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| Mikki |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 08:57:51 AM
You know the ones, that have pretty fabric patterns. I don't know what to do with them. I want to use them somehow, but just can't think of anything to make. I have about 6 or 7 of them, but none with the same pattern. Three of them I absolutey love the pattern and colors. I have hung on to these for 3 years or so, cause I can't think of anything to make.
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
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| Aunt George |
Posted - Apr 29 2007 : 05:14:26 AM
Aprons, bonnets, skirts, little girls clothing, doll clothing
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Love and blessings,
Georgann
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| Kim |
Posted - Apr 29 2007 : 05:01:34 AM
You could also fill them with poly and then display them as if they were really full flour sack in your cabin. No cutting!
Blessed Be!
farmgirl@heart
"Go confidently in the directions of your dreams; live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler." - Henry David Thoreau
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| Annab |
Posted - Apr 29 2007 : 03:31:53 AM
how about a blanket
I discovered flour sacks in an old abandoned house last summer
All were just the white color, so if they had been patterned, i'd have found a granny somewhere to make a quilt or blanket
you just can't beat the softness
I use mine for canning. Instead of newspaper, i spread these out to absorb messes and spills, then just wash and use over again!
And when we got our new puppy back in December, they made for a nice soft bed/nest. |
| Mikki |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 11:14:15 PM
That's a sweet idea, but I don't have any small windows. I'm still taking in all the offers I can. And their all very much appreciated! So many crafty gals out there.
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
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http://strawberriesnapronstrings.blogspot.com/ |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 11:05:42 PM
Mikki
If you have a small window, how about Cafe'curtains outta the flour sacks for the window.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom. |
| Mikki |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 10:42:35 PM
I feel the same way Rhonda. I get them out ever so often and admire them, then fold them back up and put them away, lol. I can't wait to make something out of them, but at the same time I hate to take a pair of scissors to them. I'm a hopelessly sentimental. lol
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
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http://burningmeadowsprings.blogspot.com/
http://strawberriesnapronstrings.blogspot.com/ |
| abbasgurl |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 10:05:07 PM
Mikki, I have used flour sacks to make old fashion "make-do" pin cushions. Each section is a different fabric. They came out really neat. This way you can use up small sections and your fabric will go farther. If you're like me, it's hard to let go of those old timey fabrics!  I like to make them last! LOL
Rhonda
I'm a one girl revolution. |
| Mikki |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 6:47:34 PM
Ewwww neat Sheryl-lyn! Keep us updated! I bought these a few years ago at a little shop in town. Got them for a good price but I don't remember what it was now.
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
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http://strawberriesnapronstrings.blogspot.com/ |
| sewgirlie |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 6:07:15 PM
Funny that this thread came up! I was just taking out the flour sacks I have collected from ebay because I am planning to make a quilt using only them. I thought it would be nice to have a quilt that looked just like it would back then. I am not sure I have enough, but I will hunt for a few more on ebay as I go along.
I love the idea about the aprons and appliance covers too. You are all so inspiring!
Sheryl-lyn |
| Mikki |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 5:23:47 PM
Wow so many great ideas!!! Thanks so much everyone, you've got my wheels rolling, lol.
~~Blessings, Mikki Jo
www.mikkijo.etsy.com
http://burningmeadowsprings.blogspot.com/
http://strawberriesnapronstrings.blogspot.com/ |
| theoanne |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 4:52:24 PM
Mikki, How about a small Quilt foor your cabin. It'll keep you warm on a cold day.
Teddie
Too blessed to be stressed! |
| Maryjane Lee |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 2:03:01 PM
Mikki, how about making some lavendar sachets with some of the material! I can smell them now! Hugs, Maryjane Lee
"A House Is A Home Where Love Dwells" |
| mima |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 09:23:29 AM
How fun! Whatever you come up with will be just amazing I'm sure! I vote aprons too! I would totally buy one from you (along with those amish dolls-if my hubby didn't kill me first-aprons and dolls are not high on his list of what to spend our money on!!!!) LOL! |
| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 09:17:57 AM
I would vote for aprons too..or maybe cute toaster or mixer covers or if they have alot of stains and stuff the small pieces could be apron pockets or pot holders maybe???? Lucky you!!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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| Kim |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 09:00:20 AM
Or pillows for the cabin? Or hang them?
Blessed Be!
farmgirl@heart
"Go confidently in the directions of your dreams; live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler." - Henry David Thoreau
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| Libbie |
Posted - Apr 28 2007 : 08:59:44 AM
Hey, there, Mikki - how about a couple of beautiful new......APRONS!!!!!
XOXO, Libbie
"All through the long winter, I dream of my garden. On the first day of spring, I dig my fingers deep into the soft earth. I can feel its energy, and my spirits soar..." - Helen Hayes |
