Author Archives: ginnyscraftbasket

Bye Bye Plastic Bags

Posted on February 7, 2020

As of March 1st, there will be new regulations for the use of plastic bags in New York State.  Are you ready? I am trying to figure out just what an “exempt” plastic bag is.  Also,  does this affect me … Continue reading →

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A scrappy, snowy Saturday

Posted on January 21, 2020

The forecast for Saturday was for snow, sleet, some ice then rain. A perfect day for spending some time in my sewing room.   So that’s where I headed.  What should I work on?   I took out some fabric for some … Continue reading →

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Reflections on 2019

Posted on January 6, 2020

Happy New Year!  Here we are at the start of a new year.  I was thinking about all that 2019 included for us and Wow!!,  what a year.    We began the year with the birth of our granddaughter, Tessa. … Continue reading →

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Twas the Saturday before Christmas….

Posted on December 21, 2019

….. and all through the house there is so much stirring … but there  better not be a mouse! That would mean our cat Myrtle isn’t doing her job. It has been a very busy few months since I have … Continue reading →

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Craft Fair Tomorrow

Posted on September 7, 2019

It’s been a while since I’ve gotten to post.  We had a wonderful vacation in Vermont, even if it was a bit chilly and the wifi was a bit sporadic.  It was actually nice to disconnect for a bit.   Especially … Continue reading →

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‘Tis the Season

Posted on August 13, 2019

The workshop officially opened today. Time to get ready for the upcoming craft fair season. Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts

Posted on July 25, 2019

I know it’s July but I had a little reminder today from my little snowmen friends Yup, just 5 months ’til Christmas.  Of course, those who know me are aware that there are signs of Christmas around my house all … Continue reading →

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Sunday Snippit – Cabin Fever Heat Wave Style

Posted on July 21, 2019

Usually when I am planning out what we need from the store and what needs to be taken care of in preparation for a couple days spent in the house, it is because we are expecting a blizzard.   But not … Continue reading →

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Sunday Snippit on Monday

Posted on July 15, 2019

It sure has been a busy couple of weeks.  I missed posting last Sunday.  We had a quick visit with family and returned home on Monday.  I almost missed this week too but it’s  just one day later. It has … Continue reading →

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Sunday Snippit Time

Posted on June 30, 2019

It has been a busy week for sure culminating with a day spent in the city with my sis ending with a Hugh Jackman concert.   Absolutely phenomenal!  Words cannot aptly describe what an amazing performer he is. With the 4th … Continue reading →

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