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    Contour Clip Barrette Covers

    March 30, 2009 /

    I am notorious for losing, oh, let’s call it misplacing, things. My son has a Montblanc pen. He’s had it forever. NEVER give me anything of value unless it is screwed to my person. I…

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    Doll Purse A.K.A. Cell Phone Holder

    March 27, 2009 /

    Please note: This cell phone holder was made for the LG Lotus. IT WILL NOT FIT MOST PHONES! I’ve included the directions because my grandbabies turned it into a doll’s purse, which will fit any…

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    Making a Button Shank

    March 25, 2009 /

    A shank is a metal, plastic or thread column used to hold a button away from an item, making the button loose and easier to button. It also strengthens the button making it a great…

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    Praising the Shank

    March 25, 2009 /

    In the mid 70s I was in college majoring in Home Economics. No, actually, Michigan State University was on the cutting edge, and it was no longer called Home Economics but rather Human Ecology. They…

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    Felt Fried Eggs and Bacon Directions

    March 17, 2009 /

    Materials:      eggs           white felt           yellow felt           embroidery floss           stuffing      bacon           brown felt           beige felt           6 1/2″ pipe cleaner           embroidery floss      Pattern Directions: Eggs: 1] Copy…

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    Felt Fried Eggs and Bacon

    March 17, 2009 /

    It’s egg week. Next up… Fried Eggs and Bacon. What could be more fun than some yummy eggs and bacon in your child’s play kitchen? (Well, maybe toast and jam, but that will be featured…

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    Felted Eggs

    March 15, 2009 /

      This week I have a few “eggstravagant” crafts to share that can be tucked in an Easter basket or added to the play kitchen. We’ll begin with a felted egg. Basically, wrap roving around…

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  • Spring

    Felted Eggs Directions

    March 15, 2009 /

    Materials: Wool roving – I used Alpaca wool roving Form – real, plastic, styroform, or wooden eggs Dish soap Agitator – wash board, sushi mat, or griddle (optional)   1] Prepare a bowl of hot,…

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  • Memories & Musings

    Stacked Against Me!

    March 14, 2009 /

    (This was originally printed in my old blog, One Generation to Another, on April 2, 2008) When my children were growing up I always kept a mending basket in my room. Sweaters that lost buttons,…

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    Walking Felt Bunny Finger Puppet

    March 10, 2009 /

    Time flies! Seems we were just rushing to finish a few Christmas stocking stuffers, and now it’s time to get a few “tuck-ins” made for the Easter basket! I have 3 or 4 little gifts I’ll be whipping…

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  • Easter

    Walking Bunny Finger Puppets

    March 10, 2009 /

    9” x 18” piece of felt Scrap felt for heart Embroidery floss 15” of 3/8” grosgrain ribbon Stuffing – Polyfil or wool Pattern   1] Make copy of pattern.   2] Cut out felt as…

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    The Crooked Bush House Tote Bag

    March 8, 2009 /

    Over the weekend I finished the second project using a block from The Crooked House Banner. I’m not sure pictures do this justice, but I LOVE IT! This is so me. Green and red are my favorite colors and…

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    The Crooked Bush House Block

    March 8, 2009 /

      Please Note: Throughout this project you will find many hints. They will help you complete the project.   Important: The pattern pieces DO NOT have a seam allowance included. You MUST add a 1/4”…

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    The Vine Crooked House Pillow

    March 6, 2009 /

    The pattern for turning our 12 1/2" Vine Crooked House Block into a pillow is done and available in FREE Open Patterns. Although I’m using the Vine Crooked House Block to complete this pillow, you…

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