Olive Oil Pasta in the [...]
If you were writing 'Advice for the Modern Age…'
….how much of Chapter 1 would you devote to Facebook? Would you include a list of Do's and Don'ts for tweeters to follow? Don't worry about sounding like the manners police. Busy bodies have [...]
Insider Tip: How To Apply Liquid Eyeliner
I'm always looking for tips on how to make applying make up easier. From eyeliner to red lips, make up artists always have little tricks that help daily. Last week I met with Rosie [...]
October 5, 2011
How to Peel Squash
Now that this cool weather staple is starting to show up in farmers' markets, grocery stores, and CSA boxes across the country, it's time you knew how to prepare it, too. If you cook [...]
Day 13: A New Way to Serve Lamb Chops
Today's recipe, Lamb Chops with Roasted Broccoli and Feta, was prepared by Julia Gilfillan, RealSimple.com's audience development manager. I hesitated to cook a meal from Month of Dinners for the same reason I rarely [...]
Pump Up Your Decor with Wallpaper
Comfortable, stylish, fresh yet familiar and "at home" is what most of us try to achieve as we're decorating our homes. For me, I'm all about creating a space that reflects those living in [...]
Pinhole Press for Personalized Party Items
Have you heard of Pinhole Press? They are a newish company that makes customizable printed items (that are well designed!), including these adorable party items. You can upload a photo and then make things [...]
