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    Old 05-23-2011, 06:34 AM
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    I was fortunate to receive these pin cushions from my late MIL collection..

    I love these..
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    Cute itty bitty tape measure in the 'wheel'
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    P-I-N-C-U-S-H-I-O-N.. How cute it that?!?!?
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    the phone has an itty bitty tape measure as well..
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    Who wouldnt love a face like that?!?!?
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    and my FAVORITE ONE...
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    Remove his head/eyes and you have scissors.. It is made of brass..
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    Old 05-23-2011, 06:36 AM
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    They are cute and clever with the tape being in the base
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    Old 05-23-2011, 06:42 AM
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    So awesome. Love them.
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    Old 05-23-2011, 06:43 AM
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    Those are really cool. I also like the owl the best. Who would have thought to make something like these.
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    Old 05-23-2011, 06:46 AM
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    I just love them all... I have a soft spot for figural tape measure anyway!
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    Old 05-23-2011, 07:08 AM
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    Very cool!
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    Old 05-23-2011, 07:24 AM
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    Those are so cute. I don't know which one I like the best....they are all darling.
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    Old 05-23-2011, 07:27 AM
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    I love the last two - so cute! I have an old one from my mom that your little guy reminds me of. It's an elephant with the pin cushion on it's back.
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    Old 05-23-2011, 07:29 AM
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    What a wonderful collection!
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    Old 05-23-2011, 07:51 AM
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    What beautiful treasures! Love them all :D:D:D
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