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Baby Surprise(s)

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I continue to be very attracted to the crochet version of the Baby Surprise Jacket.  I’ve ordered Darla Sims’ book containing several variations of the pattern.  In the meantime, my friend Patty (who’s a dedicated walker like me) emailed that … Read More...

Sweet Neon Graduation Party

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Surviving middle school in the early ’80s is a feat of which I’m proud. I was not immune to the fashion trend pressure. Oh no, I embraced the WigWam socks over the pegged leg jeans, the Madonna gloves and the … Read More...

Sewing and Quilting Cookies

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I’ve often bemoaned my comical lack of sewing skills. I’m envious of those that wield a needle with thread with skill, especially those that wield a needle with thread with the same talent as an icing bag. Find the how-tos … Read More...

Duck Macarons and Pond Cupcakes

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Because macarons are one of these elusive confections I’ve yet to master, I’m doubly impressed by those that have not only mastered the technique, but then make crafty scenes from their shaped macarons. Make duck macarons and pond cupcakes HERE … Read More...

Inspiration: Cathy K

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What I think is going on in this block by Cathy K of Utah is embroidery with colored floss over black lace. I love the drama of this unique approach. And those yo-yo blooms up in the corner are so … Read More...

Help and win

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Jodie of Ric Rac is helping her mother raise $2,600 to send two children to Camp Phoenix, a fun break for burn survivors and their families. Jodie’s mom is a volunteer at this Australian facility. For every $5 you donate … Read More...

Embroidered elegance

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Mary Corbet‘s silk and goldwork embroidered medallion is finished. And–as we all expected–it is spectacular. She says the completed work will now be appliqued to the back of a chasuble, which she will demo for us later. For now, … Read More...

Giveaway: Vintage and new

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This week’s Mondo Monday Giveaway on Tatting Tales blog is a 1953 issue of the craft-classic magazine Workbasket. It includes tatting projects, which you can try out with the other prize in this giveaway: a skein of Lady Shuttlemaker’s … Read More...

Luke wants you

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Quilt artist and innovator Luke Haynes makes a blazer to wear to each of his major shows. The recent opening of his solo show, The American Context, in New York City merited the creation of this I Want You blazer, … Read More...