Whilst browsing the web tonight I found this lovely card which sums up what I would love to receive from my husband this year. Since he bought his iphone it is barely out of his hand, that’s if he’s not on the laptop. I was trying to get him to discuss our birth plan this…
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Crafty books
I was lucky enough to receive some new craft books for Christmas. Added to my extensive ‘craft’ shelf I now have a copy of Sew by Cath Kidston and Making Chidren’s Clothes by Emma Hardy. I also got a copy of the Sewing 2010 day to day calendar which will hopefully inspire me to use…
Handmade gifts
I managed to make a couple of handmade gifts for Christmas presents this year. First of all I made this tree from some patchwork hexagons and framed it for my mum. It was completely inspired by this photo on flickr by the very talented Liesl. Then I attempted this doorstop from Clothkits which I picked…
Advent
Every year Julia gives you the chance to win a homemade something during Advent. I’m sure it will be better than my sewing (see last year’s stocking below) so pop on over and join in!
Felt elf clogs
Ages ago I came across a cute tutorial to make these elf clogs and it has taken my years to actually make them. However this weekend we were off to visit an aunt and I always make her something for Christmas. So I thought it was time I tackled this little project. Then I was…
More hand sewing
I’m not sure how seasonal penguins really are but that didn’t stop me making these: Cute, aren’t they? Made from a make-your-own kit from paper and string. I love the kits she makes! Sarah, please make some more!
Felt Rudolph decoration
I made these adorable reindeer from a kit bought from Sarah at Paper and String. There were so simple to make and will look great on the Christmas tree – as long as I can keep the kittens away from them!
Nordic House Christmas Ornament
Continuing the theme of Christmas then, as we’ve decided it’s not too early to mention it… I made a lovely ornament using this tutorial from the Orange Flower: Sketchbook blog. What do you think? I hope my swap partner likes it 🙂
Is it too early to mention Christmas?
No? Good. A couple of weeks ago I made some cute felt ornaments for a swap. They were originally flat but looked rubbish so I added some filling: