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CROWNING GLORY

Congratulations to the 2023 @rockislandcountyfairqueen winners! Check out these beuatiful ornaments we made for them to recognize their big win. We craft crowns in a variety of woods and acryl …
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SEWING SLEEVEBOARD COVERS - SIMPLE?

We have been covering ironing boards and sleeve boards for over 15 years. Like the old Virginia Slim slogan, "You've come a long way baby", ironing boards have come a long way and evolved since they w …
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ADD SOME SPICE TO YOUR LIFE

Add some spice to your life . . . well actually herbs but "add some herbs to your life" does not really make any sense. Plant Markers/Garden Stakes are one of our most popular items and we have low …
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​HANGIN' OUT

Spring is finally here (which is likely more exciting for us on the East Coast) and folks are beginning to hang out! Their laundry that is! A clothesline strung between 2 trees or posts, lots of cl …
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TRADITIONAL TREE OF LIFE MEETS TECHNOLOGY

When I first purchased a Co2 laser way back when, one of our first projects was to engrave a beautiful tree of life design on a stair's newel post cap. The Tree of Life rights owner is one of the f …
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MAHJONG INSTEAD OF BRIDGE?

I remember growing up in the 50's and 60's where every Wednesday night was my parents' bridge night. When it was our week to host, we would setup our fancy card tables and chairs, make the snacking …
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