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Showing posts with label handicrafts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label handicrafts. Show all posts
Sunday, November 9, 2014

MY OFFICE SUPPLIES, SCRAPBOOK, MEMENTOS, AND GREETING CARD DRAWER SHRUNK TO SHOEBOX SIZE

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As you have seen from earlier posts, I fully believe in peace and harmony in the home. That's why I've been busy these past months ...
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Thursday, January 9, 2014

HOW I FINISHED A GRANNY SQUARE AFGHAN IN RECORD TIME AND COST

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Last night, in the middle of the night, finding myself with some flu-like bug and a cough that just wouldn't quit, I decided to crochet...
Thursday, November 28, 2013

ONE-HOUR HOLIDAY TABLE RUNNER PROJECT

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Handmade runners are a way to create an attractive holiday table without spending a lot. They can be made in many different color and desig...
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

THINGS TO DO WITH LEFTOVER CANDLE WAX

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Earth-friendly folk, like most of us aspire to be, are always looking for recycling projects. We know that  there's a lot of waste in...
Wednesday, July 25, 2012

MAKE A BEADED PAGE HOLDER FOR A FAVORITE BOOK

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My last post was for a 3-strand, beaded necklace. I realize that, for some people, that kind of necklace may be a little complicated. So, i...
Friday, July 13, 2012

DECORATE A T-SHIRT WITH CROCHET AND BEAD CHAINS

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Even though I’m a dedicated minimalist when it comes to clothing, occasionally, I'm inspired to adorn things in my closet. Last weekend...
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Friday, March 2, 2012

ROUND IN CIRCLES AGAIN: THE CROCHETED ROUND RUG REVISITED

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More than two years ago, I wrote a post on crocheting the round rug - also called the circle rug. That post was a celebration for  having fi...
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

REPURPOSE OLD & DAMAGED PLATES INTO DECORATIVE PLAQUES.

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Of the three GREEN-Rs — REDUCE, REPURPOSE, AND RECYCLE , repurposing is more fun and brings the most satisfaction. And in my opinion, it’s ...
Thursday, October 13, 2011

HERE’S TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH IN 2012 & BEYOND!

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Well, as we all know, 2012 is just around the corner. So, whether you’re looking forward to it or have been frightened by vague rumblings a...
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

UNRAVEL OLD SWEATERS AND KNIT NEW THINGS

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If you’ve been to the fabric or craft stores lately, you know that good yarn is not cheap. A hundred yards of fine yarn may cost as much as ...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

CHECK OUT THIS PATTERN FOR A QUILTED TABLE RUNNER IN BRIGHT SUMMER COLORS

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Summer is definitely here, and warm weather makes us want to lighten up our mood and decorate our homes with bright summer colors. While not...
Friday, May 13, 2011

ANOTHER DISHRAG-MAKING PROJECT

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As GrandmaS likes to remind you: "Every penny saved is a penny that's (at least, theoretically) not spent feeding the consumerist m...