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5 Ways Vision Changes With Dementia 1. Blurring Blurring is when one sees things less sharply. Faces and common objects can become harder to recognize. Blurring can cause confusion and difficulty finding objects. Another challenge is not being able to read or write. Caregiver tips: Make it clear who you are when interacting with a person with dementia. For example, don’t say “it’s me.” Instead say “Hi Mom, it’s Bob, your son.” When you give your care partner an object, state what it is. Such as “here is your hairbrush.” 2. Pupils reacting slowly to light Slow reactions to light make it hard to go from a light space to a dark space. When a person with dementia turns from looking out a bright window the room will appear dark. Going outside on a sunny day can be overwhelming. The light appears too bright until the pupils react. Caregiver tips: Allow plenty of time to adjust to different levels of light. When waking up in the morning, keep the lights low. Turn on a small light first. Go sl...

  Welcome to my blog page. I started my blog in March 2017! I didn't realize that I have been blogging for that long already. I don't even remember why I started blogging. Maybe I started it after I broke my kneecap and was forced to stay home and heal for 6 months. That is how long it took for my kneecap to heal. It was a depressing year for me. I wasn't able to get around like I wanted to and had to depend on others for help. It was hard.  One of my first blogs was about my dog Piper. She's a sweetheart who loves tummy rubs and attention in all. Piper likes her pig ear snacks. For some reason, when one of my pups has something like a toy or bone, even a piece of trash, the other one wants the same thing. These two girls are precious, but they do not like to share.

Fundraiser fundraiser  project Linus in Killeen, Texas See my first completed Linus quilt " here ".

Hello! Happy New Year Everyone! Welcome to 2026 and a new beginning of the Kathryn Kerr 365 Quilt Challenge!  This is a quick summary of how this works.  Please remember that the patterns are Kathryn’s original copyrighted patterns and we will make sure posts reflect that. Ask any questions you might have! And, please, find Kathryn’s donation link on her teachable site and send a “thank you” to the artist for her continued dedication to this project! Happy Sewing!  - The 365 Quilt Challenge gives you one block per day, with a few extras and a birthday block. If you finish a block each day, at the end of 2024, you will have a completed quilt.  - The final quilt, when completed will be 90” x 90”. - The patterns begin with easy blocks, and get more difficult as we progress through the year. (This was amazing to me as a new quilter!)  - Please look through the explanations of how to do certain things like mitered corners (you’re going to learn to love them) and fly...

 Quilt Glossary 1/4 seam allowance-A 1/4 seam allowance is a 1/4 inch of fabric between where your seam begins and the raw edge of the fabric. A quarter-inch allowance is used by quilters for most projects. Having an accurate seam allowance is necessary for making pieces that align properly when you assemble the quilt. Many sewing machines have settings or 1/4" presser feet to help you sew with an accurate seam allowance. If you don't have a 1/4" foot, using colored tape to mark the correct allowance on the throat plate of your machine can help you see the proper allowance more clearly. 1930s reproductions- 1930s reproductions are quilting materials produced today using patterns popular during the 1930s. Using 1930s reproductions can help you create a vintage or antique look while still using new, more easily sourced material. 1930s reproductions are also handy for repairing heirloom quilts or finish quilts that have been handed down in-progress. Some popular 1930s repro...

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 “Browse Our Handmade Craft Items & Pricing.”  Welcome to my cozy corner of handmade goodness 🤍 Here you’ll find thoughtfully created items—from fabric bundles to finished pieces—made with care, creativity, and a love for all things handmade. Each item is crafted in my home studio and available in limited quantities.  Custom Vinyl T-Shirts — Short Sleeve Title: Custom Short Sleeve Vinyl T-Shirt – Handmade Apparel Description: Soft custom vinyl short-sleeve tee with one-color design—perfect for everyday wear. Add a second color or glitter design for a little extra flair. 💲 $20.00 Custom Vinyl T-Shirts — Long Sleeve Title: Custom Long Sleeve Vinyl T-Shirt – Cozy Handmade Design Description: Comfortable long sleeve tee with one-color vinyl design. Great for cooler days or layering. 💲 $30.00 Extra Design & Personalization Options Title: T-Shirt Design Upgrades & Custom Personalization Description: • Additional vinyl color — 💲 $5 • Glitter design or pattern — ...

