Each year a friend of mine does an ornament exchange. I wanted to make something unique and cute, but simple since I needed to make 28. I like how this little tree turned out. For the exchange I wrapped the tree around a brown glittery "icicle" I found at walmart. They would also be cute wrapped around cinnamon sticks. For our “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“ I wanted to crochet most of the ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Candy Canes
Candy canes add color to any Christmas tree and there are many patterns available. This one by Yarnspirations is my favorite and is super simple to make. It adds a nice touch to our “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“. Materials Needed Yarn: Worsted weight in white and red Crochet Hook: Size F; This is one size smaller than the pattern calls for. I used it to make a tighter and smaller ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Sheep
Since I first shared this sheep ornament several years ago as part of my Countdown Calendar, it has been a favorite applique for many things too. I love when I find a project that is not only adorable, but the pattern is well written and easy to follow. This is one of those projects. I hope you will love making this little guy. This cute little sheep by Fiber Flux jumped out at me one night ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Holly
Little projects like this are ones I like to keep on hand (or pinned). It makes a cute applique for beanies, headbands, hand towels, bags and more. It also would be a nice pin, the perfect handmade touch for a gift basket or package. When I planned the “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“ I asked for ornament suggestions. Several people suggested holly and berries so I searched for an ornament ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Wreath
This wreath, with the cute bow, is a nice addition to our "Countdown to Christmas Calendar". It is so quick and easy. It would be great to have on hand to tie on packages and gift baskets. I have always wanted to try adding one to a beanie or headband. I think that would be cute. MATERIALS Yarn: Worsted weight in green and red Crochet Hook: Size G (pattern calls for a smaller hook, but I ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Santa
My oldest son's favorite ornament to put on our advent calendar is Santa. Nicolas was born December 1st and always thought he was named after St. Nick. After searching through many wonderful Santa ornaments for our "Countdown to Christmas Calendar", I came across this one and loved it. Thanks to Debi of Dly's Hooks and Yarn for a fun little Santa. MATERIALS Yarn: Worsted or sport weight in ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Snowflakes
Years ago my mom gave me a bunch of handmade snowflake ornaments made from thread. I still have them on my Christmas tree each year. There are many wonderful patterns for crocheted snowflakes, from very simple to elaborate. I was having a hard time finding one that was easy to follow so I asked my friend Kristine from "Ambassador Crochet" if she would design a simple snowflake pattern for our ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Penguins
I saw this ADORABLE little guy from "Simply Collectible" over the weekend and couldn't wait to make one for the "Countdown to Christmas Calendar". He is so easy to make and super quick too. I couldn't wait to share so I switched the line up around a little so we can make him now. MATERIALS Yarn: Worsted weight black, white and orange Crochet Hook: Size G Miscellaneous: Yarn ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Stockings
My mom collects little fun things all year for our stockings. It is one of my favorite parts of Christmas. When choosing ornaments for this calendar I knew I had to have a stocking. One of my all time favorite ornament patterns is this adorable granny stitch boot from "Eating Out Loud". It made my ornament CAL 2 years ago and we all loved it. It is unique and super cute, plus easy to make. I made ... [ Read More ]
Countdown Calendar: Peppermint Candies
While planning the countdown calendar I knew I needed peppermints and candy canes. These little peppermints by "Petals to Picots" are the quickest little thing you will ever make. She has step by step pix and it actually shocked me how simple these little candies are to make. I knew we needed more than one...because they are so fun AND for size... so I made three and attached them with white ... [ Read More ]
