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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 5:11:20 GMT 10
When I look at the pillow for the cedar chest, I am thinking it needs a third button in the middle?  anyone?? |
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Post by frugalmel on Sept 12, 2005 5:49:04 GMT 10
Yep, methinks its needing something there......
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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 7:16:54 GMT 10
thanks Mel. I started to do three when I first did it but thought the cushion was too short for three. Might of put the two closer together. LOL Ok, will put a third on in the middle..thanks.
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Post by lucie on Sept 12, 2005 7:18:34 GMT 10
It is beautiful Carolyn! You did great!  |
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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 7:30:37 GMT 10
Thanks Lucie..I especially love the gingerbread tree skirt. Can't wait to use it with my gingerbread tree this holiday.
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Post by lucie on Sept 12, 2005 10:25:41 GMT 10
Carolyn, you'll have to show us a picture when your tree is up for Christmas! |
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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 10:44:40 GMT 10
Will do Lucie..thanks..
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Post by braided-rug on Sept 12, 2005 13:44:39 GMT 10
I was taught how to make those things in school, but to me the hardest is just doing it again after many years break and the confidence to use my old machines, and having somewhere to cut material etc.
So to me you are a legend lol.
Also, I didn't realise that gingerbread was a Christmas thing until this year. We don't have gingerbread for Christmas here, although my son did make a gingerbread house for Christmas at school once.
I am so glad you eventually got the other half of your skirt, it is a nice pattern.
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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 22:00:56 GMT 10
Thanks BR. Most of the gingergbread items you find here in the stores are decorated for holiday. I wanted them just plain, as I collect them and leave them out in my dining room all year long. Now I have a local store that carries lots of plain gingers.
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Post by braided-rug on Sept 12, 2005 23:10:53 GMT 10
I was wondering what the gingerbread doll type thing you finished was, I went back and read the first few pages about the UFOs that I had missed?
I saw a half skirt on ebay as well. There were some cross stitch ones, they cost heaps!
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Post by Admin on Sept 12, 2005 23:17:12 GMT 10
I made and purchased several cute little gingerbread dolls, (stuffed) that can fit in the pockets. I have a ped rack in my dining room that holds lots of little gingers I have picked up at craft shows. Here in the states, gingers are quite the rage with country and primitive decor. I can take pictures of some of my things if you would like to see them.
It seem that tree skirts are pretty pricey no matter where you get them from or what style t hey are. A couple years ago, I bought one made from heavy duty felt, and decorated with mittens and such and it was 50$. Of course I waited until it went on sale after holidays and got it for half price.
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Post by braided-rug on Sept 12, 2005 23:33:35 GMT 10
I can't think what a ped rack might be, sorry Carolyn. Yes, I would love to see some gingers, when you have time. I was even thrilled that Shrek had one in the movie lol.
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Post by frugalmel on Sept 13, 2005 0:35:56 GMT 10
My MIL collects gingerbread memorabilia as well. They are mostly Christmasy when I look for them. I have found many that don't have Christmas decor on them (colors, holly, etc) but it was pretty hard to find them for a while. Now its getting easier to find "plain" ones. I would love to see your collection too Carolyn. |
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Post by Admin on Sept 13, 2005 3:56:33 GMT 10
Okey doke, will picture it for you. Get ready cause I have ALOT. lol
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Post by teddymaker on Sept 21, 2005 23:52:09 GMT 10
I love love love Gingerbread stuff too Carolyn!!...I would like to see your collection too!!!!
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anyone??
