Tag Archives: sewing

sweaters, sweaters…everywhere…

Posted on February 10, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

…and not just because it is frigid outside, but because I am obsessed with recycling old sweaters! I just made another trip to my local thrift store and loaded up with another batch of wool sweaters (and a few cotton … Continue reading →

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time to get cozy

Posted on February 1, 2011 by niftythriftygirl

I recently scoured my local thrift store with a friend and brought home several wool sweaters. I love to recycle old wool sweaters, felt them and make purses or pillows out of them. The sleeves of the sweaters usually go … Continue reading →

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poof! a pouf!

Posted on February 6, 2010 by niftythriftygirl

Last weekend I had the pleasure of spending a relaxing weekend with my bestie girlfriends at a former ski lodge-turned-private home. Besides all the food, drinks and laughs that we enjoyed, we spent Saturday afternoon crafting. What joy! It was … Continue reading →