Category Archives: Copycat

Antropology knockoff

Posted on January 27, 2016 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

I usually stay away from all things Antrhopology, mostly because of the prices of their stuff. But I came across a pair of earrings the other day and was instantly inspired. http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/jewelry-earrings/24711855.jsp#/ But it’s almost $200 and not available. And … Continue reading →

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Crochet beard part 1

Posted on October 3, 2014 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

I started the crochet beard today. Using the pattern I as a basic guide. I started by making a chain a little over 9 inches long, and marking where I wanted the mouth opening with paper clips. I did a … Continue reading →

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DIY Nutella & Go

Posted on June 17, 2014 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

My kids love Nutella & Go. (If you haven’t heard of it, they are basically handi-snacks with Nutella instead of cheese) But at about $1.50 each they are much too expensive to buy as more than just a treat. But … Continue reading →

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Copycat refashion shorts finished!

Posted on July 24, 2013 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

After touching up the paint and letting it dry I removed the freezer paper stencils.   Then of course I tried on my finished refashion. I really like how these turned out but I will probably only wear them around … Continue reading →

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Copycat refashion shorts 2

Posted on July 23, 2013 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

I decided that the stars looked a little light so I added some black to my watered down paint, and painted over them again. Once they were dry I removed the freezer paper, some of the paint bled under the … Continue reading →

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Copycat refashion shorts 1

Posted on July 22, 2013 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

While browsing http://www.oldnavy.com I found these shorts. I don’t know why I like them so much but I wasn’t about to spend $20. (sale price at the first time I saw them) But Old Navy pants and shorts never fit … Continue reading →

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Copycat refashioned sweater

Posted on October 5, 2012 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

I started with this sweater from a rummage sale. I didn’t really like the collar and it would have covered the bows I planned to put on it. So I folded it to the inside and sewed it down. Then … Continue reading →

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Pot holders take 2

Posted on October 3, 2012 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

In case you haven’t seen the other pot holders I made you can refresh your memory here https://alwaystimetoprocraftinate.wordpress.com/2012/09/26/clearing-my-sewing-table/ After using them more than one time they clearly wouldn’t hold up to long term use becouse of the fact that I … Continue reading →

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Almost ready to copy

Posted on October 1, 2012 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

My daughter loved this sweater when she saw it at Target. No matter how cute a sweater I have no intentions of paying $17 for something that will only be worn a handfull of times before it is outgrown. I … Continue reading →

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Another one for swimsuit

Posted on September 6, 2012 by alwaystimetoprocraftinate

After I got the pattern for the swimsuit I started looking for fabric, I found a site http://www.spandexworld.com and they had a request samples option. Since the samples were free I ordered the max of 9. My girl really likes … Continue reading →

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