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How to turn vintage fabric into art

I have a closet full of vintage fabric that I have collected over the years.  For the most part, I have used it to make and sell things in my Etsy shop.  Pillows, bags, cuffs, and other odds and ends. I love these fabrics so much for their texture, color and character.  I don’t want them to be hidden away in the closet any longer.  I want to display them…

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This Week In Photos

Ok, it’s official.  I am saving up for a SLR camera.  Yes, a real camera.  I have absolutely no idea which one to buy though.  Canon or Nikon?  Does anyone want to chime in and tell me their opinion?  I would be so grateful for any insight you might have. In the meantime, I am really enjoying taking Instagram photos.  Here are my favorites from this week. Backyard Angel Play…

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Curtain —–> Skirt = Skirtain!

Before leaving Tucson, I made one last trip to my favorite thrift store to see if they had any fun vintage fabrics.  I found a few including a kitchen window valence for 25 cents. I liked the ruffles, lace and vintage pattern.  It was the perfect length for a toddler skirt, and there was already a perfect spot to sew in some elastic. I had forgotten about it until the…

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Take me out to the ballgame

A couple weeks ago, we finally made it to a Diamondbacks game.  Other than telling you that we had a great time, I’ll let the photos speak for themselves. What’s your favorite baseball park food?    

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Mother’s Day Letters

Dear Mom, Thank you.  Thank you for your unconditional love and sacrifice.  Thank you for teaching me to be strong.  Thank you for not letting me settle for less.  Thank you for teaching me how to be a good friend, wife and mom.  Thank you for being an amazing grandma to Joe and Leila.  Thank you for our phone chats and craft projects.   I can’t wait for you to…

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Some Outdoor Instagram Fun

Last week I won an iPod touch.  I have been having way too much fun taking Instagram photos with it.  Here are a few from last week. On Friday, we took a family ride/walk down to Joe’s Farm Grill for dinner. Leila loves eating at their outdoor picnic tables. While we waited for our food, we walked around between Joe’s and The Coffee Shop. Joe and Leila had fun swinging…

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