Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Upcycle Your Thanksgiving

Well November is here and Thanksgiving is coming up fast so let's get started on decorating for this holiday with some recycled decor from Etsy. 

Pumpkins are still in fashion for another month. :)  So let's take a look at these upcycled pumpkins from JonesDesignShed that are made from sweaters. Very nice pumpkins. 

I really like this fall leaf from WaxMenagerie. It is made from recycled wire and newspaper. You could sit it on the table or hang it like an ornament. Great idea!

Look at these upcycled wine bottles that have been painted like candy corn. They are from KorkayKreations. You can use them for your Halloween decorating and then just take them right into Thanksgiving. :)

I really like this upcycled older tray that StudioSugarTree made. Like she said you could changed it out with the seasons. 

Looks like there is lots of good ideas for getting your home decorated for Thanksgiving. Don't forget about Thanksgiving and just jump into Christmas decorating as there is still time to do that after Thanksgiving. :)

Happy decorating!

Colleen :)

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Snowflake Saturday - Grandma Jennie's

Our next Snowflake Saturday features Grandma Jennie's Snowflake pattern from Kara of Petals to Picots. Can you see a few beads crocheted into this snowflake to add a little extra bling? Either way, it is a very pretty snowflake. For the complete tutorial, click on the image above and work up a few this weekend!

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Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Vintage Ghosts

Halloween will be here next week. Can't believe how fast time rolls on. I thought since there is still a little bit of Halloween time left we would look at some vintage ghosts and witches from Etsy. Maybe you will get some ideas for next year's decorating. :)


Well what more is a icon of Halloween, but pumpkins and ghost just like this one from MidCenturyQueen. Love the look on the ghost. :)

Do you need a plate to put some of that Halloween candy in? Take a look at this one from WeaverVintageCharm. Looks scary to me. 

So are you thinking of dressing up next year as a witch? Well you can get started on that costume with these vintage witches shoes from ReluctantDamsel. Look like the real thing to me. :)

Ok....now we need to have some witches brew for Halloween for sure and this pot from CandilandArt has the perfect vintage pot for making this brew. Now....what shall we put in it? :)

So if you are already to go for Halloween this year or already planning for next year I hope everyone has a great Halloween!

Happy Haunting!

Colleen :)

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Snowflake Saturday - Six-Point Century

Over the next few Saturdays, I will be linking to some beautiful Snowflake tutorials. Perfect for your holiday tree, to use on your gift packaging, hang in your windows to catch the sun rays or whatever ways you decide. Did you notice the little hearts around the center? I'm thinking these can be used for Valentine ornaments also! What do you think?

To kick off our Snowflake Saturday is this gorgeous Six-Point Century Snowflake designed by Deborah at Snowcatcher. To start creating your own Snowflake ornament, click on the photo below for the complete directions written in both US and British Terminology.

 

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Featured Artist - Motherlode Toad Factory

Today's Featured Artist is Robyn of Motherlode Toad Factory. Robyn was given a wonderful legacy of a lifetime love of fabrics and sewing by her Grandmother Evaretta, an avid seamstress and quilter. Robyn has been creating and designing her entire life. To see the amazing work that Robyn offers in her shop, click on any of the photos below.

Leaf Table Runner

Soft Sculpture White Crow

Soft Sculpture Large Barn Owl

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