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Sojourn Squidoo Lenses
  • How to Cook a New York Strip Steak
    There's nothing like knowing how to cook a New York Strip Steak in your very own home. This steak, one of America's favorites, tempts with its sizzling crust flavored with your choice of seasonings and its melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Think you can only get a perfect steak like this at a top steakhouse restaurant? Not so. These simple Instructions for cooking your own New York Strip steak at home will help you prepare an excellent meal. Cooking the perfect New York Strip Steak is easier than you think! For years, I routinely traveled the country as part of my job. This often involved eating at some of the country's best restaurants and steakhouses. My husband and I even have a favorite out-of-state steakhouse we always visit on our anniversary (partly because the steak is the best and partly because I've never had better whipped sweet potatoes anywhere else! MGM Las Vegas Craftsteak). Pick any popular steakhouse in the United States and I've probably eaten its steak. There was always one, tiny flaw with this travel perq - I sometimes (most of the time) really wanted these same steak experiences in my own home with my own family. I like the people with whom I do business, but I LOVE my family. I really didn't think I was asking too much in figuring out a way to be able to prepare an awesome steak myself. So, after some trial and error and a lot of research, I am finally able to confidently deliver a great steak at home. Now, I've gathered that information in one place so you, too, can know how to cook a New York Strip steak yourself. So get ready for one mouth-watering piece of meat....plan a party - or just an intimate dinner for two. It's time for you to master one, great steak. Photo used under Creative Commons from churl.
  • Lightning McQueen Games
    A collection of resources for free Lightning McQueen games, game reviews, unique fan clips, Lightning McQueen information, and Lightning McQueen images. I feel compelled to admit that I'm a 44 year old fan of the Disney Pixar movie Cars starring Lightning McQueen. Thank goodness I have a 6 year old on whom I can assign blame (I mean...responsibility) for knowing all things Cars related. Only his father stood in the way of our naming our new puppy Ka-chow. I thought that would have been perfect. I should have bought him that miter saw stand he wanted! Just added a few Cars 2 game reviews, as well! Photo used under Creative Commons from Yogi. The sequel is OUT! Have you seen it yet?!
  • HTML Borders Backgrounds
    Have you seen sharp looking lenses formatted with HTML borders and backgrounds and wished you could do the same? There are already plenty of EXCELLENT how-to-HTML lenses available, so I thought I'd do something a little different. There are two main topics in this lens: First half of this lens - tons of html examples that can easily be copied and pasted into your own lens to create borders, background colors, boxes, and image borders. If you need formatting in a hurry or have little HTML experience, this may be a helpful tool for you. Scroll through the html examples of simple borders, backgrounds, and combinations. If you see something you like, copy the html code and paste it into your own lens. Insert your own content where each code says YOUR STUFF HERE. Second half of this lens will show you how to easily add color and pattern to your lens, add buttons to drive visitor behavior, and create your own personal logo. I've found a free site that provides thousands of backgrounds and a generator module that lets you customize all kinds of things like buttons, tabs and logos. A lot of these tools work on your own sites like the one on miter saw stand reviews. Store all your creations in your personal folder on the website and link directly to the site (free hosting!). Pick your favorites, enhance them with any of the customization modules, and save the image in your personal folder. In your folder, you'll find the HTML code needed to insert your designs. Check it out - GRSites. If you don't want to scroll through the first section and want to get right into the slightly more advanced section, click on the COLOR button below. CLICK TO ORDER MY PERSONAL GUIDE ON HOW I MAKE $1500 /MONTH ON SQUIDOO = Squidoo Niche Blaster!
