Lisa Clarke
@lisaclarke.net
Documentation writer. Into photography, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and polymer clay. Music lover. Coziness enthusiast. New Jersey, born and raised. Blue dot in a red town 💙
https://www.lisaclarke.net/hello.html
https://www.lisaclarke.net/hello.html
The Passaic
The Monongahela
My favorite Twitter prompt was "RT this with your home river," so reskeet this with your home river.
Mine is the Patuxent.
Mine is the Patuxent.
February 3, 2026 at 1:35 PM
The Passaic
I just stumbled upon my old Weekend Favorites category on my blog and was reminded how wonderful Instagram used to be. So much beautiful imagery. No wonder it used to be my happy place. It has changed so much :-/ www.lisaclarke.net/category/wee...
February 3, 2026 at 1:17 PM
I just stumbled upon my old Weekend Favorites category on my blog and was reminded how wonderful Instagram used to be. So much beautiful imagery. No wonder it used to be my happy place. It has changed so much :-/ www.lisaclarke.net/category/wee...
Oh, I hope so! Gotta say I am having my doubts with what I've seen so far, though, lol!
January 21, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Oh, I hope so! Gotta say I am having my doubts with what I've seen so far, though, lol!
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Help us select the 2025 finalists for our annual Clarkesworld Readers' Poll.
Nominate your favorite Clarkesworld stories and cover art at:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/clarkeswor...
POLL CLOSES THURSDAY, JANUARY 22th at 3PM EST
Nominate your favorite Clarkesworld stories and cover art at:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/clarkeswor...
POLL CLOSES THURSDAY, JANUARY 22th at 3PM EST
2025 Clarkesworld Readers' Poll - Nomination Phase
You have until January 22nd 3pm EST to nominate!
www.surveymonkey.com
January 20, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Help us select the 2025 finalists for our annual Clarkesworld Readers' Poll.
Nominate your favorite Clarkesworld stories and cover art at:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/clarkeswor...
POLL CLOSES THURSDAY, JANUARY 22th at 3PM EST
Nominate your favorite Clarkesworld stories and cover art at:
www.surveymonkey.com/r/clarkeswor...
POLL CLOSES THURSDAY, JANUARY 22th at 3PM EST
Dreading the next three months of cold and darkness? Take a look at these strategies for reframing the winter season. I have gone from being a winter hater to a kind-of-looking-forward-to-winter-in-some-ways person. Maybe my coping strategies can help you, too!
www.lisaclarke.net/2026/01/04/5...
www.lisaclarke.net/2026/01/04/5...
5 ways to feel a tiny bit better about the short, cold, dark days ⋆ Polka Dot Cottage
If you are dreading the next three months of cold and darkness, take a look at these strategies for reframing the winter season. I have gone from being a winter hater to a kind-of-looking-forward-to-w...
www.lisaclarke.net
January 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Dreading the next three months of cold and darkness? Take a look at these strategies for reframing the winter season. I have gone from being a winter hater to a kind-of-looking-forward-to-winter-in-some-ways person. Maybe my coping strategies can help you, too!
www.lisaclarke.net/2026/01/04/5...
www.lisaclarke.net/2026/01/04/5...
I've got nine wool hats to block before Christmas, but I am hesitating because every time I block a hat, it grows. These are perfect as is. Any tips for keeping the stitches from stretching out? (P.S. the pom-poms snap on, and I will remove them before blocking.) #knitting 🧶
December 18, 2025 at 2:50 PM
I've got nine wool hats to block before Christmas, but I am hesitating because every time I block a hat, it grows. These are perfect as is. Any tips for keeping the stitches from stretching out? (P.S. the pom-poms snap on, and I will remove them before blocking.) #knitting 🧶
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"You’ve been obsessively trying to prepare for it, but who knows what will actually happen."
Thanksgiving or Perimenopause?
1. There’s a turkey neck situation. 2. Is it four thousand degrees in the kitchen, or is it just you? 3. You love your family, but you also wish th...
buff.ly
November 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
"You’ve been obsessively trying to prepare for it, but who knows what will actually happen."
Here are some upcoming events where you can find me and my #polkadotcottage #polymerclay creations! There are more details on my website: www.lisaclarke.net/buy-my-work-...
