A Creative Log & Other Notes on Life
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We had a “relaxation” theme for this year’s Teacher & Staff Appreciation luncheon. With the help of a few other mom sewers and stuffers, all 50 teachers and staff left the luncheon with their own lavender scented rice bag (made from part of my collection of thrifted floral sheets) to use as a heat pack […]
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One of the best things about having a Woodland Fairy Party in the backyard is that not many decorations are needed. At the local thrift store, I picked up over 15 baskets to hold the food and fairy village building supplies. Ranging in price from .25-$1.00, the entire collection was less than $10. The tables […]
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But not just any fat quarters, I decided to share a piece of each of my ten favorite, vintage floral sheets. Sometimes it’s hard to share, but knowing they are going to a wonderfully crafty home, makes it easy. More gift ideas for the sewing enthusiast
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While I love the thrill of the hunt, receiving these beautiful vintage floral sheets in the mail was a wonderfully, sweet surprise and a welcome addition to my growing collection.
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shirt can be found at Zazzle 1. You don’t have to be poor, on a budget, or live a grunge lifestyle to embrace thrift shopping. There are many other reasons for buying second hand stuff – my #1 reason has been the idea of cutting down on the amount of things I consume, instead choosing […]
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What kind of sewing machine do you have? I have a the Bernina Activa 240. You can read more about it here. What kind of sewing machine would you suggest for a new sewer? If I were to buy a new “starter machine” I would either buy this Singer, or this Janome. Sturdy hand-me-down machines […]
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My church’s Humanitarian Services has an immediate need for full size quilts, so with the help of a “quilter friend” we set up a couple, all ready to tie in between Super Saturday crafts. Even though I had big plans for my thrifted floral sheets, this was a far better plan.
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Have I mentioned before that Utah thrift stores have THE best old sheets?Oh yeah, I have.
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I was completely inspired by Bernadette Noll and Kathie Sever of Future Craft Collective (via CRAFT. My version, made out of thrifted sheets & fabric scraps and with stitched calendar lines, took some time and patience, but hopefully it will be something we can pull out each summer for years to come. more pics here
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At the same time I was searching for a “new” desk, our neighbors were trying to get rid of an old desk. After a few cans of spray paint, a couple sheets of sandpaper, and a call to my expert friend, I have a perfect desk for the corner of our bedroom.
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