Episodes
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...
Published 04/07/21
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 |...
Published 04/07/21
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...
Published 04/07/21
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...
Published 04/06/21
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
Published 04/01/21
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 - [email protected] 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)...
Published 03/11/21
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...
Published 03/11/21
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...
Published 03/10/21
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...
Published 03/03/21
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...
Published 03/01/21
Welcome back! I must be honest with you when I say that this is not my best edited podcast episode. It doesn't have the usual joke and inspiring quote. But it has some interesting contest on beloved Julia Child and my personal experience with British Food.  This week we lost our beloved dog and I am trying to pit out there pre-planned content. It's hard to be cheerful but I tried to stick with pre-planned schedule.  Nevertheless, I hope you will enjoy...
Published 02/28/21
Welcome Back! In this podcast episode I will chat to you about the home projects me and my partner have completed during last 2020 year. As well as future plans for our house. I will shortly chat about seeds planting. As always, we will start the episode laughing at the joke and will end it with an inspiring quote. In the 5th episode, I will share with you: In this podcast episode I will chat to you about the home projects me and my partner have completed during last 2020 year. As...
Published 02/28/21
I feel like this podcast episode was a little bit more dramatic. Even the background music I chose is a bit dramatic... But I like it. Hope you will enjoy listening to it as well! Usual start of the podcast: a joke. And then we will complete this episode with an inspirational quote. The whole podcast episode is to inspire us all to look at life and things at a different angel. Be curious and educate yourself all the time. Because the world we live in is ever changing and that's the beauty...
Published 02/28/21
As always, we will start the episode laughing at the joke and will end it with an inspiring quote. In the 4th episode, I will share with you: Firstly, I will share with you what I know and how I understand a process of Quilting. I have not done that many quilting projects but I have created a really easy to follow tutorial with loads of pictures on how to make heart shape quilted cushion cover. It's very manageable quilting project for even absolute beginners. Link to this blog post is...
Published 02/17/21
As always, we will start the episode laughing at the joke and will end it with an inspiring quote. In the third episode, I will share with you: Firstly, I will share with you my journey with sourdough starter so far. For pictures and videos, as well as full tutorial and ongoing updates, please read blog post link here - Sourdough Starter Diary: How to make sourdough starter! No previous experience. Updated everyday | Cottage Ruffles.  Also, I will share with you my personal story of how...
Published 02/17/21
Hello Dear Listeners, how are you? It's Good to be back!  As always, we will start the episode laughing at the joke (I hope you will find it funny). And will end the episode with an inspiring quote - this time is a quote by Dr. Seuss the creator of the infamous Grinch.  In the second 'Cottage Ruffle' Podcast episode, I will chat to you about: First topic is about a woman who wore 1 dress for 100 days: I will share the reasons behind the story, how she done it, and the important...
Published 02/15/21
Welcome to Cottage Ruffles Podcast. I’m so pleased you are able to join me on this podcast today. Here, I will share with you some interesting topics about sewing and homemaking, as well as how to live a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Hey, big question - do you look forward to Spring?  Join me in laughing  at the joke I will share with you at the beginning of each episode! ALSO, IN THIS EPISODE:  Today, we are talking about so many different topics: February and hopes for upcoming...
Published 02/10/21
Published 02/10/21