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Broken Glass Candles

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 1:25pm

multicolor glass jar candlesI love these broken glass candles.  The creator used simple glass containers, broken windshield glass, clear votive holders, and color changing votive lights. I've noticed that LED lights are very popular now as well, I've seen them inside candles and other light fixtures that would traditionally hold a candle. These are perfect for my house since I have a young child and do not want to have to worry about accidents and visits from the fire department.  Now, since most of us probably don't have broken windshield glass laying around, I think glass marbles would be a great alternative for the glass filling.

LIFE: Some Like it Hot, Some Like it Cold

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 12:03pm

bowl of salsaNothing beats freshly made cool and spicy salsa to keep away the summertime blues. Patsy Brautigam and Claire Gunnels will demonstrate how to make several types of salsa to please a variety of palates.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012
10:00am
LRNC 131

View the entire LIFE schedule at LIFE Workshops - CyFair.

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LIFE: How to Win at Blackjack

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 10:23am

blackjack playing cardsJoin us this Wednesday, when Patrick Gunnels provides tips on how to win at blackjack and other probabilities. May the odds be ever in your favor! (Ok, hopefully, it won't be as brutal as the Hunger Games)

Wednesday, July 11, 2012
10:00am
LRNC 131

View the entire LIFE schedule at LIFE Workshops - CyFair.

Image: http://www.bellalunatoys.com/waldorf-watercolor-paint-brush.html.

Creative DIY Bookshelves

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 9:03am

ladder bookshelvesTake a look at 25 creative and fun bookshelves you can make at home.  I love #3 (pictured right) and #4, the ladder bookcases. I'm thinking you could probably spray paint the ladders to have them blend in with the color scheme of your home or you could try to find ladders that would coordinate with a specific design theme. Maybe old wooden ladders for a western/country feel or shiny, silver aluminum ladders for a more industrial design. I also love #24, the stacked benches. Genius! And don't even get me started on #23, spice racks attached to the side of a dresser. Love it!

Skype Author Visit from Bruce Coville

Submitted by Dorrie Scott on Tue, 06/26/2012 - 8:09am

bruce coville photoChildren's author Bruce Coville joins us via Skype this Friday, for an online chat and book discussion. Coville, best known for the Unicorn Chronicles, Magic Shop books, and Sixth Grade Alien series, was an elementary school teacher before publishing his first book in 1977, with his wife, artist Katherine Dietz.

Visit his website, BruceCoville.com.

Friday, June 29, 2012
1:00pm
Kids Corner

 

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