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Dori
Washington
I am a shopkeeper, wife, and mother of two great boys.
Interests: gardening, sewing, i am one of those people who is never bored! i love cooking, knitting & crochet, and growing my little business. i like to read and never have enough time to read all that I'd like to. when it's time to really unwind, i love to curl up in front of our fireplace with my sweetie to watch a good movie.
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What a great giveaway! I love looking at older garments for inspiration. Will have to add this book to my library for sure! Book AND tools would be a lovely prize! ~tearose2
Commented Jul 18, 2012 on Famous Frocks book and dressmaking notions giveaway at Spoonflower Blog – Design & Sell your own Fabric, Wallpaper, and Gift Wrap
Famous Frocks book and dressmaking notions giveaway
As an unapologetic lover of pretty dresses, I was really intrigued to have a copy of Famous Frocks land on my desk recently, courtesy of the kind folks at Chronicle Books. In this book, authors Sara Alm and Hannah McDevitt have curated a collection of 20 dresses ranging from the 1930's (Bette...
While I would dearly love the kit and shiny new snips, if I win, may I pass the kit up to Vanessa Falle, purty please. Thank you!
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on Merchant & Mills sewing notions giveaway and Rashida Coleman-Hale giveaway winner at Spoonflower Blog – Design & Sell your own Fabric, Wallpaper, and Gift Wrap
Merchant & Mills sewing notions giveaway and Rashida Coleman-Hale giveaway winner
Back when I was learning how to bake in a professional kitchen, I had a chef say to me, "A good chef never blames the equipment for her mistakes." I agree with her that solid skills can usually overcome any deficiency in the equipment you might have to work with but on the other hand, don't h...
Oh, Vanessa, what a shock! Well, I must say, I hope you win the lovely little kit! Best wishes to you as you rebuild your life.
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on Merchant & Mills sewing notions giveaway and Rashida Coleman-Hale giveaway winner at Spoonflower Blog – Design & Sell your own Fabric, Wallpaper, and Gift Wrap
Merchant & Mills sewing notions giveaway and Rashida Coleman-Hale giveaway winner
Back when I was learning how to bake in a professional kitchen, I had a chef say to me, "A good chef never blames the equipment for her mistakes." I agree with her that solid skills can usually overcome any deficiency in the equipment you might have to work with but on the other hand, don't h...
Welcome to the Pacific Northwest, Kimberly. Your part of Oregon is so lovely. Best wishes on settling in!
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on So Cal Girl moves the the Pacific Northwest at Greetings! ...from Kimberly Shaw
So Cal Girl moves the the Pacific Northwest
It was a 1000 mile road trip in a 25 foot Penske truck with car in tow. I'm not a city girl. The hustle and bustle of the Southern California lifestyle just isn't me. I prefer to be surrounded by farms, rivers, and mountains. And no, the rain hasn't bothered me. In fact I have come to love th...
Making a move....
Hello there. I am in the process of moving this little blog over to blogger. If you happen to have this bookmarked, I would be ever so pleased if you would follow me to: www.dorihallberg.blogspot.com. While I certainly have not... Continue reading
Posted Feb 9, 2012 at rainbows in the closet
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Thank you, sweet Francie. {hug} Do you suppose I could risk sewing any little pink things? Hmmm....I think I best wait! :-)
Commented May 12, 2011 on Destined to be the mother of boys..... at rainbows in the closet
Destined to be the mother of boys.....
I always thought I'd have girls. When I was expecting my first baby, I remember, as if yesterday, the first baby outfit I bought. It was a soft little pink after bath snuggly gown, with a hood and cuffs trimmed in delicate lace. Several weeks later, during an ultrasound, it was revealed t...
Thank you, Lesley dear. I hope you had a lovely day and sweet moments with your two. {hug}
Commented May 9, 2011 on Destined to be the mother of boys..... at rainbows in the closet
Destined to be the mother of boys.....
I always thought I'd have girls. When I was expecting my first baby, I remember, as if yesterday, the first baby outfit I bought. It was a soft little pink after bath snuggly gown, with a hood and cuffs trimmed in delicate lace. Several weeks later, during an ultrasound, it was revealed t...
Destined to be the mother of boys.....
Posted May 8, 2011 at rainbows in the closet
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Happy Valentine's Day, Happy Birthday!
Posted Feb 14, 2011 at rainbows in the closet
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A new year begins...
