Monthly Archives: January 2013

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  Arm Knitting – How To UPDATED!

  Posted on January 25, 2013 by Maggie in Knit and Crochet

  Well, here you go! Everyone had questions and requests and I think I answered them all. This video shows how to bind off at the end and somewhat explains how I sewed the ends together. I hope this helps! Enjoy!         To purchase chunky yarn like what I used go HERE or [...]

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  Shabby Chic Cottage Decor

  Posted on January 23, 2013 by Maggie in DIY Projects

  Here are some items I made for my home. Very simple yet they add so much charm to any room!   These are so simple to make! If you aren’t into DIY I do sell these! So if you are interested in purchasing one or both just head on over to The Velvet Cove and [...]

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  Purchase an Arm Knit Scarf

  Posted on January 22, 2013 by Maggie in A Day With Maggie, DIY Projects, Knit and Crochet

    For those of you who are interested in purchasing one of my arm knit scarves head to: http://www.thevelvetcove.com http://www.facebook.com/velvetcove and click on “Shop Now” or http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheVelvetCove Choose whichever site you’d like! There will be more colors available soon! -Simply Maggie

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  Creamy Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta

  Posted on January 20, 2013 by Maggie in A Day With Maggie

    serves 4, prep 5 min, cook time 30 min 4-8 oz fettuccine or linguine 10 tbsp butter, divided (I know, kind of a lot) 8 oz fresh, sliced mushrooms 4 garlic cloves, minced 3 oz cream cheese, cut into small pieces 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (you can use [...]

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  Tomato Basil Pasta

  Posted on January 18, 2013 by Maggie in A Day With Maggie

    Quick! Simple! And Delicious! You can also add this to your grocery list if you’re on a budget! Cost: $1.00 per serving (if you have the basil, parmesan cheese and olive oil in your pantry)   What you’ll need: 1 lb Spaghetti 2 Large Tomatoes 1/4 Cup Dried or Fresh Basil 1/4 Cup EVOO [...]

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• Cheese Ravioli Dinner Cheap and Delicious!

  Posted on January 15, 2013 by Maggie in A Day With Maggie

  What you’ll need: -1 bag of frozen large cheese ravioli ($2.50) -1 32oz. Can diced tomatoes ($1.00) -Dried basil (in pantry) -Salt and pepper (in pantry) -3 Cloves garlic sliced (in pantry) -A salad of your choice (I kept it basic. Lettuce, tomato, onion with olive oil and balsamic vinegar) *Prepare a pot of boiling [...]

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  Country Office

  Posted on January 10, 2013 by Maggie in Maggie's Country Home

  I got my drill out this morning and hung my wall decor and shelves! I took pictures so I could show you guys my new cozy room to get away and do billing, budgets, blogging, filing,  etc. Here are the pictures! I’ll let you know where I got my furniture and how much I paid [...]

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• Free Car Wash Product Samples

  Posted on January 4, 2013 by Maggie in Uncategorized

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  DIY Jewelry/Scarf Hanger

  Posted on January 3, 2013 by Maggie in DIY Projects

      This literally took me ten minutes to make. It can be used as whatever your heart desires! Necklace hanger/jewelry display, scarf hanger, even sweaters and jackets could be hung from this! It cost me $8 for the knobs and the board was scrap from my parents construction at their home. Materials: 1 Scrap [...]

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  Free Coffee Sample

  Posted on January 3, 2013 by Maggie in Coupons and Freebies

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