One for the road

We are heading to Austin in the morning to celebrate Christmas with my sister's family. Just when I thought I was done, right?! So I'm back at the sewing machine to whip up a couple of last minute gifts. I really don't want to face the stores again, so I'm using what I have at home.

Everyone is stamping on muslin & I love it, so I came up with a little idea for some tea towels.

I started with some great stamps from Stampington, tea stained muslin, & plain dish towels from Target.  I think I paid $4 for 6 of them, I've used them in so many projects.

I torn the muslin & left edges raw. I like this look.

I used the Ranger archival ink in sepia, the label says it's waterproof.

Pressing after helps to seal the ink. Be careful not to slide the iron on the muslin, just lift and press.

I think they turned out pretty cute. They would also be great as a little gift bag, just fold over & add a drawstring at the top.

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On Christams Eve I got this cool package from Cherry over at Cherrys Jubilee.  I sent her some silhouettes & she sent me.............

For Valentines Day...

For everyday...

For Christmas....

And a bunch of goodies wrapped up in a sweet little doily.

Cherry is one of the first blogs I found 3 years ago when I discovered this magical world.

 I was immediately drawn to the bright & happy cottage style that she incorporates into her home & art.  Needless to say, I was honored when she asked me to trade with her.  That's whats so cool about blogging, 3 years ago I found her site & this year we traded handmade gifts. Thank you Cherry!