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Stitching & Crafting Room:  What are you working on right now??  |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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 Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 11:37:53 AM
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sewing a skirt which is almost finished, and NEED to do a lot more sewing.
I love to make things myself, saves money and keeps ya busy PLUS getting nice things :)
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
My personal blog:
http://just-me-a-dutch-girl.blogspot.com/
Almost daily updates on me and mine :)
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Merry
True Blue Farmgirl
765 Posts
Merry
Ankeny
Iowa
USA
765 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 11:55:15 AM
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I have two graduation quilts that need binding, a baby quilt too, a fathers day quilt that needs piecing, and I want to make more shopping bags and ornaments.
http://afarminmyheart.blogspot.com/
"Nobody has ever measured, not even poets how much the heart can hold."
Zelda Fitzgerald |
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 1:06:59 PM
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I just finished knitting 2 shawls and am working on embroidering some flour sack towels. I also finished up Christmas ornaments for the Christmas in July Swap :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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lacisne88
True Blue Farmgirl
1181 Posts
Chelsey
Lake Stevens
Washington
USA
1181 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 1:07:38 PM
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I am finishing a thin knit scarf for my sister. It was supposed to be done a while ago, but I got sidetracked. She specifically wanted a thin, holey, brown scarf.
I am also knitting a baby blanket.
Also,...(lol) I am finishing a knit bunny rabbit stuffed animal for my best friend's little 2 year old.
I will be starting a blanket for my sister's graduation from high school. I think I might crochet it.
Chelsey
Farmgirl Sister #283
http://farmgirlpleasures.blogspot.com/
http://aminiatureworld.blogspot.com/ |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 1:12:17 PM
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Right now, I am working on a tea towel for a swap on here. :D
I have a wedding dress, a bridesmaids dress, and a party dress I am altering for a friend of mine
a dolly for a sweet friend
and last but not least, dress and outfits for the children sprinkled in and topped with a couple of aprons. ;)
I have some shawls in the works too, but I have to find the yarn I was using...Im afraid they are discontinuing that color. :(
This is fun! Glad you started it!!
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
"You are my strength when I am weak. You are the treasure that I seek. You are my all in all. Seeking You as a precious jewel; Lord, to give up I'd be a fool. You are my all in all."
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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Jami
True Blue Farmgirl
1238 Posts
Jami
Ellensburg
WA
USA
1238 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 1:26:41 PM
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I am crocheting a really cool handbag for my mom for Mother's Day. It's made from the pattern in the book, Uncommon Crochet, and I'm having a lot of fun making it complete with mistakes and all. I haven't crocheted a pattern for years and years. Part of it is wet felted and other parts are crocheted with cotton yarn and then fabric is added...it's really neat looking. I'll post a pic on my blog when it's done.
Jami in WA
Farmgirl Sister #266
http://cookecreeksheep.blogspot.com
http://cookecreekwool.etsy.com |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 1:56:58 PM
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I am making a wedding dress for my future daughter-in-law. I designed the pattern to be close to one she saw in a shop and have been working on it for about 6 weeks now. I finally have the intricate embelishments and beading finished so now I am back to working on the boned corselette and the lining. I am also just about finished with a pair of socks - all that's left is to kitschner stitch the toe. I still have 8 bridesmaid dresses to make and 2 flowergirl dresses but the wedding isn't until Sept. so I still have a bit of time. In the mornings I try to spend at least an hour at my spinning wheel - it's my focus/meditation time.
Does anyone have any advice on getting the garden dirt and chlorophyll off my hands after working in the garden? I still haven't been able to find a glove yet that actually lets my hands stay clean. I tried wearing surgical gloves inside my work gloves but it made the excema on my hands really bad. I usually end up resorting to using Ajax but that's so hard on the skin. I'd sure appreciate any advice on that one.
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 2:06:35 PM
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Love hearing what everyone is up too!!! Keep sharing, you are an inspiring group of women!! 
sheri, try applying a good hand lotion on your hands first, then put on whatever gloves you are using. . . I find the dirt washes off much easier that way. Otherwise, I will use the brown bar soap that has pumice in it. . . forget the name, but the mechanics use it to clean their hands at the end of the day.
