Lauren
@squeezetheday-orl.bsky.social
🏳️🌈🇨🇦 Squeezing creative joy in wherever I can. WIPs, sewing, knitting, crochet, bonsai growing, recipes and whatever else catches my attention.
https://www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com/
https://www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com/
More progress on the busy book. I think maybe I'll do a blog post for each page separately as I finish them.
#wip #workinprogress #feltsewing #handsewing
#wip #workinprogress #feltsewing #handsewing
February 16, 2026 at 12:42 AM
More progress on the busy book. I think maybe I'll do a blog post for each page separately as I finish them.
#wip #workinprogress #feltsewing #handsewing
#wip #workinprogress #feltsewing #handsewing
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Monarch Butterfly Double Knit Shawl Whistle Fund Auction
Starting Bid - $1
Minimum Bid Increase - $5
Place bids by commenting on this post (ie $450)
Bidding is open on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook.
Auction runs Feb. 13 at 4pm CST through Feb 16th at 6 pm CST.
1 hour snipe guard in effect.
Starting Bid - $1
Minimum Bid Increase - $5
Place bids by commenting on this post (ie $450)
Bidding is open on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook.
Auction runs Feb. 13 at 4pm CST through Feb 16th at 6 pm CST.
1 hour snipe guard in effect.
February 13, 2026 at 9:56 PM
Monarch Butterfly Double Knit Shawl Whistle Fund Auction
Starting Bid - $1
Minimum Bid Increase - $5
Place bids by commenting on this post (ie $450)
Bidding is open on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook.
Auction runs Feb. 13 at 4pm CST through Feb 16th at 6 pm CST.
1 hour snipe guard in effect.
Starting Bid - $1
Minimum Bid Increase - $5
Place bids by commenting on this post (ie $450)
Bidding is open on Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook.
Auction runs Feb. 13 at 4pm CST through Feb 16th at 6 pm CST.
1 hour snipe guard in effect.
My lunch this week, based on this recipe: www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pean...
I used shredded chicken and a bag of broccoli coleslaw from the bagged salad section at the grocery store (these are my secret weapon for easy meals).
#lunchprep #worklunch #easymeals #healthylunch
I used shredded chicken and a bag of broccoli coleslaw from the bagged salad section at the grocery store (these are my secret weapon for easy meals).
#lunchprep #worklunch #easymeals #healthylunch
February 14, 2026 at 6:03 PM
My lunch this week, based on this recipe: www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pean...
I used shredded chicken and a bag of broccoli coleslaw from the bagged salad section at the grocery store (these are my secret weapon for easy meals).
#lunchprep #worklunch #easymeals #healthylunch
I used shredded chicken and a bag of broccoli coleslaw from the bagged salad section at the grocery store (these are my secret weapon for easy meals).
#lunchprep #worklunch #easymeals #healthylunch
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I Photoshop Paddington into a movie, TV show, or pop culture until I forget: Day 1791
February 8, 2026 at 6:13 AM
I Photoshop Paddington into a movie, TV show, or pop culture until I forget: Day 1791
I broke my nail while smashing the ice off our outdoor garbage can. Usually, I'd repair it with a teabag, but I didn't have the patience for that today. Instead, I grabbed a leftover adhesive nail wrap. You can see it's the wrong size for this nail, but it seems to be doing the job so far.
February 13, 2026 at 4:24 PM
I broke my nail while smashing the ice off our outdoor garbage can. Usually, I'd repair it with a teabag, but I didn't have the patience for that today. Instead, I grabbed a leftover adhesive nail wrap. You can see it's the wrong size for this nail, but it seems to be doing the job so far.
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Day 111: in Virginia today before heading home.
#WalkForPeace 💖☮️💖
Stay safe & thank you for brightening our days 🌟
#WalkForPeace 💖☮️💖
Stay safe & thank you for brightening our days 🌟
February 13, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Day 111: in Virginia today before heading home.
#WalkForPeace 💖☮️💖
Stay safe & thank you for brightening our days 🌟
#WalkForPeace 💖☮️💖
Stay safe & thank you for brightening our days 🌟
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February 13, 2026 at 9:21 AM
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Facebook plans to put facial recognition in its glasses and they think we’re too stupid to fight back.
Their internal memo: “We will launch during a dynamic political environment where many civil society groups that we would expect to attack us would have their resources focused on other concerns.”
Their internal memo: “We will launch during a dynamic political environment where many civil society groups that we would expect to attack us would have their resources focused on other concerns.”
Meta Plans to Add Facial Recognition Technology to Its Smart Glasses
www.nytimes.com
February 13, 2026 at 12:16 PM
Facebook plans to put facial recognition in its glasses and they think we’re too stupid to fight back.
Their internal memo: “We will launch during a dynamic political environment where many civil society groups that we would expect to attack us would have their resources focused on other concerns.”
