Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Little Bit Creations

It does seem that Little Bit got more done this year than me.  These are felt ornaments she whipped up on her own with no help from me.  



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Jellyfish Ornaments

What tree is complete unless you have crocheted jellyfish ornaments by Little Bit!  Very cute.  A pattern found on Ravelry.


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Sweaters

Not sure if I have ever posted my little knitted sweaters, Little Bit decided they needed to be in the photo shoot today since they are knitted.  Very precious to me.  There is a second white one somewhere.  One for each of us.  I plan on making up more individualized ones as well, that the kids will take to their own trees someday.


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Socks!

After finding the beautiful crochet blog 
I went on a sock frenzy.  They are super cute, quick to whip out and look great on our tree!  Another favorite of mine and there will be more to come of these little guys.  


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Gingerbread Man

Another Little Bit pattern.  This she drew on paper first, then transferred to her new birthday felt.  This little gingerbread man was a Christmas present for her brother.  He got a real kick out the Gingerbread Man stories we read again this year, so she surprised him with his very own.  It also got packed up today.  Next year, he will join us as we read our favorite stories again.



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Santa 1 and Santa 2

This is Little Bit's pattern.  She designed herself and made Santa for her and her little brother.  Very sweet.  They are too funny.  The funniest part was watching her crochet along and writing down measurements and notes.  She was designing her own pattern at age 9.  Wild.......  




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My Favorite

I think my favorite holiday addition this year were the elves...... They are just so precious and added so much fun to our home each day hiding and finding them.  It is sad to pack them up but will be a real treat when we unpack them next year.  This pattern is The Tiny Elf by Spud and Chloe.  Google it to make one yourself.



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Last Photo Shoot

All the new holiday decorations are getting one last photo shoot before being packed away for the year.  Today we are taking down Christmas........so sad, this year seemed to be extra fun since the whole family was crafting up a storm, even the oldest!



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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Frosty's Cousin

Last year I made a snowman "Frosty".  It's from a pattern found online.  I believe it's a lion brand pattern.  He was given away in a gift exchange by the kids.  This year "Frosty's" cousin has come to live with us.  Welcome!

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Sneaky Elves

Our little sneaky elves have been up to no good the last few days. One morning we found they had gotten a game out and were playing. Then unfortunately they caught Little Bit's cold and were found tucked in with supplies. Yesterday we found them trying on Ashley's earrings. They are obviously on the mend since they've now been caught trying to make cookies. Wonder what will be next.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Tree is up

Good job on the tree guys.

Baking Fun

Cutest holiday bakers ever.

Little Boy crafting

Little Boy joining in on some ornament making fun.

Ornaments

Little Bit's homemade ornaments made of felt. You go girl!

Jewelry Bags

As my oldest makes earrings for sale and gifting a need for cute bags arose. When buying them already made the cost added up quick. Me being always thrifty decided to make my own. A complete knock off and these even have some sequins. Fabulous!! Little does she know I made her some cute hot pink ones for Xmas!!

Holiday Tote

Every knitter needs a holiday tote to carry around their holiday knitting projects. When I finally got Little Bit off my sewing machine I made myself one. I hadn't done any appliqué work in about 7 years so it took a little practice to get in the swing of things. I later boxed the corners of the bag for a more finished look. I love it!

Little Bit's Santa

Little Bit designed and crocheted her own Santa. She wrote down her pattern and made a second one for her brother. Very cute.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Wreath

The kids and I bought and decorated a new wreath for the door. Complete with candies, birds, and shells!

Finished Advent

Advent is done.  The kids used puffy paints and wrote in the numbers.  They also made
the little cards with strings for the pockets.  Such good helpers.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Freddy and Eddy

The kids decided we needed two elves in our home. One for each of them. I whipped out another one, this time using a dark green and red instead of the light green. As the kids did their schoolwork this morning the elves sat and watched. Their names are Freddy and Eddy.