As part of the Sustainable September series of events, SNAP presented a talk this afternoon jam-packed with tips on living in better harmony with the earth. Not only do their suggestions reduce our impact on the environment, but they save money, too.SNAP should know. The…
The fall version of the Two Women Barn Bazaar, just south of Spokane off Highway 195 on Stentz Road, happens today and tomorrow.More than 35 vendors will be selling antiques, crafts, food and art, while the Wylie Family Band entertains the crowd with live bluegrass…
If you have some time, listen to today's discussion on NPR's On Point program about how our way of life will change when gasoline costs $6 ... $8 ... $12 ... or even $20 per gallon. The guest was Chris Steiner, author of a book…
The world is a trend-driven place, and no where is this more apparent than in the craft industry. First knitting came on the scene, and pretty soon young hipsters were toting their needles and skeins to coffee shops. Then sewing enjoyed (and still enjoys) a…
My husband and I hosted a couple from Sweden last week as part of a "Friendship Exchange" through the Hillyard Rotary. We'd never met Iris and Bruno before, but had a wonderful time learning about their careers as a social worker and engineer, about their…
It's not too late to hop in your car (better yet, your truck--or anything with a lot of storage space) and get over to Rathdrum, Idaho, where the Vintage Barn Antique Show is being held today. It's a one-day only event, so don't be thinking…
The nice folks at Mango Ink, a Mead-based card company, put a reminder in my inbox this morning that the holidays are just around the corner. Yikes! I haven't even made Halloween costumes yet.As an incentive to get holiday cards ordered early, Mango Ink is…
Sustainable September is in full swing now, and there are lots of events to choose from this week. Anyone want to babysit my kids for the next several days? Thanks.Here's just a sampling of what's happening around town. Check the link above for more events…
Fabric flowers seem to be the rage right now, whether you put them in your hair or pin them on your sweater.That's why I wanted to include them in the make-and-take craft booth Down to Earth hosted at the North Idaho Fair last week. I…
Choo! Choo! Hop on board for the Kitchen Engine's third anniversary sale.The locally-owned culinary shop inside the Flour Mill, at 621 W. Mallon, is offering 10 percent to 70 percent off almost everything in the store on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of next week. The…
Just a reminder that Sustainable September starts today.Community-Minded Enterprises, along with several community partners, is organizing a month full of events that encourage greener living.A kickoff luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m., although that event is sold out if you don't already have tickets.…
I need a T-shirt that says "I survived a make-and-take craft booth."As my mom used to say after a long day working retail, "my dogs are barking." (Translation: my feet hurt.)The craft booth we ran tonight at the North Idaho Fair seemed to be a…
A few times this summer, my daughters and I have heard the tinkly music of the ice cream man off in the distance, but it’s always been just a tease. The girls would wait and wait on the curb, but he never rounded the corner.Until…
Just a reminder that I'll be running a make-and-take craft booth at the North Idaho Fair tomorrow. I found out today that I'll have a wireless connection so I'm going to try to update Dwell Well while I'm there with photos of what folks are…
Just a friendly reminder that this Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. I'll be running a make-and-take craft booth at the North Idaho Fair.We'll be using secondhand materials to make fabric triangle pennants, fabric hair flowers and blank books bound with twine and twigs. Stop…
Yesterday I mentioned some super-cute reusable sandwich bags for sale online. I should have reminded you of a tutorial I posted several months ago on how to make your own. You only need two 12-inch squares of fabric and some snaps, velcro or buttons to…
My husband and I attended the Main Market food co-op's fundraiser at the Fox last night, and I just have to say ... it was quite possibly the best $50 we've ever spent.Great food. Stunning surroundings. And talk about local talent!First up was neo-classical pianist…
Downsizing your home is pretty popular today, whether you're forced to because of a paycheck cut, you want to reduce your carbon footprint, or you because you simply realize you can live with less ... stuff.When it comes to downsizing there are the folks who…
I just came from Polly Judd Park, where Tom and Pam Deutschman were holding their monthly Pancakes in the Park gathering.The Deutschmans started the get together six years ago as a way to help transition their son, Zak, from their bed to his own big-boy…
Just wanted to tease everyone with a few craft tutorials I have cooking.I'll be running a make-and-take booth at the North Idaho Fair on Aug. 29. More details are coming soon, but in the meantime here's a sneak peek at a couple of the projects…
Whether you're committed to supporting the local-food movement or you're just thrilled that there will finally be a place to buy groceries in downtown Spokane, you might want to know how you can support the Main Market food co-op that's opening soon at 44 W.…
I've heard this rule before and think it's a good one:If you haven't worn an article of clothing in more than a year, get rid of it.Now's a good time to declutter your closet because the annual Wardrobes for Women, a career-wear sale that benefits…
Did anyone else catch Susan Mulvihill's article today on several Spokanites who have replaced their front lawns with vegetable gardens? Give it a read when you have a couple of minutes.Our main veggie garden is a 25-foot by 25-foot patch in our backyard, but we…
There's a growing number of books and Web sites that teach homeowners how to build--or repair--in a green manner.Sometimes, though, it's helpful to take part in a workshop to put words into action.Two upcoming courses in the Inland Northwest will offer hands-on learning opportunities:-Introduction to…
I've been out of town for a couple of weeks (my apologies for being so absent here), so imagine my surprise when I took a stroll down Garland Avenue the other day and discovered that Mockingbird had closed down.I don't have the scoop on why…
Artist and crafter Maggie Wolcott writes about craft events in and around Spokane, as well as her own adventures in creating and repurposing. Her DwellWellNW posts include project and decorating ideas, recipes, reviews of events, and interviews with local artists. Maggie spends her days as an English professor, and when she’s not grading papers, she can generally be found with a paintbrush or scissors in hand. She can be reached at mebullock@gmail.com.
