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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2018 18:08:58 GMT
It's the 1st of a new month again, let's share what we're working on Any Christmas projects to show off? (I'm hoping so, they're my favourite) I don't have anything new to show, I've done a few more rows of my shawl but tiredness is stopping me from picking it up. My sewing machine has been packed away and I'm not really feeling in a crafty mood.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Dec 1, 2018 18:33:56 GMT
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.
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Post by peano on Dec 1, 2018 19:15:42 GMT
I've been meaning to make new Christmas stockings for about 10 years now with some leftover linen. We as a family have more stocking presents now that DS is an adult, so our old ones are too small. I just need to find some kind of attractive fabric to make the cuff with.
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Post by RosieKat on Dec 1, 2018 19:20:51 GMT
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.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Dec 1, 2018 19:28:01 GMT
Hugs lainey. Your mojo will come back. Please would someone poke me really hard and remind me to get a photo of my cardigan/jacket? I'm halfway through making another for my Mum for Christmas now. I really, really want to make some slipper socks to match but I'm determined to finish the cardigan before Mum comes to stay in {gulp} 22 days' time. I've written in calligraphy 2 A4 greetings from the clergy to the churches inside a giant Christmas card for everyone to sign. I've spent the past week being wonderfully creative in our annual Star Trail production. And I have no photos. Pfft. What kind of an ex-scrapbooker am I?
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Post by melrose on Dec 1, 2018 20:08:28 GMT
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.
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Post by malibou on Dec 1, 2018 20:25:19 GMT
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Dec 1, 2018 21:01:41 GMT
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.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Dec 1, 2018 21:18:17 GMT
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. Very cute. Have you thought about buying some black/white buffalo check fabric to wrap the board? Cover, pull to the back and staple. Then you can remove the fabric and reuse it each year.
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Post by Patter on Dec 1, 2018 21:55:23 GMT
I am still working on my embroidery and doing crochet soap holders. Here is what I am sitting here doing today:
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Post by phoenixcov on Dec 2, 2018 10:00:24 GMT
Before we decorate our "real" house I have the pleasure of doing my mini houses. So today I will decorate, a pub with upstairs accommodation. A large house and two shops, gardens and outdoor scenes and finally Dragonfly Cottage that I have shared with you before I altered the roof and made an attic. Wonder if I`ll have time to make the dinner today? Have a nice Sunday everyone.
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Post by ellen on Dec 2, 2018 13:44:55 GMT
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.
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Post by nnnsmom on Dec 2, 2018 13:52:22 GMT
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Post by Patter on Dec 2, 2018 14:00:09 GMT
nnnsmom, those look great! How fun!
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Post by baslp on Dec 2, 2018 15:00:03 GMT
I just fished piecing a Xmas quilt. Now I need to call and schedule a time to drop it off to be quilted.
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Post by gillyp on Dec 2, 2018 15:04:39 GMT
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.
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Post by suzastampin on Dec 2, 2018 15:34:30 GMT
Great projects! I’ve been busy and would like to post. But, I can’t seem to get the photos sized small enough that the board will accept them. I’m on my iPad. Anybody know what to do to make them smaller?
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Post by ComplicatedLady on Dec 2, 2018 15:42:55 GMT
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.
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 16:03:50 GMT
suzastampin I use the free App Photo Resizer, to reduce the picture size so I can post from my iPad
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2018 16:07:43 GMT
Wool Warehouse are doing an advent calendar of free patterns Wool Warehouse
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 16:10:14 GMT
I’m still working on my Christmas car 🚗 blanket. Just the trees 🌲 and car 🚘 to do
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 16:11:14 GMT
Thanks lainey but I’m not looking, I’m not looking 👀 🤣💦
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2018 16:17:06 GMT
JoP that's looking so good malibou the kitty stocking is adorable
I've been wearing my Match and Move shawl, I really recommend Cascade Heritage yarn, it's so warm and snuggly.
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 16:32:41 GMT
I forgot to mention that I won two balls of yarn 🧶 in my local craft shop (where I do the sewing classes) Advent raffle
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 16:34:23 GMT
JoP that's looking so good malibou the kitty stocking is adorable
Thanks lainey I won’t be making another that’s for sure 😉
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Post by ComplicatedLady on Dec 2, 2018 17:46:34 GMT
Ok trying this picture thing...this is my no drama llama chalk project. It’s about 8X10 and will go in my office.
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Post by JoP on Dec 2, 2018 20:24:11 GMT
Before we decorate our "real" house I have the pleasure of doing my mini houses. So today I will decorate, a pub with upstairs accommodation. A large house and two shops, gardens and outdoor scenes and finally Dragonfly Cottage that I have shared with you before I altered the roof and made an attic. Wonder if I`ll have time to make the dinner today? Have a nice Sunday everyone. I’d love to see photos of your mini houses with their Christmas 🎄 decorations 🙂
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Post by gillyp on Dec 2, 2018 23:33:29 GMT
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Post by dald222 on Dec 3, 2018 0:24:19 GMT
It's the 1st of a new month again, let's share what we're working on Any Christmas projects to show off? (I'm hoping so, they're my favourite) I don't have anything new to show, I've done a few more rows of my shawl but tiredness is stopping me from picking it up. My sewing machine has been packed away and I'm not really feeling in a crafty mood.
I am sorry that you are not in a crafty mode
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Post by teddyw on Dec 3, 2018 0:33:43 GMT
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