MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'crafts'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:02:56 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4230263&cid=t_126246_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FOKsFHm0GQ6M%2F photo: Thinkstock Check out this post about all-natural stress relievers by Tess Whitehurst on Lemondrop. If the holidays make you feel a bit like Anne Hathaway’s character in “Rachel Getting Married” — or if it always seems to propel you directly into the middle of your own unique brand of family-related hellishness — at least take comfort in the fact that you’re far from alone. Holiday stress and family drama (like Thanksgiving itself) seem to have become part of our cultural legacy. And don’t give up! Any or all of these secret holistic strategies may very well (at least slightly) ease your pain. Four Drops of Rescue Remedy Under the Tongue Have you heard of this miracle stress-relieving drug? Dubbed “yoga in a bottle,” it’s a ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4230263 Sat, 04 Dec 2010 16:00:58 +0100 4230263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4229192&cid=t_126246_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2F3ZeKA7kYNl8%2Fmacrame-covered-clothes-hanger.html Almost two weeks ago my friend Jabulani tweeted a photo of a covered hanger project she was working on. I tweeted a photo of a macramé covered hanger I had made a few years ago. As there was interest in how to do mine and as I could find no instructions online to direct folks to, I decided to try to do a show-and-tell. The supplies you will need are a wire coat hanger, twine, two rubber bands, tape, and fabric glue. Cut approximately 6-7 yards of twine twice. [I used 10 yds and had just under 5 left on each.] To make them easier to handle and to avoid tangling, coil and secure with a rubber band. Now that all your supplies are gathered, let’s begin. Tape the loose ends of each twine coil to the end of the hanger hook. The ends of the twine should point towards the upsweep of the hook a... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4229192 Sat, 04 Dec 2010 12:33:00 +0100 4229192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4002874&cid=t_126246_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F26%2Fsunday-news-round-up-the-website-is-done-edition%2F A libraryland interlude: we finally launched the new website (the first overhaul in >8 years) for the library where I work, wrapping up months of work. With it, we launched our Twitter and Facebook accounts, chat ref via Meebo, remote access to UpToDate, online payment for document delivery for departments, a PolyMeta federated search tool, and a new WordPress-based news site. Whew. I’m glad that’s done. Now for some things that have flown through my reader and networks while I’ve been buried in work: I can’t believe I missed this: Planned Parenthood clinic in California damaged; California Planned Parenthood Medical Center Firebombed Madera police say someone threw a makeshift explosive through the clinic’s window early Thursday morning, breaking the gla... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4002874 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:40:43 +0100 4002874 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3933057&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fice-jewelry-to-stay-cool-why-didnt-we-think-of-that%2F photo via Ecouterre Do you know how many times we held an ice cube against our wrist this summer? Dozens. The hottest summer on record in New York really made us sweat, whine, and search desperately for ways to cool off. That’s why we slapped our hands on our foreheads when we saw design team 01Mathery’s DIY solution for cooling off — ice-cube gems. Simply stick some chains or string in an ice cube tray, and let them freeze. Then you’re ready to have your own personal cooling system. We’d recommend only wearing these in the comfort of your own home or yard, though. Greeting your boss might be weird with water running down your chest. via Ecouterre Post from: BlissTree Ice Jewelry to Stay Cool: Why Didn't We Think of That? (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3933057 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:34:15 +0100 3933057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3889278&cid=t_126246_136_f&fid=39025&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Feverythingchangesbook%2F%7E3%2FRCq7mA4zsbA%2Fetsy-crafts-cancer I’m a dreamer, not a crafter. I’ve got material for four baby blankets floating around my apartment. But, these newborns may be in middle school before they get their blankies from Aunt Kairol. (Some of it is nifty Amy Butler fabric to boot.) If you have crafty visions AND the follow through to match, or if your friends and family are itching to do something productive for you while you are down and out with cancer or other chronic illnesses, feast your eyes upon these free pattern downloads for crafty patient projects: *  Want a leopard print, tangerine silk, pink taffeta, or camo hospital gown? Try this pattern from Lazy Girl Designs. *  If you are tired of visitors spying your pee-bag, this