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DIY Fabric Yo-Yo Workshop

Looking for a relaxing, screen-free project that sparks creativity? Learn how to make charming fabric yo-yos — also known as Suffolk puffs — in this cozy, on-demand workshop.

You’ll learn how to:

  • 🧵 Stitch yo-yos by hand and with a tool

  • 🧵 Choose the right fabrics (hello, scraps!)

  • 🧵 Use them in creative ways — from gift toppers to wreaths

You’ll get instant access to the workshop replay and a printable step-by-step guide, perfect for crafting at your own pace.

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A Bathroom with Personality: Inside the Country Peony Studio Bathroom

Step inside the tiniest room in the Country Peony Studio—our 60-square-foot bathroom bursting with vintage charm, feminine flair, and thoughtful details. From floral wallpaper and peach wainscoting to a custom hex tile floor and a Victorian tin ceiling, this small space proves that great style comes in petite packages. See how each sweet detail came together to create a bathroom with big personality!

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My Favorite Scissors for Every Crafting Need

Discover the best scissors for every type of crafting project—from fabric and yarn to embroidery and paper. As a professional crafter, I’m sharing my favorite tools, including Clover, Gingher, Fiskars, and vintage finds, plus why using the right scissors matters. Perfect for sewists, DIYers, and creative makers!

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What Is a Cutter Quilt? And How Do I Find Them?

A cutter quilt is a vintage, worn-out quilt that's no longer usable on a bed—but perfect for repurposing into beautiful handmade items like quilt jackets, vests, stockings, tote bags, and pillows.

In this post, I share how my love for cutter quilts began, inspired by my grandmothers’ quilting legacy. I also reveal where I source these treasures—estate sales, thrift stores, and Facebook Marketplace—and why I prefer seeing them in person to check for wear, scent, and color.

If you're curious about how to give old quilts new life, this is your guide to sourcing and creating with cutter quilts!

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Thrifted vs. Styled: Vintage Milk Glass Bottles Turned Spring Centerpiece Magic

Discover how to turn thrifted vintage milk glass bottles into a beautiful spring centerpiece in this easy DIY tutorial! Learn how to clean, prep, and style vintage milk bottles with fresh flowers like daffodils and chamomile—perfect for spring home decor, Easter tablescapes, or farmhouse-inspired vignettes. This budget-friendly, beginner-friendly project blends vintage charm with seasonal blooms to create a stunning statement piece for your table. Thrifted vs. styled has never looked so lovely!

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Not All Thrift Stores Are Created Equal: My Top Thrifting Tips

One of the questions I get asked most often is: “How do you find so many good things at the thrift store?” And my answer always starts the same way—not all thrift stores are created equal.

In today’s post, I’m sharing the simple tips I’ve learned over the years that help me find joy and inspiration while thrifting—whether I come home with a basket full of treasures or just fresh ideas for a future DIY. From shopping around to finding “your store,” to chatting with volunteers and staying open-minded, these are the tried-and-true ways I make the most of every thrifting adventure.

If you love the charm of vintage pieces and the thrill of a good find, I hope this encourages you to head out with curiosity, creativity, and patience. Because sometimes, the real treasure isn’t what you bring home—it’s the inspiration you gather along the way.

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