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Thursday, March 3, 2016

Reuse and Repurpose

I love to collect small quilt blocks and have always thought about reusing them and incorporating them in some way into one of my handmades.
I decided to give it a try the other day while working in my studio.
I picked out an old quilt block from my pile and tried to find a few fabrics that looked like they would have been used along side this block.  I decided to create a hanging and I'm very happy with how it turned out.  I can't wait to made a few more of these.


I felt real satisfaction to know that I reused a piece of something someone a long time ago put a lot of love and time into.  Yes, it's a bit tattered and torn, but that's part of the charm of an old piece. 
Wishing you a day of peace and satisfaction!
Smiles, ~Nan

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15 comments:

  1. old crowMarch 3, 2016 at 4:39 PM

    Just lovely!! You did a beautiful job!!
    Mona

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  2. Julie - My Primitive HeartMarch 3, 2016 at 4:46 PM

    Hi Nan,
    It is really wonderful!!! Perfect way to re-purpose those amazing pieces!!
    Enjoy your week!
    Warm Hugs~
    Julie

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  3. KateMarch 3, 2016 at 4:52 PM

    It's a beauty, Nan!

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  4. Robin in VirginiaMarch 3, 2016 at 5:03 PM

    Great finish, Nan! And a fabulous way to reuse/repurpose older handwork.

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  5. Rugs and PugsMarch 3, 2016 at 5:12 PM

    WONDERFUL!!!

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  6. Three Sheep StudioMarch 3, 2016 at 6:10 PM

    Beautiful. I like how your mind thinks ;)
    Rose

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  7. Natasha March 3, 2016 at 6:39 PM

    Beautiful.... I am all for reusing and repurposing. That's lovely Nan!

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  8. janMarch 3, 2016 at 6:55 PM

    Absolutely love it, Nan. ...jan

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  9. HomeSpunPrimsMarch 3, 2016 at 7:51 PM

    It's beautiful, Nan! You did a perfect job picking out fabrics. Looks like an antique piece. Hugs, Lori

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  10. Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri Malinovich)March 3, 2016 at 9:59 PM

    That turned out great, Nan! I'd gladly hang one anywhere in my home.

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  11. wranglerkateMarch 4, 2016 at 11:57 AM

    Love your hanging pocket! It's beautiful. Really a great idea.

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  12. UnknownMarch 5, 2016 at 10:02 AM

    What a wonderful idea!!!!

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  13. EleMarch 5, 2016 at 10:56 AM

    That's really beautiful, what a clever idea

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  14. Robin at The Primitive HutchMarch 7, 2016 at 10:27 AM

    Such a creative soul you are and such a lovely piece Nan!
    Many Blessings
    Robin

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  15. Dennis BartonJuly 19, 2016 at 11:31 PM

    Good job Nan! That’s an excellent way to re-purpose those amazing pieces. At least you have a nice way of reusing old stuff especially those that meant a lot to some people a long time ago. It is inspiring how you put the old pieces together.

    Keep up the good work!

    Warm Hugs!

    Dennis Barton @ Chand's Disposal

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