Author Archives: Jenna Magee

About Jenna Magee

IT professional, needleworker, editor/proofreader, author, singer, musician.

Still No Stitching

Posted on November 12, 2006 by Jenna Magee

I had forgotten how much I like playing with faux stained glass designs. I now remember. 🙂 I’ve been having so much fun that I finished the other 2 kits today. The mirror is now dry but the angel and … Continue reading →

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Work Vs. Home Work

Posted on November 12, 2006 by Jenna Magee

What’s the difference? For me, this weekend, the answer is not much. I haven’t been able to hone or even practice my Java programming skills since I took that class several months ago and I’ve been itching to write my … Continue reading →

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The 6 Best Smart A** Answers of 2006

Posted on November 10, 2006 by Jenna Magee

Another good one from Lelia. 🙂 SMART A** ANSWER #6 It was mealtime during a flight on Hooters Airline. “Would you like dinner?” the flight attendant asked John, seated in front. “What are my choices?” John asked. “Yes or no,” … Continue reading →

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SBQ – Mad About Floss

Posted on November 9, 2006 by Jenna Magee

This week’s SBQ was suggested by Jan and is: How many different brands of “complete” embroidery floss sets do you own? How do you keep track of it? (i.e., spread sheet program, index cards, palm pilot, etc.) I only own … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Diagnosis is In

Posted on November 7, 2006 by Jenna Magee

For those of you who have been following my friend Mary’s health problems (and more) via my blog, here is an update with the official diagnosis from her oncologist as of Friday, November 3rd. The cancer is metastatic and is … Continue reading →

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Pay It Forward – Crafty Style

Posted on November 6, 2006 by Jenna Magee

Darn it, I was really trying to stay off of this particular bandwagon because I tend to get myself so overloaded with commitments. However, when I saw that Melanie was going to be creating some hand-dyed goodies as her artwork, … Continue reading →

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Birthday Gift from Carol

Posted on November 5, 2006 by Jenna Magee

I received a very nice giftie from Carol this weekend. She stitched the most beautiful fob for me from a Just Nan design, on opalescent fabric and with beads along the seam and gorgeous, heavy glass beads at the ends … Continue reading →

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Scissors Fob Exchange from Judith

Posted on November 4, 2006 by Jenna Magee

I received my exchange package for the Robin’s Nest Scissors Fob exchange from Judith this week. She sent me a lovely fob in shades of red. Simply yummy. She also sent some nice goodies in the form of one each … Continue reading →

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SBQ – A Rose By Any Other Name…

Posted on November 3, 2006 by Jenna Magee

This week’s SBQ was suggested by Lee and is: How did you decide on the title of your stitching blog? Was it random, or does it have a special meaning to you or about you? I really like this question. … Continue reading →

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November Stitching Goals

Posted on November 1, 2006 by Jenna Magee

Start and Finish My Piece of Cathy’s RR Finish Biscornu #1 for Christmas Gift for Mom Finish Stitching Biscornu #2 (top and bottom) for Christmas Gift for Mom Finish Christmas gift for Terry Work on Heirloom Memories Sampler Work on … Continue reading →

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