In this podcast episode, I chat about TV shows that I love to watch. Also, I mention some of the YouTube types of channels that I like to watch.  Have a question? Contact me on: Blog - Cottage Ruffles | Sewing, Homemaking & Simple Lifestyle Send me voice message on podcast - https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message Facebook - Cottage Ruffles | Facebook Pinterest - Pinterest Instagram - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) / Twitter I am part of School of Stitched Textiles Affiliate Marketing Pro ..read more

In this honest recollection of the time when we were buying our home - 5 years ago - that we live in now. The obstacles and difficult times, how we overcame all that and how you should never give up on your dreams and goals!  I hoped you will enjoy listening to this episode.  Have a question? Contact me on: Blog - Cottage Ruffles | Sewing, Homemaking & Simple Lifestyle Send me voice message on podcast - https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message Facebook - Cottage Ruffles | Facebook Pinterest - Pinterest Instagram - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) • Instagram photo ..read more

Blog - Cottage Ruffles | Sewing, Homemaking & Simple Lifestyle Send me voice message on podcast - https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message Facebook - Cottage Ruffles | Facebook Pinterest - Pinterest Instagram - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) / Twitter In this episode, I share with you my experience with Affiliate Marketing. How I could not get on the internet and how I realised that our lives depends so much on the usage of the internet.  ..read more

In this episode, I am sharing with you all what I have done on one of my most productive days which was yesterday.  I also touch on the news of Khloe's Kardashian unfiltered picture that is now circulating on social media. And how this is a prove of unhealthy perfectionism that has became an obsession on social media platforms.  And most importantly, I have finally spent some time (5 hours exactly) leaning how to create sewing patterns on Adobe Illustrator.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message ..read more

In this episode I give an honest explanation on why there was exactly 3 weeks silence and no new podcast episode. I share my thoughts on 'Cottage Ruffles' future.  I also share my thoughts on 'Seaspiracy' Netflix documentary and why we all should watch it - and why is so IMPORTANT TO SAVE OUR OCEANS!  I will create more episodes soon.  Thank you so much for listening!  Have a good day!  Gitana x --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message ..read more

Blog - Cottage Ruffles | Sewing, Homemaking & Simple Lifestyle I will share my first month as a part time blogger experience. I get into detail on motivation, dedication and why I have failed before as a blogger.  If you have any questions, send me an email - cottageruffles@gmail.com Send me voice message on podcast - https://anchor.fm/cottageruffles/message Follow and message 'Cottage Ruffles' on: Facebook - Cottage Ruffles | Facebook Instagram - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter - Cottage Ruffles (@cottageruffles) / Twitter Pinte ..read more

Blog - Cottage Ruffles | Sewing, Homemaking & Simple Lifestyle I will share how I create, edit and publish my podcast episodes. How I edit my audio files on Adobe Audition software. Also, I will go into detail where and how I get my ideas for podcast content. I will go back to the very beginning and share my struggles. And how far I got so far. I think I was able to answer so many questions I would have had when I was trying to learn to create my podcast. I also will let you know which podcast host I chose which is Anchor. And why. And as always I just chat and share my honest thoughts and ..read more

I share my honest opinions and experience on shopping and placing orders on Alibaba. I will reveal to you if I would buy fabric from Alibaba again.  Also, I will mention some of my latest sewing projects and blog posts such as: Kids Toy Cube - tutorial on blog post How To Make Handmade Vintage Velvet Kids Soft Play Toy Bean Bag Cube | Cottage Ruffles Dog Bed (blog post coming soon...) New Flower Pots from recycled coffee jars - tutorial here How To Upcycle Old Coffee Jars and Cans into Flower Pots | Cottage Ruffles I will also reveal to your that my favourite fabric is muslin. What I ha ..read more

Let's start this new Season 2 with all mighty Spring Cleaning!  In this podcast episode: Special shout out to Podcast's #1 Fan Nikki :) I share with you my Spring To Do List with all 35 tasks to complete throughout March. I have some thoughts on the podcasts future, and just share some of my life aspects.  Also, I share 5 of my decluttering struggles.  Also, Cottage Ruffles is now on Twitter! Do follow us if you are on Twitter too!  *********************************************************************************** I have shared in the first and this episode about how I a ..read more

This podcast episode was recorded on the day our beloved family dog Lola has passed away. It was actually recorded about an hour before she made her last journey to my house. I just had to have a dedication to this loyal, lovely, gracious pet that was nothing but most loved family member.  In this podcast episode I will chat about sourdough update. Old time radio cooking shows and a bit of a history, and Betty Crocker - an American icon, who she was and where is she now.  *********************************************************************************** I have shared in the first an ..read more