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Tag Archives: DIY
Throwback Design
I hate to throw away even the smallest scraps, so I used the trimmings from yesterday’s post to make this 80’s style cup cozy.
Fleece and Felt
Joanne’s had a sale on fleece and felt. Lucky you. Two more designs in gray.
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Tagged coffee, crafts, Cup cozy, DIY, gifts, Holiday, sewing, tea
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Sweater Undone
I love my gray Anthropologie sweater, but I haven’t worn it in years. Following a laundry mishap, it was shrunken beyond good use. Afterward, I stashed it in the closet till I could think up a way of salvaging it. … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthropologie, crafts, DIY, gifts, holidays, reuse, sewing, sweater project
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Cozy’s gone buttons
I know. You know. So let’s just be honest: your button jar is collecting dust while doubling as a bookend. Put them to good use for an adjustable cup cozy. Update 11.14.12 Materials List Fleece, $5 at local cloth shop … Continue reading
Tis the Season
Tis the season for making heartfelt gifts, conjured from memories rather than money-driven lists. Right? The attached case is a great place to slip a packet of tea and a fill-in-the-blank dinner invitation (the recipient fills out the menu and … Continue reading
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Tagged Anthropologie, coffee, crafts, DIY, sewing, tea
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