Updated: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Specials, Sale, & Odds / Ends Items
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Shadow has some gift ideas for you!
Check out the "Basket Animals". They were made in Shanghai in the 70's.

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Use the links below to access "Pat's Stuff", Sale Books & Shaker Tape End Rolls!!!
We have recently added to these - mostly out of print books, see links below. Also, we are adding the estate of Pat Spreng's basket kits & supplies as we have time.
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Pat Spreng Estate: Kits & Parts - Pat was Jim Rutherford's sister. Many of you knew her from conventions where she was always ready to help in Jim's Vending Booth. We will be adding more to these pages as time goes by. This is a start! Her books have already been added to the Book Pages below. |
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Click on this link:
Basketry Library Book buyout
page #1
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Click on this link:
Basketry Library Book buyout
page #2
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Click on this link:
Basketry Library Book buyout
page #3
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Click on this link:
Basketry Library Book buyout
page #4
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Click on this link:
Basketry Library Book buyout
page #5
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Magazine Back Issue Page
Basket Bits; Just Patterns; Beadwork; & more...
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Shaker Tape End Rolls
1" & 5/8"
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Shaker Tape End Rolls |
Braided Horsehair Hatbands
#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6

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Horsehair Hatbands
Hand braided with natural color horse hair. Hat bands tighted around hat by pulling on tassels. We brought these home from one of our trips to Ecuador.
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Mugs
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B is for Baskets Mug
NCBA Convention 1990 - Celebrating 10 Years of Basketweaving
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"Celebrating Our Traditions" Mug
AMB Convention 2000
3 of these
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"Weaving From the Heart" Tall Mug
IBA Convention 2005
only 1
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Buttons
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Packet of 6 angel buttons
ceramic - angel is holding basket of flowers. Birdhouses sitting on wings. These would make cute tie-ons for mini baskets - or use as buttons. 1 3/8" tall x 1" wide.
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Ceramic Apple Basket
ceramic - there is slight damage to the edge on both buttons - colored in & not noticeable. These would make cute tie ons for mini baskets - or use as buttons. 1" wide x 3/4" tall
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Plastic Apple Basket Button
plastic w/ loop shank. 2 to a card. 1" wide x 7/8" tall.
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Shell Tie On / Button
1 1/2" widest x 1" tallest point
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Wood Slotted Bases Odds 'n Ends |
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3" Oak Bases - 3 of these
Most are slightly less than 3", but do vary. Thin - approx. 3/8 thick. Have pin holes where they were attached to the lathe when made.
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4" Oak Base - double slot
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6" x 5/8" Oak Base - 1 of these |
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3" x 5" Oak Racetrack Oval
approx. 3/8" thick - only 1
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5" x 7" ? wood Racetrack Oval
approx. 1/2" thick - only 1
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2" Sassafrass Base - 1 of these |
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5" Sassafrass Base
approx. 5/8" thick - only 1
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2" x 1/2" Pine Base - 1 of these |
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3 x 1/2" Pine Base - 2 of these |
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6" x 5/8" Pine Base - 1 of these |
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8" x 5/8" Pine Base - 2 of these |
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4 3/4" x 3/8" Poplar Base - 1 of these |
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2" x 3" x 3/4" Pine Racetrack Oval - 3 of these |
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2" x 4" x 3/4" Pine Racetrack Oval - 1 of these |
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3 1/2" x 7" x 5/8" Pine Racetrack Oval - 1 of these |
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6" x 10" x 5/8" VPine Racetrack Oval - 1 of these |
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5" x 1/2" Drilled Pine Base - 3 of these
2 are stained brownish; 1 is still natural
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5" Square x 1/2" - Sassafrass Base - 1 of these
holes drilled in side
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5" w x 4 1/2 h x 1/2" Pine Heart - NO SLOT - NO SIDE HOLES - probably is meant to be a stand of some sort that takes a dowel rod or something in the hole to hang an item from. |
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Nantucket Bases Odds 'n Ends |
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Cherry - 7" dia. - only 1 of these
approx. 1/2" thick - slight knicks on a small area of one edge - some fading on one side
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Polished Cotton Cord (not waxed)
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Polished Cotton Cord -
Blue Bird Brand |
.5mm - 100 meter
natural - not waxed - only 1 spool
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Mini Hot Glue Gun
Mini Hot Glue Gun |
Low Temp |
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1/2" Flat Oval Reed - damaged
1/2" Flat Oval Reed |
kinked during shipping - one piece broken, several others kinked |
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Wood Hoops
From a buyout.
