Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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Information on using vintage crates and old boards, diet and lifestyle changes to ensure a good night’s sleep and water-retaining plants will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Bruce Johnson is in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey and he’s going to share some new uses for vintage crates and old boards. Whether you use actual vintage crates or buy unfinished ones, you can turn these into decorat...
Information on teaching kids to cook, saucing and plating techniques, and making play clay will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Sarah Ryan is a registered dietitian nutritionist and she believes that when kids help in the kitchen, they are building lifelong skills. Also, when kids help out, they are more likely to eat healthy foods too. Cooking is an important skill to learn and build upon....
Information on antique quilts, snoring, and removing wild animals from your house will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Marci Baker is a quilter and author, and she’s going to talk about what to do if you come across an antique quilt and what questions you should ask before buying it. She’ll also tell how to find an appraiser specific to quilts. Baker’s company is Alicia’s Attic, Inc. in For...
Information on using a satin stitch to finish applique work, organizing photographs and the nutritional benefits of fresh and dried figs will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Shannon Brinkley is an author, designer and teacher and will talk about the satin stitch and the benefits of finishing applique pieces in this way. She’ll discuss stabilizers, thread selection and stitch settings and s...
Information on non-traditional sashiko, foods and nutrients to feed your brain, and bible journaling will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Dorothy Brown is going to talk about non-traditional sashiko which is an old Japanese embroidery technique used to strengthen fabric or to mend them. It was traditionally used on indigo fabric. Today sashiko is a decorative embroidery stitch done on one...
Information on using deColourant with sewing projects, using peanuts in breakfast recipes, and collaging a wall will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and at noon on Thursday. Jen Fox will show how to use deColourant to add a personalized touch to sewing projects. DeColourant is a paste that removes dye from natural fibers in unexpected ways yet it doesn’t jeopardize the integrity of the fabric. Shelly Nutt is the executive director for the T...
Information on using fabric scraps for cardmaking, developing jeans patterns, and using coloring book pages to learn about color will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Patty Dunn is going to show how to use fabric scraps and fussy cutting to create unusual personalized cards. She’ll also show how she applies fabric to the card stock. Dunn lives in Corpus Christi, Texas. Rae Cumbie will review...
Information on preparing kale, painting on embroidery with fabric paints, and teaching kids to sew will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) What’s for lunch? The answer is kale, but what is kale? Carol Fenster is an author and nutritionist, and she will explain what kale is, show various varieties and explain why it is so good for us. She’ll also show how to make kale chips. Her company is in C...
Information on gluten-free snacks, making an exposed zipper application and creating a wrap for a wine bottle will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) K. C. Cornwell in Madera, California, will share some of the newest and healthiest gluten-free snacks now available. Even if a person isn’t gluten-intolerant, the products now available are good for every member of the family. Patty Dunn will...
Information on using the Boye Loom Knit kit and techniques to change the texture surface of fabric or clothing will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Michele Muska will show the new Boye Loom Knit kit for bulky projects. She’ll show how to use the various sizes of looms to make a set of three nesting bowls. She will demonstrate how to cast on and bind off with this unique knitting kit. She liv...
Information on gluten-free sweets and making duct tape pouches will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) John Vollertsen, more commonly known as Chef Johnny Vee, is going to demonstrate two recipes from his cookbook. These are delicious gluten-free sweets the whole family will enjoy. He is in Santa Fe. Crafter and designer Marisa Pawelko will show how to make duct tape pouches using nonstick cut...
Information on choosing zippers for different uses and the five essential foods for better eyesight will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Rae Cumbie is a creative director, and she’s going to review the different types of zippers found in garments and demonstrate basic construction options for each type. She’ll do this by showing samples as well as finished garments. Cumbie is from Baltimore,...
