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Across the Fence:  What new thing are you going to try for 2010?  |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 07:23:57 AM
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Are you going to take the plunge and try something new next year? This year, my new thing was having chickens and it was a wonderful if bumpy road to travel. Next year, I'm going to do some canning in earnest (I've only done jam here and there) and try sprouting all my garden produce inside before I plant. I'm also going to try fishing.
What new thing are you going to try in 2010? 
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 08:50:19 AM
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I am hopeing to learn to crossstitch and crewel
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 10:15:20 AM
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Hey, Melanie - Love your tag line. :-)
By the way, if you need help on the crochet front, let me know.
Hi Teresa - I'd like to learn crewel as well!
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ |
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Firemama
True Blue Farmgirl
1731 Posts
Amanda
Medical Lake
WA
USA
1731 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 10:34:39 AM
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Well, I bought a fly fishing pole this past year. This coming year I will learn how to use it : )
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
People can only make you feel inferior with your permission, and you dont have my permission......
Dont let the chain of love end with you.....
http://myfarmdreams.blogspot.com/
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 11:39:00 AM
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I plan on putting in a garden and starting all my seeds indoors. I also plan on making several items and opening an etsy store.
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
West-Central WI Farmgirls
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog...Charles F. Doran |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 3:16:00 PM
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Thank you Kimberly Ann! I may just take you up on teaching me to crochet.
I have tried three times in the last 10 years and it has never ended well.
Usually ends in a tantrum and ctochet hook and yarn flying across the room.
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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peapicker
True Blue Farmgirl
716 Posts
texas
USA
716 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 3:22:33 PM
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I am going to make lots more raised beds with plenty of mulch. The next big thing I am going to do is raise chickens to butcher and put in the freezer.
Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.
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happydaze
True Blue Farmgirl
136 Posts
lorraine
atlanta
ni
USA
136 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 4:26:27 PM
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2009 : 8:06:45 PM
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Melanie, if it would help, I could try videotaping myself doing a chain and basic stitches, if you want. I have viewed the ones on YouTube too and sometime those can be helpful. I know the diagrams in all the crochet books were always hard to figure out. Just let me know!
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 05:05:47 AM
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Kimberly, the other night I had such a hissy fit just trying to make a chain. My guy and I had been sitting in the bed watching tv. He looked at me like I had totally came off my rocker. I finally got past the chain and the basic stitches went easily. But how do I get the right tension(?) ? Right now it seems too tight and if I work the piece loosely it seems sloppy. Thank you.
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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LisaH
Farmgirl in Training
39 Posts
Lisa
Granger
IN
USA
39 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 06:34:21 AM
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Hi Melanie,
I would also like to learn how to can. I have a few challenges. I have a flat top stove, which means I had to find a camp stove that had enough btu's to can on, which I did. I had one bout with canning green beans last summer but I didn't get anything else done. I couldn't seem to find a rhythm. I was constantly behind the eight ball and it took way too long. I can remember canning with my mom and it seemed to go so smoothly. Plus with using a stove outside I have to use it when the weather will cooperate. I am going to give it a good try this next year. I love the smells and the process. I just need to find my groove. I think I need a step by step manual. 
Lisa
An Indiana Suburban Farmgirl |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 07:17:37 AM
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Melanie, I think tension is always an issue at first. I wind the working yarn around the pinky finger of my left hand (hook is in my right) to help give a little tension. Also, you can check your gauge when you start a project to see if you crochet tighter than the designer. I would recommend that for big projects at least. You can always go up a hook size if you need to to get the right gauge (or decrease too, if you need it). Granny squares might be a good project to practice your tension - they work up quickly. Also, as far as sloppy goes, don't forget that most crochet needs to be blocked when it is finished to give it the final shape. Blocking can make a huge difference in the finished piece.
Happy Crocheting!!
