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Blue bird art quilt

This morning was productive for me. I finally finished quilting this bluebird quilt. Although I am frustrated with myself for rushing, I think it turned out nicely. My problem is I hate to pin. I just want to get to the fun part of quilting. Pinning is so boring. So,...

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Tangled Costume for Halloween

Tangled Costume for Halloween

It was time to take a break from making aprons to making a Halloween costume! My daughter, Nora was determined to be Rapunzel for trick or treating this year. I was hesitant because I am trying to get ready for the Sigma Holiday House craft show coming up November 22....

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Pretty in Plaid Apron

The process of making aprons from men's shirts has been a learning experience! My design has evolved from a smocky apron to a farm-type apron to this type of traditional apron. All are unique and so fun to make! This Pretty in Plaid Apron started once again with a...

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Falling Leaves Apron

I finished up a few more aprons yesterday. I keep tweeking the pattern as I go. They all turn out differently which keeps it fun. I really dislike making the exact same thing over and over again. That's probably why I seldom use the same pattern twice! Here's the...

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DIY Dress Form from Chicken Wire

DIY Dress Form from Chicken Wire

Pinching Pennies Dress forms are really expensive! I’ve been wanting to get one for a while, mostly to hold an unfinished apron or model my latest skirt creation for easy pinning. I also wanted to use it for any art shows or photo shoots. When I priced dress forms, I...

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DIY Fabric Labels

This morning I printed off my newly designed labels. The larger one is for aprons and the circular one is for the back of my ornaments. I love running fabric through my ink jet printer for not only labels but also for transferring embroidery patterns. Here's my...

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Upcycled, Repurposed Jean/Broom Skirt

Take one pair of outdated shorts;  and one extremely long broom skirt;   add a little dyed lace; Voila - a new re-purposed article of clothing is born!   Sorry for the post and run, but I will share the process later.   Artfully sewing,   Angela...

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