On Thu, 5 Nov 2009 09:17:06 -0800 (PST), Kalmia wrote:

On Oct 1, 6:09*pm, "Bruce Fletcher (remove dentures to reply)"
wrote:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8283615.stm
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Bruce Fletcher
Stronsay, Orkney UK
http://claremont.islandblogging.co.uk
"Resistance is NOT futile, it's voltage divided by current"

The last time I was in a Joann Fabrics, the line for the cutting table
was longer than I've ever seen. I think a lot are back to making
their clothes, or at least for kids.

Money is tight for a lot of folks. They may be making clothing for the family,
just making holiday outfits, or they might be making gifts. I was in line for
fabric to be cut behind some people that thought zig-zagging the edge of plush
would make good blankets for Christmas gifts. I did not have the heart to tell
them how much the plush will stretch if you are not very careful. I stretch the
plush on dress hem lines to have the lettuce leaf finish. Yes, the plush makes
nice warm dresses or overdresses. Great for people who chill easily.