Poplar - from Gibbs |
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4" x 7/16" - 4 of these |
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6" x 7/16" - 2 of these |
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8" x 7/16" - 9 of these |
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10" x 7/16" - 4 of these |
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10 x 3/4" - 1 of these |
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Gold Fibre Rush
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6/32" dia.
Slightly larger coil - approx. 300 ft. - only 1. This color is no longer being made.
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Wooden Toy Axle Pegs
Came with a buy-out. Pegs only - no caps. Sometimes used to make swing handles.
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7/32" dia.
1 3/16"" stem. 1 5/16" overall. Rounded cap
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1/4" dia.
1 1/4" stem. 1 5/8" overall. Blocky cap
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3/8" dia.
1 7/8" stem. 2 1/8" overall. Rounded cap
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Indian Flute - wooden
We bought these flutes some time ago for a project that didn't materialize. There are approximately 38 of them. If someone is interested in them all, we will sell them for $7.95 each. They originally retailed for $14.95 & that was several years ago. A flute player tried one out in our showroom one day - the flute had a beautiful sound. If interested in the "lot", please call.
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Wooden Indian Flute
pine, unfinished, needs finish sanding, nice quality
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Hoosier Pie Basket - shelf frame parts
Originally made for the Hoosier Pie Basket pattern, written by Joanie Loch during the early 90's. It was quite popular for several years. The frame features a woven top to create a shelf to set a second pie on. We just found a big box of the leg parts we forgot we had. This offer is for the entire lot. There are only legs - no dowel rod pieces. The sample rack in the photo will be included, along with the original pattern from our master file. This would be great for someone teaching or wanting to adapt the parts to a new basket.
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Hoosier Pie Basket - shelf frame parts
There are 71 - 4 leg sets. The legs are 3" tall x 1 1/8" dia. They are drilled for 1/2" dowel rods. Only the sample has the rods. Dowel rods are easily available at most hardware or lumber stores. The sample rack is 10" x 10", but the size can easily be adjusted to fit the basket by changing the length of the dowel rods. Only the legs and one sample rack are being sold. They are a package deal. The complete framework sold for $7.50 in 1993.
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Interesting Odd & Ends - One-ofs....
Usually, we take our odds 'n ends to conventions with us. Since, the conventions were cancelled for most of 2020 & for the beginning of 2021, we have gathered together these items, to offer to you! In most cases there is only one of each item. Grab them up while you can!
WigJig Tools
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WigJig Olympus
The transparent Olympus has the largest work space of any WigJig, allowing you to make large wire designs for pendants, sun catchers, paper arts designs, bracelets and much more. It is the thickest of our jigs, and works extremely well in a vise. It is clearly the jig of choice for serious wire designers. The Olympus Jig has 481 holes, 20 movable pegs (10 are 5/8" long and 10 are 3/4" long, 3/32" diameter) plus wire working tips and instructions. 5" x 5".
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WigJig Delphi
The transparent Delphi has smaller pegs and closer holes than the Olympus. Accordingly, designs made on the Delphi are smaller and more delicate. This is a great addition to the Olympus jigs since it facilitates making matching sets of jewelry. For example, smaller earring components can be made on the Delphi to match larger necklace / bracelet links made on the Olympus. It also works very well for paper arts designs. Includes jig with 181 holes, 20 metal pegs (1/16" diameter), and wire designing tips. 3" x 3".
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WigJig Cyclops
Smaller complimentary version to Electra. Smaller holes to make finer designs. 4 1/2" x 4 1/2"
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Splint Basketry 1 - Appalachian Egg Basket - by Robin Taylor Daugherty - VCR video - has not been tested, so not sure it works |
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Splint Basketry II - Spoked and Plaited Techniques- by Robin Taylor Daugherty - VCR video - has not been tested, so not sure it works |
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Traditional New England Basketmaking - by John McGuire - VCR video - has not been tested, so not sure it works |
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Basket Note Cards
no envelopes - soft green color w/ brown print
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Basket Clips
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Loom Weaver Pins
We got these along with a buyout. They are Perl Grey - pewter pins - made in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
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Shuttle
1 1/2" long x 1/4" wide
only 1 left
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Sale Waxed Linen Thread
Too Waxy Linen Thread - or otherwise just not quite right
More wax than normal, undersize spools, or dirty, etc.
