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achavez
Farmgirl in Training
32 Posts
Andrea
Moscow
ID
USA
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 Posted - Dec 02 2016 : 8:33:26 PM
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cut out my first quilt block. First thing tomorrow, I go to the store to get a new rotary . I knew it was dull, but jeez!! That's enough for a Friday night. I'll start with fresh eyes in the manana.
-- Andrea #7230
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 08:06:20 AM
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Grace, love your ribbon angels. Do you have instructions for them? I would love to make some for my Christmas packages and maybe my tree as well. I have so little tree decorations and am in the process of making different things when I find a few minutes here and there.
Becky
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears.
FGOTM December 2016
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7676 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7676 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 08:16:30 AM
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I've made those. They are super fun and easy. Another easy angel is the one using badminton shuttlecocks for the body, ping pong balls for the heads, add ribbon, wings and hair. I got some at the Dollar Tree to use. I will have my grandtwins make them.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7676 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7676 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 08:17:11 AM
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Today I am making items for swaps and gifts. TRYing to clean the house to decorate, but so far that isn't happening. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 1:29:16 PM
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Everything all looks so cute and clever!
Andrea, anxious to see pix of your quilting. My mat. Grandma used to win blue ribbons for her quilts back in the day. Wish I had just one of them.
I want to try quilting. Potholders are a great idea!
TW
How old would you be if you didn't know old you are? |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 1:30:53 PM
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Grace
That lamp is so cute!!!!
TW
How old would you be if you didn't know old you are? |
Edited by - Tumbleweed on Dec 06 2016 6:53:56 PM |
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
Jana
Southern California
USA
1022 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 6:11:44 PM
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Grace, I love your ribbon angels? Did you make them yourself and if so, would you be willing to share your instructions?
Jana
#7110
http://www.emhardt.com
Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown
All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! ~Charles Schulz
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 7:40:53 PM
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the Angels are easy peasy...
you will need:
2" wide ribbon with wired edges for the body and wings.
chennile (craft pipe cleaner) I used gold pipe cleaners
bits & pieces of 1/4" ribbon (for the bow)
1" balls/mini ornament (glass or plastic-for the head) they usually come on a pic in the floral section as well as Christmas deco.
gold thread or any floss thread (to hang the Angel)
for 1 Angel:
cut 1 pc of 2" ribbon 8" long
cut 1 pc of 2" ribbon 10" long
cut a 5" pc of the chennile/pipe cleaner
cut a 8" pc of the 1/4" ribbon
I use a glue gun so have a glass of ice water near by when you burn your fingers as I usually do!!! lol!
Take the 8" pc of ribbon and pinch/pleat it together and glue together.
Take the 10" pc of ribbon, fold 1 /3 over and then the other 1/3 over (or glue the 2 ends flat and then take it and fold in 1/2 flat.
(you'll make a circle of ribbon if that makes any sense and the flatten the circle w/the joined ends in the center)
Now pinch/scrunch that ribbon in the center.
Now glue the body ribbon pc onto the wings 1/2 way.
Glue on the head
make a bow and glue it on to just below the head
glue the hanging string on the back
take the chennile pipe cleaner and make a Halo w/a small stem... glue it on the back side of the head.
now gently 'shape' the body and wings
Hope this helps....
after you have made the 1st one you'll get the idea..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
Jana
Southern California
USA
1022 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2016 : 9:10:26 PM
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Thank you Grace, this is one I will try making!
Jana
#7110
http://www.emhardt.com
Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown
All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! ~Charles Schulz
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Needle
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
Judy
Kissimmee
Florida
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2016 : 02:56:21 AM
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Wow, how cute are you angels, Grace! I'm going to have to try these as well! So excited, hubby and I are going to get my new sewing machine! Can't wait!
Farm Girl Sister #6566
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AutumnCountyGirl
True Blue Farmgirl
102 Posts
Kiersten
Suffolk
Virginia
USA
102 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2016 : 07:46:43 AM
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Well since I'm sick and it's supposed to being pouring rain all day, I think it's a good day to work on my knitting. I've been slacking on that the last couple of weeks. I probably won't be able to do much on my merit badges until after the holidays though.
