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Toadstool pincushion

DIY: Toadstool Wrist Pincushion

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No matter how many pincushions I have, there’s never one handy when I need one. I end up with pins in my mouth or laying around everywhere, neither of which is very safe! Well my errant pin problems are over, now that I have a very cute and very practical Toadstool Wrist Pincushion. It was very easy to make with…

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How to darn a sock with holes

How to Darn Large Holes in Socks

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Learn how to darn sock with holes using an easy stitching technique that embraces the ‘visible mending’ ethos. Your holey clothing can be mended with stitched starburst patches. I struggle to let things go. For this reason I will wear clothing within an inch of its life, even when the elastic has gone or there are large gaping holes. With…

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