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make it perfect: .Auction Showcase
Toni Coward and her sister have pulled together people from all over the world to support the Queensland Flood Appeal Auctions. They have raised over $45,000! The auctions ends Jan. 24th so hop over to her site and make a bid!
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One Yard Wonders Sew Along | Pink Chalk Studio
Pink Chalk Studio is hosting a Sew Along using the book One Yard Wonders. All 101 projects will be completed by the end of the year!
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Two Silhouette Give aways!
#1Giveaway: Silhouette Digital Cutting Machine! | Family Style
The folks at Babble are giving away a Silhouette Digital Cutter, plus there is a 25% coupon code for the silhouette site! Don’t miss this opportunity!
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#2MADE Reviews and Giveaways: Silhouette SD GIVEAWAY--Ends Friday 1/21
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A swing dress sew-along from Casey Brown designs using this pattern is running through the end of February.
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Last but not least the Sew Spoiled Cabrio Tote Sew Along! Our gathering stage is now to February 1st!
Happy Blogging!
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