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Wood Shingle Christmas Tree

Posted on December 24, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We host Christmas dinner at our house every year. (Well, I host while Alberto cooks. You definitely don’t want to eat my cooking!) This year we wanted something special for the center of the table. We kept tossing around ideas, … Continue reading →

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Handkerchief Dog Bed

Posted on December 1, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

  One of our weekly rituals is taking the dogs to the groomers. Barney and Duff have long hair and being boys, they get dirty every time they’re outside. (Gertie, on the other hand, is a total gem [and short … Continue reading →

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Bird Toile Placemats

Posted on November 16, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

As you may remember, a few weeks ago we upholstered a seat cover with a beautiful bird toile fabric. We absolutely LOVE this fabric and had almost a yard leftover from that project…what to do? With Thanksgiving upon us next week, Alberto thought … Continue reading →

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Loopy Turkey

Posted on November 13, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

Thanksgiving is less than two weeks away and we’re putting the final touches to the menu for the day. Alberto’s job is to come up with a signature cocktail and what’s better than using the eponymous brand of bourbon Wild … Continue reading →

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Mirror Side Table

Posted on November 9, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We found a great little table at a local yard sale a few months back. Someone had converted it into a futon by putting a cushion on it. Alberto saw it, and immediately came up with an idea. We could … Continue reading →

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