  Today for the first time I encountered a gray streak butterfly. It is not very colorful- so I had to google it to make sure it wasn’t a moth. It was very much attracted to my blooming cucumber plant. It was fun watching it’s movements and how it constantly rubbed its back feet together.    Hopefully, it will help my plant grow.  Links: gray streak Butterfly Quilt Pattern

Other links: Beagle Card

  My daughter Michelle requested a turquoise and white quilt from me. I decided to make it unique using small scraps and pieces collected here and there if fabric that catches my attention.  Pinterest also has given some inspiration. Here is what I have so far: I also love the idea of putting a small heart in the corner of the quilt. It’s such a cute idea.  TikTok Bearclaw  Half square triangles So far, I have ten blocks completed. The larger one is made from 1.5” square pieces and the smaller block from 1” square pieces.  I’m afraid that the quilt might get a little boring with just bear claw patterned squares - so I might incorporate other blocks too. Not sure yet.  Connecting  threads has a beautiful block, that I think would make a nice center piece.  Links: My New Fabrics TikTok block

  I want to share something a little deep. I want to share what I have learned about myself while starting this love/ hate journey with quilting. I started quilting about 7 years ago. I started like most people, Squares/ Rail fences. Progressed to triangles and so on. With each quilt I challenged myself to learn something new. I am by no means a professional quilter. But, after all these years, my mind was wondering this morning looking at a quilt. I remember starting this journey. I thought I would never get this quilting thing. Look at me now. Years later. I'm still trying to develop my craft. What have I learned along the way? 1) Patience. Not only with others ...mainly with myself 2) Learn from my mistakes. Humble yourself. 3) No one and/or nothing is perfect. And not one of my quilts will ever win a prize. But that is ok! 4) Don't be afraid to try new things 5) Art is in the eye of the beholder. Not everyone is going to like what you create. That's ok. The ones that do...

Help me earn 100 dice !   Recently, I have developed a new addiction to a Monopoly app game on my phone. I get points or free dice rolls by inviting friends- if you would like to join the game, here is my invite code: Play MONOPOLY GO! with me! Download it here: https://mply.io/tjdYVOwzzJo My invite code: MGO897UCE87X Need help with these missing cards- who wants to help?  I have an extra for exchange Monopoly rewards „ here “ and free dice rolls!  Have fun! Check out Monopoly events „ here “. Every once in a while, once a month, they will have an event to trade 1 card of the game's choosing.  Follow me on TikTok „ here “ Friends: Yevonne   Information Shop Contact Me Link tree   Categories Fabrics Kits Scraps View All   Contact Me Texas Google Form WhatsApp   Follow Me Facebook Twitter Instagram Link Tree Pinterest TikTok Snapchat Spoonflower YouTube Things I sell Blog disclosure " here ". I enjoy sharing my love of stamping, teaching and g...

Adorable Scrappy Hearts are handmade by me. They are for sale in my store. Feel free to leave me a message below if you have any questions.  Handmade scrappy hearts for $17.00, found in my ETSY shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplySteffi Links: Heart Block

  Posted some home decor some handmade on Poshmark. Feel free to check it out. If you order three or more items you get a discount! Click on link at the end of the post or leave a comment below. #Happyshopping #Simplystefaniestuff Visit my Poshmark shop „ here “ or order " here ". Links: My Designs Pup Supplies

Links: Simply Stefanie Stuff Blog disclosure " here ". I enjoy sharing my love of stamping, teaching and genealogy with you.  If you use an  idea , you have seen here on my site, please spread the love and refer to where you have seen it on my blog.      Information Shop Contact Me   Categories Fabrics Kits Scraps View All   Contact Me Order Form Texas Google Form WhatsApp   Follow Me Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Poshmark TikTok Simple Sweet Treats Snapchat Spoonflower Threadless YouTube Blog disclosure " here ". I enjoy sharing my love of stamping, teaching and genealogy with you.  If you use an idea, you have seen here on my site, please spread the love and refer to where you have seen it on my blog.   

Lots of new designs created by me " here ". Buy some fabric from Simply Stefanie and support my crafting / sewing addiction. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19QnjFjQKR/?mibextid=11tuMg Click “ here ”. My newest design: Buy „ here “   I have so many new fabrics to check out now. Been busily designing, constantly coming up with new ideas. Joining challenges has also been fun- unfortunately I have not had the pleasure of winning one yet. Don’t worry I’m not giving up- still pumping out ideas and drawings. I’m totally addicted to textile designing. Check out my many creations “ here ”. I am very proud of my creations- please heart the ones you like. I love feedback!    So excited to show you my two newest fabric designs that I created for my  i- Spy quilt project . See my video „ here “. You can also see more of my creations " here ". Big Daisy Print   Bee Diagram New design have been added to my Spoonflower shop; come and check them out. Choose from 61 design. ...