August 2023 – Page 8 – The Pillow Willow

August 12, 2023

Managing Homework and Bedtime Routine: Striking a Balance for School-Aged Children – Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night’s sleep

As the school year gets underway, balancing children’s homework and bedtime routine can feel like a tightrope walk for parents. And the struggle is real—on one hand, it’s important for children to get enough sleep to support their cognitive development, memory consolidation, and learning. On the other hand, there’s a lot of homework to be done! We’re here to guide you […]

Health 0 5 min read

August 11, 2023

Choosing embroidery and fabric scissors – TextileArtist.org

You’re in a haberdashery shop, or browsing your favourite online sewing store, hoping to buy some embroidery scissors. But looking through all the options, the selection is huge. From tiny embroidery scissors to large fabric shears – and so many brands and styles in between – in all different colours and shapes. So how do you choose? Here’s what you […]

Textile 0 13 min read

August 9, 2023

Air Fryer Fish Sticks

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Once you make air fryer fish sticks from scratch, you’ll never deep fry them again! Perfect with homemade tartar sauce. Fish Sticks in Air Fryer Forget the frozen aisle – Make healthy fish sticks in the air fryer with cleaner, fresh ingredients that taste so much better than packaged ones. They’re […]

Food 0 4 min read

August 9, 2023

Writing Love Letters to Monsters

When writer Kai Cheng Thom felt like the world was collapsing, she posed a question to herself: What happens when we imagine loving the people—and the parts of ourselves—that we do not believe are worthy of love? Over the course of her career, Thom has worked as an activist, sex worker, psychotherapist, conflict mediator, and community healer. In each of […]

Zen 0 8 min read

August 6, 2023

Elnaz Yazdani: Embellish, connect and transform – TextileArtist.org

Embellish, connect, transform is how artist and educator, Elnaz Yazdani defines – and challenges – the process of embroidery. Using these elements as prompts, literally, metaphorically and poetically, she explores embroidery, including making unseen forces such as magnetism and sound visible. Elnaz uses traditional goldwork techniques including zardozi, which draws on her Persian heritage. However, rather than precious metals, Elnaz […]

Textile 0 14 min read

August 6, 2023

10 Tips for Creating a Sleep-Friendly Dorm Room – Better Sleep Council | Start every day with a good night’s sleep

Better Sleep Council spokeswoman Terry Cralle shares10 tips that will help turn your dorm room into a sleep sanctuary. While college can be a wonderful and exciting new adventure, it does come with its share of challenges. Academic, financial, personal, and social stressors on top of a new environment and a hectic schedule mandate students’ vigilance in putting their physical […]

Health 0 5 min read

August 4, 2023

Coalition urges action on US textile waste

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August 2, 2023

Green Tara: You Are the Divine Feminine – Lions Roar

No matter your gender identification, you can do Green Tara practice and help bring yourself—and the world—into balance. Lama Döndrup Drölma offers step-by-step instructions. Painting Courtesy of Lucky Thanka, www.luckythanka.com Tara is awakened awareness manifest in a female form. She’s a beloved Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist figure whose countless devotees have invoked her compassionate presence since the late sixth century […]

Zen 0 11 min read

August 1, 2023

Shrimp Quesadilla

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Enjoy this protein-packed Shrimp Quesadilla recipe bursting with savory flavors – an ideal choice for a light and satisfying dinner or lunch. Shrimp Quesadilla Whether you’re a seafood lover or a fan of Mexican cuisine, Shrimp Quesadillas are a must-try dish that combines the best of both worlds. If you […]

Food 0 3 min read