Category Archives: Sewing

Grandpa’s Ties Pillows

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

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

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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Ghosts of Christmas Past

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.

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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Destashification Christmas: Day 8 – Feathered Quilted Pillows

On the 8th Day of the Destashification Christmas, me needles gave to me…. Two large feather quilted pillows. The Stash contained some rather expensive home decor fabric remnants in the color needed. The “crinkly” bronze/gold polyester was marked “Dry Clean … Continue reading

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Destashification Christmas: Day Six – Huck Towels

On the sixth day of Destashification Christmas, my needles gave to me….. Several Huck Towels!  The perfect Hostess Gift, Aunt Gift, Friend Gift. Just a perfect gift for so many! Colors can be made to match the recipients kitchen…or just … Continue reading

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The Destashification Christmas – Day Five

  On the fifth day of The Destashification Christmas, my needles gave to me:  5 *100 quilting stitches (approximately). … ..stitched into a feathered heart pillow.  The subtlety of the quilting makes it difficult to see in the picture to … Continue reading

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The Destashification Christmas: Day Four

On the fourth day of The Destashification Christmas, my needles gave to me: Four Owl Placemats. The wings form pockets for silverware and napkins! Just too adorable – especially when one has a relative that collects owls! This was a … Continue reading

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The Destashification Christmas Day One

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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