is an extremely simple pattern for a catheter bag cover. *  In four steps you can cran... Everything Changes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3889278 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:45:00 +0100 3889278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3724439&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fhow-to-make-fireworks-with-marshmallows%2F It’s July 4th (woot), so by now you’ve probably stocked up on marshmallows for some summertime S’mores. And while you’ve got those white puffball confections, you may as well make some fireworks, too. Let GrassRootsDIY show you how. Post from: BlissTree How to Make Fireworks With Marshmallows: Video of the Day (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3724439 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:58 +0100 3724439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3676633&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F10-things-we-want-to-do-this-weekend-5%2F We had a busy week, and now we’re ready to have a jam-packed weekend. Check out 10 things we want to do over the next few days: Bake a cake. What better way to celebrate the weekend than a perfectly summery cake. Make our bathrooms greener. No, we don’t mean the paint color. We’re getting excited about our new fancy low-flow showerheads. We might even start singing. Eat our fruit frozen. We’ll try anything to beat the heat. A smoothie and some frozen grapes for a Saturday afternoon snack sound amazing. Take a break from meat. Our weekend will be filled with leisurely meals crammed with vegetables and whole grains – we got enough meat and dairy this week. Tweet. The world must know every exciting thing we’re doing this weekend. And now that we can have... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3676633 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:50:49 +0100 3676633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3665937&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fdiy-summer-craft-video-of-the-day%2F While the summer sun can wreak havoc on our skin, it can also lend itself to some awesome projects. Check out how to make a sunprint cork board or tray: via Design*Sponge Post from: BlissTree DIY Summer Craft: Video of the Day (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3665937 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:00:42 +0100 3665937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501662&cid=t_126246_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FIw9M5oHYBDU%2F Our favorite Apartment Therapy posts of the week: House to Drool Over: Tiffany and Jaan’s Scandinavian Inspired Flat DIY Project: 3 Great DIY Vase Ideas Objects of Desire: Giles Miller Carcboard Cuckoo Clock The Spring Cure Project: Week 6 – Show and Tell House Greening: Buying Bulk for Small Spaces Post from: BlissTree On The Couch with Apartment Therapy: Our Weekly Home Design Roundup (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3501662 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:28:16 +0100 3501662 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3471961&cid=t_126246_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FDQsDNTqFhiI%2F We went hunting for some Spring photos on Flickr today, and found Craft & Creativity’s photostream. We loved this photo of Ikea shelves, all dressed up for Spring. Now if only we could stay this organized… "Spring inspired shelfs" from Flickr user "Craft & Creativity" Post from: BlissTree Photo of the Day: Spring Inspired Decor (Source: Genetics and Health) Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3471961 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:36:15 +0100 3471961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3266883&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fbreastfeeding123%2Fvalentines-day-play-dough-recipe%2F Every year I look for alternatives to store-bought character valentines with candy attached. The kids get plenty of candy at the class parties and it’s fun to come up with an inexpensive and creative alternative. One year my girls and I cut out white hearts and dipped them in a shallow bowl of straw-blown bubbles mixed with red food coloring for beautiful bubble-spotted valentines. Another year we bought stock-paper bookmarks at a craft store and tied on strings for practical and fun valentines. This year I built on the idea of the Pumpkin-Pie Scented Play Dough we made at Thanksgiving. By doubling the recipe, I made just enough play dough for sixteen snack-sized zip-top bags of play dough to hand out as valentines. You can follow these directions to make your own valentines or make ... