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Category Archives: Crafts
Bow Tie Box
A bow tie should have it’s own storage box!
Posted in Crafts, News, Sewing
Tagged Bow ties, Echo fabric collection, gift, handmade, holiday, Lotta Jansdotter, Mod Podge
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Echo Tote Bag
A few weeks back, I went to the fabric store and was immediately drawn to Lotta Jansdotter’s new Echo collection. I chose Spring Buds in mustard, and the aqua Scattered Pods, I thought it would make a terrific tote bag! … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, News, Sewing
Tagged crafts, DIY, Echo fabric collection, gift, handmade, holiday, Lotta Jansdotter, Sewing, tote bag
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Baubles, Bangles and Beads!
The holiday season is upon us, and it’s all about accessories! This particular set I made for a fund raiser. I’d write more, but I’ve got pies to make! Stay tuned, more to come!
38 Days ‘Til Christmas
Get crackin’!
Posted in Crafts, Mrs. Crankipants
Tagged 1970s, American Thread, crochet, humor, knit, Mrs. Crankipants
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Bow Tie 101
It all started with my niece’s wedding. I decided it would be nice for my son to wear a bow tie for the occasion, until I went shopping for one and saw how ugly and expensive they were. I thought, … Continue reading
Wood Grain Bow Tie
Another idea of what to do with fabric scraps – make a bow tie! This is my first “clip-on” tie. I had a hard time finding the hardware, so imagine my surprise when I walked into Fleishman’s in Queen Village, … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Holiday, Philadelphia, Sewing
Tagged American Thread, Bow ties, fabric scraps, Fleishman's, handmade, holiday
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