Author Archives: mariko

red velvet

Posted on February 19, 2007 by mariko

Though my index finger was aching from the rotary cutter incident, it didn’t hurt enough to keep me from baking. I had read about these Red Velvet Cake Sandwich Cookies on Nic’s food blog (recipe here) and had to try … Continue reading →

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blood and sweat

Posted on February 18, 2007 by mariko

I haven’t shed any tears over superbuzzy yet, but the other day I did draw some blood. I sliced through my finger with the rotary cutter (I did not, however, drop any blood onto the fabric). I now have this … Continue reading →

Posted in other crafting | 15 Comments

breaking news

Posted on February 15, 2007 by mariko

Just thought you’d all like to know: Marshmallow Peeps are in stores now, and it’s never too early to start shopping for easter candies.

Posted in candy/chocolate | 22 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 13, 2007 by mariko

Sorry for my extended absence. Right when I got caught up on the superbuzzy packages, I got the nasty cold that’s been going around, and it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. Today I had a coughing attack so … Continue reading →

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young crafters

Posted on February 8, 2007 by mariko

Do you remember your very first craft? I used to make glitter pictures in my fort under the dining room table, but I guess that doesn’t really count. The first big thing I remember making is a knitted vest. I … Continue reading →

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blouse pants skirt

Posted on February 7, 2007 by mariko

I accidentally bought another Japanese sewing book a while back. You can probably guess what kinds of patterns are in the book. ISBN 4-579-11096-X I thought it would have just really basic patterns, but there are some cute items in … Continue reading →

Posted in sewing | 14 Comments

gummi fever

Posted on February 4, 2007 by mariko

Howdy folks. I’m afraid I am still not caught up entirely on superbuzzy orders, but I’m beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel! We’ve learned a lot from this last big update. It’s really important for … Continue reading →

Posted in candy/chocolate | 12 Comments

lip talk

Posted on February 1, 2007 by mariko

So I’m in my superbuzzy work area (okay, so it’s the basement), packing up orders, and I get to thinking about long-lasting lip glosses and the like. We haven’t had one of our beauty roundtables in quite some time, so … Continue reading →

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chocolate blobs

Posted on January 30, 2007 by mariko

I packed and packed, and I finally got through the Thursday superbuzzy orders! Of course, I still have many, many more to go, but hey, I’m making progress. Anyway, I read about these chocolate bouchons on the Orangette food blog … Continue reading →

Posted in baking | 6 Comments

drowning

Posted on January 29, 2007 by mariko

Hey y’all, I am buried under superbuzzy orders over here! I really try to get orders out in a timely fashion, but I’m afraid these are going to take me a while. Please be patient, and I really apologize for … Continue reading →

Posted in candy/chocolate | 8 Comments