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Being a Writer

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Published: Mar 19, 2010

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Ahhh, I finished~

Only took forever D: It's meant to look like an iris, but even if it dosen't... XD

Made for the Emilie Autumn concert I'm going to tonight <3 So excited!

Made like one would fairie wings, with wire, stockings and a lot of sewing around the edges. And paint!

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