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July 27, 2011

Sewing Room Facelift

It all started last Friday when I spotted these beautiful valances hanging at the windows at an estate sale.  I loved the soft colors and all the bugs and flowers.  They were obviously custom made, lined and looked like new.  They were $15 each and there were two. Perfect! I've wanted to replace the dark colored tab curtains in my sewing room for a long time.  I just hadn't found the right ready-made curtain or fabric that I really liked to make a change.  I couldn't begin to buy the fabric for $30 to make these.

That was the beginning.   I made a pin cushion in this ceramic shoe which happened to be the same color with very similar bugs on it. 

 I gathered all my buttons and filled these jars. 


Last I made this arrangement with vintage sewing notions.  Can you believe that Ric Rac ever costs 10 cents?


I think since I've brightened up my sewing area, I'll be ready to work on some projects I've been putting off for a while.


7 comments:

  1. Lovely. It's amazing how one little event or idea can spark a whole change. I love those times. Good work. EllenaElizabeth, Australia

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  2. Love the new curtains, Sharon...AND your new blog look! Thanks for sharing, my friend.
    Hugs from here...
    xoxo
    Donna, Kes and Tag

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  3. The pin cushion shoe is adorable. I have just recently been bit by the thrift/consignment bug. It certainly is fun to poke around and look for bargains. The valances were a steal. Good find!!

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  4. Wow what a great make-over! That fabric is perfect and the little shoe pin cushion goes with your vision like two peas in a pod!
    I am inspired to get to work on my craft area and update it.
    Have a wonderful creating day!
    Tina xo

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  5. Sharon, I don't have a sewing room, but I would love this makeover for my spare room!

    I hope you're doing well!

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  6. You have got to be the craftiest person I know!

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  7. That's a cute notions arrangement! You have a really nice blog and I'm your newest follower.

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