  • Baby Shower Centerpiece Ideas
    Following are some baby shower centerpiece ideas you can use for outstanding parties. Use these resources for party decorations to create a special event for the mommy-to-be. The centerpiece generally sits on the buffet table or on the guest dining tables. You'll want centerpieces that blend nicely with the overall theme and color scheme of your party.
  • Modern Throw Pillows
    The best new modern throw pillows today in gorgeous colors, free modern throw pillow patterns and projects, and tips on caring for and storing your modern throw pillows all in one place. Photo used under Creative Commons from imedagoze.
  • How to Make Balloon Decorations
    Master just a few basic steps on how to make balloon decorations perfect for weddings, baby showers, and birthday parties and you'll be eager to get decorating for your next party. There are all kinds of ways to use balloons for decorating. Some of the most popular ideas include columns, arches, swags and for centerpieces. I'm sure you've seen some amazing designs - even incredible displays of balloons that looked impossible to make. If you can master balloon duplets and some simple balloon twisting, you can master most balloon decorations including how to make swags, wreaths, and balloon centerpieces as well as columns and arches no matter how big or small your own event might be. Photo by: Jepoycamboy CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Core Exercises for Women
    These online core exercises for women in easy to follow, video format will help develop your core muscle groups. Whether you're a beginner, looking for more advanced core exercises, or need core exercises you can do at home, you'll find plenty of information in the resources and tutorials on this page. I'm 44 years old and the mother of three. I'm not likely to have the flattest stomach in the world again without surgery which, frankly, becomes a more attractive idea as the years go by. However, core exercises are important for reasons far more critical than a toned, flat stomach. They are the center of your mobility and flexibility. Core muscle groups are used routinely in every day activities - driving, walking, lifting children. Having strong core muscles will let you be more active, healthier, and able to accomplish more in your overall exercise routine and in your daily life. Photo by: jwra / CC BY 2.0
  • Large Floor Pillows
    Use any of these large floor pillows to easily increase comfortable seating in your home or family room. Great selection of the most unique and spacious large floor pillows available online. There's even a great, free pattern that will help you make your own pillows, if you're so inclined. If you have kids, you almost NEED these! Ever seen a gaggle of teens spread out on the floor for a video game fest late on a Friday night? Or how about all those family members who come over for a holiday? Guests are always shuffling chairs and looking for a comfy place to park.
  • Decorating with Balloons
    Decorating with balloons allows you to create spectacular displays for very little money. You don't have to be an expert nor do you have to spend hours and hours to make some of these neat creations. Start with the theme for your party, whether it be wedding, baby shower or birthday party. Choose the colors you want to use. Decide on some shapes like columns, hearts, flowers, and arches. Map out your plan so you know how many of each decoration you want to make and then calculate the number of balloons you'll need. You can buy large bags of balloons in a multitude of desired colors for a few bucks and make a huge impact. Check out some of the following ideas.
  • Diaper Cake Ideas
    These beautiful diaper cake ideas can be used for inspiration or you can buy them directly and have them delivered. They're a useful and creative way to welcome and also make an ideal baby shower decoration. Maybe you've seen them - those round cake-looking tiers of disposable diapers wrapped in beautiful ribbons and bows and decorated with useful baby gifts? The diaper cakes featured below are all available online and offer lots of options for girl showers, boy showers, or gender-neutral events. You can also buy a basic arrangement and then personalize it by adding baby items that coordinate with the chosen nursery theme.
Favorite Website Tools

