12 Weeks of Christmas - Week 1

Week 1

Stocking Ornament

(http://daisyandherthings.wordpress.com/2011/10/05/free-pattern-little-christmas-stockings/)

As I attempted to create a balanced list of ornaments that represented the holidays for me, I came across this 2011 pattern by Daisy & Her Things - a cute little Christmas stocking! How could you not fall in love with this little guy or girl if you like? I am sure I made it previously, so I can be sure that this pattern is easy for all levels of skill.

Project Type: Scrap buster

Skill level: Easy/Beginners

Hook Size: G or H hook (I used H.)

Type of Yarn: Worsted Weight - I used Red Heart in Paddy Green, Cherry Red, Medium Thyme and Burgundy. 

Uses for finished product

• a small gift holder
• an ornament
• for small candies
• hiding candies on the tree
• a gift for someone special

This is a quick pattern that can be used to hide candies or other small trinkets on the Christmas tree. My mother in law use to do this with her sons when they were young. I have no experience with it as a child, but my husband has told me stories of finding tiny kisses and other things hidden on the tree almost like an Advent calendar activity.

Please check back on Monday to see the finished product. If you want to participate in this activity and submit a picture, please email them to dandecreation@gmail.com with a name and a photo. I will add them to the blog to share.

Sarah

My Five Year Plan

I am not complaining by all means.  I have 4 sisters and 3 brothers with their own families...two sets of parents...tons of extended family and of course my wonderful friends.  I also typically already have Christmas gifts purchased and ready, but this year I am behind.  A few weeks ago, I attempted to find a simple crochet pattern that would allow me to mass produce a gift for everyone in a small amount of time.  But, I was left without.  I did find a pattern for a bell ornament that did not look like a bell.  So, I made my own.  It looks adorable (and you can find it in the free pattern section!)

Anyway!  My five year plan started when I was determining what I could make for multiple years to give to my siblings and their family.  A set of ornaments!!  But...that set is stretched out over 5 years.  Yes...5 years.  For instance, this year my siblings will receive 3 small crochet bells, 1 medium crochet bell, and a sequin ornament (also in the free pattern section).

So...that would give each family 15 small bells, 5 medium bells, and 5 sequin ornaments.  All of which are easy to make. :)

YAY 5 year plan!

What's your plans??