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Making me smile...

Finding thrifted craft supplies always makes me smile, as does putting them to good use. Like this thread and these vintage buttons. One is hopefully to be a gift and the others are the perfect finishing touch. 

Having new cushions on the lounge makes me smile. A couple of happy hours of ironing, cutting, pinning and sewing, in exchange for a new look for the lounge room.

Japanese craft books always make me smile. Cute little designs. Lovely photographs. Funny uses of language ("Private time for favorite handicrafts" is my favorite.) Pot Holder pattern from this book.