Category Archives: Old School

Craigslist Find; Vintage Button Pins

Since we’ve moved back to the U.S. several months ago after our time as Peace Corps volunteers in Morocco, my husband and I have been in a “nesting” faze.  This is when I first really discovered Craigslist. Though I’m pretty … Continue reading

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DIY fireplace redo; Legend of Zelda papier-mâché fire

Today I’d like to share a DIY project by my husband, Jon. Jon has been getting into the DIY spirit lately and decided that we needed to update our fireplace niche. We live in an older home and have a … Continue reading

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Shamrock Garland

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. And when you make too many shamrock pins for a craft fair; make St. Patrick’s Day garland! The pattern for these shamrocks came from  the 1984 Leisure Arts leaflet 328; “Holiday ‘Fridgies’ to … Continue reading

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Geek Craft + Birthday Extravaganza

Yesterday was Jon’s 30th birthday and I wanted to make it special even though our cash flow is quite low at this time.  Since Jon grew up with playing Nintendo and thinks of that time in his life so fondly, … Continue reading

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Winter Wonderland + Cozy Fireplace

After some beautiful weather last week (clear, sunny skies and mild temperatures), winter has officially returned.  The following are some photos that I took from my apartment this morning.  Surprisingly, it didn’t feel that cold on the balcony where I … Continue reading

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Old Scool; Crochet Slippers

Today I’m going all the way back to 1977 to bring you a design from a publication called Creative Hands. Maybe you have some magazines like this lying around your house. If you’re like me, you might have inherited them … Continue reading

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