I’ve been making steady progress with the handmade items that I’m including in the parcel to my #stitchingsanta recipient and it’s about time I showed you.
I’m taking part in the knitting/crochet swap as well and have already given you a glimpse of the things I’ve made for that – you can have a look here.
As soon as the latest issue of Love Sewing dropped through the letterbox, I knew I was going to make this cute tree decoration, so that’s going into the parcel – although I’m going to have to make another one for our tree ‘cos I’ve rather fallen in love with it myself:)
Having bought these colourful stork embroidery scissors, I added a needle-keeper to one of its handles.
I embroidered an image of a sewing machine on one side together with the word ‘needles’. The other side is kept plain with a tiny floral print cotton.
Not a very Christmassy make, I know, but this daisy print ‘Ikea’ bag can be used all year round. I wrote a tutorial on this which you can find here.
I had a few hours fun covering some buttons with tiny cross stitched motifs. My eyes could barely see to sew such minute stitches!
I had a small amount of leftover Rose & Hubble fabric in my stash which was just enough to make a coin purse and matching tissue holder, both handbag size.
These bright orange gloves are made from the softest cashmere sweater and, although I’ve never seen her wear orange, I think they suit her bubbly personality.
I snapped up this unused Simplicity pattern from a charity shop for just a pound – I can see her looking good in all of these!
There are a few other bought bits and pieces to go in and the main handmade gift – if I can finish it in time!
December 14, 2015 at 5:37 pm
These are all so adorable!
Must remember your little addition to those embroidery scissors, in case I ever have some meself.
Have been meaning to tell you… Was in a quilting store over Thanksgiving, and they had delightful “extras” and fabrics. More on them later. I asked the owner if she’s seen the espadrille soles for making your own espadrilles. She hadn’t, so I looked up your post & sent it. Am hoping she’ll start carrying them. A double thank you!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:17 am
Ooh, let’s hope she’ll start stocking the espadrille soles so you can give them a go! The needle keeper is a handy little addition to the scissors, isn’t it? I’m always losing needles when I’m embroidering:)
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December 15, 2015 at 6:22 pm
I don’t embroider much, but keeping a needle separate from other things does strike a chord. 😉
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December 14, 2015 at 7:21 pm
Such gorgeous makes again Sheila. I have posted mine off and I shall try to get a post out about them soon!!
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December 14, 2015 at 8:08 pm
I think she’s already opened yours and blogged about it! I’m trying to keep mine until Christmas Day:)
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December 14, 2015 at 8:42 pm
Thanks, I’ve just read about it 🙂 Mine arrived today and it is under the tree, I’m feeling rather excited about it to be honest! x
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December 14, 2015 at 9:43 pm
These are absolutely gorgeous gifts! The coat ornament is perfect (and perfectly done, I might add). Lucky someone!!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:21 am
Yes, I had to blog about that one or I might well have kept it for our tree!
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December 14, 2015 at 10:03 pm
What a bumper set of makes! Must must get mine done this week!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:24 am
I’ve enjoyed doing these so much that I’ve only left myself two days to make the ball gown!!!!
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December 15, 2015 at 1:28 pm
You’ll be fine. Cinderella’s fairy godmother did it in a second and you’re at least as awesome as her.
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December 15, 2015 at 1:32 pm
Thanks for the vote of confidence, I’ll try not to prove you wrong:)
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December 14, 2015 at 10:43 pm
Beautiful makes, especially loving those buttons. Mine now all ready to parcel up and post, hoping it will be well received! 😉
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December 15, 2015 at 10:26 am
The buttons are sweet but what she’s actually going to do with them is anyone’s guess! They were just fun to make. Your parcel will be very well received, I can assure you:)
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December 15, 2015 at 12:04 am
How exciting! Someone is going to be very lucky indeed. I also adore those buttons!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:26 am
Thanks, I love the buttons but how practical they are is up for debate:)
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December 15, 2015 at 8:39 am
Someone is going to have a lovely time opening all those beautiful handmade gifts. Posting mine today!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:32 am
Thanks Trisha, mine are nearly ready to post, but I’ll probably end up sending it Special Delivery at the last moment!
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December 15, 2015 at 9:26 am
Wow!
I love the buttons and the coin purse & tissue holder. Lovely!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:32 am
Thanks Danielle, these little gifts have been so much fun to make.
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December 15, 2015 at 10:14 am
How lovely! What a lucky girl!
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December 15, 2015 at 10:35 am
Thanks, I hope everything is well received:)
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December 15, 2015 at 11:49 am
I’m sure they will be.. these are delightful!
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December 15, 2015 at 12:30 pm
What a wonderful parcel that will be to open. I would have a hard time parting with the red coat ornament too.
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December 15, 2015 at 1:40 pm
Those buttons are too cute! You’ve certainly been busy!
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December 15, 2015 at 1:48 pm
Thanks and yes, it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down this side of the new year either!
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December 15, 2015 at 5:32 pm
I love the cross stitch reindeer, he’s beautiful. I’m going to have to add these to my list of Christmasssy makes.
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December 15, 2015 at 6:28 pm
He is sweet, isn’t he? Hope you find time to make him:)
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December 15, 2015 at 11:00 pm
Wow! What a busy bee you’ve been! Someone’s been really good to be sent all those lovely goodies from Santa! 😃
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December 16, 2015 at 2:11 pm
Not sure I’m going to have time to finish the main present by last posting deadline though:( Still, it’s been fun making this much but, as always, I set too many goals!
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December 16, 2015 at 1:12 am
I’ve been looking forward to this post. What wonderful makes. I am in LOVE with that little red coat ornament. Oh my gosh that is cute. I love the daisy tote, too. So spacious and practical. What fun this is. I’m definitely jumping in next year.
It’s all wonderful!!!
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December 16, 2015 at 2:13 pm
Yay, glad to have motivated you to join in next year! There’s something so very satisfying about making things for other crafters as you know they’ll appreciate the time and effort that goes into everything.
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December 16, 2015 at 10:44 pm
Exactly! I also like the challenge of working within a budget, and the challenge of figuring out what someone would enjoy by snooping around their blog. Fun, fun, fun.
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December 16, 2015 at 8:34 am
You’re an inspiration, this all looks so lovely!
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December 16, 2015 at 2:13 pm
Thanks Beth, does it match up to what I sent you last year?
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December 17, 2015 at 7:33 pm
Yes I think so! 😀
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December 16, 2015 at 1:00 pm
I’m melting….. you make the most gorgeous goodies!!! And to confirm that I can tell you that my MIL made a bag inspired by the lovely project bag you sent me this summer to give to her old aunt 🙂
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December 16, 2015 at 2:18 pm
Thanks T, that’s great that your MIL was inspired by something I made – you can tell her I’m thrilled about that!
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December 16, 2015 at 11:29 pm
What an awesome post. I adore the little red coat. I will have to make that for my tree next year. I have a notebook that is used only for your tutorials. It is hard to find things once they go to the archives. Lots of love to you and the family. You rock my friend!!
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December 17, 2015 at 8:57 am
Thanks Robin – there is a dedicated ‘Tutorials’ page which you will find at the very top on a computer or in the menu on a mobile device. Which reminds me, I haven’t put the sacks on there yet:)
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December 19, 2015 at 7:58 am
You have done so well with these beautiful gifts. I am sure they will be treasured. I am feeling guilty but luckily have a few hand made items, which while not Christmasy will hopefully do. Thanks for putting so much love and thought into this.
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December 20, 2015 at 2:26 pm
Thank you and thanks for persevering with your parcel at such late notice – can’t wait to see what you’ve managed to put together:)
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