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Well here we are the first day of the new year! just where does time go,one minute you're working hard getting ready for craft fairs ,selling your goods along with sewing for your customers and the next minute it's all over and beginning a new year just to start all over again. Is it just me or does anyone else feel the same? Not that I'm complaining about having plenty of work!  This year I

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Tomorrow Thursday 22nd December is my last working day before the Christmas holidays. I would like to thank all my blog followers and of course my clients and also my crafter friends for making the year so enjoyable and very interesting. I love reading your blogs and seeing all the wonderful crafts made. So wishing you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas.

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Castletown House Christmas Fair.A really great day ,as you can see my stands are low in stock and by the end of day I was all sold out !By the way this is my friend (with the hat) She helps me out from time to time.No more craft fairs this year as I have lots of alterations to finish in my workshop.

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Quick and easy way to add length to a dress. As seen in picture 1., sew your strip of lace about one half ins.seam to the hem of the dress This is what it looks like from the front of dress Now add some ribbon over the joined seam This is the ribbon stitched to the seam All finished and ready to wear,this can be done on most dresses, just remember use a fabric that suits the fabric in your

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Yes,this is me at the first of my Christmas Craft Fairs this season. In Killester, north Dublin,a really great fair. Lots of lovely people and crafters. Sold out most of my baby blankets and velvet scarves. I'm now busy sewing more crafts for the coming craft fairs this weekend.

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Thought you would like to view some of my baby flannel blankets,so soft and cosy, Ideal gift for baby or toddler.  http://www.facebook.com/valeries.craftsThanks for looking.

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I know I've been neglecting my blog lately, my alteration business has taken up all my time. I really don't mean to complain but I was asked to make some unusual items for customers ,ie, a fabric cover for a water cooler, a fabric cover for a very large wine rack, 37ins wide and 70ins tall (imagine all the wine that holds ).  I was delighted to receive compliments on both of these finished

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What a lovely surprise to receive this beautiful silver necklace from Jess of Epheriell Designs.I won her giveaway piece,all the way from Australia.Thanks Jess,check out her site, http://www.epheriell.com/.

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Just had to share this with you all. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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This is a photo of a waistcoat  that was a ladies jacket not so long ago! Unfortunately I forgot to photograph the jacket before the alteration began,but never mind the end result was good ! Firstly I removed the sleeves ,then the neckline was changed to a "v" style and lastly the side seams wear taken in to give the jacket shape. The owner of this waistcoat was very pleased with the result . I

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Hi all,just to let you know of another great food and craft market is taking place in the grounds of Castletown Houst ,Celbridge, Co.Kildare next Sunday 18th September from 10am-5pm. Such a beautiful and historic house to visit also. Plenty of craft stalls including mine, I will be showing my interpretation of Yeats poem "Tread Softly" on my embossed velvet scarf amongst other items. If you can

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Just back from my holidays in Spain,what a great time I had,obviously I needed the long awaited break.But I'm finding it difficult to get back working again.Had lots of "Debs" dresses to alter,and also childrens uniforms.Where has the (so called) Summer gone. Lots of orders for my flannel Baby Blankets.  This is one of many fabrics they come in and are all backet in lovely soft flannel. Check

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At last I can log into my blog again and reply to comments also,thanks to "Patricias fabric art"and her advice!Take a look at her blog,it's really good. Once again the markets are in full swing,ie, Castletown House in Celbridge Co.Kildare,also Buttons and Bows in Crumlin,Dublin, which are both on this weekend Sunday 21st.August. I love this time of year,in regards to crafts,it's the beginning of

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Can anyone tell me why my list of "Followers" have disappeared from my page and I cannot answer any of my "comments" on my page also I cannot stay signed in. This error was supposed to be fixed in May by Blogger but no joy !!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I'm all ready for the food and craft market in Castletown House in Celbridge tomorrow Sunday 17th July,but it looks like the weather is against us,rain,rain and more rain is forecast.This is my first time to attend this market and was really looking forward to it so here's hoping! As the song goes "my bags are packed and I'm readt to go". I have changed direction in my crafts and am now making

