Jacquie's Up-Cycle Nation: Cozy Up

The chill has finally reached me here in Galveston and now I can join the world in layering on the blankets and cozying up by the fire.  Vintage quilts and woolen blankets are the easiest way to add recycled charm and warmth to your home.

 

November 30, 2013, is national "shop local" day so be sure to support your local antique dealers and search out vintage quilts with community roots.  But if you can't find what you're looking for in your town,  these Etsy vintage shops have you covered.

 

 

 DairyFarmAntiques Is a trip down memory lane, filled with vintage goodies to inspire tales of Christmas past.

For everything masculine chic turn to fe2oxide.  In addition to fabulous wool blankets this shop offers unique finds for the industrialist on your list.

Dreamy quilts and blankets can be found alongside vintage fashion and accessories at drowsySwords. This shop has something for every vintage lover! 

Striking patterns, easy care, and affordability are bringing afghans into vintage vogue.  These labors of love add instant cozy to the cold winter nights ahead.  Grab this stunner at VintagethatsMintage!

Lisabretrostyle2 offers a nice selection of woolen blankets as well as a bevvy of vintage goods for every nook and cranny of your home. 

For more fab vintage warmth on Etsy search vintage quilt or vintage wool blanket and be dazzled by the recycled beauty made generations ago.

LOVE  &  UP-CYCLE NATION!!

Jacquie Wheeler

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Blog Party Sunday -- Show Off Your Handmades

Welcome to our Blog Party Sunday. We would love to have you show us what you are crafting.

You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.

The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
4. Family friendly items only.

The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops,  post about it on your  blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.

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Today's Featured Shop -- Ma'at Silk

Today's featured shop is Ma'at Silk.    You will find unique, hand-painted silk scarfs and cushions here.
Check out Maisie's About page to learn about her process.

Hand Painted Silk Scarf. "At Seven PM" 90x90 cm. Limited edition . Blue, Purple, Grey. Original Design by Ma'at

Set of Six Notebooks. A6. 24 pages. Plain White Paper. Abstract Pattern Design. Pink, Blue, Green, Yellow, Original Design by Ma'at

Hand Painted Silk Cushion. 35x35cm. Decorative Pillow. Throw Pillow."Sultan”. Turquoise, Yellow, Green. Original Design by Ma'at.

Handmade Pin Cushions. Original Abstract Pattern Design. Choose One of Six Different Colours. 

Be sure and visit Maisie's shop to see all she has available for you.   https://www.etsy.com/shop/MaatSilk

Witches Stitches Easy Magnet Gifts

The refrigerator has always been an art gallery for my family. When my children were little pictures and awards were posted there all the time. Then my children grew up and I had a clean refrigerator. Well I have 2 grandsons and it seems as if my art gallery is back!
I was always very particular about how the magnets I used looked. I always liked them to match. I found a great way to make magnets that match and look a whole lot better than the one the local pizza shop gave you. ;-)
I make my magnets out of little glass charms that are backed with a picture. These are so easy to make and the kids or grandkids can help make some.
Step 1 – Get some floral glass pieces. You can get a bag full at the dollar store, (You have to love the dollar store). Use the ones that are domed on one side and flat on the other. The clear ones work best, but you can use colored ones too. You just have to make sure that your picture color will match and show through the colored glass. The best thing to use with colored glass is a black and white picture.

Step 2 – Find pictures you like that are small enough to be cut out the same size as the flat side of your glass piece. You can use a section of a picture if you want. Cut out one picture for every glass charm you will be using.

Step 3 – Glue the picture onto the flat side of the charm. U can use the white glue in the gold bottle…it will dry clear. Then glue a magnet on top of the paper. Let dry.

That is it, you now have great looking magnets. This makes a great project to do with the kids that they can give to friends. How about helping them make some with your children’s pictures on them to give to the grandparents. Or you grandparents out there, how about making some with the grandkids to give to mom and dad? These are super cute and will hold your growing refrigerator art collection in place.

As always thanks for reading and if you have any questions please give me a shout. Faith

Handmade Spotlight - Win These Handmade Ornaments

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