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Handmade-chunky-bead-teething-necklace-part-2

In my previous post, LINK, I shared my mis-adventure when I sliced the top of my knuckle off with the edge of the belt sander. Ouch. So, that posting was more of a ‘how NOT to’ than a ‘how to’….. … Continue reading

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Spool knitting wire and making connections

Recently, a jewelry maker contacted me and asked me if I could make her some industrial strength spool knitters so she could spool knit wire for her jewelry making. I went for a rummage through our stash and found a … Continue reading

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Happy Girl’s Day! It’s Doll Festival Day

Today, Tuesday March 3, is a day to celebrate little girls and to wish them hope and protection. In Japan, today is the day that elaborate displays of precious dolls are created…. Paper dolls symbolizing things that are unhappy are … Continue reading

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Mardi gras butterfly masks

Somehow, I don’t think that I will ever go to New Orleans for the real Mardi Gras, but that won’t stop me from celebrating in my studio! I made these Mardi Gras masks with all kinds of techniques and things … Continue reading

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Wild and Woolie Spool knitted doll

Every once in awhile,   a little wild woolieness ought to come into a Yarnie’s life. So, I have designed this Wild and Woolie Spool knitted doll.  I used hand spun yarn to make it, but any yarn that makes your … Continue reading

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Rosie Recycle is done and ready to go!

I am so excited! I have finally finished The Rosie Recycle Doll Book! http://www.crone-findlay.com/Crone-FindlayCreationsWhatsNew.html Rosie Recyle dolls are charming little one of a kind dolls that are an inspiration to ‘go green’, and become a thrifty ‘eco crafter’. Combine your … Continue reading

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Woven and Spool knitted Heart

I designed this spool knitted and woven heart a year or so ago. I’ve just re-worked the instructions and have them available as a pdf tutorial. Click on my website for the contact info for the download. Image source: Noreen … Continue reading

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Green crafts- hand made book with spool knitted binding cords

Oh my. This week….. winter arrived….. So, it’s time to get to work on Christmas presents. I love green and eco crafts -  recycling and re-using things to up-cycle new treasures… I am making my sister-in-law a hand made book … Continue reading

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