hightechgrammy — Cute Embroidery

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We live in the high mountains in Colorado, and basically have fire in all directions. But, for now, we are safe, and there are no fires close by. There is lots of smoke in the air. All Fourth of July fireworks have been cancelled - whew! IT is really d

19 28 Jun 2012

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Ben is at Adam's Camp! We didn't think he would do it, but he was excited yesterday and never asked to stay at home. After we left I heard him cry, but I think the team will be able to divert him. He took his Kermit and two iPods, a tape player and a

19 26 Jun 2012

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Is sewbadly actually sick and in the hospital? I hope not, but I keep getting a PM about her being ill. I thought she was better ..... Confused, Jan

2 26 Jun 2012

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Some Good News! Video of Uganda orphans with their new quilts! You may have to search for Thank You Quilters, since the link rarely works. Or cut and paste this address http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUZOpWkz1GE to see this incredible video. Wait till

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[1] Thank You Quilters

www.youtube.com

33 22 Jun 2012

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I have always wondered about tatting. I use the word in crossword puzzles. Maybe I should learn to tat! I'd love for someone, who really knows the ins and outs of tatting to recommend a good Youtube video of how to get started. What do I need to buy

14 21 Jun 2012

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The Dad Life - I wish I had seen this early enough to send it to my husband. It's a hoot! You'll have to copy and paste to see this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOKuSQIJlog Enjoy! Hugs, Jan

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[1] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dokusqijlog

www.youtube.com

4 18 Jun 2012

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Back from Uganda - Andrea called to say Pavel has returned home safely to Colorado after delivering our precious quilts to the children in Uganda! Yeah! She said Pavel's mother is really relieved - her 21 year old son went half way around the world, b

17 17 Jun 2012

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Uganda Quilts - Just 3 photos! Someone put together a little video about Pavel in Uganda and I grabbed these three photos from it! He should be returning any day now and we should be getting real photos soon! If you would like to see the video you can

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[1] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbab9m-wz-k&feature=youtu.be

www.youtube.com

27 14 Jun 2012

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Teachers like to share information, which makes sense :-) I was wondering how many other teachers are also Cuties, and what you teach or have taught! I know we have both teachers and principals on here..... I'm Jan, and I taught First -Fourth g

26 12 Jun 2012

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I just love those Vera Bradley bags, but I want to make my own. What do you think I could use to make my own bags stiff enough? What kind of batting or stabilizer or inner lining could I use with a raggy bag? Plastic mesh? I want it to stand on its own

8 10 Jun 2012

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All you Cuties who are Grandmas, or Aunties or who have babies in your lives! You HAVE to check out this adorable little Bib/Apron for babies - It's called a Bapron and would be so much fun to make - put one of your favorite baby designs on it and WOW w

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[1] Isn't it adorable!

www.craftinessisnotoptional.com

40 09 Jun 2012

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I don't understand why people use Rayon thread. It shrinks for me. Why DO people use Rayon? I'm not being critical, I just want to know..... Thanks

21 04 Jun 2012

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Ben and Mac - I posted in Personals and I couldn't get the photo to upload and I couldn't get it to upload in Projects - so here they are in Community. We have had some happy days lately! Praise the Lord!

18 04 Jun 2012

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We've been having quite a time with our son, Ben lately. He keeps stuffing his mouth and then choking when he tries to swallow - this is called bolting. He's 24 and has rare genetic syndromes: 17q21.31 microdeletion syndrome, and Opitz FG syndrome. His

10 04 Jun 2012

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Most on-line fabric stores seem to have the same brand names. But, this site on eBay has some really unique fabrics. If you like retro fabs, check it out! I could spend way tooooo much here! Prices are typical but not great. It's called the Nauvoo

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[1] Nauvooquilt Company

myworld.ebay.com

4 02 Jun 2012