4 ply waxed linen
walnut brown
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4 ply walnut brown
extra waxy - several of these
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7 ply waxed linen
lavender
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7 ply lavender
extra waxy or underweight - several of these
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7 ply waxed linen
country red
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7 ply country red
two toned - two different dyelots wound on one spool - two of these
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7 ply waxed linen
slate grey
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7 ply slate grey
two toned - two different dyelots wound on one spool - two of these
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7 ply waxed linen
olive drab
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7 ply olive drab
two toned - two different dyelots wound on one spool - one of these
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7 ply dark rust
met with misfortune & is kinked on one end
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12 ply waxed linen
light rust
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12 ply light rust
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Waxed Linen Thread Buyout
Buyout - limited quantity - almost gone!
5 ply waxed linen
black
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5 ply black
250 grams 18/5 thread - usual S twist
only 2 spools left
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Odds & Ends
There is only one of each of these.
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Pottery Cookie Mold
Could be used as a paper mold. 1993 Cotton Press
Came with a buyout of basketry items.
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Tie-on Tiles
Repurpose these tile / porcelain samples as Basket Tie-ons. Great for painting designs to commemorate special occasions. Or, use a dry erase marker to write a special message that can be wiped off & changed as you wish. Slight scratches, rubs may be on the surface of some.
samples only - no painted designs are available
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Plum
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Pink
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Beads
These beads are being closed out. There are limited amounts of most.
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Blue "angle cut" glass beads - random sizes within the strand |
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Grey
size 11 - approx. 59 grams (2 oz.)
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Red
size 11 - approx. 59 grams (2 oz.)
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Brass Plated Pins
1/2" |
18 gauge - approx. 1/2 oz. pkg (approx. 105 / bag) - these are brass plated steel
there are only 3 packages of these
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Mostly Out of Print Books
The following are mostly out-of-print books that we have been able to obtain a copy of. They are sold as is. All are used. Most are like new, but some are gently used - unless specified. There is only one copy of each of these books. These are almost gone! Don't miss out!
Books
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Crafts of America
Constance Stapleton
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A guide to the finest traditional crafts made in the United States. How they are made, who makes them, where to buy them. published: 1988 |
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Arts & Crafts of South America
Lucy Davies, Mo Fini
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"With beautiful, full-color photgraphs and a lively, informative text, the rich history and enduring legacy of South America's traditional pottery, jewelry, textiles, and other indigenous handicrafts come vividly to life in this compelling volume for travelers, collectors, an denthusiasts of native arts and crafts."
Includes a small section on Basketry, Hats, and Bags.
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Splendours of Morocco
Izza Genini, Jacques Bravo, Xavier Richer
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Hard Cover - used - good condition - sm tears on cover - large table top style book
Covers all regions of Morocco. Mostly photographs - some with baskets in the picture. Recipe section at end.
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Darien Rainforest Basketry
Margo M. Callaghan
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Black and White copy.
Baskets of the Wounaan and Embera Indians from the Darien Rainforest of Panama
cover in color, but inside photos are black and white
color version is available in Book Section - $16.99 retail
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Total Scrapbooking
Sarah Mason & Karen McIvor
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hard cover
25 themed projects with easy-to-follow instructions. Spiral-bound book stays open while you work. Create personalized gifts for special occasions.
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Closeout Patterns
These are patterns we will no longer be carrying. Some of them are almost gone!
The following are patterns only - not baskets for sale.......
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Pottery Handled Basket
(Janice Lewis)
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R, 4" dia. at base |
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Reed Wall Basket
(Grace Kabel)
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R only 1 left |
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Wrapped Warp
(Grace Kabel)
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F, FO, Cane, 5"dia. at base, 8" high |
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Miscellaneous Goodies
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Package of 3 Copper nails.
approx. 9/16" long - thought these were gone, but just found another batch.
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Thought these were gone, but just found a box of them......
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Amber Plastic Ovals - 2 oz. Bottles with "Clic-Loc" tm Child Resistant Lids
only 30 left
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Wallpaper Border
5 yd. / roll
there are 3 rolls
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Acrylic Nantucket Buttons -"1995"
5/8" dia. - could possibly be used upside down for blank side
There are also a couple of smaller buttons that have "1996" on them - 1/2" dia.
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Fancy Acrylic Nantucket Buttons -"1995"
1 3/4" dia.
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Rub-Ons
Rub these onto wider splints for decorative touch!
only a few left - final closeout!!!
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Amish
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Country / Welcome Stencils
Only shows black and white in the photo, but is in color. |
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Ducks and Geese |
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Goose Parade
Only shows black and white in the photo, but is in color. |
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