An afternoon in my craft room




These are a few of the pin cushions I made.
You can find the pattern in the Summer 08' issue
of Sew Somerset.

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Unknown said…
I Love your pictures. When I look
at these it makes me think how I
I need a new camera. Of course
you do have a really cool craft
room. Talk to you soon.
May 3, 2009 at 11:58 AM
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