November 25, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Here are some upcoming events where you can find me and my #polkadotcottage #polymerclay creations! There are more details on my website: www.lisaclarke.net/buy-my-work-...
Thanksgiving-Cyber Monday, my wallet's ignoring Target, Home Depot, & Amazon. I'm tired of corporations enabling this administration ditching DEI, allowing ICE to terrorize our communities, & chase tax breaks. Join me! #WeAintBuyingIt 🚫 app.sosha.ai/s/d3hJ89W7
We Ain't Buying It - Target, Home Depot & Amazon
app.sosha.ai
November 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Thanksgiving-Cyber Monday, my wallet's ignoring Target, Home Depot, & Amazon. I'm tired of corporations enabling this administration ditching DEI, allowing ICE to terrorize our communities, & chase tax breaks. Join me! #WeAintBuyingIt 🚫 app.sosha.ai/s/d3hJ89W7
Ok, one more post before I go back to my Day Job 😁
Last week was Polymer Claycation, and I made some things that I am really very happy with. These are those things. I'll be selling at some local shows over the next month, but what's left will go in the shop.
#polymerclay #polkadotcottage 🧶
Last week was Polymer Claycation, and I made some things that I am really very happy with. These are those things. I'll be selling at some local shows over the next month, but what's left will go in the shop.
#polymerclay #polkadotcottage 🧶
November 18, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Ok, one more post before I go back to my Day Job 😁
Last week was Polymer Claycation, and I made some things that I am really very happy with. These are those things. I'll be selling at some local shows over the next month, but what's left will go in the shop.
#polymerclay #polkadotcottage 🧶
Last week was Polymer Claycation, and I made some things that I am really very happy with. These are those things. I'll be selling at some local shows over the next month, but what's left will go in the shop.
#polymerclay #polkadotcottage 🧶
All Neil wants for Christmas is a few hundred new subscribers. Might one of them be you? ❤️💚
In light of the astronomical increases for my health insurance next year, I thought it would be a good time to encourage people to subscribe. (A few hundred should cover it. Sigh.)
clarkesworldmagazine.com/subscribe/
clarkesworldmagazine.com/subscribe/
November 18, 2025 at 1:52 PM
All Neil wants for Christmas is a few hundred new subscribers. Might one of them be you? ❤️💚
Here's another project in various stages of completion! A granny square sweater vest of my own design.
#crochet #grannysquares 🧶 1/2
#crochet #grannysquares 🧶 1/2
November 18, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Here's another project in various stages of completion! A granny square sweater vest of my own design.
#crochet #grannysquares 🧶 1/2
#crochet #grannysquares 🧶 1/2
I posted about this #antlersweater in September and then never again! Here's the finished sweater, and the bigger one I made for baby's 7-year-old sister :-) #knitting 🧶
November 18, 2025 at 1:26 PM
I posted about this #antlersweater in September and then never again! Here's the finished sweater, and the bigger one I made for baby's 7-year-old sister :-) #knitting 🧶
What a relief! So happy tonight 💙
New Jersey, it is the honor of my life to earn your trust to become this great state’s 57th Governor.
I promise to listen, lead with courage, and never forget who I serve.
I promise to listen, lead with courage, and never forget who I serve.
November 5, 2025 at 4:17 AM
What a relief! So happy tonight 💙
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From our friends @aclu-nj.org
"Now is the time to vote like your rights depend on it.
Voters should go to the polls confidently. If you encounter any problems, contact our non-partisan election protection coalition at 1-866-OUR-VOTE." (1/2)
"Now is the time to vote like your rights depend on it.
Voters should go to the polls confidently. If you encounter any problems, contact our non-partisan election protection coalition at 1-866-OUR-VOTE." (1/2)
November 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM
From our friends @aclu-nj.org
"Now is the time to vote like your rights depend on it.
Voters should go to the polls confidently. If you encounter any problems, contact our non-partisan election protection coalition at 1-866-OUR-VOTE." (1/2)
"Now is the time to vote like your rights depend on it.
Voters should go to the polls confidently. If you encounter any problems, contact our non-partisan election protection coalition at 1-866-OUR-VOTE." (1/2)
Shop update! Free Shipping! New Product!
Shop update! Free Shipping! New Product!
I've redesigned the shop to be sleeker and simpler to navigate. Also, free shipping for qualifying orders! Plus, a new product for polymer clay enthusiasts, and new ways to shop in person this season!
www.lisaclarke.net
November 2, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Shop update! Free Shipping! New Product!
