Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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Information on needle felting and creating a marbleized effect on fabric will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon on Thursday. Michele Muska is with the Simplicity Creative Group, and she's going to demonstrate the new 12-needle deluxe electric felting machine as she makes beautiful felted cuffs to wear as bracelets or to attach to garments. She's from Antioch, Tenn. Evelyn Terhune is the owner of Ozark Crafts in Gilbert, Ariz., and she's going to show how to use ordinary shaving cream...
Information on getting more fiber in the diet, decorating with candles, and making a serving tray and centerpiece will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Cookbook author and dietitian, Carol Fenster will show how to get more fiber in the diet with whole grain products, which are the primary source of fiber. Her company is Savory Palate, Inc. in Centennial, Colo. PartyLite consultant, Christine Alt will show how to change...
Information on knife cutlery, making a birthday decoration and insertion lace embroidery will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Cookbook author and chef, John Vollertsen (more commonly known as Chef Johnny Vee) will compare the different brands of knives available in stores today and explain the parts of the knife, proper holding and cutting skills. He also owns and operates Las Cosas Cooking School in Santa Fe Designer Laura Bray is going to show how to make a cute birthday...
Information on decorating garments with transfer art, making a swimsuit cover-up and creating backgrounds for fabric postcards will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Dianna Effner is an artist and owner of Dianna Effner Porcelain Dolls, and she's going to show several dolls wearing tee-shirts or other garments that are decorated with transfer art. She'll show how she uses various transfer sheets for her projects. She's from...
Information on making your own jeans and preparing chicken stock from scratch will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" on Tuesday, February 26th at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday, February 28th at 12:00 noon. (All times are Mountain.) Rae Cumbie is a custom dressmaker and artist in wearables as well as President of The Assn. of Sewing and Design Professionals. She is going to demonstrate how to make your own jeans — you pick the fit and add the details. She lives in B...
Portales Womens' Club Portales Woman's Club met Feb. 13 with President Lois Crozier conducting the meeting. Pledges were led by Carol Fletcher and the Collect was led by Beth Davis. Gaynelle There were 23 members and 11 guests present. June Ferguson and Teresa Howard assisted the president in presenting membership pins to members recognizing their years of service. The club received a letter of congratulations from Mary Ellen Lasiter, president of the General Federation of...
Information on preparing princess cutout cookies and arranging tropical flowers will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Cookbook authors Kimberly Reiner and Jenna Sanz-Agero will share a story from their cookbook "Sugar, Sugar," as they prepare princess cutout cookies. They'll show how to roll out the dough, then using a variety of cookie cutters and decorations; they will create fun cookies for any occasion. They are from Tarzana,...
Information on creating new space in a garage, providing a Feng Shui atmosphere in the home, and hanging pictures correctly will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Many folks are looking for more room in their homes, and Bruce Johnson is going to show how to repurpose the garage and utilize a great new space. Johnson is the spokesperson for Minwax in Upper Saddle River, N.J., and he has several creative solutions for finding...
Information on making a kindle cozy, preparing and serving "clean" food and different ways to use grapefruit sections will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. For those who can't go anywhere without computer gadgets, Laura Bray, crafter and designer, will show how to make a kindle cozy that protects against scratches and dents when traveling. She represents Velcro USA, Inc. and lives in Aliso Viejo, Calf. Christy Kabbani and Nicky...
Information on making fabric postcards, using duck tape to make bangle bracelets, and putting a vegetarian spin on Carne Adovado will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Franki Kohler has written a book about fabric postcards and she will tell how they are keepsakes you can make and mail. She's going to show a method of finishing the edges of the postcard that enhances the design used on the front side. Believe it or not — these f...
Information on hanging artwork, time savers for quilting, and using a Giclee process to reproduce images on canvas will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Interior decorator, Latriece Brooks is going to show a clever way to hang groups of artwork, whether it be paintings, photos, or crafted items, and it's foolproof! Brooks owns Brooks Interior in Clovis. Author and quilter, Meryl Ann Butler is going to demonstrate some clever...
Information on customizing gift baskets and using Octi-Hoops to embroider on a wide variety of items will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday. Ava Green is a designer, and she will show how to decorate and customize gift baskets, which are great for any occasion. Her company is Terri's Yarns and Crafts in Sevierville, Tenn. If you've wished you had an embroidery machine, you'll enjoy learning how to embroider on any sewing machine...
