What do you like to make with yo-yos?
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What do you like to make with yo-yos?
I received a large kitchen size trash bag of yo-yo's. I would say they are the small size yo-yos made from scraps, so I have a variety of fabrics and colors. Some are in sandwich Zip-lock bags that are the same fabric (8-10 yo-yos to a bag). I have embellished quilts with yo-yos by stitching around the outer edges so the center of the yo-yo pops out a bit, like a flower. I would like to hear what others are making with their yo-yo's.
As always, Thanks for your help!
As always, Thanks for your help!
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Thanks for the smile popover, I think I would do the same thing. But, back to copy cat, my favorite pattern I have seen with yo yo's is a pineapple display that was framed. Brown/gold yo yos were sewn into a pineapple shape with green leaves appliqued on. Really cute gift idea.
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Trip Around the World quilt top (any size), pillows, throws, embellishments (use a pretty button in the center to cover the hole)...If you think of it, it probably can be made using yo-yos. I've seen vests, scarves and jackets made from them, too.
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Thanks for the great ideas. I like hearing from the board members because they are so talented and generous to share their project ideas. I love pinterest for inspiration,too.
I forgot to mention, that my cat's favorite toy is a yo-yo with a pom-pom sewn in the center. He bats it around like a hockey puck all day long...great exercise.
I forgot to mention, that my cat's favorite toy is a yo-yo with a pom-pom sewn in the center. He bats it around like a hockey puck all day long...great exercise.
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Thank you for the tips!
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I have seen dolls and animals made from them. The yo-yo's are used for the arms and legs by stacking them and stringing through the center.
Here is my favorite yo-yo quilt: http://allthingsshabbyandbeautiful.t...st/47988255248
Here is my favorite yo-yo quilt: http://allthingsshabbyandbeautiful.t...st/47988255248
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Make Christmas cards for all your quilting friends with red yo yos in a pot for poinsettias, green ones in the shape of a Chrustmas tree etc. Use a line of them and embroidered hooks above them on a mantel scarf to suggest Christmas ornaments. Sew them together in long rows for garlands for your Christmas tree.
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