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Fall Pumpkin Pillow Cover

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It's the middle of August and much too early to start Fall decorating (IMHO) but it's not too early to craft for it, and that's exactly what I've been doing.   Into my fabric stash I went and came out with enough fabric to make a Fall pillow cover. Pillow covers are such a wonderful option.  Why? Because it's much easier to store pillow covers than it is to store pillows!   Pillow covers are nothing new around here.  The first ones I shared gave full instructions on how to make them.   Then I upcycled a Valentine's Day tablecloth into placemats and pillow covers .  Some vintage dresser scarves were reinvented the same way, and last, but not least, a wool applique pumpkin pillow cover - that I don't think I shared.  Probably because I was busy packing for our move. Ha! So sorry.  I promise to share it soon. This post may contain affiliate links. All of that being said, let me share my most recent one.  I think you're going to like i...
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3 Things I'm Making Now to Prepare for the Holidays

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Yes, it's August and I really should have shared this as a 'Christmas in July' post, but I have a good excuse.  I came down with an especially bad case of vertigo that was later diagnosed as a sinus infection.  The month of July ended up being a loss for doing anything creative.   But, better late than never, right? This post may contain affiliate links. The three little projects I'm sharing with you are easy to make and are nice to have on-hand before the hustle and bustle of the holidays arrives.  Let's get started, shall we? 1. Gift Tags Everyone needs gift tags for the holidays, right?  I started mine with some of the paper I made several months ago.  Using small rectangles, I stamped the paper and punched a small hole in each one for a little Bakers Twine.   Then I grabbed a stamp set that I've had for many years and stamped a few more. Now, I realize that not everyone has this stamp set or homemade paper so let me offer a few ideas: Th...
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Repurposed Earplug Case

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If you read my recent post , you know wearing these earplugs is now a must in my life.  Since they come in a great little plastic case, I decided it needed an upcycle rather than sending it to the recycle bin.   It's quick.   It's easy.  And I think it came out darling.   This post may contain affiliate links. Welcome to the 'Do It Over' Designers blog hop. We are a group of bloggers who love to recycle/upcycle/DIY. I'm happy to host this hop and I hope you'll visit everyone to see what they have to share with you.   Please visit to see everyone's creativity. The links will be listed at the end of this post. Here's what you'll need: Plastic Case Napkin Sandpaper Sponge brush Mod Podge Plastic wrap Here's the little case with the napkin I chose.  The case is about 4" across. I forgot to take a picture of the edge and latch, so here it is on a case still in use. The first step is to use some sandpaper to scuff the surface.  Th...
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