How to make your own curtain tie backs

I just love these! I came up with this idea after trying to find a way to dress up my curtains and then it hit me to create my own tie backs that gave the the window treatments a touch of primitive flare.

In this pattern I've included all the seasons to give a variety and the fun part is you can change them whenever you like. Included are; ice skates, watermelon, star, little primitive doll and a sunflower. I've have the sunflowers on my curtains right now since fall is here.

I think a set of these would make a great unique gift as well. Especially for someone that loves the country - primitive look.

The pattern is available over on http://www.patternmart.com/ at this link Here or in my Etsy Shop.

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New Pattern - Halloween Cat and Unfortunate Mice

Trick or Treat,
Catnip and cheese,
Or a few plump mice,
If you please.

Ok so I started this doll back in the spring thinking I was finally for once going to get ahead of the season. Just finished up her and pattern now LOL! In any case, here she is. She can be made as a makedo or with legs. I've included instructions/template for both versions.

It's not very often I do Halloween themed stuff and when I showed my Mom this doll she was like "Ewwww! The mice are dead" LOL! Gotta give the people what they want right?

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March/April Issue of Creative Times Magazine

Have you seen the newest issue? It's awesome and it's FREE!



Here is a link; http://www.CreativeTimesMagazine.com Feel free to share it with your friends that may enjoy it. There is also all the archives they can grab too that are full of articles, tutorials and free craft patterns....WOO HOO!

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Two Dancing Crows Newest Pattern - Fine Purdy Things

I just finished up this doll and pattern. I hope you like her! She's by far is my favorite. She's available right now on Pattern Mart. Just click the more info button below to view all the details about her. Pattern is available as a instant download or mailed.



Primitive Black Doll Fine Purdy Things PM

Isn't she primitively adorable!? She can be made as a doll with legs OR as a makedo.
Price: US$7.99

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NEW - Brrr! Primitive Snowman Pattern

I have a brand new snowman ornament epattern available. Isn't he cute! He is easy to make and would be a great seller at craft shows this fall. Just click the image or more info button below.



Price: US$6.99

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Gingerbread Ornament Pattern

Here is another cutie patootie! I think she turned out adorable! She's 5 1/2 inches tall when finished and you can grab this easy-peezy pattern over on Pattern Mart by clicking the image or more info button below.

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New Pattern - Chubby Party Snowman

Ok, I know I'm way off season here but I just couldn't help but design these cuties. I guess after such a long Michigan winter, I still have snow on the brain. Anyhoo, I hope you like him! He was a lot of fun to make and if you are looking for a easy pattern with adorable results...this is it!

To purchase click the "more info" button and you can purchase it from Pattern Mart as a instant download or a mailed pattern.



Chunky Snowman Party Ornaments PM

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Waffle Cone Ornaments

My daughter Tay (who's 6) and I are working on some ornaments for our tree this year. I bought the most darling Snowcone pattern designed by Vicki of Homespun Hugs and Calico Kisses and I just had to make it . Go take a peek at it and I'm sure you'll agree it's adorable!

Anyway, I decided instead of a snowcone, I'd make a waffle cone since I don't have any snowcone cups on hand at the moment. Good thing he's made from fabric or he wouldn't last long around here *grin*.

Taylen is such a great helper. She's in charge of staining the waffle cones and she's also the official cinnamon rubber-er. (:

Tay and I would like to make about 20 of them....some for our tree and some to attach to the top of Christmas gifts for family. I think they would get quite a kick out of them.

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New Primitive Angel Ornaments & Bowl Fillers

You will love making these darling primitive angel ornaments and bowl fillers! The larger angel, when finished measures 9 inches and the smaller angel measures 6 inches. Perfect sizes for bowl fillers and ornaments. These angels can be displayed all year round, not just Christmas. I have them both on my tree and just love looking at their little faces. I think these will make great sellers at the coming craft shows. So if you are looking for something smaller, easy and fun to make, these might just be it.

For more info on these just click the image or button below. I should have the original ornaments I made that you see in the picture available soon either on eBay or my website. I'll let you all know. Thank you for check them out and hope you like them!



Price: US$6.99

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Gotta Love Penguins!

I had a lot of fun designing these little guys. This is the second pattern in my "Bittykins" series. I love doing small designs! They are about 6 inches tall when finished and can be used for Christmas ornaments or primitive bowl fillers. I think they will be great little sellers at the craft shows. Watch for my next design as I should be done with that in a day or so. Hope you like these little fellas.



Bittykins Penguin Christmas Ornaments and Bowl fillers
Price: US$7.99

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Old Glory Days Punch Needle For Sale

I thought I'd start a catagory for finished items for sale here on the blog. If you see something interesting that I post for sale that you just have to have, simply e-mail me.

This is one of my first Punch Needle designs and the model for the pattern I have called Old Glory Days. It's framed in a 8 x 6 black frame that I distressed. I've also stained the punch needle scene itself. I love how this turned out and look forward to designing some more. If you can't resist this piece, it can be yours for $38.95 including postage within the U.S.

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