Kiersten
https://autumncountrygirl93.wordpress.com/
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2016 : 6:46:54 PM
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Grace, how cute those Angels are. I will be making them! Thanks for the instructions. I have been sewing table runners, lap quilts and everything else I decide to tackle. Almost finished decorating and then the baking begins!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2016 : 9:53:16 PM
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I finished both arm warmers. It is tricky trying to hold a cell phone flashlight and my tablet to take the picture. I couldn't take a picture wearing both. Learned a few things with this project.
TW
Bravery is not the absence of fear but moving forward in spite of it. |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 07 2016 : 10:08:34 PM
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Also have been doing some crocheting. Found a video on you tube for these "wristers". I have never crocheted anything but scarves and small baby blankets. These were a lot of fun to make. I had to adjust a bit so the time invested was a few hours. The red pair was the first I made. They are a bit tight so will be a Christmas gift for someone else. The green pair fit a lot better.
TW
Bravery is not the absence of fear but moving forward in spite of it. |
Edited by - Tumbleweed on Dec 07 2016 11:07:36 PM |
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Needle
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
Judy
Kissimmee
Florida
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 03:40:36 AM
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Nancy, those look wounderfull! Your so talented!
Farm Girl Sister #6566
The road of life is made smoother when traveled with someone you love. |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 09:08:07 AM
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Hi Judy. Thank you very much. I just followed a pattern from You Tube.
TW
Bravery is not the absence of fear but moving forward in spite of it. |
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Needle
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
Judy
Kissimmee
Florida
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 4:44:14 PM
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Nancy, that's great! Post some pictures. I've got my new sewing machine and took my first lesson. Here's my first project I did on my own....having so much fun!!
Farm Girl Sister #6566
The road of life is made smoother when traveled with someone you love. |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 5:14:20 PM
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Hi Judy,
That is so pretty. I should send you my merit badges to you (when I earn one and some embroidery floss. You do awesome work.
TW
Bravery is not the absence of fear but moving forward in spite of it. |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 7:33:19 PM
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Judy,,, is this your new machine? an embroidery machine?... DH & I had to make a trip down the mountain to town so I ran into JoAnns Fabric/craft store to pick up 2 spools of Bobbin thread,,, left with an arm full of fabric... How on earth does that happen? lol! Anyways,, I was drooling over the new embroidery machines... I just struggle with the idea of spending as much money on a machine as I would on an itty bitty economy car! lol! Go figure the 2 machines I drooled over,,, one was $6.900.00 and the other was $11.900.00.. both On Sale!!! um,,, I would need to use a lot of 50% off coupons to justify buying either...lol! So for now I will continue to use my old Bernina and my 3y/o Brother embroidery machines... HOHoHo!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17447 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17447 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2016 : 7:39:40 PM
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Nancy,,, luv luv luv your fingerless gloves... I wore my red ones today (a gift to me from a friend back in WA.)... It's nice to be able to use the tips of your fingers and yet keep your hands warm... I have arthritis in my lower thumb joint and these type of gloves are just perfect... Yours are wonderful!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Needle
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
Judy
Kissimmee
Florida
USA
287 Posts |
Posted - Dec 10 2016 : 03:37:54 AM
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Grace, yes was expensive! However, this is my gift to me. I had a cousin who passed away about a year ago. He was my last remaining relative, with the exception of my husband and my three girls of course. When all was said and done I had enough money left over in his estate to buy this for me. It was quite an experience with lots of headaches along the way.
Farm Girl Sister #6566
The road of life is made smoother when traveled with someone you love. |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3989 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3989 Posts |
Posted - Dec 10 2016 : 07:11:38 AM
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I am certain that your cousin would have been happy with your purchase. That is quite a gift.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1045 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1045 Posts |
Posted - Dec 10 2016 : 11:06:06 AM
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Hi Grace, Thanks for the kind words. A co-worker has a daughter that works for USPS. She wanted me to make her a pair but the red ones are a bit tight for me and her daughter is petite. I am giving them to my co-worker to give to her. I made another pair with sparkly yarn. I wore them this morning when I took my little girl out for our hike. They worked pretty good. I could hold my coffee in one hand and my walking stick in the other. With gloves or mitten both would be slipping out of my grip.
TW
Bravery is not the absence of fear but moving forward in spite of it. |
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