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#11
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Murray, Ky. Looking for a nice cushy pillow to rest my head on!
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I agree with the creative seamstress. I made something for mine and Used other items are from my stash. I have made purchases but stayed in the budget. It is just meant to be fun so don't stress about it.
#12
Thanks for the ideas and encouragement.
Several years ago I depleted 90% of my stash and craft items. I had my sister come over while I was work (to keep me from second guessing myself) and asked her to clean out / off certain shelves to give to her ladie's group at her church. They were trying to do some fund raising and most of them are in their 80's so they had limited funds to work with. I had all this "stuff" just sitting there and wasn't using it during my non-craft/non-sewing phase (yes that is sad I know, but I'm over it now). I know it was used for good purposes so that makes me happy. I'm trying to rebuild my stash (much to my DH's dismay...he wasn't "around" the first stash building so he's in shock).
Thanks again :)
Several years ago I depleted 90% of my stash and craft items. I had my sister come over while I was work (to keep me from second guessing myself) and asked her to clean out / off certain shelves to give to her ladie's group at her church. They were trying to do some fund raising and most of them are in their 80's so they had limited funds to work with. I had all this "stuff" just sitting there and wasn't using it during my non-craft/non-sewing phase (yes that is sad I know, but I'm over it now). I know it was used for good purposes so that makes me happy. I'm trying to rebuild my stash (much to my DH's dismay...he wasn't "around" the first stash building so he's in shock).
Thanks again :)
#14
Originally Posted by moonwork42029
I've seen some of the wonderful swap items and can't for the life of me figure out how they come up with so much for $10. Seems like everything around here is pretty costly quilting wise.
How do you score such treats?
I would hate to be the sender and have just a couple little items because of that...any ideas would be greatly appreciated so I wouldn't shortchange anyone.
Thanks
How do you score such treats?
I would hate to be the sender and have just a couple little items because of that...any ideas would be greatly appreciated so I wouldn't shortchange anyone.
Thanks
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#16
Moonwork make a pin cushion ,a needle case,potholder,kitchen towel ,buy some new needles,thimble,seamripper,buttons thread,lotion,candle etc. there are lots of items for $1 or less in most stores. Try the local $store.There are alot of small items you can make from your own stash. Just have fun with it.Mary
#17
I also look for the bargins........for instance in the JoAnn flyer sent to me last week on the back page was a $5.00 off a $5.00 + regular priced item........ I did find something to add to my SP package for 90 cents...........
Local quilt shop had a bin of fat quarters for $1.00..........
Michaels had a 25% off your entire purchase...........and I checked out their $1.00 items.....pretty note pads .....pretty nail files...........pretty pens..........
Even our quilt guild has a freebie table...........You never know what you might find........I have a nice recent pattern just waiting for the right SP.
Yes ............I also take from my stash.................
Better get myself signed up before I forget...........
Local quilt shop had a bin of fat quarters for $1.00..........
Michaels had a 25% off your entire purchase...........and I checked out their $1.00 items.....pretty note pads .....pretty nail files...........pretty pens..........
Even our quilt guild has a freebie table...........You never know what you might find........I have a nice recent pattern just waiting for the right SP.
Yes ............I also take from my stash.................
Better get myself signed up before I forget...........
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