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The only significant advantage I can see in having a massive new White House ballroom would be to give Uzo Aduba more opportunities for solving crimes while also birdwatching.
October 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The only significant advantage I can see in having a massive new White House ballroom would be to give Uzo Aduba more opportunities for solving crimes while also birdwatching.
Reposted by Lisa Clarke
You can skip the line this election season by voting early in-person! Early in-person is easy, simple, and quick. You can begin casting your ballot this Saturday, October 25 through Sunday, November 2.
https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml
https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml
October 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM
You can skip the line this election season by voting early in-person! Early in-person is easy, simple, and quick. You can begin casting your ballot this Saturday, October 25 through Sunday, November 2.
https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml
https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml
I posted on a forum today, about a project I was having fun working on, and someone responded with a detailed explanation of how I can use an LLM to do the work for me. Um, no. Using my brain is the point. Having a final result that reflects my personality is the point. Also, did I ask for help? No.
October 22, 2025 at 5:14 PM
I posted on a forum today, about a project I was having fun working on, and someone responded with a detailed explanation of how I can use an LLM to do the work for me. Um, no. Using my brain is the point. Having a final result that reflects my personality is the point. Also, did I ask for help? No.
Chilly Monday workday with the window open. Hot water bottle and a crocheted blanket on my lap. Maple syrup candle with the crackling wooden wick burning. The Sundays "Blind" on the turntable. A little later I'll add a cup of hot coffee and a maple pecan cookie 🧡🤎💛 #simplepleasures
October 20, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Chilly Monday workday with the window open. Hot water bottle and a crocheted blanket on my lap. Maple syrup candle with the crackling wooden wick burning. The Sundays "Blind" on the turntable. A little later I'll add a cup of hot coffee and a maple pecan cookie 🧡🤎💛 #simplepleasures
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Here are 3️⃣ things Trump is spending taxpayer dollars on INSTEAD of solving the healthcare crisis.
October 18, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Here are 3️⃣ things Trump is spending taxpayer dollars on INSTEAD of solving the healthcare crisis.
Reposted by Lisa Clarke
What are your plans for tomorrow?
We hope to see you at a #NoKings rally!
Check nokings.org to find one convenient to you!
Don't miss your chance to be part this nationwide demonstration of love for America - government of, by and for the people - with liberty and justice for all!
We hope to see you at a #NoKings rally!
Check nokings.org to find one convenient to you!
Don't miss your chance to be part this nationwide demonstration of love for America - government of, by and for the people - with liberty and justice for all!
October 17, 2025 at 4:19 PM
What are your plans for tomorrow?
We hope to see you at a #NoKings rally!
Check nokings.org to find one convenient to you!
Don't miss your chance to be part this nationwide demonstration of love for America - government of, by and for the people - with liberty and justice for all!
We hope to see you at a #NoKings rally!
Check nokings.org to find one convenient to you!
Don't miss your chance to be part this nationwide demonstration of love for America - government of, by and for the people - with liberty and justice for all!
Reposted by Lisa Clarke
I wrote about making coffee this week.
“Throw your coffee scale away. Coffee is made by feel. Coffee is made with your heart. Coffee is made with your chest, not with a scale. Fill the grinder to the top. Press down on it and grind those beans like you’re grinding a fascist’s bones.”
“Throw your coffee scale away. Coffee is made by feel. Coffee is made with your heart. Coffee is made with your chest, not with a scale. Fill the grinder to the top. Press down on it and grind those beans like you’re grinding a fascist’s bones.”
How to make coffee
The back side of art. Enjoying the newsletter? Gimme $2. Coffee aint cheap. This week’s question comes to us from Victor Lombardi: What are your opinions...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:22 PM
I wrote about making coffee this week.
“Throw your coffee scale away. Coffee is made by feel. Coffee is made with your heart. Coffee is made with your chest, not with a scale. Fill the grinder to the top. Press down on it and grind those beans like you’re grinding a fascist’s bones.”
“Throw your coffee scale away. Coffee is made by feel. Coffee is made with your heart. Coffee is made with your chest, not with a scale. Fill the grinder to the top. Press down on it and grind those beans like you’re grinding a fascist’s bones.”