From the monthly archives: May 2009

Friday Roundup: ICE part 1

By On May 22, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In Events and Classes

I know, I totally slacked on these Friday Roundups, but no more! Since my very favorite craft show in all of Atlanta, the Indie Craft Experience (ICE) posted their vendor map this week, I thought it would be fun to do a couple of roundups of the fine folks who will be selling [...]

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Easy Curried Potato Salad

By On May 21, 2009 · 1 Comment · In Recipes and Food

The weather is warming up, and I’ve got picnics and summery food on the brain! This is sort of a twist on a plain ol’ potato salad. The Indian spices make it just a little spicy and super-special!

2 large potatoes, cooked (microwaved is probably the easiest), cubed 1 baby vidalia (or 2-3 scallions), [...]

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Crock Pot Greens that Will Rock Your Socks

By On May 20, 2009 · 3 Comments · In Recipes and Food

[Kale. Creative Commons photo by foxrosser]

OK, so I have a confession: I did not make this. Dave made this dish on Sunday afternoon, while I sort of directed from a chair in the kitchen. Until yesterday, I wasn’t allowed to do anything, basically, besides rest. No sewing, no cooking, nothing. I [...]

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What Up, Strut?

By On May 19, 2009 · 9 Comments · In Events and Classes

[SuperCute! at the East Atlanta Strut, 2007]

So I’m considering not applying for the East Atlanta Strut this year, and I’m pretty bummed about it. There are some new rules in effect that are pretty discouraging. It almost feels like they’re saying “Crafters Need Not Apply.” From the official application information [...]

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The Future of Food

By On May 18, 2009 · 1 Comment · In Uncategorized

My pal Matt sent me a link to a documentary to watch while I’m on the mend. The Future of Food is all about how Monsanto and genetically modified foods are reshaping agriculture in horrifying ways. Check the trailer:

You can watch the whole documentary for free on Hulu! The Future [...]

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