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Tutorial: Linen and Lace Tote

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Tutorial: Linen and Lace ToteTeresa from Dandelion Drift shows how to make her Linen and Leather Tote.  This is such a pretty bag for spring!  The outside of the bag is made from linen, color blocked with leather at the bottom.  She added a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt flower hairclip

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Tutorial: Felt flower hairclipJody from Jody’s Creations shows how to make this pretty felt flower hairclip.  It would also make a cute embellishment for an elastic head band.  You can sew the whole thing together using hand stitches, making this a good take-along… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kitchen rag bag

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Tutorial: Kitchen rag bagWe use cloth towels for most kitchen clean-up at my house.  We feel they’re better for the environment and are also easier on our pocketbook.  But they’re not pretty, especially not after they’ve been used to clean up a spill. … Read more ...

Free pattern: Easter bunny softie

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Free pattern: Easter bunny softieAmy from Positively Splendid shares a free pattern for her Easter bunny softie.  He’s made in silhouette, just like the chocolate bunnies you find in Easter baskets.  A yarn pom pom makes his fluffy bunny tail.  Tie a pretty bow… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY floor cushion

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Img1263Pretty Prudent shares a downloadable PDF showing how to make this floor cushion that’s perfect for lounging or reading books.  The stuffing is actually an old comforter, which most of us have around the house.  There’s a handle on the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a hooded towel

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Tutorial: Make a hooded towelAutie from iCandy Handmade shows how to make a hooded towel for a baby or small child.  She says it’s one of her go-to baby gifts.  The ones she makes are larger than the ones you can buy already made. … Read more ...