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Craft Project: Rectangle Crochet Sweater

This is a simple pullover sweater that is made from 4 pieces. Actually the front and back are more like squares and the sleeves are rectangles. There is no complicated shaping for shoulders, etc.

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Craft Project: Duck Push Toy

This duck is sure to delight the little ones. It is a wood project, and does require either a scroll saw or a jig saw, but the smiles of those little ones is a great reward in return for time spent on the project.

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Craft Project: "Honey Do" Hammer

This is a woodworking project. Great gift for dad for Father's Day. Just slip that list of projects into the clothespin. And don't forget to put at the end of the list something like, "There's a piece of apple pie in the fridge with your name on it!"

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Craft Project: Valentines Day Bouquet

Make use of those old bud vases, and make somebody's Valentines Day a happy one. This is especially nice for those loved ones that are housebound. Make 1 or more.

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Craft Project: Crocheted Valentine Envelope

This small envelope is a unique way to present a valentine's day gift, especially a gift of jewelry.

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Craft Project: Quick Crochet Ski Cap

With the very cold weather everywhere in the country recently, we need to be covering our heads and ears to keep warm. It takes too long to knit a cap, so I designed this the be quick and easy, and crochet goes more quickly, at least for me.

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Craft Project: Cow Diet Reminder Fridgie

Here is another vintage Diet Reminder Fridgie. This cute little cow is easy and fun to make. Something the kids can help with, and it makes a nice little gift with a humorous message.

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Craft Project: Crochet Jellybean Duck

This cute duck is fun for Easter or for anytime. She is crocheted with 4 ply yarn, with a drawstring under her tail. Fill her with jellybeans, and when you squeeze her tummy, she lays "jellybean eggs".

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Craft Project: Vintage Fridgie Diet Reminder Elephant

This was one of my most popular crafts to sell in the 60's. The foam is not the same now as back then, but it is more dense and easier to work with. A great little tuck-in gift for secret pals, friends, and loved ones.

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Craft Project: Crochet Kitchen Towel

Crochet several of these and put them in handy places throughout your kitchen; on the oven door and the refrigerator handle are the best places for these. My version is different from most since I don't cut the towel in half, but fold it and use the whole towel.

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Craft Project: Denim Door Mat

This is a mat to put near the door. It will catch lots of outdoor dirt before it makes its way all over the house. This mat is made from recycled blue jeans, and makes use of very small scraps. You can make the base whatever size you want your mat to be.

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Craft Project: Christmas Cards Slipper

This is a good way to recycle those beautiful Christmas cards. And, if you just can't bear to cut them up; scan a copy of the card you like and then follow the instructions just as if it were the card. These are pretty hanging on the tree or from the fireplace mantel.

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Craft Project: Angel Lapel Pin

This pin is a recycle pattern with a Christmas theme. It is a tiny Angel Lapel Pin using gold safety pins, pearls and beads. It is appropriate for casual wear or for dressy occasions to Christmas parties.

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Craft Project: Rectangle Crochet Sweater

Craft Project: Rectangle Crochet SweaterThis is a simple pullover sweater that is made from 4 pieces. Actually the front and back are more like squares and the sleeves are rectangles. There is no complicated shaping for shoulders, etc.


Craft Project: Duck Push Toy

Craft Project: Duck Push ToyThis duck is sure to delight the little ones. It is a wood project, and does require either a scroll saw or a jig saw, but the smiles of those little ones is a great reward in return for time spent on the project.


Craft Project: "Honey Do" Hammer

Craft Project: This is a woodworking project. Great gift for dad for Father's Day. Just slip that list of projects into the clothespin. And don't forget to put at the end of the list something like, "There's a piece of apple pie in the fridge with your name on it!"


Craft Project: Valentines Day Bouquet

Craft Project: Valentines Day BouquetMake use of those old bud vases, and make somebody's Valentines Day a happy one. This is especially nice for those loved ones that are housebound. Make 1 or more.