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2013 Goals and Resolutions: Do Hard Things

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Do Hard Things! It's my "word" of the year.  :)  I haven't read the book Do Hard Things yet, but heard the young men speak about it on the radio.  It's a goal for all of us to follow--to live our lives for Christ and graciously do the hard things He has called us to.   Here are my … [Read more...] about 2013 Goals and Resolutions: Do Hard Things

Rag Quilt Potholder sewing kit

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I joined another Busy Bag Swap, actually, two of them!  So, I'll be sharing lots of ideas in the coming weeks.  Here is the activity I included in the Elementary Craft Bag swap: How to sew a Rag Quilt Potholder.  See below for the instructions that were included.  These Rag Quilt Potholder sewing … [Read more...] about Rag Quilt Potholder sewing kit

Nursing Cover–Pinterest Challenge

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A while ago I saw this unique pin of a nursing cover on Pinterest, so I decided to make one!  (If you like it, you can get one from her Etsy shop.)   I haven't had a chance to use it yet since I'm still anxiously awaiting the arrival of our new little one.  Hopefully soon!  Today is my due … [Read more...] about Nursing Cover–Pinterest Challenge

I Spy Bag–Pinterest Challenge

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Here are the I Spy Bags I made for a Busy Bag Swap. I sewed 25 of these! They are filled with Poly Beads and lots of little objects. Most were found around the house: pennies, paper clips, pieces of ribbon, brads, beads, broken crayons, buttons, safety pins, etc. I used gauge 4 clear vinyl, which … [Read more...] about I Spy Bag–Pinterest Challenge

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