This is the second in a new newsletter series. I'll be introducing you to my author friends. Want to win one of Diane's books? Be sure to comment. On 8/22 (next Tuesday), I'll use the random number generator to choose one lucky commenter to win one of Diane's books. Diane Weiner writes the Susan Wiles Schoolhouse Mysteries in which a retired teacher turns amateur sleuth. You can learn more about Diane by going to her website … [Read more...] about Meet Diane Weiner & Win
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I’m not finished with my coloring page…and that’s OK
Today is Monday, August 14, the day we're supposed to share our coloring pages. Only I'm not finished. That's important. Let me tell you why… Yesterday at noon, I realized I hadn't finished my coloring page. I panicked. I was in the middle of working on my dollhouse. I was enjoying every minute. Then I thought, "Gosh, I need to quit this and go hurry and finish up my coloring page." Nerves kicked in. My heart raced. My back ached with … [Read more...] about I’m not finished with my coloring page…and that’s OK
Contest Winners
THE WINNER of the colored pencil set is..."Diane said..." So if that's you, Diane, please email me at jcslan@joannaslan.com I used a random number generator to pull Diane's name. (Just so you know!) THE WINNER of the stuffed polar bear is... I still haven't heard from Cheryl Nichols., who won the stuffed polar bear. Cheryl Nichols, please email me! THE COLORING CLUB DETAILS... I found a smarter way for us to share. I've started a Coloring … [Read more...] about Contest Winners
Six Tips to Improve Your Coloring
By Joanna Campbell Slan Although it seems like a fad, coloring was first prescribed by Carl Jung as part of his therapeutic regime for adults. For years now, therapists have suggested using coloring books as a way for adults to self-sooth. One theory is that the smell of the crayons reminds us of happier times and our childhood. It's also likely that the repetitive motion of our hands as we fill in spaces is soothing. Or maybe it's simply … [Read more...] about Six Tips to Improve Your Coloring
Meet Julie Seedorf…
Joanna's note: This is the first of a new feature. Each month I hope to introduce my readers to my author friends. Name: Julie Seedorf Website: julieseedorf.com Facebook info: http://www.facebook.com/julie.seedorf.author Name of your series: The Fuchsia Minnesota Series and The Brilliant Minnesota Series One line that describes your series: Mystery and mayhem in a wildly unusual community whose crimestopper is old and wrinkly and leaves no … [Read more...] about Meet Julie Seedorf…
How I Became a Knotty Girl
After my surgery, I decided to take up miniature rug making. But I had a few problems, so I decided to email the "Queen of French Knots" herself, Teresa Layman. Check out her Etsy page here: Teresa Layman And this is Teresa's response to my many questions: Woohoo -- another Knotty girl! First, I would suggest that you tighten the fabric in the hoop. Taut fabric makes easier stitching when it comes to French knots. Also, … [Read more...] about How I Became a Knotty Girl