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December 15, 2010

BRRR!!!

Fingerless gloves have become one of my favorite winter items.  
Here is a pair that I embellished with some felt flowers and vintage rhinestones.

 Look for old wool sweaters at the thrift store and felt them by washing in hot water.  They can then easily be cut up with no fraying edges.
Happy day!
xojanis
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30 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 15, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    ...LOVE THIS!!!!
    I just so happen to have an accidentally shrunk sweater and this is exactly what I'm going to do with it!!
    Thanks for the inspiration:)
    xo, Rosemary

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  2. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 15, 2010 at 1:28 PM

    What a great idea, I never thought about washing wool sweaters to achieve that look.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  3. the old white houseDecember 15, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    Those are wonderful, I especially love the flowers with the bling! Theresa xoxo

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  4. The Passionate HomeDecember 15, 2010 at 1:57 PM

    I'll take a pair of those Janis! You are so amazing! So beautiful! C

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  5. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsDecember 15, 2010 at 2:19 PM

    Ohhh my gosh I just LOVE
    those precious felt flowers.
    I have seen felting and just
    really need to try it ~
    I love the bling in the middle
    too!

    xoxo
    Lori

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  6. AnaDecember 15, 2010 at 2:22 PM

    Gorgeous! I want a pair :-)Will be keeping an eye out for those wool sweaters...great idea, but then have you ever had a bad one? You're sooo creative and talented.
    Have a wonderful day my friend.

    Chocolate Kisses and Warm Hugs,
    ♥Ana

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  7. UnknownDecember 15, 2010 at 2:30 PM

    So very pretty and feminine.
    I love those..
    thanks for sharing your creativity..
    blessings,
    glenda

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  8. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmDecember 15, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Oh Janis, I love these! And I've been buying up wool sweaters too. What a great girlfriend gift for Christmas...mind if I give them a try??? Thanks for more beautiful inspiration! Laurel

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  9. debDecember 15, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    I love all your ideas!!!

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  10. UnknownDecember 15, 2010 at 4:01 PM

    really? wash sweaters in hot water and they turn out like THAT?? I never knew but oh my...i am off to the SA tomorrow to scoop some up and give it a try! TFS! Your gloves are beautifully adorned with these sweater rosettes!

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  11. Gracie's CottageDecember 15, 2010 at 4:15 PM

    Great idea, and so pretty!

    Jan

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  12. Gracie's CottageDecember 15, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    So beautiful...like waking up in a fairy cave!

    Jan

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  13. raggygirlvintageDecember 15, 2010 at 5:20 PM

    Very classy Janis, I hope you'll wear them with flair!!
    Tracey

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  14. CassieDecember 15, 2010 at 5:42 PM

    Oh yum! Are those for sale?

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  15. Julie MarieDecember 15, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    Oooh Janis, those are so pretty, I would love a pair!... wish I was a talented crafter like you... xoxo Julie Marie

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  16. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 15, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    Burrr, it is cold here in Florida also! I love those gloves! The flowers are sooo cute, do you have a tutorial somewhere on how to make them?

    Carol

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  17. AnonymousDecember 15, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    HI Janis,
    Your gloves are gorgeous!! The felt flowers really make them quite stunning! I also adore your glittery angel wings in your last post, just perfect!!
    I hope you having a very happy holiday season.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  18. Ticking and ToileDecember 15, 2010 at 8:05 PM

    oh my goodness Janis.....you are a creative genius.....totally adorable!! Love love love them!!

    xo,
    Shellagh

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  19. kathi @ traybellaDecember 15, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    love the flowers with the bit of bling on them. and your new chandy....speechless! i'm so jealous! ;)
    kathi

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  20. LynneDecember 15, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    So elegant...I'm going to embellish some gloves for our trip to Whistler...They will look chic when sipping a hot beverage out by the fire at the Fairmount! *L*

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  21. Faded CharmDecember 15, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    what a great idea and they will be a one of a kind.

    Hope you are enjoying the holiday sesaon. I have to admit it is just flying right by me this year.

    Take care,

    Kathleen

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  22. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeDecember 15, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    They are so pretty... and love the flowers!!! Thanks for sharing.
    Blessings~~ Daphne

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  23. Les CotrionsDecember 16, 2010 at 1:30 AM

    They are faboulous and what a great idea!
    Happy week end!
    Vale

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  24. KateDecember 16, 2010 at 8:31 AM

    Janis
    Only you can make fingerless gloves so posh and stylish!!! Those are absolutely gorgeous!!

    warm wishes to you
    xo
    Kate

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  25. RustydivaDecember 16, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! Oh did I say LOVE?! Also love the addition of the bling ~ I want some ~ right now!

    Kenda

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  26. PamelaDecember 16, 2010 at 1:42 PM

    Beautiful Janis. You are so creative!
    Pamela xo

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  27. time worn interiorsDecember 17, 2010 at 4:46 AM

    I would wear these gloves for sure! Love um!
    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  28. Sandi~A Cottage MuseDecember 17, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    How pretty and I love the bling you added!

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  29. very merry vintage styleDecember 23, 2010 at 4:22 PM

    love those pretty gray flowers with rhinestones!

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  30. GretchenDecember 27, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    These are the most gorgeous fingerless gloves I've seen. THe felt flowers and rhinestone bling are exquisite! Love, love, love them.
    And to think I gave my sil an entire tote filled with already boiled wool shrunk sweaters. :( Argh!

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