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“Twigs” the Garden Angel Kitty

“Twigs” the Garden
Angel Kitty

This perfect feline companion won’t get
into mischief and will bring oodles of
personality into your home.
Friends & Flowers Stitchery

Friends & Flowers
Stitchery

Keep your spring fever at bay with
this simple stitching project while
waiting for your garden to bloom.
Flight of the Bumblebee Candle Cozy

Flight of the Bumblebee Candle Cozy
Inspired by a classical orchestral interlude with the same name, this candle cozy will add a bit of whimsy to a plain jar candle.
Aged Penny Rug

Aged Penny Rug
This entirely “green” rug uses an old army blanket for the background, with additional wool that was found at thrift stores and garage sales.
Garden Wagon

Garden Wagon
The freshness and colors of
the season are captured within
this garden stitchery.
Apron Valances

Apron Valances
For a truly vintage look in your kitchen,
hang these cheerful valances that are
fashioned to resemble half aprons.
“Memories” Keepsake Pincushion

“Memories” Keepsake
Pincushion

Keeping pins and needles at hand,
this pin keep also offers a clever means to display small, cherished keepsakes.
Leapin’ Lapin Posey Pillow

Leapin’ Lapin
Posey Pillow

A spring bunny that will make his way
into your home this spring and will be
happy for all seasons.
Yo-yos and Buttons Pillow

Yo-yos and
Buttons Pillow

Vintage fabric and buttons add a cheery dimension to this embroidered pillow that will bring a garden theme to your family room.
Bird Placemat

Bird Placemat
Purchased placemats get a quick
custom transformation for
your summer décor.
Wool Horse Mat

Wool Horse Mat
Crafted in deep, primitive colors, this simple tablemat will look lovely displayed on a side table or hanging from the wall.
Tiny Needlefelted Teddy

Tiny Needlefelted Teddy
A tiny teddy that exudes a huge amount of personality, he will look charming propped just about anywhere in your home.
Shabby Chic Owls

Shabby Chic Owls
Owls are a trendy fashion statement this year, and these little fellows have arrived just in time for spring decorating. Their finished size of 61⁄2” x 81⁄2” is perfect to create a grouping to perch on a mantel or shelf.
Gardening Journal

Gardening Journal
A creative way to use up bits and pieces of fabric, embroidery floss, and buttons saved from other projects. Pockets give your favorite gardener a spot to store seed packets, magazine clippings, and photos.
 
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