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Building a Floral Arrangement with Natural Elements

Posted on April 7, 2010 by Deborah Leigh

Oh I promised you a follow up on making this floral arrangement several weeks ago and completely forgot about it. I hope you forgive me I love finding unique ways to build a bouquet for using on the dinner table. … Continue reading →

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Making Pillowcases

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Deborah Leigh

This past summer Robert and I went on a weekend trip to the Lake of the Ozarks with friends for some boating fun. We took our pillows with us. And silly me completely forgot to bring the pillows with us. … Continue reading →

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Holiday Apron Tutorial

Posted on November 21, 2009 by Freda Marie

I was invited to participate at Fave Crafts in their presentation of sewing tutorials for the holiday. I took an apron already in my supply of inventory and here is the result.  Click on the link to view: http://www.favecrafts.com/Holiday-Sewing/Holiday-Apron-Tutorial

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Apartment 309 Makeover Continued

Posted on November 2, 2009 by Freda Marie

I am going to take some time this week to keep my promise to show you the process of making my small apartment home.  I completed the kitchen and showed you that now it is time to focus on the … Continue reading →

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Making A Fall Wreath On A Budget

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Deborah Leigh

Hey girlfriends! Mom and I made a fall wreath this week as part of our “make time for retirement” project. Meaning we need to make time to enjoy the little things we love to do and not be so busy … Continue reading →

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Creative Wall Art

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Deborah Leigh

I made this bit of wall art a few years ago when I redecorated my home office. I wanted something that represented how I feel when I’m in this room. I purchased the wood letters from Hobby Lobby for $1.00 … Continue reading →

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Flat Felled Seams – Tutorial

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Freda Marie

Flat felled seams can be found on almost all jeans. Tough and durable, flat felled seams provide three stitch lines, two of which secure multiple layers of fabric. Vintage apron patterns recommend flat fell seams because they prevent fraying of … Continue reading →

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All Things Lavender

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Deborah Leigh

I have only one potted plant this year. I skimped and didn’t make up a lot of garden pots. If you know me, I have a very green thumb in Mother Nature’s soil, not so much when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Pruning for Pleasure

Posted on July 23, 2009 by Deborah Leigh

This time of year, and especially with our very mild weather, some of my bushes and trees have grown in leaps and bounds. It is time to prune some of them back. But before you just throw all those branches … Continue reading →

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