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Inspired by braided rugs, I decided to make some coasters that looked like miniature braided rugs with a modern twist—ones that were neutral in color and made with new fabric. Using Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton 57" PFD Bleach White fabric, I made coasters, which led to making a Christmas tree skirt, and then braided fabric baskets, which I will show you how to make in this post.
Read MoreI had this idea of a temporary fix of hanging an antique white quilt on the wall to add some coziness to the room and to add some white brightness along the largest expanse of blank wall. Because I eventually want to add a large mirror and a faux fireplace mantel or a board and batten or bead-board wainscoting to the wall, I didn’t want to drill lots of holes into the wall on which to hang the quilt.
Read MoreIt all started because I have had most of our beautiful, antique books in a box for two years. This box has floated around the house, occasionally hiding behind furniture; sometimes hiding under a vintage table cloth and serving as a base for Christmas decor, but most recently, the box has just been an eyesore in our hallway, waiting for me…
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