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Nordic Felted Knits

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I find this book “Nordic Felted Knits” to be charming with Gerd Fjellanger’s originally stunning designs and techniques.  I have search for some information on Gerd, but everything on her site is in Norwegian and … Read More...

Baby Doll Coat Rack

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doll_coat_rack.jpgYour household conversation pieces might as well be functional, too. This cute-and-creepy coat rack made of baby doll appendages was a submission in the 2008 design*sponge diy contest. Get the complete instructions here.

NOAH AND HIS ARK

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I love the Noah’s Ark baby afghan that appears on the cover of the May, 2008 issue of Crochet!

Reading the pattern got me to wondering. I’ve seen several other crochet interpretations of the Noah’s Ark theme. So, I went … Read More...

The Fashionable Pup

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As a sewing instructor, one of the requests I get most often from my students is to learn to make dog clothes! And as someone who is an obsessed puppy mom (to the dreamy Carlotta, my Maltese) pet clothing is … Read More...

Gel Wedding and Party Candle Favors

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Planning a wedding or any other special event can be both exciting and stressful, but finding the perfect wedding favors can add an extra layer of stress. You want something unique and memorable, yet affordable and easy to make. … Read More...

Obsessed with Plush

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It seems like every time I turn around, someone I know is pregnant and having a baby shower. While my standard kiddie present used to be a baby tee with a gun screen-printed on it (as part of my ode … Read More...

Tortuerouge Soap Making Retreat

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Tortue Rouge is pleased to announce new dates for their very popular Make Your Own Natural Beauty Products course on 10th – 12th June 2008, and 9th – 11th September 2008. Each course is three full days, with arrival the … Read More...

Upcycled Baby Bibs

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Babyware can fall under the category of eco-chic, too, as mandolyn on Etsy demonstrates with her baby bibs made from fused plastic bags. She describes the product as sturdy, waterproof, reversible, easy to clean and eco-friendly. A cotton bias tape … Read More...

A gift for the entire year!

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Hi Everyone:

You can create a smashing gift that will be great for the entire year.

I saw this wonderful box of cards on Laurie’s site, I started thinking it will be a great idea to create a set of … Read More...

HOOK REVIEW – PLASTIC HOOKS

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Plastic crochet hooks are sometimes a harsh reality of our lives! For many years, when we needed any hook larger than a K, we had to find a plastic hook. Plastic hooks are cost effective, as in inexpensive, but they … Read More...

Recycled Clothing – Books

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There are a whole slew of books available now on how to transform your wardrobe using the clothing you already own. But, how to discern the good from the ones that aren’t that good? Here are a few of my … Read More...

Western Candle Art

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Candle ArtIf you’re looking for something a little more masculine, check out Acadian Candles and their western candle art. They have pillar and gel candles with horses, cowboys, cowgirls, bronco riders and stagecoaches. You can get them scented with sweet grass … Read More...