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I was meaning to tell you about this last week but with everything halloweenie, the days just flew by too fast!! Months ago I was asked to be in the book Pretty in Patchwork Doll Quilts by Cathy Gaubert by Lark Crafts, and I was sooo excited!! As most know, I absolutely LOVE doll quilts!! I think they had a lot to do with getting me hooked so quickly on quilting years ago!! They are the best project to do when you want to work on a new technique, or just have a fun little project that you…

Two of life’s lovelies - cosy cottages and gloriously fragrant lavender. Julie Nyanyo doubles up on delights with her sweet lavender sachets.

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In this video sewing tutorial I will show you how to make Barbie clothes ( a top and a skirt) easily using my free printable Barbie clothes patterns

If you've been trying to create less waste and eat a bit healthier, you can ditch those greasy, chemical-laden, store-bought microwave popcorn bags and make an earth-friendly, reusable, healthy alternative. These reusable microwave popcorn bags are a snap to make and are even a great learn-to-sew project.

. Photo courtesy of Snappy Turtle I adore the Roberta Roller Rabbit line of products by Roberta Freymann. The bright colored patterns come in table linens, quilts, pillows, tunics and more. While here in Hawaii I came across some of the greatest beach bags by the designer. I can't find photos of the ones available in the hotel's shop, but I found some other shapes that are almost as cute (shown above). It's so hard to resist a great beach bag. Can you ever have too many? Roberta Freymann…

Ways To Upcycle Old Towels - looking for zero waste, sustainable ways to reuse your old towel? Find here some great ways of recycling this versatile fabric!

I'm back making cards again, although not of the stamping variety as all my crafting supplies, except my 45 year old sewing machine and a f...

Upcycling mit Stoff und Papier.

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I have been thinking a lot about time lately. It seems to pass so quickly and there is so much I want to do. It's become somewhat of a quest for me to make the best use of my time in order to accomplish everything I am intending to. I had seen the tutorial for a mini hexie flex pouch over at Where the Orchids Grow. I printed out the template, had all the fabric ready (Nursery Versery by Heather Ross), but I just hadn't gotten around to it. Then I realized I needed to make time. Well, I know…

Your little is sure to love this adorable Rag Quilt Softie. The tutorial has complete step-by-step instructions with lots of photos for an easy sew project.

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One reader said she tried this with mayonnaise jars and it turned out awesome! This might be the best mason jar idea yet! You'll need some jars (any size), fabric, Mod Podge (or watered down white glue), scissors, a pencil, and a paint brush.