- http://anestforallseasons.blogspot.com/2011/03/jar-project.html
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- So many people have responded positively to the little idea I passed along in this article, that I thought I’d share a similar idea that’s almost free. The relationship to crochet is minimal. The relationship to the Pay It Forward philosophy is more obvious.
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- Find a small, clear bottle (baby food bottles work great). Crochet a small flower. Cover the top of the jar by sticking on a circle of fabric or pretty paper. Glue the flower to the paper. Embellish the flower with a small button or bead if you like.
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- Type up a list of 30 kind sayings. Here are some suggestions:
- Smile at a stranger today.
- Give someone a hug today.
- Do your husband’s morning chore today.
- Tell someone you love them.
- You are enough.
- Take it easy.
- Laugh!
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- You get the idea. Print off your sheet, cut the sayings into small strips of paper. Fold each strip a couple times and place it into the little decorated jar. Make a bunch of them. Give them to strangers, to friends, for birthdays and anniversaries, for graduations and First Communions.
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- Your small, almost free, gift, is sure to brighten the day of the recipient EVERY day thereafter. A friend gave me one decorated with her scrapbooking supplies. It’s on my desk at work to remind me to take a deep breath, open my ‘fortune’ for the day, and smile. After I read each little message, I fold it up again and stuff it back into the box. The gift that keeps on giving………
- Looking for more patterns for flowers? Check out this Crochet Flower Pattern Book
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Product Review – Sweet Roll Vivid
Lasy month we shared the Sweet Rolls Fruit review and this month we are featuring the vivid range, just in time for NYE projects.
Introducing Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn, the latest addition to the beloved Sweet Roll family! Bursting with brightness and vibrancy, Sweet Roll Vivid is an exciting and gorgeous yarn that adds a pop of color to your crafting projects.
Crafted from 100% acrylic, this yarn is soft and luxurious, making it a joy to work with. As you stitch, Sweet Roll Vivid creates a captivating self-striping effect, adding depth and interest to your creations. With its beautiful new shades, full of color and WOW appeal, this yarn is guaranteed to brighten up any project you’re making.
Each 3.5 oz. ball contains approximately 174 yards of yarn, providing you with plenty of material to bring your creative visions to life. The suggested gauge is 17 stitches and 23 rows to 4 inches on size 9 needles, offering versatility and flexibility for various knitting or crocheting projects.
Sweet Roll Vivid is perfect for crafting stand-out scarves, shawls, blankets, and any other project you can imagine. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just starting out, this yarn is sure to inspire creativity and delight.
Join the many satisfied crafters who have given Sweet Roll Vivid a 4.9 out of 5-star rating, and add a splash of brightness and color to your next knitting or crocheting adventure. Explore the possibilities and let your creativity shine with Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn!
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