December craft thread!

I'm mid project with the Christmas tree wall hanging for DD. The only progress in the past few days has been purchasing a big, shiny rhinestone brooch to be the tree topper (DD's idea). Can't really can't that as crafting though. Sorry you aren't feeling crafty, but that happens to all of us at times. Will hopefully have some photos by tomorrow night.

Crocheting a hat for DD. I haven't crocheted in a few years, and even then, I was a self-taught novice, so I've already made the first third of it twice. I had stopped because no one needed the stuff I could make, but she and I go out to the homeless community each month with food, clothes, toiletries, etc. Last month, someone had a bunch of homemade hats and handwarmers they donated - they were huge hits, and the recipients actually appreciated that someone had made them. I decided that's a good way to spend a little crafty time, even if I only get one hat made, lol. But first, DD's.

RedSquirrelUK Poke, poke! I have no photos to share either as many of my gifts are wrapped already! Apparently I'm with you on the ex-scrapbooker bench!

I did complete a few quilts...

A baby onesie quilt, similar to a t-shirt quilt, just used onesies instead of t-shirts.

A snowball pattern quilt as a retirement gift. Used all black & white fabric, it turned out wonderful. I want to keep it but I guess I'll just have to make another one, right?

And out of my normal comfort zone, I made an apron using a fabric panel pattern. It was easy enough but I won't be making any more! I prefer straight line stitching.  Here's the pattern.


My New Year's resolution is to remember to post more on the monthly craft threads. I always enjoy reading them and seeing everyone's projects.

This is my JOY porch sign I made...I kinda feel like the O is too busy so I may redo the wreath part all together. I went everywhere looking for black and white buffalo check wrapping paper to wrap my board but I couldn’t find it so I’m stuck with red and black. 


Then we gave my in laws their 50th Anniversary party and I did all the decor..here is the card box I made.
 

I am still working on my embroidery and doing crochet soap holders. Here is what I am sitting here doing today:

I should probably learn how to post a photo just so I can share this, but I crocheted myself an "ugly" Christmas sweater. It's actually a pullover vest. It's one of those granny square vests that people wore during the 70s. It's the second one I've made. I made one for a nerd day this fall during our school homecoming. I was in a rush to get that one done, so I kept it pretty basic. I took a little more time with this one. I went with green as the main color and used red and white as the other two. I did a cute trim around the bottom, arm holes, and the neckline. I just looked at pictures on Pinterest and figured out how to do it on my own rather than follow a pattern. I can see why these popular projects - easy, doesn't take too long. I think as far as ugly Christmas sweaters go, mine is pretty darn cute. I think anyone who crochets should make one for themselves.

I am currently working on a poncho that I might give as a gift since I can always make myself another one. My side of the family is celebrating Christmas early this year and I'm looking forward to opening gifts. I made my nieces and nephews large afghans. The oldest is 16 and the youngest is 10. I used different striped patterns from the Attic 24 blog and picked colors they would like. I'm not expecting kids that age to act like they're great or get that I put at least 30 hours into each of them. They are warm, cozy blankets. If they don't use them, I'll never know. My aunt passed away last year and she had over 40 nieces and nephews. Over the years she gave each of us a quilt she had made. People at her funeral brought quilts that she had made them or helped them make and put them over the backs of the church pews. It was beautiful. I decided then that if she could do that for us that I certainly could handle making four blankets. I knew I couldn't get it done by the upcoming Christmas, but could easily manage it for this one. The last one was finished in July.

nnnsmom, those look great! How fun!

What lovely projects so far. nnnsmom that is wonderful!!! Such fun!

I am still hoping to get the 3 unicorn blankets finished for presents. I’ve had a tax return to do, paperwork for the accountant and lots of seasonal
Things for the shop that have taken all my time but I hope to get back to them next week.

Ok, I’m really posting a picture this month! (I’ve been saying that since at least September. How is it December already?)
Someone please remind me how. (Pretty please)
I’ve been continuing on my Moda block of the week blocks. I have block #33 to do from this past Wednesday and then I’ll be all caught up.
I also got a Chalk Couture stencil, chalk, and chalkboard from a friend of mine and made a chalk sign that say “No Drama Llama” with a llama on it.
No Christmas crafts here—yet. I tend to be a last minute crafter though.

Thanks lainey   but I’m not looking, I’m not looking 👀

🤣💦

I forgot to mention that I won two balls of yarn 🧶 in my local craft shop (where I do the sewing classes) Advent raffle

Ok trying this picture thing...this is my no drama llama chalk project.
It’s about 8X10 and will go in my office.

lainey how’s your mum doing?