Monthly Archives: January 2013

Seven Feet of Angora Scarf

Posted on January 22, 2013 by destashification

The Yarn Stash contains various beautiful (both in color and feel) yarns.  So when a niece asks for a long scarf, a beautiful Destashification yarn was easy to find. In The Stash was 5 skeins of this angora yarn of … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Ties Pillows

Posted on January 17, 2013 by destashification

When Grandpa passed, his ties became a quilt for his daughter, but there were small scraps left over. When fabric has a sentimental value, a project can be found for even the smallest scraps. The long narrow pieces of fabric … Continue reading →

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CD Quilt Tutorial

Posted on January 16, 2013 by destashification

Circle Quilts are a great way to use scraps of fabric – and stay warm while stitching during these colder evenings! Pottery Barn used to have one, Garnet Hill has one currently – they seem to be available commercially in … Continue reading →

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Vogue Tunic Top

Posted on January 14, 2013 by destashification

Vogue 8854 looked like the perfect cold weather comfort top. Just the right amount of “style.” Long enough to wear with leggings and boots.  Comfortable enough for knitting on the couch. Vogue indicates it is designed for knits, but I … Continue reading →

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When Fabric Grows on Trees

Posted on January 14, 2013 by destashification

I have always been warned that “Money doesn’t grow on trees,”  but apparently, there are a few times trees actually sprout fabrics! Temperatures here in Arizona can reach over 110 degrees in July and August – but this week, temperatures … Continue reading →

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Ghosts of Christmas Past

Posted on January 14, 2013 by destashification

Visiting family for the Christmas Holidays is always fun. While there I noticed many of the past Christmas presents are still being used, so I snapped a few pictures. These pillows were made several years ago to coordinate with a … Continue reading →

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Just a blouse, Ma’am. Just a blouse.

Posted on January 14, 2013 by destashification

I needed a blouse. Just a simple blouse. The search was on! …and then off.   I am not much of a shopper. Blouses without shoulders….,                                   … Continue reading →

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