The linens section at secondhand shops are positive goldmines. Old tablecloths and curtains have such good texture, and you can’t beat the price for the yardage! Here are some recent finds from my local thrift shops. If I remember correctly, all of these were purchased for less than $3.00.
Hey Besties👋🏾Recently on my Instagram page, I started this weekly DIY adventure called Thrifted Thursdays!!—where I show you how I upcycle and style my thrift store finds. We're up to episode 6, and I still can't believe it! It's been such a fun journey, and I love sharing all these creative projects with you.But today, I want to take you back to episode 3 because it's one of my favorites. In this episode, I created a DIY prayer board that I think you'll love. It's not just about upcycling—it'
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Hand crafted keychain with KJV scripture and a sweet metal bird perched with a red bell for decoration, there are subtle sparkles on both sides, scripture includes the Lord's Prayer. As well as a Brand new in box Black KJV Pocket Bible. This object was made from and will be packed in new, found or thrifted objects; and was put together by imperfect hands in an imperfect home in the Cariboo BC. (id14)
Some of the children really love using our finger labyrinths: click here and here to print off some paper versions. Even though they are very useful, it's always bothered me a bit that they were only two dimensional. I wanted something a bit more touchy-feely but still cheap, quick and easy to make. I was wandering around Hobby Craft yesterday and an idea came to me so I tested it out and actually it works quite well! You will need colourful paper plates (I got 8 blue ones for about £1.50) Writing paint (£2.99). This produces a slightly raised effect when painted on. I chose coloured plates because I was using white paint, but white plates (much cheaper!) will work just as well if you use a coloured paint. First, very faintly draw the outline of a labyrinth onto the plate... ...then trace around the outline with writing paint. When it is dry, there will be a raised surface of paint. I had a bit of a production line going and could probably draw labyrinths in my sleep now! One of the children has volunteered to road test one at home and fill us in next week on how it went!
"Young Man in Prayer" is one of my original paintings. Painted with acrylic paint on stretched canvas, the size of this painting is 20 inches height by 16 inches width. Inspired by colorful, joyful stained glass work the young man silently prays. The side edges of the canvas are painted so the painting can be hung unframed, if preferred. If you would like to frame the painting check the Etsy shops for purchasing frames. Frames can be found at art, craft, and art supply stores. Some stores will do the framing for you at their price for the service and the frame. Thrift stores and flea markets can be a resource for frames also. Free shipping, tracking and shipping insurance is offered with this painting. Thank you for your time! Please contact me with any questions.
Hey Besties👋🏾Recently on my Instagram page, I started this weekly DIY adventure called Thrifted Thursdays!!—where I show you how I upcycle and style my thrift store finds. We're up to episode 6, and I still can't believe it! It's been such a fun journey, and I love sharing all these creative projects with you.But today, I want to take you back to episode 3 because it's one of my favorites. In this episode, I created a DIY prayer board that I think you'll love. It's not just about upcycling—it'
Stencil a prayer flag like Silvia Souza did using items from the thrift store and her crafty stash.
I am taking this popular course up into the beautiful borders of Scotland this Autumn to Burnbrae near Kelso. You will have two days, 25th and 26th October, to really indulge in hand stitching techniques, using beautiful fabrics and a basis of old quilts. Why not make a mini break of it? I am! There are full details of this two day workshop on my website www.mandypattullo.co.uk. Here are some images to give you a taste of what you can achieve using forest animals and birds as an inspiration for appliqué and stitch.
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Some tiny collages using suffolk puffs sent to me by an American well-wisher.
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Not only did the Salvation Army in Menomonee Falls have a jam-packed, 4-sided, multi-tiered rack of neckties, there was an overflowing laundry basket full of ties on the floor next to it! Sifting through the mass, I pulled out some real beauties… Seriously, I don’t think I’ve been this excited since this Flying Club trophy entered my life: Where have these neckties been? 1976 wedding? 1979 parent-teacher conferences? I’m guessing they haven’t been loved in a while so now it’s time for them to feel some love! (After I rip them apart, cut them up, and stab them repeatedly with my sewing machine needle, that is.) Hello, little necktie wristlet carrying case thingy…here’s how you were born: 1. Cold wash, hang dry, and let ‘er rip! 2. Cut accordingly. To fit my iPhone, I cut the pouch piece 13.5”x8”. The strap is 13”x3” and the piece to attach the D-ring is 3”x3”. It takes a wide tie to accommodate these measurements. 3. Iron on some medium weight interfacing, pin and sew! 3 ½. Bonus tip! Sew a piece of ribbon or cord inside your strap to easily turn it inside-out. (this will save you 20 minutes and several swear words) 4. Press, pin and sew your little pouch together. When topstitching the edges of your strap, leave about an inch open at the triangular end so when you complete the strap loop you can fit the end neatly inside. 5. Attach your D-ring and strap and you’re almost there! 6. Add a snap in a snap! 7. Now you’re ready for a night out on the town spent effortlessly dangling this little beauty on your arm. Enjoy!
