New Toys

Let me introduce you to my new toys- antique rag balls sent to me by a lovely customer, fresh from her family homestead in Texas. They are many, many decades old- closer to 100 years than 50, that's for sure.
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I am honored to have the super exciting task of crocheting these rags into a large basket to house still more of the rag balls that will be kept for display.
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As I begin to unwind the years, and see all of the different fabrics and colors, I imagine the love and work that went into creating these in the first place. I'm swept up in wondering what that red and aqua striping came from, or if the pink and black is an apron string. It seems nothing was discarded...some lengths of fabric are a mere inches in length before another one begins.

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I look forward to showing you my progress on this basket, and regaling you with stories about the ups and downs of crocheting with ancient material that has been cut and wound by someone other than me. Stay tuned- it is sure to be a fantastic adventure!

All Wrapped Up

And ready to go to the post office!

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Each little beribboned bag contains an upcycled magnet, and an info card with a matching fabric swatch. Sosorosey shop info is on the back of the little card. Whew. 50 is alot!!

Magnet Mania

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I have been buried under a pile of fabric and magnets for the past few days! But, here is the fruit of my labor. This set of 50 magnets, crocheted from upcycled bedsheets, is finished. They will be heading off to Texas tomorrow.

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These pretties will grace the tops of holiday packages, be used as stocking stuffers and party favors, and be given as little "pick-me-up" gifts. Each will be individually wrapped with an adorable little card. Stay tuned for the *wrapped* photos tomorrow!

Treasure Trove

Oh, did I have a fabric fiesta at the thrift recently! Someone must have kept these linens in their packages for decades- they are brand spanking new, with no issues whatsoever. I couldn't believe my good fortune!
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First we have a gorgeous Wamsutta full flat sheet, a twin fitted Springmaid sheet, and a standard Springmaid pillowcase.
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Next up, a matching pair of Springmaid cases in bright yellow.
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And last, the coup de gras...TWO of these amazing vintage curtain panels. Ready to wash and hang- they measure 53" across and 70" long. These would turn any living room into a retro haven, wouldn't they?

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All of these fabrics are on hold for my new friend in Japan, but whatever she does not want will be listed in sosovintage soon, soon, soon!

I'm Not Gloating...

...but just LOOK at what I found today!! This one is going to be hard to part with, but I'm going to do it. Look for it in the shop soon!

Shabby Chic Chair Pads: Check!

Sometimes I have an idea- an awesome idea- and I end up not following through with it. Who knows why... I get caught up in other things, other orders, my non-Etsy life. But sometimes I have an idea- an awesome idea- and I DO follow through! Like the chair pads I mentioned wanting to make. I finished these last night, and can't wait to get them listed in my shop.
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Many of you weighed in on whether I should make them all the same, all different, or 2 and 2. And there were opinions for all three! I decided to try to please everyone by making them all different, but similar. Two of them are made from these three fabrics- the pink and white are just reversed.
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And the other two are made from these three fabrics, with the green and cantaloupe being reversed. All four cushions have the same "vintage blue" middle. They measure a generous 13" in diameter, and work perfectly on standard sized chairs. Yay me!!!
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What have you followed through with lately?

Dog Days: Please Vote!

Would you believe that the person who makes these beautiful dog sweaters is a good friend of mine? This particular one has been nominated by Etsy for a very special honor- a spot in their weekly "voter" poll. (read the article HERE)

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Angela at aandboriginals is one of the most talented and hard-working people I know- she's always ready to lend a hand or promote other people and their shops. Now it's her turn for the credit and kudos! You can participate by clicking HERE to go vote!