Sunday, April 7, 2013

Stash Busting Sunday: One Ball of Yarn

There's been no sleeping in on Spring Break.
I so enjoy quiet mornings that are slow and easy.
My husband commented that I am waking up more cheery than usual.
That's because I know I don't have to go to school.
A full week of doing as I please each and every day is such a wonderful thing.
I love how one simple ball of yarn can be used to create so many different projects.
Tiny grannies for embellishing inexpensive towels.
These will make a nice gift set.
The little glass jar still needs to be dressed with a crocheted jacket.
And the little teddy bears will be used to embellish gift bags for babies.
They still need their faces stitched on.
Pattern for gift bag can be found at Chalky's World.
And the teddy bear pattern is from Leah at Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me.
For more April stash busting ideas head over to Linda's Crafty Corner.
Wishing you a creative day!
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38 comments:

  1. ClaudiaApril 7, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    Tammy, you are so creative! I love the doily and the idea to embellish the towels is golden! Enjoy your spring break, my friend.

    xo
    Claudia

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  2. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSApril 7, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Hello Tammy. A neat gift idea. The doily is very pretty and the crochet lacy on the towel makes it special and the bag is awesome. Hugs Judy

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  3. AnonymousApril 7, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    So glad you are relishing your time off. That is such a nice thing to see. I love all of the creative crochet bits you are getting accomplished! those towels are so lovely. Anyone would feel special receiving them. Have a wonderful day!!
    ~Dawn

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  4. PreetiApril 7, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    You have turned the inexpensive towels into a luxury with that pretty border ! Enjoy your vacation:)

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  5. Handmade and off-centeredApril 7, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    I really like these ideas of yours and your colors are so soft. What a great feeling it must be to get things done for future gifts. Very organized :)
    Enjoy your spring break.

    -Birgitta

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  6. WandaApril 7, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    What a wonderful array of goodies.

    I love the towels..so pretty.

    and your breakfast plate of food looks delicious too.

    Have a great Sunday..we're off to church.

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  7. BabajezaApril 7, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    I don't know which project I like best. The towel. Yes! The doily? Yes! The little bear. Of course. Enjoy your spring break. I know exactely how you feel about getting up in the morning as I am experiencing the same feeling. :-)

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  8. CreateologyApril 7, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Blissful Sunday Stash Busting Stitching. I completely understand the peace and joy of waking up cheery and having a day to do as you wish. Love your projects. Tammy Dear thank you for the "Tea Bag Stitching" link. How beautiful some discarded "trash" becomes with stitching. Joyful Serenity...

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  9. Blondie's JournalApril 7, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    You've made so many pretty things...I love the teddy bear faces!

    XO,
    Jane

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  10. Teresa KasnerApril 7, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    You are such an inspiration! Embellishing a guest towel like that for a hostess gift is brilliant!! I think I'll stow that idea in my list of things to do. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  11. MeredithApril 7, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Tammy, you are amazing, so creative and full of great ideas. I think we are all happier when we can wake up on our own and start the day slowly.
    Hugs to you,
    Meredith

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  12. LornaApril 7, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    What pretty gifts! I love the simple elegance of the towel and candle set, and the teddies are just so cute!
    Thanks for some fab ideas :-) Lorna

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  13. La Tea DahApril 7, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    Oh, pretty, pretty! I love ecru, white, cream, and etc. The towel is charming!

    And that lunch --- looks DELICIOUS!

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  14. AnonymousApril 7, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Thank you so much for linking back to my little bit of Blogland at Chalkys and also leaving such an encouraging comment on my blog . So glad the little bags are proving to be so usefulxx

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  15. Ana BCApril 7, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    LOve all your projects!

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  16. Sugar Lump StudiosApril 7, 2013 at 10:46 PM

    Love your crocheted projects. I've never learned to knit of crochet and have envy for those that can!
    Glad to see that dust storm is past too!

