review – Lisa s Everyday Life

Modern Colored Pencils

November 30, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Modern Colored Pencil: A playful and contemporary exploration of colored pencil drawing - Includes 75+ Projects and Techniques (Modern Series Learn to use colored pencils and watercolor pencils to create vibrant, exciting works of art! Modern Colored Pencil delves into all the basic techniques and concepts required to create fresh, colorful works of colored pencil art. Talented [...]

Book Spotlight, crafts, review

Sew Cute Quilts and Gifts

November 20, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Sew Cute Quilts and Gifts: 30 Lovely Bags, Quilts and Accessories to Stitch, Applique & Embroider Sew Cute Quilts and Bags is a colorful collection of quilts, bags and accessories from beloved designer Atsuko Matsuyama. Originally published in Japan, Sew Cute Quilts and Bags showcases the author’s inspiring use of color and retro design style. [...]

Book Spotlight, review

Back to Christmas

November 19, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

- Children Christmas book : https://www.amazon.com/Dennis-Canfield/e/B0069RZKCQ/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1 Find out what happens when the elf in charge of labeling humans naughty or nice tries to save his job at the expense of a family that's forgotten the meaning of Christmas. Kirkus Reviews calls Back to Christmas "A wonderful addition to any Christmas story collection." Audiofile Magazine says this story [...]

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The Oregon Trail Romance

November 19, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

At the Library this Tuesday : Nine romantic adventures take readers along for a ride on the Oregon Trail where daily challenges force travelers to evaluate the things that are most precious to them—including love. Enjoy the trip through a fascinating part of history through the eyes of remarkably strong characters who stop at famous [...]

Book Spotlight, DIY Home, review

Embroidered Kitchen Garden: Vegetable, Herb & Flower Motifs to Stitch & Savor

September 20, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Vegetable, Herb & Flower Motifs to Stitch & Savor by Kazuko Aoki Zakka Workshop https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AKazuko+Aoki&s=relevancerank&text=Kazuko+Aoki&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 Embroidery artist and avid gardener Kazuko Aoki shares her newest collection of exquisite designs inspired by her very own kitchen garden. This bountiful assortment of embroidery motifs includes everyone’s favorite garden treats. From humble tomatoes and radishes to show-stopping figs and [...]

Cookbooks, review

Book Review * The Best Veggie Burgers on the Planet

August 1, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Hold on to your buns, the burger revolution has begun! The Best Veggie Burgers on the Planettakes the popular veggie burger to the next level of flavor and fun with more than 100 daringly delicious, internationally inspired vegan burgers—burgers that stack up to any patty around (meat-full or meat-free) and will wow not only your vegetarian [...]

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Book Review * No More Time

July 23, 2019by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

A Dodie O'Dell Mystery Book 5 DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAYRestaurant manager Dodie O’Dell has found her niche in the cozy New Jersey town of Etonville, creating menus that make a delicious double-act with the community theater’s productions. Now she’s ready for a vacation at the Jersey Shore town she called home before a hurricane hit. [...]