And the song, from beginning to end,
I found in the heart of a friend.
-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
When
I think of December, I think of the holidays that are almost upon us, catching
up with friends, the lazy balmy nights, the swimming pool and chatting with my hubby and boys,
no time limits.......ah.....it sounds nice and relaxing to me. As the Christmas season is
approaching rapidly, I have put my handmade gifts aside, wrapped ready to go to
the ones I love. Christmas is such a busy
time that sometimes we get lost in the chaos and forget to enjoy the occasion.
This year I am enjoying the slower pace and have surprised myself with how
together I have managed to be!! Lol.
Last
week I made a yoyo
wreath, this week I made a styro wreath and what fun I had.......I purchased
the coloured balls and hot glued them to a ply wood ring that I had in my
sewing shed. Grabbed some ribbon and threaded it through the two holes drilled
at the top.
A little wire ribbon angel......
I am going to add a gold button to the front of
her, and
perhaps some eyes??
Cute hey?
Want the pattern? Click here.
Though
we are really warming up weather wise, I love the
idea of knitted mitts on the Christmas tree......
Click
here for the free pattern.
Oh
and now, just off the track a bit....lol....that’s me all
over....I dabbled
with a bit more crocheting. I found this on
gorgeous Pinterest and couldn’t
help but love the
popcorn
stitch.
A cute throw in the making.
Click here for the pattern.
As Heather the feather doesn't have the internet, it is safe
to show you the shoe bag I have made for her as a gift.
I'm just loving myself silly here. This is such an
appropriate gift for Imelda Marcos Heather. Just need to
add the draw string and some beads.
Out
the backyard I managed to grab one of the chicks
from this year’s hatching.
Man, she’s gotta do something
about those hairy legs!!!
......and
there’s Chester, just looking back at me to make
sure I’ve kept my distance. He’s
sweet though, he
walks
away really fast when I come towards him...he’s still in
charge!!! Lol
Discovered
this glorious white carnation flowering in the front yard. Too lovely.
How
is your weekend going gals? Hope you’re having the
best time. I’ll chat again
soon.
Cheers, Anita.
6 comments:
Hot glue and I do not get along at all. And I've had styrofoam melt on me. I strung balls on a wire hanger and it came out great for a wreath. While you are looking forward to warm, balmy days, we are hoping for a more mild Dec. with no snow or ice cold like last year.
So enjoyed reading your post and well done on being so organised and ready to enjoy the season :)
Thanks for sharing the free patterns too.
Finally my weekend is getting a little wet!
love those wee mittens and as usual you have kept busy..
hmm maybe a wax for mumma chook lol and chester is gorgeous....
Love the look of your new throw
Sounds like a very relaxed and new you!!
Lots of fun happening with all your Christmas goodies.
I think the knitted mittens will look lovely on the tree and the shoe bag for Heather is a wonderful idea.
Just make sure you keep those chooks in line!!
My week is not near as lovely as yours, you are so prepared.
Hugs,
Meredith
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