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A Handmade Christmas

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This is such a charming book that if you craft gifts other than crocheted, you’ll want to nab a copy of it for yourself.   Many of the projects are fiber based, but there is also knitting, paper crafting and some sewing.  As for crochet, there is the cutest amigurumi reindeer, a homey granny square garland, and an adorable Santa Kit that includes all the treats the kiddies will need to leave out for Santa – carrots for his reindeer, a decorated mincemeat pie, and a bottle of ‘cheer’.

The projects in this book all fall into the beginner or ‘low’ intermediate crafter skill level, so fear not if you want to try out something new.  As for me, one evening I’ll be setting aside my yarn and hook to make a String of Stars from some of my old Christmas cards or scrapbooking paper.

You’ll find this book both visually appealing and craft inspiring.  It looks as if it was printed in the mid 20th century with its soft color palette and gentle illustrations – but the photos are 21st century.

Book Spec:

Mollie Makes Christmas, Interweave Press, October, 2012

Hardback (8X8 inches), 96 pages

ISBN:  9781620331019

$12.95 USD

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  5. I have been working on a homemade Christmas for the past month…this would be a terrific book for some fresh inspiration. Thank you.

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Christmas Poinsettia Candle Cozy Crochet Pattern – A Pretty Little Holiday Make for Battery Tea Lights

If you love adding little handmade touches to your Christmas decorating, this Christmas Poinsettia Candle Cozy from CraftBits is such a pretty project. It is festive, eye-catching, and just the sort of small crochet make that can add a lovely pop of holiday color to a table, shelf, or mantel.

What I really like about this pattern is that it feels special without being overwhelming. It is a sweet seasonal project for dressing up battery tea lights, and the poinsettia design gives it that classic Christmas look that never gets old. It would be gorgeous as part of a holiday centerpiece or made up in a few sets for decorating around the house.

You might have seen this one featured on Crochet.CraftGossip before, and it is easy to see why it is worth another look. It is cheerful, decorative, and a lovely way to bring a little crochet into your Christmas styling without taking on a huge project.

If you are in the mood for a small festive make, this one is definitely a pretty pick.

Featured Project: Christmas Poinsettia Candle Cozy – Free Crochet Pattern