Their internal memo: “We will launch during a dynamic political environment where many civil society groups that we would expect to attack us would have their resources focused on other concerns.”
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And ready for everyone to read is this hopefully helpful reminder that you are under no obligation to finish any game you start. Have fun and move on. Don't have fun and move on. Just move on. It's OK.
kimimithegameeatingshemonster.com/2026/02/02/l...
kimimithegameeatingshemonster.com/2026/02/02/l...
Let It Go: Finishing games is optional
Most games, but especially modern games, are made to be finished. I am expected to play from beginning to middle to end, and if I find myself struggling at some point along the way it’s gener…
kimimithegameeatingshemonster.com
February 8, 2026 at 12:42 PM
And ready for everyone to read is this hopefully helpful reminder that you are under no obligation to finish any game you start. Have fun and move on. Don't have fun and move on. Just move on. It's OK.
kimimithegameeatingshemonster.com/2026/02/02/l...
kimimithegameeatingshemonster.com/2026/02/02/l...
Finally finished the planning for this busy book, and am starting to make it. Here's a peek at one of the pages.
#busybook #workinprogress #sewing #handsewing #sewingforkids
#busybook #workinprogress #sewing #handsewing #sewingforkids
February 12, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Finally finished the planning for this busy book, and am starting to make it. Here's a peek at one of the pages.
#busybook #workinprogress #sewing #handsewing #sewingforkids
#busybook #workinprogress #sewing #handsewing #sewingforkids
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Every time another basic income pilot like this concludes - the results are "unprecedented." It's almost like it's time for it to become universal or something.
The results of another BIG pilot are now available. This one was in L.A. and provided $1,000/mo for a year (2022 to 2023) to 3,200 people and compared them to a control group of 5,000. Every household started in poverty and with kids or expecting a baby.
The results speak for themselves. 👇
The results speak for themselves. 👇
Los Angeles gave families $1,000 a month in the biggest basic income pilot in the country. Now the results are in.
A basic income pilot in Los Angeles saw increases in the quality of life for participants and their families. Some even left abusive situations.
www.businessinsider.com
July 31, 2024 at 3:53 PM
Every time another basic income pilot like this concludes - the results are "unprecedented." It's almost like it's time for it to become universal or something.
I made a tiny curtain for the shelf I've been keeping my bonsai sprouts on so the lights aren't in our eyes when we're sitting on the couch. It's not the prettiest thing I've ever made, but it does the job.
#sewing #bonsai #plantparent
#sewing #bonsai #plantparent
February 11, 2026 at 2:06 PM
I made a tiny curtain for the shelf I've been keeping my bonsai sprouts on so the lights aren't in our eyes when we're sitting on the couch. It's not the prettiest thing I've ever made, but it does the job.
#sewing #bonsai #plantparent
#sewing #bonsai #plantparent
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I contributed an adventure to this. No ICE in Minnesota, no ICE anywhere. Prosecute ICE.
The No ICE in Minnesota Charity Bundle has officially LAUNCHED!
There are 1,439 games to discover for a $10+ donation to Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota!
Purchase the bundle here: itch.io/b/3484/no-ic...
There are 1,439 games to discover for a $10+ donation to Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota!
Purchase the bundle here: itch.io/b/3484/no-ic...
February 9, 2026 at 4:17 PM
I contributed an adventure to this. No ICE in Minnesota, no ICE anywhere. Prosecute ICE.
Succulent update. It's still flowering, and it looks like more are emerging from the center!
#succulent #houseplant #plantparent
#succulent #houseplant #plantparent
February 8, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Succulent update. It's still flowering, and it looks like more are emerging from the center!
#succulent #houseplant #plantparent
#succulent #houseplant #plantparent
This blog post includes some things I've learned, including why bonsais aren't typically grown from seed.
It's been 10 days since I started the process of planting bonsai seeds, and I have a few sprouts. So far I have one locust and three pigeon peas. The locust actually started sprouting in my closet, where I had them sitting for the first few days to germinate. #bonsai
Bonsai Sprouts
It's been 10 days since I started the process of planting bonsai seeds, and I have a few sprouts. So far I have one locust and three pigeon peas. The locust actually started sprouting in my closet, where I had them sitting for the first few days to germinate. We had a few really cold days here, and the linen closet was the warmest place in the house.
www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com
February 8, 2026 at 1:58 PM
This blog post includes some things I've learned, including why bonsais aren't typically grown from seed.
It's been 10 days since I started the process of planting bonsai seeds, and I have a few sprouts. So far I have one locust and three pigeon peas. The locust actually started sprouting in my closet, where I had them sitting for the first few days to germinate. #bonsai
Bonsai Sprouts
It's been 10 days since I started the process of planting bonsai seeds, and I have a few sprouts. So far I have one locust and three pigeon peas. The locust actually started sprouting in my closet, where I had them sitting for the first few days to germinate. We had a few really cold days here, and the linen closet was the warmest place in the house.
www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com
February 7, 2026 at 11:54 PM
It's been 10 days since I started the process of planting bonsai seeds, and I have a few sprouts. So far I have one locust and three pigeon peas. The locust actually started sprouting in my closet, where I had them sitting for the first few days to germinate. #bonsai
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Busy books are great for car rides, waiting rooms, or any time you need to keep little hands busy. I made this one relatively small, with the pages only measuring 7x7", which makes it easy for toddlers to hold on to and easy to pack in a diaper bag or backpack.
