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I started showing you what came in a 2$ bag.
The ziplock bag had some jewels.
Take a look.
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Crochet pot holders.
Not something that was made overnight.
Double ply.
Small stitches using cotton yarn.
Whipped stitched around the edge AND top stitched by machine.
The blue potholder had a scalloped blanket stitch around the edge.
Notice the double yarn used in the tiny stitches which made for a thick, sturdy potholder.
These potholders had been used, but had no stains.
Lines were perfectly matched.
Notice the color change.
I am using these in my kitchen.
I need to find a use for old aprons. Love the attention to detail in lace and hand embroidery.
I first thought this lace might have been crochet, but I don't think so.
From the machine stitching, I believe it was homemade.
Even though the apron seemed to be well worn & laundered many times, the blue stamping is still there.
I first thought I had a couple of pieces of feed sack cloth, but instead there was roughly 7 yards of vintage fabric. What should I make from it?
Did I get my money's worth?
See more on this year's World Longest Yard Sale trip
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WW Change Over TimeMr. G's Shots
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Batting Bag Deal
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I want to go to this long yard sale one day. LeeAnna at not afraid of color
ReplyDeleteAll that for $2.00 - yes you got a lot for your money. The potholders look very nice - especially like how they are doubled and stitched together.
ReplyDeleteI love your road trip finds! The embroidery is lovely...someone put a lot of time into that one. It's so interesting to imagine the history behind the pieces you found.
ReplyDeleteHow fun to find such nice potholders and great fabric! I am thinking pillows!
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