Posted Feb 6, 2011 at rainbows in the closet
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You can visit, Francie.... In the summer! :-))
It is 25 and dropping! Still snowing. Going to be brrrrrrrry cold!
Commented Nov 23, 2010 on Happy Thanksgiving! at rainbows in the closet
Happy Thanksgiving!
This is what happens when you are not paying attention here at Millie's house! You get decorated! Such a good sport! I didn't leave it on Millie for very long, just long enough to snap a photo, but that look in her eyes says it all..... Are you DONE yet???? :-) The garland has been ...
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted Nov 22, 2010 at rainbows in the closet
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Warm Birthday Greetings, Carol! Oh, such lovely photos! Beautiful!
There is a serenity about the 50s, and may this next year for you be filled
filled with sweet moments and happy growth!
Commented Oct 25, 2010 on Celebrating #52 at Raised In Cotton
Celebrating #52
Today is my fifty-second birthday! Since turning 50, I have found a whole new sense of contentment and serenity. I can honestly say I have been having the time of my life~doing what I want to do instead of just dreaming. Maybe it has to do with finally being able to take time for myself (what a ...
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Oct 23, 2010
What a wonderful photo! Look at those determined, sparkling eyes! You are strong, beautiful, and an amazing role model. Wishing you a good, swift recovery! Go Krista!
Commented Oct 16, 2010 on I feel strong. at krista colvin's [putting on my big girl panties + kicking breast cancer in the ass]
I feel strong.
I feel strong. I feel ready. And I was able to truthfully tell my daughter that I wasn't scared. Tomorrow I have my double mastectomy + lymph nodes removed. It's time. I've had 8 months to think about this. I've had 8 months to process. I've run the gamut of emotions. But today I am calm. My ...
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, Krista. I'll be wishing for a good surgery, NO complications, and a speedy recovery. XO
Commented Oct 12, 2010 on preop at krista colvin's [putting on my big girl panties + kicking breast cancer in the ass]
preop
My double mastectomy and lymph node removal surgery is scheduled for Friday, October 15th. 10.15.10 I've had my both preop appoints, meaning I've seen the surgeon and the plastic surgeon to get the low down on the removal of the girls. Did you know they tag team the surgery... the plastic surgeo...
At the beach on a perfect summer day
In May, I made a list of things I hoped to do this summer. I haven't had a whole summer at home without a shop to to run for 12 years, so my wish list was quite a long list... Continue reading
Posted Aug 25, 2010 at rainbows in the closet
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Whoo Hoo!!! What a great brother! What a guy! What a gal! Love to you!
Commented Aug 19, 2010 on he [really] did it at krista colvin's [putting on my big girl panties + kicking breast cancer in the ass]
he [really] did it
My big brother, Eugene, sporting some big girl panties. Yesterday [click here] I mentioned my big brother brought me to tears when he came out wearing a pair of big girl panties... Now I have proof and his permission to post this picture! #canyoubelievehegavemepermission?! I can't believe I p...
Yes, Krista, you are a pioneer and a pretty amazing one at that. Thank you for being you, thank you for sharing the journey, all of it! XO
Commented Aug 8, 2010 on more side effects + a warning of too much information ahead at krista colvin's [putting on my big girl panties + kicking breast cancer in the ass]
more side effects + a warning of too much information ahead
The side effects that I may not have mentioned... because sometimes it's just too much information. But since I vowed to be open and honest here goes. #rememberItoldyouso Taxotere toes- random big bruises under my big toes- named after the med it spawns from. My Oncologist told me they really ...
Alison! How kind of you to visit and leave a comment for me! Thank you! :-) The sweetness of my Virginia visit lingers with me still and I'm hanging on to it tightly!
Commented Jul 24, 2010 on A visit to Virginia..... at rainbows in the closet
A visit to Virginia.....
For nearly a year we plotted and planned and finally on June 20, I flew to Virginia to visit my dear friend Lesley for nearly a week! Except for two visits into Williamsburg, most of my visit was happily spent at Lesley's charming home nestled in the countryside. We visited late into the night...
A visit to Virginia.....
For nearly a year we plotted and planned and finally on June 20, I flew to Virginia to visit my dear friend Lesley for nearly a week! Except for two visits into Williamsburg, most of my visit was happily spent... Continue reading
Posted Jul 8, 2010 at rainbows in the closet
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