Joanna #566
JojoNH
http://www.CountryCents.com
http://CountryCents.Blogspot.com |
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
2350 Posts |
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electricdunce
True Blue Farmgirl
2544 Posts
Karin
Belmont
ME
USA
2544 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 3:00:02 PM
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I made another scrap quilt top today from some bits and pieces I have piled around my sewing room. i love doing them, it is finishing them that doesn't get done often enough...
karin
Farmgirl Sister #153
"Give me shelter from the storm" - Bob Dylan
http://moodranch.blogspot.com
http://domesticnonsense.etsy.com |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 7:35:29 PM
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I'm working on aprons and a clothespin holder for various birthdays, plus I've been cutting all my fabric scraps into strips for a quilt - eventually
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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nitere
True Blue Farmgirl
482 Posts
Amy
Hickory
NC
USA
482 Posts |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 06:21:05 AM
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Quilting and making pin cushions. I actually just finished making a man's tie last night and I will probably never make another one. Good night, that was not easy to do! I need to make some aprons, have an idea for one tucked up in my brain that needs to come out! I love reading what all the farmgirl's are doing. :)
Karin
Farmgirl Sister
# 18 :)
www.perfectlittlemiracle.blogspot.com
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kpaints
True Blue Farmgirl
1564 Posts
karen
cheney
wa
1564 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 07:38:10 AM
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I just finished a painting for my new grandson. Copied from a stretched fabric design on the internet. Too pricey for my daughter so I justed painted one for her and she is thrilled. You can see it on my blog. I want to start a quilt for my gd graduation but there is yard work to do also. What to do? Guess I will do a bit of each! And I am always making crocheted dishcloths in the evenings. I have to get my fix of crochet! lol
Find your joy and live it. http://cheneybaglady.blogspot.com/http://www.kpaints.etsy.com http://www.thevintagebaglady.etsy.com FG #377 |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 2:06:41 PM
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Wow, all of you have some wonderful things you are doing! "kpaints" love your painting that you did! "Karin" would love to see your apron once your brain let's it out!! :-D all of you are so busy!
I just finished 2 "Traveler Sets" ( baby blanket and a mini one for the baby to hold ) now I am starting on Mother/Daughter apron sets and tea towels. Will take pictures of the aprons and towels to post later.
Joanna
JojoNH
http://www.CountryCents.com
http://CountryCents.Blogspot.com |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 6:13:46 PM
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I am in the middle of embroidering a pocket for a shopping bag. I am going to put a wooden handle on this one. Also I have started a quilt a few back and just found it. I went and got more material to finish it but really want to get the rotary cutter and cutting board before I do any more with it so I will be cutting straight lines. I am not a lover of straight lines, apparently. Not even in the garden. I am more into the pretty curvy lines. But not good when it comes to quilting. So really need to get those few items, then will continue with the quilt.
I forgot to say ya'll are some amazingly crafty busy ladies here.
Kris
Life is what you make it. Always has been. Always will be. |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 8:24:42 PM
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I am working on a clothespin apron, a few quilt tops, a wool BOM quilt, and a machine embroidered quilt. Quilts, and more quilts, that's always on the menu here. I will make curtains for a friend soon, and a set for my bathroom too.
My quilting and life blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
895 Posts
Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
895 Posts |
Posted - Apr 19 2009 : 7:46:09 PM
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Today I finished an apron for my Mom, two tea towels that attach to the stove handle, and I am nearly finished with a purse I am making for my daughter's Rescue. She rescues small animals and birds. They are having a party next month and the purse will be raffled for donations to help fund the rescue. After that I will start making hammocks for the cages, for the ferrets, hedgehogs, mice, rats etc. and parrot toys made of fleece, they will also be sold for funds for the rescue. Just started making aprons and purses and I love the creativity and mad colors you can use. Buttons are great for decorations.
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OregonGal
True Blue Farmgirl
511 Posts
Chris
No. IL
USA
511 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2009 : 2:26:37 PM
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I just finished two aprons, one for my knitting friend, and one for my friend who just
bought and started her own restaurant.  One more to go for a quilting ladyfriend.
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2009 : 3:47:07 PM
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Those are beautiful CHRIS!! What adorable work you've done!:)
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
"You are my strength when I am weak. You are the treasure that I seek. You are my all in all. Seeking You as a precious jewel; Lord, to give up I'd be a fool. You are my all in all."
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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mulegirl
True Blue Farmgirl
184 Posts
rosemary
cottonwood pass
co
USA
184 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2009 : 4:29:37 PM
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Karen,
very nice painting and BEAUTIFUL grandson!!! Lovely bags, too.
I'm working on a painting, too. My girlfriend had to put down her beloved dog, Rocket so I'm doing a portrait of him for her. He really was a special dog and companion to her.
smile, follow your heart and don't look back
http://web.mac.com/rosemaryart |
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lilyblossom
True Blue Farmgirl
416 Posts
Donna
Evansville
IN
USA
416 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2009 : 5:04:55 PM
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I'm knitting a pair of socks as a birthday gift. Also, I am learning how weave on a rigid heddle loom. On Sunday I learned how to warp the loom and am in the process of weaving a scarf.
Donna...true blue KY farmgirl |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2009 : 7:41:21 PM
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Thought you might like to see pics of the wedding dress. It's ready for lining at this point.
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Stitching & Crafting Room: What are you working on right now?? |
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What are you working on right now??
