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Antique Quilt Love Affair(0)

July 7, 2010

Tips for quilt collectors-getting started, what to watch for, and how to show and share your prized collection.
-Buy quilts in the best condition you can afford. That means no gaping holes, no stains, and no worn spots. You should have a reaction when you first see the quilt. If you don’t love it, don’t buy [...]

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How to:Funky Jeans Bag

by Stefi Luca
Recycle an old pair of jeans into a funky bag with this tutorial by Stefi Luca. Use a bright fabric like the red fabric pictured for the lining and embellishments.
Materials:
1 pair of worn out jeans
some cute linen for lining
matching thread
imagination
For step-by-step instructions go to -  http://www.favecrafts.com/Sewn-Bags/Funky-Jeans-Bag

How to Use a Loop Turner

by Mary Ray
A loop turner is such a simple tool that works so well. It’s a very thin metal rod with a ring on one end and a hook and latch on the other. It’s great for any fabric cylinder that needs to be turned right side out. If you want really skinny spaghetti straps [...]

How to:Owl egg cosy

‘Hey, little egg, why so sad?’
‘What’s that?, you’d like a little jacket to keep you cosy, well, look no further, how about an owl egg cosy?…’
You will need felt (various colours), patterned fabric, 2 buttons, embroidery thread, pins, needle, paper, pencil and scissors.
First, print out the templates  so the owl body is 10cm wide at [...]


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