I think that snow is just about a few days away, except here in Surprise Arizona (just NW of Phoenix
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My Mother did many crafts over her lifetime. I think her favorite was crochet and eventually w
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January 3, 2014
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Metallic embroidery threads adds a touch of class to any project—if you can stand to use them that long! Here are some tips for avoiding pitfalls typically associated with metallic threads.
Although this design is beautiful stitched in rayon, the metallic snowflake is exquis...
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December 27, 2013
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We have had snow and ice twice already this season. So, what do you do with three little girls
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Are the stores yelling at you to buy new decorations for the holidays? You have plenty and are proba
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While the media has died down regarding Sandy Hook Elementary School, my heart is still aching for a
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December 17, 2010
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Quick Coasters in the hoop- Designs Included
Ever need something right now! Well last year one of the charity craft bazaars in my mom's neighbourhood needed lots of little things to fill in. So we made a bunch of these in one night. In sets of 4 of these quick coasters, tied i...
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December 13, 2010
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Well, the Christmas music is playing everywhere, most of the shopping is done but the sewing pile still looms, at least at my house. I have at least four more gifts to make before Christmas Day. November and December have been busier than usually with things unplanned but just part of li...
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July 30, 2010
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First things first- our little girl is finally here! There is a picture of our beautiful grand
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November 6, 2009
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Each time she visits my granddaughter asks if we can get the manger set out early this year. It is very old and worn but she loves to play with it, taking the figures on the trip to Bethlehem. We make a tradition of getting the house ready for the Christmas holidays the weekend after Tha...
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