It’s still pretty surprising to people when I say that my iPad Air is my main device. Most folks think of the iPad as something you use to look at information, not something you create information on. But I saw the iPad’s potential early on. When Steve Jobs showed off […]
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Next up in my RYOBI systems review series is the RYOBI USB Lithium System! It’s all about the USB-chargeable battery that’s about the size of a roll of nickels. The set I have includes a hot glue gun, power screwdriver, rotary tool, and a cutting tool for things like cardboard. […]
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Cricut makes fantastic machines that let you create amazing things! To get the most out of them, you’ll need a set of weeding tools. The pointed hook tool is the most important one. Cricut includes a small tool for weeding with their machines, but it’s not the best, and the […]
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Our planet has a limited number of natural resources, and we’re using them faster than we can replenish them. It’s a good idea to think about the 90s rule of repurpose, reuse, and recycle. I enjoy getting the newest and greatest things, but it feels more satisfying to find items […]
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I’m excited to share a three-part series where I’ll be diving into the RYOBI tool systems, starting with the 18v System (also known as the ONE+ system). Here’s a bit of my history with RYOBI tools. I’ve been using them since I was a kid, and I’ve always loved making […]
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For the last few years, I’ve been using Adobe’s suite of apps for my photography and Ulysses for Mac and iOS to run my blog. After giving it a lot of thought and trying it out for a month, I’ve decided to switch to Apple’s Creative Studio for these tasks. […]
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Cricut machines are fantastic tools for cutting vinyl, lightweight wood, and cardstock, making them perfect for crafting and scrapbooking. I recently received one as a gift and have been using it quite a bit! I’ve created several pieces of wall art for around the house, engraved my name on my […]
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With all the cybercrime and tech changes happening now, I’ve got some old computers and gadgets that aren’t really working anymore. What should I do with them? I’m not sure about just throwing them in the trash. It’s not good for the planet, and I’m worried about my data getting […]
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January was quite a whirlwind. My Dad was in a serious illness, and sadly, my uncle passed away. I also lost a dear family friend to cancer. Amidst all this, I resolved to make 2026 the year I tackled my clutter and cleaned up my space. As someone with ADHD, […]
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Sometimes, you just need to step away from your writing and let your creative energy flow elsewhere. I’ve turned mine to crafting! I recently got a Cricut Maker, which is a cutting machine that can cut things like vinyl, cardstock, lightweight woods, and even engrave. I’ve made several projects since […]
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