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Sewing for the kitchen

I have a few sewing projects in the works right now (mostly items to spice up my kitchen).  I have chosen fabric from the new Early Bird collection by Cosmo Cricket.

I love these prints!  They are so much fun.

Want some ideas to spice up your kitchen?  Go check out Spice Up Your Kitchen Link Roundup.

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