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A Whale of a Pillow
My much-anticipated sewing machine finally arrived and one of the first things I wanted to make was a whale-shaped pillow. I had seen one in a house tour on Apartment Therapy and loved it. I don’t think mine is quite as classy, but he still came out pretty cute, I think. He’s hanging out in…
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Asparagus Ferns
If you’re looking for a great and easy to care for plant to add to your home, why not consider an asparagus fern? They’re found at all kinds of garden stores and are usually very inexpensive (less than $5). Here’s the lowdown on the plants. Facts about the Asparagus fern: Actually a weed from South…
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DIY Hedgehog Pincushion: Cute, Easy and Cheap
I just ordered a sewing machine this week and I have been rushing around trying to get together all the things I’ll actually need if I want to make something. Like anything, getting started takes a bit of an investment, but I think it will pay off in the long run when I get to…
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Save in Style: Vintage Banks
When I was a kid, my grandma used to fill banks for us with pennies and special coins. Mine was shaped like an owl and my sister’s like a globe. I think because of that I’ve always had a sentimental place in my heart for old banks. We have a few around our place and they…
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Tiered Dishes: Stylish Storage and Display
While tiered dishes may have been designed to hold hors d’oeuvre, desserts and other food items, it’s easy to repurpose them for use around the house. While you can buy them new from a variety of stores, I’ve picked up a few at local thrift stores for only a few dollars each. With a little…
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Succulent Container Gardens
Succulents are some of my favorite plants because they combine being both fairly easy to care for with overall attractiveness. Plus, there are thousands of different variations to choose from so it’s simple to find something that matches your taste and design scheme. While succulents are more than stylish enough to display on their own,…
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30 Great Places to Buy Fabric Online
You can make the greatest stuff with your sewing skills but if you don’t have great fabric to work with your projects just won’t turn out as well. Finding fabric that is perfect for your needs can be a bit of a hassle and it’s often a task that’s best done in person so you…