Category Archives: Accessories

The Destashification Christmas – Day Three

Posted on December 10, 2012 by destashification

On the third day of Destashification Christmas, my needles gave to me: A Lace Cashmere Scarf (with a K3 in the pattern)! The pattern is Estonian Garden Scarf/Wrap by Evelyn C. Clark.  The yarn is unbelievably soft, but sadly discontinued, … Continue reading →

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The Destashification Christmas Day Two

Posted on December 9, 2012 by destashification

On the Second Day of Destashification Christmas, my needles gave to me… Two Bed Socks. Hand knit wool (washable) socks help counter the effects of those cold floors and cold nights. The pattern is Kumara Bed Socks from Interweave Knits. … Continue reading →

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The Destashification Christmas Day One

Posted on December 9, 2012 by destashification

Christmas was always handmade – until we relocated 2,000 miles away!  This year, we are traveling back to snow country so the handmade Destashification Christmas will be packed in our luggage for the trip! On the First Day of The … Continue reading →

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I Saved $210! The Destashification Overnighter

Posted on October 1, 2012 by destashification

I love these overnight bags.  They are $225 at the Smithsonian Store. I think if I added up the cost of all the items I might put in an overnight bag, the total would still fall far short of $225! … Continue reading →

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Stash Couture Watchband

Posted on July 27, 2012 by destashification

My watchband served me well.  But time eventually catches up with even the best watchband. After 3 years, it was frayed beyond repair, but the clasp still worked well. So, time for a replacement. The Stash includes beautiful ribbons, including … Continue reading →

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More on Idea Keepers

Posted on April 25, 2012 by destashification

Idea Keepers make great gifts –  so two more were created to increase the Gift Stash! This post also includes improved details on folding the corners so raw edges do not show (or fray!) Supplies: Three 62 cent notebooks WAYYYYY … Continue reading →

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Sixty-Two Cent Idea Keeper

Posted on April 17, 2012 by destashification

I found a small notebook priced at 62 cents!  I did not even think anything was priced for less than a dollar anymore.  (The cent sign has even been deleted from keyboards!) The size (about 6″ * 8″) and lightweight … Continue reading →

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Beaded Scarf

Posted on March 29, 2012 by destashification

Beaded yarn is something to drool over!  Beautiful, but with a price in excess of $40 for 100 yards, it is prohibitively expensive. “I could make that for a fraction of the cost!”  (A comment every needleartist has made at … Continue reading →

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The Purse d’Resistance is now a Backpack!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by destashification

Last summer, the Purse d’Resistance was created to carry all the necessities during a month of travel.   Unfortunately, somewhere in the creative process, visual and textural interest trumped common sense. As a result, the base and body of a purse … Continue reading →

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Patchy Boho Sling Bag Tutorial

Posted on August 29, 2011 by destashification

The Patchy Boho Sling Bag is what prompted this series of tutorials.  After completion of the foundation piecing, the bag is constructed in the same manner as the Boho Sling Bag. The simple construction makes this a great beginner sewing … Continue reading →

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