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I saw this Tutorials and thought you might like to give it a try. Great for a night out or even to the beach. Love your comments.  Note: This type of design works best with chiffon, jersey, or material that drapes well. And also you need to know a little about sewing. 1. The length and width depend on you. Fold it in half and find the center. 2. The neckline measurements I gave are a good

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All this week I have so busy sewing not only for my alteration business but making some new crafts. Yes! my first craft fair in quite a long time is happening this coming Sunday 3rd July in Dublin,so wish me luck. I have made some new Satchel Bags and lovely Baby flannel blankets, a first for me,  and I'm really pleased how they look and are so soft, I'll post some photos of them next time. I

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Back to sewing for myself this week. Having bought a lovely pair of white ,summer cotton trousers, about 2yrs ago in Ibiza ,Spain, while on holiday. I never wore them because they needed lining as they were a bit "see through",if you know what I mean, and of course my own clothes are always the last to be mended or repaired. Last week as I was clearing out my wardrobe to give to the local

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Imagine my surprise when another of my paintings were sold this week,Tuscany Hills, sold to a lady for a wedding gift to her niece.Must get painting again as my stock is running low.

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This is a painting of mine called "April Showers" I sold at an exhibition last week,I must say I was sad to see it go as it was one of my favourites,but the good part  is this lady  had previously bought one from me last year.Nice to know two of my paintings are hanging in her home

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"Taupe Grey " is the colour I choose to describe these lovely covers. A pair of large 18x18ins covers and small one  18x8ins .This is the only crafts I have had time to make since I posted in April,the reason being LOTS & LOTS of alterations in my workshop. People are starting to have their clothes altered and repaired for holidays.I have lots of beautiful fabric just waiting for me to get

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Happy Easter to all!Lets hope the weather is good with plenty of sunshine.Is'nt this a lovely basket full of "Love Hearts"I will be using this basket to display my hearts at Craft Fairs,lots of lovely colours.I'm off to Killarney for the weekend I'll take a few photos while there and post them on my return,Bye for now!

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I have just finished my 9 week course of evening classes in Sketching and Drawing, thoroughly enjoyable. I cannot wait for the second course in September.This is a pen and ink drawing I finished last Monday,I call it The Vicarage.It took me quite a long time to draw as it has a lot of detail.

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This is a very easy way to restyle a dress.A client of mine wanted to add interest and also length to a dress she had bought a few months ago and never worn.I suggest adding a band of fabric to the skirt of the dress in a different shade.Don't you think this is lovely? My client was so pleased with it.It was like a new dress. Just thing I would like to say make sure the front and back band is

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As I was taking up the hem on a pair of jeans I thought you might like to know a tip I was given many years ago. Trim the inside tip of the seam seen in the photo Next using a small hammer hit the thick part of the seam,this makes it easier to sew over the seam No trouble now for the "foot" of your machine ! This is the hammer I use ,so light and handy.Hope this has helped you .

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At the moment I am attending drawing and sketching classes ,thought you might like to see my first sketch. This is The Wonderful barn in Leixlip,Co.Kildare.In Pen and Ink with a watercolour wash . Built in 1743 as a grain store. 70ft high encircled by a staircase with a crows nest viewing gallery on top. Can be seen as you travel along the M4 motorway heading into Dublin.a truly great site to see

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As St.Patrick's Day is nearly here I thought you might like to see my contribution to the "green".This is a lovely green velvet bag hand embossed with the Celtic Knot design. Ideal for jewellery,mobile,gift etc.Another one of my projects is this pin cushion made in the same colour and design. Love working with this velvet although it can be a struggle sometimes as it's inclined to slip.Have lots

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Just a couple more sewing tips I thought might be of some use to you. I have had a number of people asking me to explain the measurements on the "inch" tape, so I hope this will help. Another tip is for when your buying fabric or a dress,etc. scrunch it in your hands and if it falls back and holds its shape,great! but if it holds the wrinkles,by all means buy it if you like ,but just

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I just had to show you this piece of weave my granddaughter of 10yrs did in schoolthis week.It's her first piece and she is thrilled.She also loves to paint and she plays the "tin whistle". It's great to see schools are teaching crafts to children and keeping up tradition.