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Soon to Be Podcaster
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/ |
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Hosanna
True Blue Farmgirl
466 Posts
Hosanna
Alton
Virginia
466 Posts |
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krissy
True Blue Farmgirl
278 Posts
Kristen
Snohomish
WA
USA
278 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 09:41:53 AM
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I'd like to be more adventurous in my cooking. I'd like to make more of a variety of meals and get out of my comfort zone.
http://lateinlifemommy.blogspot.com/ |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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AlyssaMarie
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
AlyssaMarie
Palouse
Washington
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 10:54:01 AM
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We started our flock of Romney sheep this year. They'll be sheared for the first time spring 2010. So I want to learn how to spin the wool. I've also been approached by friends to put in a u-pick pumpkin patch in part of my garden for their kids. So i'm considering this as a small side venture this year. My list for new things in 2010 seems to be a mile long but these ones are on the top.
AlyssaMarie @ Link'd Hearts Ranch
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 12:28:31 PM
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Melanie, my mom taught me how to crochet when I was 9 years old. I was so bad at it. I got so tired of trying that I just gave up. Then I tried again and still no luck. And then finally I decided to try it again when I was 13 and now I love to crochet. It just takes time. You'll get it!
Hugs,
Channah
If you can dream it, and if you are willing to put forth the work and effort, you can have anything you envision. |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 1:38:35 PM
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I'm trying to learn to speak Spanish. My goodness it is not easy. It'll take me years the way I'm going.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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mtngirljon
True Blue Farmgirl
539 Posts
Jonnie
Webster
Texas
USA
539 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2009 : 1:43:47 PM
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As if I don't have enough quilting and sewing projects on the calendar already, I'm seriously thinking about getting my mom to teach me how to crochet hairpin lace. It's so beautiful. she's made over 500 afghans and has won many ribbons at the fair. . .
Jonnie
Farmgirl #648
"Turn your face to the sun, and the shadows will fall behind you" - Maori Proverb
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City Chick
True Blue Farmgirl
1402 Posts
Deb
Chattanooga
TN
USA
1402 Posts |
Posted - Dec 08 2009 : 04:45:40 AM
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I'm going to TRY to get my crafting room organized. I'm sharing it with my girls - it's their play/hang out room..... sigh.
Farm Girl #790
http://www.xanga.com/My_Pondering_Place
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paradiseplantation
True Blue Farmgirl
1277 Posts
julie
social springs community
Louisiana
USA
1277 Posts |
Posted - Dec 08 2009 : 05:16:20 AM
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I want to learn to spin, and I'm thinking about doing a blog or website. Other than that, I think I'm just going to work on being more organized, and having more time for my crafts this year. I'll be having my first booth in March -- to sell my handwoven and other items, and I'm a little nervous about having enough, so January through mid March I'll be weaving my little hands off!!!! Hey, Hosanna. What kind of loom do you have (the one that belonged to your grandmother)?
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krissy
True Blue Farmgirl
278 Posts
Kristen
Snohomish
WA
USA
278 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2009 : 2:28:56 PM
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Originally posted by City Chick
I'm going to TRY to get my crafting room organized. I'm sharing it with my girls - it's their play/hang out room..... sigh.
Farm Girl #790
http://www.xanga.com/My_Pondering_Place
You sound like me. My boys use the floor in my craft room to play and then I have to crawl over them. It just doesn't make for a happy crafter.
http://lateinlifemommy.blogspot.com/ |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2009 : 2:53:50 PM
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I would love to get me to goats for milking and learn to make soap! I am first learning what I can about goats before I get them so first steps are being taken! Blessings,Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10
www.KKJD1.etsy.com
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2009 : 3:04:39 PM
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Oh Karen, I wish you lived here by me! I'm looking for a buddy to join me at a goat rescue site helping out every once in a while. I love goats but figured I better learn more about them before I considered getting a mini one. Please keep us posted on your 2010 goals. :-) Hopefully you'll have some soap to sell.
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
Crochet Geek, Newbie Fiddler, Would-be Farmer, Backyard Chicken Rancher, Soon to Be Podcaster
http://beesinourbonnetsintheburbs.blogspot.com/
Podcasts at http://thefannyfarm.blogspot.com/ |
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Across the Fence: What new thing are you going to try for 2010? |
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What new thing are you going to try for 2010?