Introduction to Busy Books
When my best friend told me she was pregnant, I immediately started making a list of things I could knit and sew for my first godchild. The list quickly got out of control, and had to be narrowed down to the most practical items that I could feasibly finish making before the due date. I ended up making some bibs, a carseat poncho, a couple different blankets, and probably some other things I'm forgetting.
www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Busy books are great for car rides, waiting rooms, or any time you need to keep little hands busy. I made this one relatively small, with the pages only measuring 7x7", which makes it easy for toddlers to hold on to and easy to pack in a diaper bag or backpack.
Busy books are great for car rides, waiting rooms, or any time you need to keep little hands busy. I made this one relatively small, with the pages only measuring 7x7", which makes it easy for toddlers to hold on to and easy to pack in a diaper bag or backpack.
Introduction to Busy Books
When my best friend told me she was pregnant, I immediately started making a list of things I could knit and sew for my first godchild. The list quickly got out of control, and had to be narrowed down to the most practical items that I could feasibly finish making before the due date. I ended up making some bibs, a carseat poncho, a couple different blankets, and probably some other things I'm forgetting.
www.orangeraspberrylemonade.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Busy books are great for car rides, waiting rooms, or any time you need to keep little hands busy. I made this one relatively small, with the pages only measuring 7x7", which makes it easy for toddlers to hold on to and easy to pack in a diaper bag or backpack.
Arc Nova day! This game takes us like 5 hours to play, so we plan ahead and get snacks to have for lunch while playing.
#tabletop #boardgame
#tabletop #boardgame
January 30, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Arc Nova day! This game takes us like 5 hours to play, so we plan ahead and get snacks to have for lunch while playing.
#tabletop #boardgame
#tabletop #boardgame
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The AI bubble will pop. It’s up to us to replace it responsibly | Mark Surman
The AI bubble will pop. It’s up to us to replace it responsibly | Mark Surman
When bubbles burst, what comes next can be better, if we build it differently
www.theguardian.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:07 PM
The AI bubble will pop. It’s up to us to replace it responsibly | Mark Surman
Look what I found! I think I'm going to wait for more sprouts before doing an update on the blog, but I'm like giddy over this tiny sprout right now.
#bonsai
#bonsai
January 29, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Look what I found! I think I'm going to wait for more sprouts before doing an update on the blog, but I'm like giddy over this tiny sprout right now.
#bonsai
#bonsai
Cakes done, and I get to lick the cream cheese icing off the spoon because no one else is around right now, lol. The recipe is for a 2 layer cake, but I always make 2 single layers because my kid doesn't like nuts and raisins in his carrot cake, and I think that's a crime.
Recipes below.
#baking
Recipes below.
#baking
January 29, 2026 at 1:09 AM
Cakes done, and I get to lick the cream cheese icing off the spoon because no one else is around right now, lol. The recipe is for a 2 layer cake, but I always make 2 single layers because my kid doesn't like nuts and raisins in his carrot cake, and I think that's a crime.
Recipes below.
#baking
Recipes below.
#baking
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A call has gone out through @badasscrossstitch.bsky.social for balaclavas to help keep protestors in Minneapolis warm and anonymous
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#Knitting 🧶 #Crochet #Craftivism
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#Knitting 🧶 #Crochet #Craftivism
Four Actions You Can Take Today (despite the weather) | Badass Cross Stitch
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January 26, 2026 at 11:41 PM
A call has gone out through @badasscrossstitch.bsky.social for balaclavas to help keep protestors in Minneapolis warm and anonymous
www.patreon.com/posts/four-a...
#Knitting 🧶 #Crochet #Craftivism
www.patreon.com/posts/four-a...
#Knitting 🧶 #Crochet #Craftivism
Today, I started writing about the busy book I sewed. Then I had to find photos on dropbox... where *every photo I have ever taken* auto-uploads into one folder.
I have yet to emerge from dropbox. But here are some photos I found. Follow me if you want to (eventually) see how I made this.
I have yet to emerge from dropbox. But here are some photos I found. Follow me if you want to (eventually) see how I made this.
January 27, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Today, I started writing about the busy book I sewed. Then I had to find photos on dropbox... where *every photo I have ever taken* auto-uploads into one folder.
I have yet to emerge from dropbox. But here are some photos I found. Follow me if you want to (eventually) see how I made this.
I have yet to emerge from dropbox. But here are some photos I found. Follow me if you want to (eventually) see how I made this.