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This has the perfect mix of modern and rustic. I like a kitchen where I'm not afraid to be messy, and where my guests can feel right at home.

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Throw pillows add character to your home. Why not make one that has your own story? I think this tutorial makes it easy and doable. Thank you Jessica!

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DIY jewelry display using vintage utensil tray and spools

I was so excited for this project. I've been on the lookout for old utensil tray and I found the perfect one! Here's a simple tutorial. =)

Things needed:

printed paper ( you can buy them at any craft store, with a wide variety of design)

spray adhesive 

small screws

screwdriver

hooks

Steps:

Its so easy, you can do it too!

Measure the inside of the tray, cut the paper accordingly  and lay it in. Sometimes it would be uneven in some areas so make sure you fit the paper first before spraying the adhesive. 

After you have achieved a good fit, spray adhesive on the back side of the paper and carefully line the tray.  Press on the bottom and along the sides. 

If you can't find spools, you can use hooks that are found at walmart or craftstores. Choose the more vintage looking one. 

When using spools, find the right spot on the tray where the spool is going to be attached. Apply the screw on the back of the tray just enough for tip to come out of the other side. Make a hole on the base of the spool. (I use a screw driver to achieve this). After, lay it on the tip of the screw and hold it place while you finish tightening on the other side.

And there you have it! You can lean it against the wall or hang it, simply buy some hardware for that, and then start digging out your accessories!

Have fun!

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Fashionable Cook

Used fabric paint for pocket. Have to keep a steady hand. 

I used a basic skirt pattern and CD disc for the scallops instead of printing the patterns. (There was just so many pages! ;p)

For tutorial on the scalloped apron, click photo.

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Patience is a virtue. 

Anthropologie-inspired apron. 

Things needed: Skirt pattern, basic sewing skills, and lots and lots of patience! 

Here's a pattern for the bunny pockets. That's what I like to call them =D

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awesome!

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i have to replicate myself so many times to make this skirt. such grace, such perfection. soooooo much fabric! kudos to awsumgal who took the time and effort to achieve a miniature of this gown.

 someday, maybe. =) 

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Made this minnie mouse ears for our American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Disney theme. I'm excited for the upcoming event. Its a fundraising event to fight cancer.  

If you'd like to know more and do your part in supporting the American Cancer Society, you can log in to www.RelayForLife.org  or you can help me reach my goal by clicking on the photo link. =)

special thanks to thesuburbanmom.com for an awesome tutorial on the minnie mouse ears.

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a need or a want??? sigh...

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Excited to make more. =)  Hurray for spring!

Original plan was just to use gold and black stones. But throwing in some oranges and pinks definitely perked this up. So happy with the results, and a happy recipient definitely makes the long hours hunched and twining wires worthwhile. 

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upcoming project! i need this to organize my stuff!

Thanks for a great tutorial! ;D

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Cole Haan pumps that i bought for a superlow price! problem is, patterns aren't the same though structure and handiwork is really good.

So I'm thinking about putting some embellishments to give it a little oomph! ;D

maybe gold tipped or pink tipped?  or maybe put some pearls?

would like to hear ideas from fellow fashionistas  and crafters =)

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Collar DIY here

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Allow yourself to be careless...

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so awesome!!!

from Bonzie - Artisan Irish Design Label with Romantic Vintage Appeal 

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Porcelain and Hokusai. (by Nancy Zhang)