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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Handmade Shabby Chic Journal by Connie Hughes

 Handmade Shabby Chic Journal

By Connie Hughes


I know it's been a long time since I have made a post here on 
Connie's Spot a lot has happened to me since then. My 
sweet husband has been keeping my blog going for me during my
2 1/2-year battle with breast cancer. My last checkup was all clear and 
now I just have yearly checkups. I had quit posting about a year or so
before I got sick because I got really burned out and I really
 needed a break. I had no idea it would be this long. I have found 
that crocheting is very difficult for me, because of  
the joint pain I now suffer from. I have to take an 
estrogen blocker because my cancer was her2 positive. 
But I have found a new craft that I enjoy very much and 
it is much easier on my hands and fingers. The one thing
I thought was that when treatment was over I would.
be fine and back to my old self. But that didn't happen.
There are a lot of other issues you have to deal with. But
I'm alive and doing pretty well, but cancer sucks!
Now let me tell you what I've been up too!

I've made several journals; this is my newest one. 
I thought I would share it with you. 
It's now available in my Shop on ETSY for 
Only $22.99
Here's the link:
 Handmade Shabby Chic Journal 
SOLD!!

















It's now available in my Shop on ETSY for 
Only $22.99
Here's the link:
SOLD!!

I want to say my husband kept my blog going but you
all kept it alive and took me over 1 Million Page Views!
Thank you so much, it was something that really
made me happy even when I was so sick.

I was thinking of doing a video tutorial on how to make 
this journal or one like it. I know my main focus was on crochet in the past. 
So, I would love to hear your thoughts and get your feedback. 
Please share if you know someone who is into paper crafts. 

Connie Hughes 


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"Ladies & Gentlemen Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes Now available on my Etsy Shop!

"Ladies & Gentlemen Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes Now available on my Etsy Shop!
"Ladies & Gentlemen Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes, I have to say this is one of my favorites for sure. I really love this one, because it's a great size. Big enough to write on and small enough to carry inside a bag and take it with you. Now available on my Etsy Shop!

"From the Soil to the Soul Fall Harvest Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes

"From the Soil to the Soul Fall Harvest Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes
"From the Soil to the Soul Fall Harvest Journal" Handcrafted by Connie Hughes Fall is upon us, and this handcrafted journal highlights all of the beautiful colors of fall and is dedicated to this wonderful time of the year! Big enough to write on and small enough to carry inside a bag and take it with you. Now available on my Etsy Shop!!

Christmas Snow Globe Journal Handcrafted by Connie Hughes

Christmas Snow Globe Journal Handcrafted by Connie Hughes
This Christmas Snow Globe Journal is just fun to write down Your Holiday Memories, Your Christmas Wishes and More! Now available on my Etsy Shop!

Chef Basil & Rosemary Dolls Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Chef Basil & Rosemary Dolls Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
If you know someone who loves to cook or loves those chef guys like I do then you will love this super easy pattern... it's just loaded with pictures and easy instructions to follow! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Crochet Christmas Grinch Inspired Dolls & Chair Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Crochet Christmas Grinch Inspired Dolls & Chair Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
Who doesn't love this guy and this sweet little girl...and he's got his own Santa Chair to boot! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Jingle the Christmas Elf Crochet Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©

Jingle the Christmas Elf Crochet Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©
Here's Jingle the Christmas Elf© He's 30" tall perfect for display or just for hugging...he's super fun and a little quirky too! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

The Christmas Mouse Nutcracker & Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©

The Christmas Mouse Nutcracker & Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©
Christmas Mouse Nutcracker stands about 19” tall…and he really stands on his own! I added a variation so it can be a plushy doll as well. Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Bells the Christmas Elf Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©

Bells the Christmas Elf Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©
Why is she called Bells? Because she has bells from the top of her head right down to the tips of her feet! Her face is so sweet and little girls love her! She makes a Great Christmas Decoration as well. Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Gingerbread Crochet Doll Family Pattern© + Gingerbread Wreath Tutorial by Connie Hughes Designs©

Gingerbread Crochet Doll Family Pattern© + Gingerbread Wreath Tutorial by Connie Hughes Designs©
It just wouldn't be Christmas without Gingerbread...so get your hooks ready...this pattern comes with a picture tutorial for making the Christmas Gingerbread Wreath too...perfect to hang in your kitchen! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Chip & Cookie Christmas Gingerbread Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©

Chip & Cookie Christmas Gingerbread Doll Pattern© by Connie Hughes Designs©
"Christmas Lantern Pattern" Now Included!! Turn on your ovens it's Gingerbread time. This is "Chip & Cookie Christmas Gingerbread Dolls", and they are 25" Tall!! They are perfect for display, or you can simply make adorable plush dolls...the pattern comes with a step-by-step picture tutorial...and honestly you won't believe how easy they are to make! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Crochet Christmas Gingerbread House Connies Portable Doll House Halloween Haunted House Patterns©

Crochet Christmas Gingerbread House Connies Portable Doll House Halloween Haunted House Patterns©
by Connie Hughes Designs© Pattern includes All Three Houses Plus All Crochet Accessories Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included.

Crochet Christmas Soda Pop Bottle Lantern Patterns© by Connie Hughes Designs©

Crochet Christmas Soda Pop Bottle Lantern Patterns© by Connie Hughes Designs©
Crochet Christmas Lantern Collection! Santa Claus, Snowman and of course an Elf. Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Henry Hugglemonster Inspired Hats Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Henry Hugglemonster Inspired Hats Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
These hats are all toddler sizes and the little baby one is 3 to 6 months! One pattern makes all 6 of these hats!! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Caillou Inspired Crochet Doll, Cat & Hat Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Caillou Inspired Crochet Doll, Cat & Hat Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
It's a Doll, a Hat, and a Cat!! This pattern is all 3 packed into 1. I've had Customers ask me if I would make something for little boys as well as the girls...so I thought that this was a good one since he appeals to both girls & boys! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Prince Alvary© Princess Amelia© Dolls & the Castle Blanket Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Prince Alvary© Princess Amelia© Dolls & the Castle Blanket Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
Prince Alvary© Doll Measures 12 ½” Princess Amelia© Doll Measures 11 ½” The Castle Blanket Measures about 28” X 21” This Pattern is for both dolls & the Castle Blanket! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Spike & Pinky© Monster Rock Band Doll Pattern© + Matching Hats Pattern By Connie Hughes Designs©

Spike & Pinky© Monster Rock Band Doll Pattern© + Matching Hats Pattern By Connie Hughes Designs©
This pattern covers everything pictured above. The Dolls, Guitar, Full Drum Set and the Matching Rocker Monster Hats! Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included

Handbag Baby Bow Satchel Purse Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©

Handbag Baby Bow Satchel Purse Pattern© By Connie Hughes Designs©
Handbag Baby Bow Satchel Purse Pattern© One Pattern Two Unique Purses!! Pattern is Fun-Easy! Perfect for girls ages 4 & Up, Instant Digital Download: 1 PDF included