Information on making foods for fundraisers, making homemade soap and bath bombs, and using Tulip fabric markers will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Charlene Patton is with the Home Baking Assn. in Topeka, Kansas. As she demonstrates making double chocolate chip cookies, she’ll talk about baking fundraisers and explain how the smart snack guidelines, which are determined by the USDA, are n...
Information on dealing with cancer and fear and using Paintstiks to embellish garments will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Judi Moreo is an author, motivational speaker and painter, and she knows first-hand what it is to travel the journey of cancer. She’s going to talk about her book and tell how cancer and fear can be messages to help us make lifestyle changes. She lives in Las Vegas...
Information on making artist trading cards, thread sketching and making fabulous frames will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Marjolaine Walker is a scrapbooking designer in Ottawa, Canada. She will show a few sets of her own artist trading cards as well as demonstrate how to make them. Artist Trading Cards are miniature pieces of art that are traded with other artists. Eric Drexler will dem...
Information on changing out kitchen lighting and gluten-free cooking for two will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Mitch Teller is going to explain why lighting in the kitchen is so important. Most kitchens have recessed lighting which creates a harsh glare that is unwelcoming. Teller will show how to upgrade your kitchen lighting without breaking the bank, and it’s easy to install. He’s from...
Information on making quilted jackets and staging a home for resale will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Rae Cumbie is a creative director, and she’s going to discuss various types of quilted jackets, tell how to get started, including how to plan the jacket and prepare the pieces, as well as how to construct the jacket. She’ll also do a trunk show to illustrate basic quilting techniq...
Information on using discarded pieces of furniture in new ways, making pop-up cards and selecting fabrics for quilts will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Bruce Johnson is in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey. He says that funky and functional charm are the buzzwords today, and he’ll share a couple of ways to find new uses for discarded pieces, such as ladders and old drawers. He’ll show ho...
Information on ways to incorporate milk, yogurt and cheese in your daily meals, collage quilting and making miniature paper purses to hold treats will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Americans are falling short of their dairy recommendations and Sarah Ryan, a registered dietitian nutritionist, will suggest three ways to incorporate milk, yogurt and cheese into your daily meals. These three f...
Information on contemporary open embroidery, making hummus at home from scratch, and making felted projects will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Catherine Jordan is a master craftsman programs coordinator with the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. She is going to explain and demonstrate what contemporary open embroidery is and show how the open effect is achieved. This technique allows one t...
Information on preparing heart-healthy meals, using Dupioni silk in quilts and the nutritional benefits of consuming fresh and dried figs will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Chef Hillori Hansen will demonstrate some easy to prepare heart-healthy meals that can be prepared ahead of time. She is a culinary specialist in Fresno, California, and has lots of ideas and recipes she’ll share...
Information on new gluten-free box meals and using three different presser feet on the sewing machine will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday, at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) K C Cornwell will discuss some of the newest gluten-free box meals on the market, and she’ll explain why they have become so popular. Besides food items, there are also jewelry, clothing and fragrance subscription boxes available, and she’ll tell wh...
Information on healing mental illness through music and using a seam pressing template for quilt corners will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) Casey Jones has DID or Dissociative Identity Disorder, formerly called Multiple Personality Disorder. She credits early childhood music lessons and continued practice with playing a key role in her surviving this disorder and thriving when growing up....
Information on pet parakeets and making zentangle artwork will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) If you’re looking for a pet for your child, how about considering a parakeet? Ray Pawley is a retired zoologist, and he says that budgies, or parakeets are extremely popular pets for many reasons. They are very friendly and easy to tame and some are capable of mimicking speech. Pawley lives in Hond...
Information on preparing Mexican cuisine, dairy recipes and adopting stress-free cooking will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon. (All times are Mountain.) John Vollertsen, more commonly known as Chef Johnny Vee, will demonstrate two recipes from his “Cooking with Johnny Vee” cookbook. Next time you’re in the mood for Mexican cuisine, try these tasty tacos and edgy enchiladas. He is in Santa Fe. Sarah Ryan is a registe...
