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	Make your bows

coconutshell

10-6-2009 8:46 AM

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how-to, bow, wrapping, presents, gifts, recycle

coconutshell says:

I can't believe it's that simple. I think my decorating needs are set for the coming holidays (i.e. gift-wrapping.)

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10-7-2009 10:16 AM

bignosemousie

Information I can use. Thanks Coco.

10-7-2009 10:59 AM

Antara

i have this blog on my rss feeds list

10-7-2009 11:04 AM

bignosemousie

Haha, I didn't even notice the source site. I know this woman.

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