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3266883 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:52:30 +0100 3266883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3133577&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fbreastfeeding123%2Fmake-a-golden-bow-for-breastfeeding-support%2F Have you heard of the Golden Bow Initiative? In 2002 on the 12th anniversary of the Innocenti Declaration, UNICEF launched the Golden Bow Initiative, formalizing and encouraging the use of a golden bow as the symbol for the protection, promotion and support of breastfeeding. Golden Bow by Sanja Gjenero Why a Golden Bow? The gold color symbolizes that breastfeeding is the gold standard for infant feeding. The yellowish colostrum is often called “liquid gold” and I know many mothers who call their precious bags of expressed breast milk “liquid gold” as well. The bow is used rather than a simple loop of ribbon because the two loops of the bow represent the mother and the infant. Naturally, both parties are necessary for successful breastfeeding and neither is more impo... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3133577 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:58:30 +0100 3133577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3075498&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2F3YSllfd10Kw%2F The following post by Debbie Myers, Founder of Virtuarte, is part of Disruptive Women’s “The Value of Health: Creating Economic Security in the Developing World” series. Deborah E. Myers has more than 25 years of experience in international economic development, including advocacy, public policy and developing strategic partnerships. She has worked with major corporations, governments, non-government organizations, and international organizations to find solutions to problems facing the people and governments in the developing world. Events in Life often force you to step back and review where you are. In 2007 this is exactly what happened to me. I had spent the last 15 years working for three different multinational corporations, the last one for six years. As is often... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3075498 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:02:09 +0100 3075498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2995716&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fbreastfeeding123%2Fpumpkin-pie-scented-play-dough-recipe%2F Becoming a mother made me more frugal and brought me back to basics. Fortunately, play dough is surprisingly easy to make from scratch! I love knowing what’s in it and that it is truly non-toxic, and I love experimenting with different colors and scents! I find homemade dough to be superior to store-bought. It’s smoother, smells better, and can be made in large quantities. The recipe below can be halved if you want to make a small amount of a variety of colors, or it can be doubled to make a gallon-sized bag worth. It takes about 15 minutes to make, and I recommend cleaning the pot before the dough dries in it! This recipe makes a quart-sized bag. To celebrate fall, this time I made pumpkin-pie scented orange play dough. Basic Play Dough Recipe 2 cups flour 2 cups warm water 1... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2995716 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:28:00 +0100 2995716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2768796&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Ffamily-time.html Get the code:-Cut and pastefrom this littleboxy thing below Full of activities so my productivity is more or less zilch.Powered by MckLinkyClick here to enter your link and view the entire list of entered links...If you like what you read, send it to someone in 'need.' (Source: Whitterer on Autism) Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2768796 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 06:10:00 +0100 2768796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2621977&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fresin-casting.html You will need:-Bottle of resinCatalystMould Release sprayA piece of felt the same size as the bottom of your mouldInteresting thingummy bobDisposable bowl for stirringPopiscle stick for stirringDisposable mould or something you already have but don’t mind sacrificing to artWaste paper / drop cloth to protect surfaces1.Read the instructions carefully and conduct the whole exercise is an open air space due to the fumes unless you wish to get high whilst supervising a children’s activity?2.Check that the interesting thingy fits in your mould without touching the edges or bottom or poking out the top. [this is a great exercise in spatial awareness in and of itself as you have to imagine the thingummy bob in 3D floating in your chosen mould]3.Spray the mould with mould release and leave to ... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2621977 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:59:00 +0100 2621977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2561498&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2FBRO0JTYP7eg%2F Image world-war-2-airplane-model.com The 1/48th Corsair fighter plane was going to be my comeback piece, the plastic model kit (”hobby kit,” now that I’m almost 50 and can afford the good kids) to prove that my eyes were as sharp and my hands as steady as when I was 16 and building the bargain kits. I put it right up on top of the bookshelf, out of the way, with the now-empty boxes of the snap-together airplanes I did with the boys. “Airplane? Airplane?” Alex kept saying. I had some computer work in the afternoon while Ned built a model on his own, and as I’m making dinner now that pretty took us to about 7:30, when the dishes were put away and I decided that Alex was owed some airplane time. He didn’t help so much as watch: I felt a warmth to thin... