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Category Archives: Crafts
Game Pouch
The problem with some games are the ginormous boxes they come in, especially when you live in an old house with minimal closet space. I decided that since this particular game had no board, why not sew a pouch to … Continue reading
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Birthday Crown No.12
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Posted in Collage, Crafts, News
Tagged 3D movie audience, birthday, birthday crown, collage, digital, film countdown numbers, film noir movie posters, hat, Hollywood, party, scan, Tina Garceau. illustration
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How To Sew An iPod Case
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The Barber Quarter Ornament
The time period of The Capewell Glass Negative Collection reminded me of a Christmas ornament I made fifteen years ago. In 1995, we bought a rowhome that was built in 1910. It’s a good house in a nice neighborhood, however … Continue reading
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Posted in Crafts, Curious Clutter, Holiday, News, Philadelphia
Tagged Barber quarter, Charles Barber, handmade, ornaments, The Philadelphia Mint
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Bow Tie Box
A bow tie should have it’s own storage box!
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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
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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!
