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Patchwork Pot
Turn a plain terracotta pot into something lovely enough to give as a gift. You can use old pots, just make sure you give them a good scrubbing and allow them to dry completely before…
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Future Skirts!
I just received a package with some fabric I ordered off ebay what seems like only moments ago. I couldn’t believe how quickly I got it. THEN, on top of that, as a total and…
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Wall flower
It was a great weekend in the garden. Tim helped turn my doodles into reality. (I use the word helped liberally… he did the lion’s share of the work!) Anyway, I am beyond thrilled with…
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Old Seed Project
After commenting on the previous post… I decided to pull up some project notes of a seed project Bug did a couple years ago… prior to my blogging. I can’t believe that this was…
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Moving Outside
Being an obsessive person, I have a tendency to have a one track mind. And at this time of year, it is near impossible to keep me indoors. My gardens call to me, and it…
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Watermelon Tea Cozy
Okay… I have the pattern complete for the Watermelon Tea Cozy. It can be made in two sizes, small 11″ x 9″ and large 12 1/2″ x 10″. Hopeful this should accommodate most teapots! Later…
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Watermelon Tea Cozy
This tea cozy can be made in two sizes: small (11″ x 9″) and large (12 1/2″ x 10″) Materials: Materials are the same for the small and large tea cozy. 1/3 yard red prequilted…
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Watermelon Tea Cozy Opps!
So, I have a few Mother’s Day gifts I’ve been thinking about. The first being a tea cozy. I decided I wanted to make something “fruity” and a watermelon slice was the first thing that…
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Making Gum Wrapper Chains with Used Gift Wrap
Making gum wrapper chains was and great way to spend a rainy or snowy afternoon. Although you might not have gum wrappers available, no problem! We used recycled gift wrap to make this chain. We…
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Contour Clip Barrette Covers
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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Contour Clip Barrette Cover Directions
Once you get started making barrette covers, you’ll be addicted! You can sew them by hand or machine. In some cases you can applique before you sew fronts and backs together, in other cases you’ll…
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Doll Purse A.K.A. Cell Phone Holder
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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Doll Purse A.K.A Cell Phone Holder
Okay… The other day I got this incredibly beautiful cell phone. It’s so pretty. It’s purple and has these cute little flowers on it! (I swear that’s not the only…
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Making a Button Shank
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
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
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
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
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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Walking Felt Bunny Finger Puppet
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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The Crooked Bush House Tote Bag
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
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
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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The Vine Crooked House Pillow Directions
This pillow is made using The Vine Crooked House Block, but it can be used with any 12 1/2" center block. This is a pillow cover that is Velcroed together and can be taken off the…
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The Vine Crooked House Block Directions
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” seam allowance…
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