Category Archives: Dogs

Fifty Days to 50: “Socks for Dobby” Christmas tree

Posted on October 8, 2018 by gracieed

Yesterday I wrote about being excited for the changes and new paths that will emerge as I approach 50.  Changes can come in all shapes, sizes and intensity and I’ll admit, I’m not very good with change.  I enjoy the … Continue reading →

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Make Madness 2018 – Day 17 & 18| Dog Beds

Posted on March 18, 2018 by gracieed

With Baseball Opening Day around the corner (March 29), I knew I wanted to make dog beds for my two dogs using fabric from their respective teams. Ellie is a San Francisco Giants fan and Mindy is a Chicago Cubs … Continue reading →

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Make Madness 2018 – Day 15 | Dog Paw Applique

Posted on March 15, 2018 by gracieed

If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know that I really like to get the most use out of any material I use: fabric, yarn, paper, etc.  I really dislike waste and after any project, I’ll set … Continue reading →

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Make Madness 2018 – Day 8 | St. Pawtrick’s Day Drawstring Project Bag

Posted on March 8, 2018 by gracieed

I’ve been wanting to make a drawstring project bag for a while now.  And last week I started a sock project that needed it’s own bag – the As Time Goes By sock pattern by Susan Burzynski.  I’m using Freckled … Continue reading →

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Make Madness 2018 – Day 3 | Notions Tin

Posted on March 3, 2018 by gracieed

I don’t know about you, but every time I need scissors or needles for my knitting projects, I can’t seem to find them. My sister-in-law bought me some Altoid-sized tins so that I could cover them with fabric and/or paper … Continue reading →

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Make Madness 2018 – Day 2 | Dog Collars

Posted on March 2, 2018 by gracieed

Today’s project is one I’ve had on my list to do for ages.  I’ve made collars for my dogs for the past several years and every 4 years or so they need new ones. I discovered this wonderful fabric that … Continue reading →

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Saturday Snippets | December 5, 2015

Posted on December 5, 2015 by gracieed

Welcome to Saturday Snippets.  This is where I share links and odd bits of info from the past week. 1.  Pantone just announced the colors of the year for 2016. 2.  Love watching dogs having fun. Well that’s all the … Continue reading →

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Saturday Snippets | November 28, 2015

Posted on November 28, 2015 by gracieed

Welcome to Saturday Snippets.  This is where I share links and odd bits of info from the past week. 1.  People really are very clever. 2. I know how Thor feels. Well that’s all the Snippets I have for today.  … Continue reading →

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Quest 47 begins today.

Posted on November 24, 2015 by gracieed

I turn 47 today and you know what that means.  QUEST 47! To Review and warning – this is a bit of a long read:  This idea began over a year ago when I was reading a blog where the … Continue reading →

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Saturday Snippets | November 21, 2015

Posted on November 21, 2015 by gracieed

Welcome to Saturday Snippets.  This is where I share links and odd bits of info from the past week. 1.  I know we’re three quarters of the way through November, but it’s never a bad time to be thankful.  Here’s … Continue reading →

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