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  17. Draffin BearsApril 8, 2013 at 12:43 AM

    Hi Tammy,

    So glad that you are having a wonderful Spring break.
    You have been making some beautiful things, love the sweet teddy bags and the towels are gorgeous.
    Enjoy the rest of your break
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  18. BetsyApril 8, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Tammy, what a beautiful idea. The guest towels and the baby gift bags both. I love them! I know how you feel about being in such a good mood. When I retired I couldn't believe how happy I am now.
    I so glad you had a wonderful day today my friend.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  19. MisteaApril 8, 2013 at 2:18 AM

    Lovely goodies you have made with your ball of yarn. Cute little bears for embellishing the little gift bags. Sweet doily.
    Enjoy your break.

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  20. Thistle Cove FarmApril 8, 2013 at 2:20 AM

    Fabulous ideas and all using only one skein of yarn...wonderful!

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  21. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartApril 8, 2013 at 4:40 AM

    Oh, Tammy, what beautiful work you do and such lovely items. I love the whole set!

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  22. TannaApril 8, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    Tammy, you are so gifted and creative. Love the way you see the beauty that can grow from a ball of yarn! Thank you for you sweet comment about Aunt Dot... glad you had one, too. blessings and hugs ~ tanna

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  23. Tammy's in LoveApril 8, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    I'm pretty sure that absolutely anything you wrap up with a crocheted jacket looks cuter than it did naked!

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  24. Our Neck of the WoodsApril 8, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    Your pieces are so creative! I just love them. I'm glad you're enjoying spring break!

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  25. DagmarApril 8, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Looks like a wonderful productive, crafty time was had! great crochet projects, really sweet!
    ❤

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  26. An Aussie FelterApril 8, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    Have I told you before how much I love that window? ... so peaceful ... the perfect place to relax. Enjoy your break !

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  27. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderApril 8, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    Dearest Tammy,
    You seem to be in your hum!
    Adorable little gifts you already created; that is very rewarding and it creates a happy feeling.
    Enjoy your week off.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  28. LeahApril 8, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Hi Tammy, how are you hon? I have been absent from blogland for far, far too long and have only just had a chance to do some visiting today. So to see your lovely post and spot the wee bears has absolutely made my day! Your crochet all looks fantastic - I love the shell doily so much. Enjoy the rest of your week.

    Leah

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  29. vintage greyApril 8, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Hi Tammy,
    Your doily is beautiful! Love the sweet bear, too! Have a great week! xo Heather

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  30. AishwaryaApril 8, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    You are gifted Tammy. Creativity is within us. To bring it to the fore is one's effort. Great! Well.... enjoy your Spring break. That means we'll get to see your Spring projects :) Inspiration enough to start off?

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  31. Taci simmonsApril 8, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    Beautiful projects and great gifts. I'm glad you are having a peaceful and relaxing Spring break !

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  32. crafty cat cornerApril 8, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    Hi Tammy
    Who would have thought so many lovely things could come from one ball of natural colour wool.
    I really like the towels, so pretty and the teddy heads, I think I might try a teddy head in thinner yarn to put on my blocks sometime.
    Thanks for the links.
    Stay happy
    Briony
    xxx

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  33. CatherineApril 8, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    How wonderful to have a full week off and be able to do exactly what you want to do.

    Those little bears are cute!!

    xo Catherine

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  34. Tanya April 8, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    It's no WONDER you're happy - I am happy just looking at what you've created this lazy week...doesn't look lazy at all! Happy Monday - Tanya

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  35. lindaApril 8, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Lovely makes Tammy love them all! :)

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  36. SangeethaApril 8, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    Hi Tammy, you always have some wonderful ideas. I loved the towel and the teddys. :)

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  37. Serena LewisApril 8, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    What lovely crochet goodies!! Enjoy your Spring break to the max. :) xo

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  38. MelanieApril 9, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    Out of curiosity, what is the food that you are eating? I recognize the olives, and maybe that's scones? How about the white creamy stuff?

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