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Weekend Pinspiration: Amigurumi Crochet Patterns
It’s been a while since I posted a roundup, so I’m kicking off some warmer-season crocheting with a collection of smaller, travel-friendly projects. These would be perfect for working on in the car,...
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Stars & Stripes Banner Tutorial
Late spring and summer are sortof this long dry stretch in terms of holidays. You’ve got Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter in the spring and Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas in fall...
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Stars & Stripes Placemat Tutorial
So the stars and stripes banners I made the other day for Memorial Day got me on a roll. Or a stripe, as the case may be. If one stars and stripes project is good, two must be better. :o) To make a...
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Tote Bag Experimentation
I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve been carrying a cheap, ratty nylon tote bag as a carryon when I travel for far too long. I think I got it at Target, I’ve had it for years and it was literally falling...
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Pattern Testing: Reisende Bag from Sew Sweetness
I recently had an opportunity to test the brand new Reisende Bag pattern from Sara Lawson atSew Sweetness. The pattern is now available in her shop, so I can finally show off a few photos. The pattern...
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Fun Weekend Sewing: A Little Pair o’ Pugs
I made these little guys for friends a few weeks ago but couldn’t share them until they’d finally made their way to their new homes. Aren’t they cute? They’re small – about 8″ tall – but now that I’ve...
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Reversible Placemats and Matching Napkins Tutorial
I’m over at The Kim Six Fix sharing a tutorial for easy reversible placemats and matching napkins. Stop by and check it out!
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How to Miter Hemmed Corners
Hemming corners is one of those things that can really make or break the look of a finished project. There are a couple ways to finish corners but mitering is my favorite. It makes a neat corner with...
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Pokemon Go Pokeball Pillow Tutorial
Has Pokemon Go fever hit your house yet? My son has spent hours walking around our neighborhood this week hunting little cartoon beasties. I’ll admit I gave it a try. I downloaded the app on my phone,...
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Coloring Page Pillow Tutorial
If you’ve been in a craft store, book store (or any store, for that matter) lately, I’m sure you’ve seen coloring books for grownups. I’ve resisted the urge to buy one, but I will confess I still...
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Quick DIY Cash Envelope
I’ve been traveling quite a bit for work lately and wanted a dedicated spot for all the receipts I need to keep for expense reports. I used an old bank envelop as a guide, grabbed a piece of heavy...
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Fabric Wine Bottle Gift Bag Tutorial
I’d love to say this project was inspired by a housewarming gift or some fancy occasion, but to be honest, the idea came to me while my son and I were struggling our way through his geometry homework...
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Exploring Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
Wrapping up a couple days of conference sessions with a few hours of sightseeing around Baltimore’s inner harbor. Back on plane this evening, home in my own bed by midnight. It’s been a good day!
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Easy Ruffled Fabric Wreath Tutorial
One of my best friends is a huge Ohio State Buckeyes fan, so when I ran across this fabric in Ben Franklin’s earlier this summer I knew I wanted to make something for her with it. I fiddled around a...
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Weekend Pinspiration: DIY Advent Calendars
Muffin Pan Calendar Geometric Advent Calendar Smitten Holiday Garland Christmas Forest Advent Calendar Julkalendar DIY Advent Calendar DIY Advent Calendar Christmas Advent Jar by Just a Girl Advent...
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20-Minute Christmas Stocking
When we put up Christmas decorations earlier this month we realized we’re short one Christmas stocking. We’ve gained a dog since last year – my mother-in-law’s collie is staying with us while she’s in...
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Weekend Pinspiration: Planners & Calendars to Print
Christmas is right around the corner and after that, there’s just one page left in my weekly planner. I’ve been having lots of fun browsing all the lovely (and free!) calendars and printables that are...
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Midweek Peek – Sewing Room Update
I shared a few photos about a year and a half ago after moving my sewing and craft room for the seventh(!) time. I’m still in the same room – I think 18 months in the same location is some kind of...
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