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Sewing is a craft I am ashamed to say I have yet to master. Alright, I'll admit it--I stink. But for those of you talented ladies and gents looking for some fun patterns for your kiddos, check out winterpeach's shop full of lovely pdf patterns starting at just $4.00. The top onesie looks like something I could manage to put together for my little guy. Might take a whack at it, if I'm brave enough to whip out my machine. I also think the drawstring bear bag is too adorable! My daughter would have so much fun with him.

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iThe damask is a bold, reversible pattern created by weaving. Originating in the Middle Ages, it got its name from the city of Damascus, Syria. Damasks from this time usually had several colors, including the use of metallic threads, and had a display of animals, people, plants, and other pictures. For samples of early damasks, click here. Today, more modern damasks feature solid, bold colors with geometric shapes. Below are some great pieces by fellow Etsiers.

Gwyneth Collection by FIAZCO $70.00

Posh Printable Place Cards by ThePoshEvent $3.50

Reusable Wall Stencil by CuttingEdgeStencils $42.95

Damask Laptop Decal by studiojk $6.00

Damask Collar Necklace by TillyBloom $27.50

Uptown Damask Lamp and Shade by SparrowsNest1 $80.00

All the items can be found on Etsy. More history on damasks can be found here.