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I know I'm very late posting since December but I've been busy working (lucky me)My alteration business is busy and my "Shopping" bags or as their known in America as "Totes"are very popular,not only for shopping but they can be used for carrying baby clothes(nappies,wipes,etc)My granddaughters love them to carry their accessories for dance class and also gym class.The fabric is strong cotton,

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"Never a christmas mornNever an old year endsBut some one thinks of some oneOld days; old times; old friends."A friend sent me this short poem and I would like to share it with you.

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Two Starlings fighting ,brilliant photo! Yes it's still snowing in Ireland.At this present moment it's 10"deep in my garden, (Kildare) looks beautiful but getting to be a bit too much now.What do you think of this lovely photo, taken in West Cork by whom I don't know. Sooooooo! beautiful.Guess Its going to be a "WhiteChristmas"Best wishes to all

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This is what my front garden looked like all this week,beautiful but hazardous. I couldn't even get my car out of the drive.Snow came very early this year in Ireland,usually bad weather of snow and ice comes in either January or February.So I decided to put my Christmas decorations up to keep me busy.This is my lovely fireplace in my sitting room,all decorated in red and gold, with gold angel

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Yes another busy week for Alterations in my workshop. As it's coming into the Christmas season and people are buying some new clothes for parties,etc. I have been really kept going doing alterations. Shortening hems on dresses ,skirts and trousers also jacket sleeves are never the right length. I also decided to make some lovely pin cushions from remnants of velvet I had left over from making my

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Sorry for not posting sooner but I have been so busy making my Embossed Velvet scarves and bags for some Craft Fairs I'm exhibiting in.Last weekend, 6th & 7th November in Killester,north Dublin, was a great craft fair.Organised and advertised really well with the result lots of people turned up .My scarves and bags were very popular with buyers and got lots of orders also.I seem to be sewing

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Making life easier in your workspace, is easier said than done! But everything gets out of control at some stage and when this happens, (which happens a lot) start by tidying up!!!!Next put the work that needs to be done first in some kind of order. Now your getting somewhere.Because I do Alterations and Repairs this is my main agenda, first come first served is my motto!I have one rail for

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I bought this dress at a sale only last week. It was a full length dress ,and I loved the pattern on the fabric.The neckline was quite low so I added some knitted lace (to complimented the material) and Ithen shortened the length by 10ins.Simple and easy restyling and what a transformation! A dress that no one else has.It is lovely worn with black knee high boots.Hope this gives you some idea's

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Before you decide to “get rid” of some of your older clothes why not try restyling them. It’s not as difficult as you think, start with some easy changes.For example.A blouse, cardigan, jacket or coat, get some nice new buttons and take the trouble to sew them on, I know you probably heard it before but believe me it works.What about adding lace down the front of your blouse or cardigan,or around

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Check out this lovely Treasury by Dareaca on Etsy.Included is my Velvet handbag amongst all "The Blues" SOLD

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Hi all back at last from my holiday in Killarney,hope you like the photosPhotos of how people lived in these small cottages,these are all in the same room A replica of village lifeA place called "Ladies View"on MacGillicuddy ReeksMuckross House,really beautiful ,and Ross Castleand lakesLooking down over Killarney from the mountainsWill definitely go back again

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Just to let all my followers know I'm taking a break for just a week.And am I looking forward to it! I'm heading off to Killarney to become a "Tourist".This year I have decided not to go abroad for the first time in years. I know I'm taking a chance on the Irish weather,as you all know,but so what I'm sure we'll have a great time.Hope to have some good photos to show you and of course the "

