Author Archives: the freckle

photo dump update

Posted on August 16, 2011 by
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Friday Favourites: Doily Dreams

Posted on July 15, 2011 by

I guess I’ve been feeling a little granny-chic lately. I really enjoy nontraditional takes on lace and doilies, it’s so interesting to see such a traditional item used in modern ways, here are some of my favourites: Art by Joana … Continue reading →

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In Bloom!

Posted on July 8, 2011 by

After about 6 years of neglect and infrequent watering, my orchid decided to surprise me by growing a new stem and now it is actually blooming! It makes me so happy, I’m not the best at taking care of my … Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Zippered Pocket

Posted on July 4, 2011 by

This is the method I use to put zippered pockets in purses, because pockets are good! The pockets are put into the lining before the bag is sewn together. Materials: – Lining for your bag that you want a pocket … Continue reading →

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Thrifting Fun

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

As a reward for cleaning up my fabric stash all nice and tidy last week (totally not like me) I decided to go on a little hunt to fill in the newly empty space in my fabric closet. I found … Continue reading →

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Way Back When

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

Ya, I’ve always been a cat lover.

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Friday Favourites: Feelin Foxy

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

Searching for Mr. Fox by Kristiana Pärn   The Knit Fox by New Duds   Smoke Signals by Bark Decor   Red Fox Necklace by Lulu Bug Jewelry   Fox Art Print – Falling Flowers by Donna McKenzie

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Fabric Stash

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

Look what I can do, I organized my fabric stash! Yes, I have a whole closet just for fabric, doesn’t everyone? This is my vintage/reclaimed fabrics that I use for 3rd Life. All the solid colours are on the top … Continue reading →

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WORD

Posted on June 7, 2011 by

Just Let it All Out 8×10 Fine Art Print by My Zoetrope   You Make It Happen 8×10 Typography Print by Virginia Kraljevic   Power Off – 8×10 print by Laura George   Believe It 8×10 print by Dazeychic   … Continue reading →

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Recipe: The Best Peanut Butter Squares

Posted on June 3, 2011 by

My favourite treat, filed in my cookbook under fantastically wonderful! Ingredients: 1/2 cup  melted butter 2 1/2 cups  icing sugar 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1 1/2 cups peanut butter 1 1/2 cups melted chocolate Mix first 4 ingredients and … Continue reading →

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