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2561498 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:33:03 +0100 2561498 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405870&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fold-dogs-and-new-tricks.html There are some lovely people around my neighbourhood and this particular bunch refer to themselves as 'crafters.' The term 'crafter,' is I believe, peculiar to America, as elsewhere, such people just have 'hobbies.' There are all sorts of subtleties that pass way over my head, as I prefer to remain close to the ground like the low life that I truly am. That said they're a jolly and generous crowd, who welcome newcomers with interest and warmth.As we age we become wise, or at least that is the theory. Personally I find that as I grow older, I become increasingly scatty, forgetful and what my son refers to as ‘random.’ I am prone to stereotype people, it's shorthand. It's one of my many faults but old dogs, mongrels, can still learn new things.I find that I have learned new things and be... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405870 Mon, 11 May 2009 06:59:00 +0100 2405870 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2201192&cid=t_126246_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Fzimney-health-and-medical-news-you-can-use%2Fcrafts-games-and-books-can-delay-memory-loss%2F There’s good news for those of you who like to do crafts, read books or play games. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have found that those people who regularly engaged in mentally stimulating activities during middle age reduced their likelihood of developing mild cognitive impairment in older age by 40 percent. Similarly, those who did these activities when they were 65 and over reduced their chances of mental decline by 30 to 50 percent. The key factor seems to be the degree of mental involvement or challenge of the activity, because those who simply watched TV all day did not show a reduction in cognitive impairment (some TV is ok, but watching more than seven hours a day was associated with more mental decline than less than seven hours a day). The study involved 197 people betwe... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2201192 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 21:20:45 +0100 2201192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2144559&cid=t_126246_135_f&fid=35250&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.poz.com%2Fshawn%2Farchives%2F2009%2F01%2Fgeek_crafts_and.html Check out a very cool web site called Geek Crafts, which features links and comments on totally geektastic homemade items, like this little guy, Brad the Crochet Vampire. I was honored to be interviewed by Renee for Geek Crafts, answering questions about what it's like to speak about my personal/medical life at colleges, be a thinblood and why I decided a vampire book would be a good idea for a follow-up to My Pet Virus. Could it be... the blood? Also, a local magazine called Urge did a cover story on me and Gwenn. No, that's not us there, I was too lazy to scan it. But click over if you want to read the story and check out a great new publication that focuses on all things artistic as they pertain to the Commonwealth of Virginia. (Find out where to get a copy of Urge here.) Oh, and I'... Shawn's HIV Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2144559 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:06:48 +0100 2144559 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2134802&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2FN8DCtQYACxU%2F I just learned about the One World One Heart giveaway when I visited the Meandering Threads blog.  This is a world wide gathering of crafters and those interested in the arts from around the world.  There are many fascinating blogs to visit and many really nice giveaways.  Stop by Meandering Threads and you’ll find out more about this event.  Perhaps you’ll find here arts and crafts (as well as giveaways) to perk up your day. Tags: Alzheimer's Notes, arts and crafts, giveaway, Meandering Threads, One World One Heart, One World One Heart GiveawayShare This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2134802 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 06:00:09 +0100 2134802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115930&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F0KfwbUYilio%2F I’ve shared occasionally arts and crafts ideas from the Arts Bloggers.  We are a group who put together some of our favorite posts each week to share with others.  Often Alzheimer’s patients like to be involved in crafts.  Also, caregivers find them relaxing and inspirational. The Arts Bloggers are putting together their creative ideas for 2009.  See what you’d like to try.  Drawer Pull & Pants Hanger Project Turn these items into a unique photo display via Craftynest. Gravestone Rubbings for Fabric Art Mary Emma, at Quilting and Patchwork, discovered instructions for turning gravestone rubbings into fabric art and family history. How to Make Soap Petals Soap petals are simply silk flower and leaf petals dipped in melted soap. They are single use and look pretty... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115930 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:00:10 +0100 2115930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2081151&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Ffinger-puppet-tackle-it-tuesday.html With the festive season over, you may find like me, that your home has been transformed into Santa’s Grotto, toys strewn over every available surface. If that is the case, then it might see a little odd to create yet more mayhem, but occasionally it is sometimes best to admit defeat and go with the flow.You will need:-Felt squaresGlueSharpie Permanent pensA picture from your offspringThe temporary loan of your offspring’s fingerExamine the creature that your child has drawn to determine which, if any, are the most important features. Match the colours as best you may. Draw around your child’s finger tip splayed on a firm surface to ensure a good fit. Allow space for 3-D and seam.Once completed and the glue has dried your child now has a custom made introduction to the Thumb Wrestling... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2081151 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:59:00 +0100 2081151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2036045&cid=t_126246_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2F483610061%2Fgift-from-india.html I didn’t make Vijay’s daughter the pink quilt expecting anything in return.  Vijay (Scanman) and his wife, however, wanted to give me a gift from their country.  This is what they chose.  It is a Tanjore metal plate, and I think it is lovely.  I am trying to decide the best place to hang it in my home.   Here is some information on the history of the craft: The creation of the Tanjore metal plate is credited to Raja Serfoji II (1797-1832), the Maratha ruler of Thanjavur (or Tanjore), who asked his royal artisans to create an object that would reflect the glory of his kingdom. Silver, brass, and copper are encrusted on to each other to create this stunning piece of art. The effect of silver in high relief on the reddish copper ground is unusual and striking.... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2036045 Sat, 13 Dec 2008 12:13:01 +0100 2036045 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1999114&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35041&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fdigitalbio%2F%7E3%2F470284914%2Fmake_a_merry_molecule_mug.php The grocery store magazine covers all say that home made gifts are big this year. So I thought, some of you might like to channel your inner Martha Stewart and make gifts with a science theme. Reposted in honor of the holiday and the economy. I'm here to help to you make a merry mug with one of our favorite molecules. Yep, we're talking caffeine. Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Discovering Biology in a Digital World) Discovering Biology in a Digital World blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1999114 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 14:05:45 +0100 1999114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1968964&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F11%2Ftackle-it-tuesday-lil-green.html *** Here's a teeny tiny project for those attempting to go green but still have cold feet. Maybe this should be a 'guess what it is?' post instead?O.k. so what is it?Need a bigger clue?O.k. so whilst you think about it, first a little back ground to explain the truly ironic nature of this tackle. Several life times ago I was married to a different man and therefore enjoyed a relationship with a different mother in law. The house of my mother in law, was like none other. Even now, some two and a half decades later, I have never experienced a household such as that. To say that the house was clean would be an atrocious understatement. Not only was it hygienically pristine, it was also ordered. Her whole house was immaculate. Not the immaculate of Homes and Gardens, but the kind of immaculate... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1968964 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 07:59:00 +0100 1968964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1873114&cid=t_126246_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Ftackle-it-tuesday-rewards-and-awards.html You have nothing to lose by going green***Everyone needs a pat on the back sometimes. As the nights draw in and the schedule comes under pressure, it can be hard for children to stay on track. This is where motivation is key. We all respond well to praise, recognition and rewards and this is a way of helping our children realize that we not only notice their efforts but we appreciate how hard they’re trying. First it’s important to narrowly taylor your reward to your particular child. For example, many struggle with homework. It may be that you want to award them for completing their homework in a timely manner over a period of time, such as a week or a month. However, that may be setting the bar too high. Maybe an award for their best efforts is more appropriate or perhaps an award fo... