Crafty Things - Year in Review

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I like looking back over the past year and seeing how many things I accomplished in the craft department.  Of course, this past year I opened my Etsy shop so I did more than I ever would have in the past.

Rather than show them all, I'll just touch on my favorites from each month:

January

A table runner for my sister.Photobucket



I liked this one because it's in my favorite color.
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February

Another table runner.
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March

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April

I loved the fabric on these two aprons.
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Tea totes.
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May

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I made these for a friend and thought they turned out cute.
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Curtains for Emily's room.
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June

Kitchen hand towels.
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Bib apron in paisley.
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A shirt for Dan.
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August

A baby blanket.
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Table runner.
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Apron.

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September

Cards.
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October

Burp cloths and wash cloths for a baby shower.
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A tote bag.
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November

Another bag.
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Cards. 
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December

Petal boxes.
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Christmas Tree Skirt.
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Obviously, I made much more than this but these were some of my favorites from the past year.  I'm looking forward to more crafting in 2013!

Comments

  1. NadineDecember 30, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    You are a very talented lady!

    Blessings!
    ~Nadine

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  2. ElizabethdDecember 30, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    I'm so glad I managed to order the patchwork bag from you! It has been so admired by friends.

    ReplyDelete

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