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  Napkin-Fold Pillow Cases

  Brighten outdoor spaces with decorative pillows made from cloth napkins.

  How to Make Napkin-Fold Pillow Cases

  Next: Gardener's Apron

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  Gardener's Apron

  The nature-inspired motif on this oilcloth gardener's apron is suitable for wearing when working with plants.

  Make a Gardener's Apron

  Next: Reversible Purse

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  Reversible Purse

  This simple reversible purse is a wonderful project for beginning and advanced sewers alike.

  How to Make a Reversible Purse

  Next: Button-Up Window Shade

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  Button-Up Window Shade

  This simple shade is quickly and easily sewn and can be raised to two heights to let in varying amounts of light. All you need is French ticking, raw linen, twill tape, and buttons.

  Make a Button-Up Window Shade

  Next: Outdoor Pillows

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  Outdoor Pillows

  Those inexpensive vinyl tablecloths are good for more than just picnics -- they make great material for pillows that are easy to clean.

  How to Make Outdoor Pillows

  Next: Handkerchief Valance

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  Handkerchief Valance

  The tailored look of men's handkerchiefs can add punch to more than just pockets. Turn a set of new hankies or pristine vintage ones into a valance.

  Make a Handkerchief Valance

  Next: Oilcloth Lunch Bag

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  Oilcloth Lunch Bag

  The same oilcloth that covers your kitchen table can transport your children's lunches -- or your own -- in leak-free style.

  Oilcloth Lunch Bag How-To

  Next: Stitched Carryall

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  Stitched Carryall

  This carryall is as stylish as it is sturdy, thanks to a simple pattern in threads of varying colors and textures.

  Make a Stitched Carryall

  Next: "Homegrown" Tomato Pincushions

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  "Homegrown" Tomato Pincushions

  These whimsical sewing-box staples are just as sweet as garden-grown tomatoes, and you don't have to wait until summer to enjoy them.

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  Next: Pillowcase Bag

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  Pillowcase Bag

  Give an orphaned pillowcase a new home -- over your shoulder.

  Learn How to Make a Pillowcase Bag

  Next: Raffia Window Curtain

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  Raffia Window Curtain

  A series of small, tufted raffia bow ties, stitched with matching thread onto a sheer curtain, instantly raises a window's sunniness quotient.

  Raffia Window Curtain How-To

  Next: Button Bag

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  Button Bag

  Inspired by the basic brown paper bag, these small totes are made of canvas or linen.

  How to Make a Button Bag

  Next: Knee Pad

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  Knee Pad

  Weeding and thinning are hard work, and your knees are always the first to go. Spare them with this smart cushion. Our pad is made of Sunbrella, a sturdy, water-repellent acrylic available in a wide selection of colors.

  Knee Pad How-To

  Next: T-Shirt Bag

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  T-Shirt Bag

  Turning an old T-shirt into a reusable shopping or grocery bag is a simple, clever craft to help everyone be "green."

  Make a T-Shirt Bag

  Next: Hen-Shaped Egg Cozies

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  Hen-Shaped Egg Cozies

  Egg cozies shaped like hens will have brunch guests flocking to the table at Easter.

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