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1873114 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:59:00 +0100 1873114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1775614&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2FfK2RazzomKE%2F AlzheimersNotes.com We have another round of inspiration for caregivers and Alzheimer’s patients from the crafty Arts Bloggers.  Try these ideas on a crisp autumn day and enjoy. First Day of Spring (or Autumn) Create a visual journal entry about spring or your favourite season. Hannah’s Toadstool Doorstops Get instructions for cute doorstops using gravel-filled plastic food containers. Layers Upon Layers Artist Profile  Pallas Vititoe is a mixed media fabric artist that you’ll want to meet!  Quilters’ Lunch Box Memories Back-to-school time brings lunch box memories. Do quilters make quilts and fabric art with lunch box designs? Here are some suggestions. “Costume” Earrings Do you have any outfits that you just can’t find the right earrings for... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1775614 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:02:22 +0100 1775614 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1760020&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2FQ2ZtF_5mA7g%2F QuiltingAndPatchwork.com With the beginning of September and the youngsters in our household  back in school, our thoughts turn to autumn.  Often there’s a nip in the air at night which reminds us fall is “around the corner.” The Arts Bloggers share their weekly inspiration which I thought I’d share with you.  My mom used to like to sit and watch me when I worked at crafts or my writing.  Sometimes she’d chat and reminisce.  Other times she simply sat contentedly…at least for a short time. Crocheted baby sweater and cap Caron Yarns commissioned Noreen to design an adorable baby sweater and cap. Here’s the patttern for it.  Congratulations, Noreen! Photo Talk at Layers Upon Layers Give your photos a graphic quality that will make them pop! M... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1760020 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:58:47 +0100 1760020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1729689&cid=t_126246_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FBreastfeeding123%2F%7E3%2FQ-KBqsdhuE0%2F Inspired by this post on designing a nursing necklace, two Breastfeeding 1-2-3 readers crafted their own nursing necklaces! Check out the lovely creations of Hobo Mama (photo and discussion) and Digiscrappin’ Life (photo and discussion). Thanks for posting pictures, ladies! Have you been inspired by any of the following do-it-yourself projects? ~ Nursing Cover ~ Knitted Nursing Tank Top ~ Pullover Crew Neck Baby Bib ~ Baby Bib with Neck Ties ~ Ring Sling ~ Nursing Necklace ~ Nursing Pads ~ Baby Booties ~ Cloth Diapers ~ Nursing Pillow, Nursing Shirt, Nursing Bra and Pumping Bra, Cloth Diapers, and More Email me a picture and I will post it here sometime! Or write up your own post and send me the link! Or just leave a comment — I love hearing feedback on the projects. Tags: bead... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1729689 Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:05:36 +0100 1729689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1463901&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F296075184%2F Guest Post by Katelyn from Stamping Mad. I had a lot of fun with last year’s fat book and charm bracelet swaps, even though they didn’t raise as much as I hoped they would for Alzheimer’s research. So, this year, I was thinking to do something a bit different. I want to create a zine (a type of magazine) called “A Portrait of Alzheimer’s” and am looking for people to make art that fits this theme to include in the zine. Since you can just take a good, high resolution photo for me instead of sending in original art, it should be less costly for everyone to do. Of course, all net proceeds from zine sales will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Foundation at Alz.org. Ideas for art to include in the zine are: Poetry Photos (please include a signed model release for any photos that in... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1463901 Thu, 22 May 2008 20:28:48 +0100 1463901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1325186&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F257371224%2F AlzheimersNotes.com As spring arrives (at least in the U.S.), caregivers may be looking for a change of pace.  This often means finding something new to do at home with their Alzheimer’s family member or by themselves as they have a spare moment. Arts and crafts often can furnish that break from the routine and frustration.  Check out this week’s offerings of the Arts Bloggers, at the Round-up of the Arts Bloggers as Spring Arrives. What are you doing for springtime? (c)2008 Mary Emma Allen Tags: Alzheimers, Alzheimers-disease, artisans, artists, Arts Bloggers, bride, caregivers, crafts, quilters, quilting, quilting in the classroom, springtimeShare This (Source: Alzheimer's Notes) Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1325186 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 02:01:24 +0100 1325186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1307779&cid=t_126246_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F253169370%2F AlzheimersNotes.com Arts and crafts projects often bring comfort and inspiration to the caregiver as well as the Alzheimer’s patient.  It depends on the stage of Alzheimer’s whether the patient/family member can participate in any of these. However, caregivers find crafts and journaling projects a stress reliever, as my daughter did when  her husband was undergoing cancer treatment and she was the caregiver. Take a look at these projects and ideas from the Arts Bloggers, in which I participate through my Quilting and Patchwork blog.  Is there something there that piques your interest and inspires you? What types of arts are you involved in to find relief from stress and inspiration midst your caregiving tasks? (c)2008 Mary Emma Allen Tags: Alzheimers, Alzheimers-disease, ar... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1307779 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:58:45 +0100 1307779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1097676&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35041&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fdigitalbio%2F%7E3%2F201380283%2Fwhile_visions_of_gingerbread_d.php Maybe there's something a little bit odd about having a gingerbread construction contest to raise funds for researching juvenile diabetes. Maybe these gingerbread houses aren't environmentally proper or particularly sustainable. But they are impressive. If you're in Seattle over the holidays, you can see them at the Sheraton Hotel until Jan 2nd and even help fund research on juvenile diabetes. Some more examples are below. Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Discovering Biology in a Digital World) Discovering Biology in a Digital World blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1097676 Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:44:12 +0100 1097676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1091369&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35041&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fdigitalbio%2F%7E3%2F199556468%2Fby_request_the_glowing_cheeseb.php From the original lolcats: moar funny pictures Read the comments on this post... (Source: Discovering Biology in a Digital World) Discovering Biology in a Digital World blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1091369 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 04:40:44 +0100 1091369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1070300&cid=t_126246_140_f&fid=35448&url=http%3A%2F%2Fseemedlikeagoodideathetime.com%2F2007%2F12%2F04%2Fcreepin-crud-craftin%2F by UM Ever been diagnosed wrong (D?) Ever traveled from doc to doc knowing damn well something is wrong with ya? But, just because you know it to be so doesn’t cut with all the specialists. You make endless visits, round after round, given different diagnosis, different advice, different pills…and so forth and so on. Well, I have. And, so has D. So, I took it upon myself today to dig deep and research our problems. Well, D, I have the name of our disease……. CREEPIN’ CRUD! It’s where the crappy feeling starts on one end of your body and makes a few detours around innards and outards until it finally covers every single each of your body and soul. BUT…..there is good news. I have the cure…… THERAPY CRAFTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yep, you read... bipolar chicks blogging blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1070300 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 01:26:13 +0100 1070300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1064235&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35041&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fdigitalbio%2F%7E3%2F193588400%2Fdrink_to_me_only_with_thine_mu.php The grocery store magazine covers all say that home made gifts are big this year. So I thought, some of you might like to channel your inner Martha Stewart and make gifts with a science theme. I'm here to help to you make a merry mug with one of our favorite molecules. Yep, we're talking caffeine. Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Discovering Biology in a Digital World) Discovering Biology in a Digital World blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1064235 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 18:36:08 +0100 1064235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1003727&cid=t_126246_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F11%2Farts-and-crafts-fair-at-senior-center.html Arts and Crafts Fairs provide seniors, their families, and their caregivers with a chance to mingle, socialize and set up a booth or table for selling their creative handmade items. I visited the Central Coast Seniors Center Craft Fair and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 3, 2007. The details and imagination that went into the decorated trinket boxes, handpainted mirror frames, elaborate woodcarving and other items were beautiful. It was a reminder that store bought items just don't have the same vintage quality that handcrafted items do. A handmade heirloom is always so special.Seniors and family caregivers were present at many booths, and some of the most beautiful handmade crafts were done by people in their eighties or nineties.Pictured at the Craft Fair is Twila Witt, wearing a hand-de... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1003727 Mon, 05 Nov 2007 01:48:00 +0100 1003727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=971475&cid=t_126246_136_f&fid=35299&url=http%3A%2F%2F500miles2nowhere.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Fgirl.html Keli is making hats now. Teach her a trick and she is a whirling dervish. She does not use a pattern. Like the headbands, she was winging it and made it up. Oh but that I were so clever. I love them. She has people asking for them. I told her she should set up an Etsy store as suggested by a friend. She doesn't plan on it at this point. She can crank one out in a day. *sigh* Oh the cleverness of she. (Source: Keri - Still Running/Walking for a Reason!) Keri - Still Running/Walking for a Reason! blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=971475 Tue, 23 Oct 2007 05:03:00 +0100 971475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=948673&cid=t_126246_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Felders-craft-projects-and-bazaars.html Do you know seniors or elders who are alone too much and have too much time on their hands? Many seniors and elders are using their creativity, making hand-made items, sharing time with a club where they have friends, and putting it all together for a craft bazaar. I just made a flyer to advertise a Country Crafts and Bake Sale at the Central Coast Senior's Center. It's easy to see how the chance to make friends and share a fun activity has made a difference there for so many people. Fabric arts, needle arts, woodcarving crafts, Christmas decorations, all types of creative heirloom quality items, and old fashioned home-made baked goods will make this a fun day. People who did not participate in making crafts are still going to come over to see the crafts, talk and meet new friends, or just... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=948673 Sat, 13 Oct 2007 17:03:00 +0100 948673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=875471&cid=t_126246_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F09%2Fhome-and-garden-tv-website-has-senior.html Caregivers who want to find creative craft ideas for seniors can go to hgtv.com . Homemade toys, birdhouses, totebags, memory boxes, paper bag crafts, shoebox crafts and craft businesses are some of the topics covered in HGTV crafts.My aunt, who uses a walker, has turned her spare room into a crafts studio. She started by making handmade keepsake greeting cards. Now she makes keepsake and heirloom items for craft bazaars.For example, ten craft ideas caregivers could use for seniors include:rubber stamps today include artistic themes, pictures and bordersscrapbooking helps preserve photos and keepsakes to nudge memoriesmemory boxes provide storage for family memorabiliahand decorated picture frames add a home style touch to family photoshandmade holiday cards become instant keepsakes and ca... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=875471 Sat, 15 Sep 2007 20:27:00 +0100 875471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=528404&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35009&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsciencesque.wordpress.com%2F2007%2F04%2F07%2Fa-nice-looking-pill-to-swallow%2F Darzso has a number of really nice photos guaranteed to appeal to the doctor and pharmacist in all of us. You can visit her photoblog here. (Source: Sciencesque) Sciencesque blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=528404 Sat, 07 Apr 2007 20:08:14 +0100 528404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=524551&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35009&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsciencesque.wordpress.com%2F2007%2F04%2F05%2Fpoplar-leaf-miner-2%2F Originally uploaded by aroid. This is just a beautiful picture. Check out this photographer’s other work for more nature-related images. (Source: Sciencesque) Sciencesque blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=524551 Fri, 06 Apr 2007 00:07:29 +0100 524551 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=486325&cid=t_126246_107_f&fid=35009&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsciencesque.wordpress.com%2F2007%2F03%2F03%2Fthe-genotype-of-sciencesque%2F Via ScienceRoll, I came across Web2DNA, a project that uses a number of parameters to “genotype” your website. It then produces a stylized DNA gel like this one: I think what this is telling me is that I need to get hip to HTML and I use too much text. Maybe I should use more graphs and flowcharts…   Technorati: web2DNA, art, html, websites (Source: Sciencesque) Sciencesque blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=486325 Sat, 03 Mar 2007 22:24:29 +0100 486325