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Hi all ,sorry for not posting sooner but I have been busy with some commissions for my "Angel Art"This one is for a ladies granddaughter called "Grace", a new born baby girl,so pretty in pink.Next is "Butterfly Angel",as you can see the name has to be inserted on the scroll,another luckygirl. Finally A beautiful Angel called "New Beginnings"to be given by a friend to a brave lady who hascome

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When I began painting I used acrylic paper (which you see here on the left).After a few months I began using canvas board ,8x10ins was the size I started with and slowly I drifted on to a larger size and found it easier to paint my picture,you will understand this in time.I then progressed to stretched canvas,and I was hooked,the paint seemed to glide on ,now I was an "artist".Well in my mind I

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Got a lovely surprise on Wed.11th August,I was included in an Etsy Treasury byhttp://www.anewlife.etsy.com/A big thank you ! It was such a surprise,please take a look its a real "yummy" page

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As you can see these are some of my (well worn) brushes,my favourites!When I give my Art Classes I advise to use good brushes.Sizes I recommend to start with are ,1ins Flat, 1/2ins Flat, no. 1 or no.2 Roundalso a "rigger"brush is great for the likes of tree branches and grass.Cheap brushes are fine to practice with, but as you progress you will find the hair is coarse and leaves brush strokes on

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As I am a member of "The Crafts Council of Ireland", textile section, I was asked if I would like to produce a piece of work relating to the poem "Tread Softly" by William B. Yeats . A challenge for me indeed as I am not very familiar with poetry and their meanings, but I love a challenge and thought why not! As I make hand embossed velvet scarves , I interpreted the poem ,(to my own meaning)

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Hi all, if anyone is taking up painting as a hobby I thought you might like a few tips on colours to begin with. When I teach "Beginners Art Classes" these are a few suggestions I give to my group. By the way may I add I am using Acrylics as my choice of medium ,did you know if diluted with water acrylics can be used like watercolours. Primary colours are, as everyone knows, Red,Blue,Yellow.

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At this moment in time I'm working on a textile piece relating to the poem " Thread Softly " by William Butler Yeats. I have to finish it by Friday so all systems go! Thought I might show you a couple of my paintings which are hanging on my kitchen wall.As you can see these were painted in 2005.If your interested ,I will be giving some tips on "Beginners Art"shortly so hope you'll join

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What a busy week it's been in my workshop,where I do alterations and repairs.My business is called "Nips and Tucks".It does not matter what size or shape you are most people have to get their clothes altered,ie-shorten or lengthen hems on skirts,trousers,sleeves.And of course altering the width of clothes also,never a dull moment.What most people forget is "Restyle of Old Favourites" It can

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Been really busy today in my workshop"Nips & Tucks",altering Debs and Bridesmaids dresses.I won't complain about having plenty of work as their are lots of people without a job in the "R" (recession)dare I mention it! What ever size people are ,short or tall, big or small, everyone needs something altered plus I love meeting people, some even call in for a "chat",everyone has a story to tell,

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Yes, I also have a passion for Art.I have been painting for the past 15yrs or more.Anyone can paint,did you ever hear that and think "no way" well it's true.What do you think of this painting done by a lady in my Beginners class ? Did'nt she do well. Her daughter has it hanging in her house, proudly!Why not try,get some paints, Acrylics are great as they dry quickly, good for beginners. Oil's

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These are my latest Velvet Embossed Bags.They come in three different sizesSmall, 4x3ins,Medium 4.5x4ins, large 6.5x5ins Great for carrying your Jewelry,etc. if going on holiday or mabyCrystals,Chakra Stones.etc.The large size hold, Angel cards or Tarot cards also.Made from luxurious rich velvetembossed by myself.

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This is my latest addition "summer" bag. Holds plenty ,is very light to carry has two inside pockets and a long cord to through over your shoulder.

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At last I'm a Blogger! Hopefully I can do this right.I need lots of my friends to give me a "kick start"You know what they say it's never too late to start, so here goes!!!!!!Amongst some of my friends are some great talent ,and I will show this as my pages progress.Artists and Crafters, Jewelry and Fashion,the list is endless.Also I will be including a few tips on Painting, Acrylic painting as

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