  • Color Scheme Designer

    Color tool for picking website colors and patterns. Can change the color theme, find complementary colors and spice up your design plans with a whole new look.

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    For posts, design, and layout. Icons for almost any theme and all free!

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    Keep your website safe with these best htaccess rules for security.
Sewing Machine Reviews
  • We Get A Facebook Fan Page
    For me, a website grows like a child. It starts out as a tiny thing with wiggly arms and chubby, little legs. Slowly, it learns to crawl and walk and eventually it’s a teenager popping earphones in their ears and only pretending to listen to you. (Guess who has two teenagers and an 8 year [...]
  • Janome DC4030 Sewing Machine Stitches
    While comparing the Janome DC4030 sewing machine stitches to those of the Janome DC2012, I found the graphic showing the number and type for the DC4030 and thought it might be handy to have for future reference. Questions about stitches on a machine come up fairly often. The DC4030 has a total of 24 built [...]
  • Most Popular Sewing Machines for Christmas 2011
    Wow! The end of the year is racing towards us and I’ve hardly had time to answer the comments and questions from the influx of visitors I’ve had to the site. I’m trying to carve out some time in the next few days to get to everyone but until then, I’ve put together this quick [...]
  • Just a Little Cozy
    A tea cozy, that is. I’ve had these pictures for months now. These are pictures of a little tea cozy that my mother made. She sent them to me with a note about how easy they were to make but then she didn’t send the instructions so I’m going to have to get on her [...]
  • Brother PQ1500S High Speed Quilting and Sewing Machine Review
    I wasn’t sure about tackling a review of the Brother PQ1500S High Speed Quilting and Sewing machine. I mean, it’s not exactly your standard starter option. It’s meant for serious quilters but some of the features have much broader appeal and based on some of the questions I get, those just starting out may be taking on projects that would benefit from the power, speed, and size of this machine. This is also one of the most affordable, nearly industrial - yet still portable - quilting machines you can buy and the price just keeps getting better. It’s a twin to the Juki TL98Q with some small differences yet at a considerable discount.
  • Compare the Brother CP7500, CP6500 and Brother CS6000i
    Here's a popular question these days: How do the Brother CP7500, CP6500 and the CS6000i sewing machines compare to each other? The features seem so close that it's hard to tell if one is better than another. The good news is that you almost can't go wrong here. All three have great ratings and offer excellent value for the price (ALL three are under $200!) but one gives you just a bit more for your money. (Surprise ending up ahead: the better bargain is probably NOT the one you thought it was!)
  • Brother CP 7500 Sewing Machine Review
    Want a really good deal for under $200? Add the Brother CP7500 sewing machine to your short list. The rounded styling and pink trim are just the pretty icing on an incredibly functional, computerized piece of cake. Come December, this one is sure to be a holiday favorite. The model is comparably priced to the manufacturer’s most popular model, the CS6000i, and matches it in every way but with an added bonus of 10 additional decorative stitches.
  • Brother LB6800PRW Rebate April and May 2011
    Just in time for Mother's Day, Brother is offering a rebate on the LB6800PRW embroidery and sewing machine for purchases made at authorized retailers between April 15, 2011, and May 15, 2011.
  • Compare the Brother PE770, PE780D and Janome MC300E
    Compare the Brother PE770, Brother PE780D and the Janome MC300E and find out which of these machines offers you the best combination of price and features. Earlier this week, a sweet woman who visits this blog asked for some advice. She's in the market for an embroidery machine she can use to create finished goods that she'll be selling. There were three embroidery-only machines that cost under $1000 but the lowest priced option was almost $350 less than the most expensive. Now more than ever, people are watching their pennies so of course we want to know if the lowest priced machine is really a bargain or are there features on the more expensive models that are worth the added cost?
  • Singer 7256 Sewing Machine Review
    The Singer 7256 Fashion Mate sewing machine was awarded the Consumer Digest Best Buy Award for good reason. Users love the easy controls and feature set. The high marks from other users mean we might have finally found a Singer option that reminds us why this manufacturer was the standard for home sewing machines for as long as it was.
Balloon Decoration Ideas
  • Balloon Spiders for Halloween
    Here's the first in this year's spooky decorations - balloon spiders for Halloween. Some you can buy, some you can make and some you can use to freak out your friends. (Sigh) What a great holiday!
  • Balloon Arches
    I just found the best instructions on balloon arches and I just HAVE to share! This video demonstration provides crystal clear, step-by-step detail on how you can make a spiraling, three-color arch for your next party. (Don’t miss a resource for inspiring arch images at the end of this post!)
  • Fabric Covered Formal Balloon Decorations
    Poking around online I found these gorgeous fabric covered formal balloon decorations and had to share! These would be ideal for an evening wedding event or a 25th wedding anniversary.
  • Toy Story 3 Party Decorations
    Toy Story 3 party decorations and supplies are out and available to help you put together a Buzz Lightyear and Woody party ideal for any child (or adult....I withhold all judgment!).
  • Fathers Day Balloons
    How about a collection of fun, unique Father's Day balloons to celebrate all those amazing dads in our life? I found some balloon decorations for just about any hobby, personality, or style. Funny, serious, cute and playful - the selection was actually quite impressive.

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