I've been working on my Christmas sewing projects. One has been in the works for a while and others I just started yesterday. For several years now I have given handmade things to everyone in our family, the kids usually find a mix of handmade and store-bought/vintage gifts tucked under the tree. Every year it's the handmade things that bring me the most joy to give. There is really nothing like seeing someone you love open something you produced with your own hands, if they love it and use, all the better. The scarf and hat sets I knitted for the kids two years ago have seen more use as leashes in their favorite game of "Dog and Owner" than for warmth, but at least they use them for something.
A set of potholders with a matching dishtowel are all ready to be packaged up and sent off to my sister along with some fleece dolls for her little ones. My mother's gift is almost done, can't say what that is, she'll find out! A sister of mine who has a birthday today has something that is halfway finished. The fabric for a darling stuffed elephant is waiting to be cut, that's for Sweet Baby Girl. Last night I even squeaked in a handmade treat for myself.
If you are thinking of making some things for people you love this Christmas, give it a try. Choose something simple that uses materials and skills you already possess and you will find more joy than ever before in giving gifts this year!
4 comments:
well done you, adore homemade goodness xx
well done you, adore homemade goodness xx
Love that you are wrapped up in sewing and crafting for loved ones at Christmas! We try at our house ... my love of consignment shops and antiques has got me a few really lovely pieces for my kids ... a vintage beanpot with cover intact and stuffed with a bag of beans and spices for my son, some hand-made quilted hotpads for my daughter, and canned pear and cranberry mostarda for stocking stuffers ... that's it so far, but I keep plugging along! Sure is fun being an elf, huh?!?
Thanks for stopping by The Spice Garden! I look forwrd to getting to know you a bit, Audra! Happy Christmas!
I was looking at your picture and saw the Fayetteville Library's copy of One-yard wonders. Hey, so you're the other person requesting it. I'm next on the list so don't be late! hahaha - I have made a TON from that book so far. Honestly, though I'm a fellow tightwad, I probably should buy that one in the end.
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