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Monthly Archives: March 2009

Spring Cleaning

25-Mar-09

Thrifty Creativity will resume posting on Wednesday, April 1

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Sewing without a pattern – a semi-circular cape with hood

24-Mar-09

The cape, a type of ancient sleeveless cloak, is a wonderful garment when dressing in “layers” for warmth. To make the cape, you need a rectangular piece of fabric at least wide enough to accommodate the length of the cape (the radius) and at least twice as long (the diameter). This hooded cape, 54 inches [...]

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Sewing without a pattern – An apron / shawl

22-Mar-09

The Bias Cut Apron/Shawl Making the bias cut calico apron is a good investment of time and energy because it can also be worn as a shawl or as a beach skirt knotted at one side of the waist. The triangular shape of the apron is arrived at by folding a length of material on [...]

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It’s Spring! – free graphics, coloring pages and printable Easter Games

20-Mar-09

Finally – the First Day of Spring! If you’re looking for graphics for your blog or webpage; if you’d like to print some cards, coloring pages or Easter games (all free!) check out Clip Art ‘n Crafts Spring Collection – You’ll find it Here Enjoy the Day and the Season! …for now the winter is [...]

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The Thursday Thirteen – Welcome Spring!

19-Mar-09

Thirteen Tips to Welcome Spring and Invite Her Indoors! 1. Open the Windows! Even if it’s still a bit chilly, opening the windows for just ten or fifteen minutes will fill the room with fresh spring air and banish winter doldrums. 2. Buy a new house plant. Fresh flowers are nice, but they don’t last [...]

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