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Category Archives: Crafts
Datebook Cover
Remember in grade school when we used to cover our books in brown paper? This datebook cover is a fabric version of that. I stitched together some scraps of fabric I had lying around in my studio, wrapped it around … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, News, Sewing
Tagged crafts, DIY, my ugly datebook, quick projects, quilts, what to do with fabric scraps
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Two For You, One For Me
Another set of earrings made this week.
Endora’s Earrings
It was Agnes Moorehead’s birthday yesterday. Most people associate her with her character on Bewitched, but she had a long career in radio, stage, and on film. She was one of the original members of The Mercury Theater founded … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, DIY
Tagged Agnes Moorehead, holiday gifts, jewelry making, The Magnificent Ambersons
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Fold Up Pencil Case
This is another pencil pouch I cooked up, unlike the last one I made that rolled up, this one folds flat. I used plastic canvas to add some stability for when it’s tossed into a bag. Folded up, it measures … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, News, Sewing
Tagged crafts, DIY, felt, Pencil case, technical pens, vintage buttons
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A Halloween Brooch
When I saw this skeleton cameo, I immediately thought of my friend Penny – she’s the only person I know who loves Halloween more than I do! I found a setting for the cameo that I thought was a good … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Halloween, Holiday, News
Tagged accessories, distressed jewelry boxes, Halloween costume jewelry
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The Grapes of Wrath
One of my most ingenious, well received Halloween costumes cost less than five dollars to make. You don’t have to spend a fortune on a costume – all you need are some balloons, safety pins, two pieces of felt, and … Continue reading
Halloween Treat Bags
Halloween is right around the corner (well, not really – but it doesn’t hurt to be prepared) so I’ve designed two treat bag toppers. They’re perfect favors for a Halloween or school party. It’s easy –just download the PDF, print … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Halloween, News
Tagged Halloween treat bag toppers, party favors, wax lips
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