I nformation on choosing all natural, whole foods and flower arranging will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Michelle Dudash is a registered dietitian, chef and author as well as the spokesperson for The California Raisin Marketing Board in Sacramento, Calif. The new USDA dietary guidelines recommend that half of our plate include fruits and vegetables, and Dudash will show how to "keep it real" by choosing all natural, whole foods and...
Information on preparing quick and easy recipes and designing and fitting strapless gowns will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Connie Moyers is the Extension Home Economist with the New Mexico Cooperative Extension Service, and her annual festive program draws hundreds each year. She's going to demonstrate three quick and easy recipes from her show, and these could be side dishes or party foods. She lives in Clovis. Designing and fitting...
Information on making fringe flowers with an embroidery machine, using fabric flowers for brooches, headbands and more, and making easy handmade gifts will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Designer and digitizer, Laura Waterfield, owner of Laura's Sewing Studio, says that fringe flowers add additional dimension to embroidery designs. She'll demonstrate several types of fringe flowers that can be made with an embroidery machine. She lives in...
Information on preparing furniture to sell on Craigslist, making cornice boards, and ways to make a frame with embellishments will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Bruce Johnson is a furniture refinishing expert and spokesperson for Minwax in Upper Saddle River, NJ. He's going to show how to prepare your furniture when you want to sell it onCraigslist, which has become an extremely popular method of disposing of furniture you no longer want or...
Information on decorating handmade cards, incorporating vellum into a background, and preparing healthy mini meals will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Author and designer, Laura West Kong will show how to use fusible web and cotton fabric to decorate handmade cards. She says you can use a pattern or learn to cut freehand shapes, and then have fun embellishing them with no-sew pen stitching. Her book is titled Fast Fun & Easy Fabric Cover-Button...
Information on needle felting and decorating cookies will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Debra Quartermain will share some history on needle felting and then show how to do this technique with wool on foam, which began a few years ago. It allows the creation of a variety of whimsical and fun designs from animals to foodstuffs. Her company is Debra Quartermain Design in Fredericton, NB Canada. Julia Usher is a chef and cookbook author and makes...
Information on quilting tips, basic crochet stitches, and the art of perfumery will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Debbie Caffrey, Debbie's Creative Moments, will show step by step how to test for accurate seam allowances and correct alignment of triangles in all of your quilting projects. She's from Albuquerque. Drew Emborsky is known as The Crochet Dude, and he's going to demonstrate a beginner skill level project which teaches how to crochet...
Information on using liquid dye, making mini scrapbooks and using basic candy melts will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Jann Johnson is a designer and crafter, and she will show how to use liquid dye for three different dyeing techniques. She represents ILovetoCreate.com and lives in New York. Designer and crafter, Shannon Bielke will show how to make a mini scrapbook which is designed to focus on one subject or event and it doesn't take a lot...
Information on making a magazine purse and preparing food gifts will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Ann Butler is a designer, author and instructor for Creative Industries, and she's going to show how to use magazine pages to create a fabric where you can make a one-of-a-kind purse, totebag, book cover or whatever you desire. She's from Villard, Minn. "Falling into the Holidays" is the theme for...
I nformation on an in-school nutrition program, working with glitter, and teaching children about baking bread will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Sara Robbins is the director of Dairy Confidence with DairyMax, and she's going to tell about a new program called Fuel Up to Play 60, which is an in-school nutrition and physical activity program in conjunction with the National Football League and...
Information on "green decor," using art glitter frameable fabric panels, and rubber-stamping on cookies will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Designer and crafter, Shannon Bielke will show how to take items around the house and incorporate them into new creations or what she calls "green decor." Bielke's company is Sha & Co., and she lives in Payson, Ariz. Barbara Trombley is going to show how to make art glitter frameable fabric panels as she...
Information on making cookie dough gifts, using botanical design stamps, and working with Styrofoam and fabric will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Cookbook authors, Kimberly Reiner and Jenna Sanz-Agero will show how to make a basic cookie dough recipe and create a Slice 'n Bake gift log with parchment paper and decorations and small baking related items. Their cookbook is titled "Sugar Sugar." They are from Tarzana, Calif. If you already do a...
Information on marble floors as inspiration for quilts, doing stuffed embroidery on the sewing machine and making Roman Shades safety compliant will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.) Author and quilter, Norah McMeeking will show how she used inspiration from Italian marble floors to create her quilts for her book, titled Bella Bella Quilts. She has both photos and actual quilts to show. McMeeking is from Santa Barbara, Calif. Cindy Losekamp is a...
