Rosa-Munda: Christmas Preparation

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Monday, 19 December 2011

Preparing for the Nativity of the Lord!

God saw the world falling to ruin because of fear and immediately invited it by grace,

preserved it by love and embraced it with compassion.

St Peter Chrysologus

Hope you are enjoying your Christmas preparations!

Friends who inspire me

Larder Love

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Mastering the satin stitch embroidery on knits with the PFAFF creative icon 2 - Learn how to stitch crisp satin embroidery on knits with the PFAFF creative icon 2. Discover stabilizer tips, interfacing choices, and techniques for smoot...
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Susan Branch Blog

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Summer Speed - Hello! Just popping in very quickly in amongst wrapping a big parcel, making a packed lunch, sorting laundry, dashing out to the shops, and packing for a f...
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Applique School Center and Finishing - Hello Friends! The center block and finishing instructions are ready! Just in time to tell Santa! You can find them here: Applique School Center and Finishing
Timotei

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MessyJesse

Churn Dash Quilt Block Pattern - Hello readers! The Churn Dash quilt block is such a simple but effective block. Always a classic. I have two construction methods to share with you toda...
Life Under Quilts

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The Patchwork Heart

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Mrs Sew n' sew

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Mrs Sew and Sow.....

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stitchclothcolour

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mairuru

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Threads of Loveliness

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HenHouse

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Monday, 19 December 2011

Preparing for the Nativity of the Lord!

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