OttLite LED Color Changing Lamps are a lot of fun! But have you ever wondered how they can turn the color you select or cycle through the entire 256-color palette? Color changing LEDs are made up of groups of LEDs that are red, green and blue. A computer chip controls the brightness of individual red, green and blue LEDS to create different colors. So if the blue LED is lit, you’d see blue. If the blue and red LEDs are lit at the same time, the color purple is shown. A combination of these
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(Images courtesy of Mom Made - Crochet Creations)Ivy Larsen owns a small business, Mom Made – Crochet Creations, based out of the Tampa Bay, Florida area and is known around town as the Mermaid Tail lady. Her crocheted mermaid tails for children and adults have been a hit and have even been seen on the Facebook page of the world famous mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs. Read more about how Ivy started crocheting, how Alaska ties into her crocheting and how it makes her feel when people
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In today’s world, electronic devices are everywhere – and we are all searching for quick and easy ways to keep them charged to keep us communicating, laughing, productive and connected.According to the Pew Research Center, 90% of American adults own a cell phone and 32% own an e-reader. Having accessible, reliable USB ports at home or in an office or dorm room is a must. You can even charge your devices through USB ports on your lamp! Avoid the Trickle Charge - Beware! Not all USB ports will
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Dyeing eggs is a tradition that symbolizes Easter and the beginning of spring. I found this one on the blog Spend With Pennies. It looked like it was simple and fun - and it was! This would be a great craft to do with small children, since everything used is a food product. Materials · Hard-boiled eggs· 1 tub of whipped topping · Food coloring · White vinegar · 4 disposable bowls or cups Directions 1. Pour enough vinegar in a bowl to submerge your hard-boiled
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Take our fun quiz to find out which OttLite LED lamp is a perfect fit for your personality. And, share your results with us! SaveSaveSave
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As we get older, our eyesight can begin to deteriorate and affect our vision. This decrease in vision can affect the way we read, work and also our hobbies. Don’t let changes in vision stop you from doing what you love – let OttLite help you out. With great OttLite CFL and LED lighting, you’ll see more comfortably making what you love to do easier and more enjoyable. OttLite magnifying lamps come in a variety of strengths to help you do what you love, longer. In addition to the magnifier,
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(Images courtesy of QuiltyHabit.com)Wanting to own a quilt but finding that purchasing one was out of her price range, Jessica Skultety turned to the Internet and taught herself how to quilt. Several years down the line, Jessica now teaches sewing and quilting and is also the former president of the Central Jersey Modern Quilt Guild. Learn more about Jessica, why she loves not using a pattern and her advice on how to learn to quilt.How did you get interested in quilting? When I was a college
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OttLite is proud to introduce our 2016 Ambassadors: Kathy Cano-Murillo, Tamara Kelly, Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby, and Ed Roth. Each are acclaimed bloggers, authors and teachers of their craft and will be helping spread the word about OttLite around the country. We invite you to visit each of their websites/blogs and also follow them on social media. They’ll be the first to discuss and review new OttLite products and each will have plenty of giveaways and surprises throughout the rest
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(Images courtesy of Oonaballoona.com) Actress, singer, sewer and all around Renaissance woman, Marcy Harriell is the magic behind Oonaballona.com. Part sewing blog, part online party, Oonaballoona began when Marcy and her husband (known as Ruggy on the blog) moved from New York City to Los Angeles in 2008. Advised to get a hobby when she moved to West Hollywood, Marcy picked up sewing and hasn’t looked back. Now back in New York City, Marcy continues sewing and keeping her followers
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Everyone loves the security of a blanket (remember Linus from The Peanuts?). You can make your own security blanket without breaking out your sewing machine. Fleece comes in a variety of patterns and colors so these blankets make great gifts for babies, your favorite sports fan or someone who just needs a warm lap throw. Materials 2 ½ yards of fleece in two different, but coordinating patterns Pins Rotary Cutter Cut Mat Ruler Directions1. Lay out the fleece with the
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