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Last month, Melissa of tiny happy shared an adorable needlecase she made after being inspired by a project she saw in a 1970s craft book. She's just posted instructions on how to make your own needlecase using wide vintage embroidered ribbon.
How-To: Vintage Embroidered Ribbon Needlecase
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Oct 20, 2009 08:00 AM
Hand Embroidery, Sewing |
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This is similar to a sewing kit used by mountain men which they affectionately called their "housewife". Soft, light, and easily packable, it was indespensible in the backcountry. We made these at a black powder rendezvous once.
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