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Holiday Gifts Made with One Skein or Less

6/26/2012

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Today for Week 7 of the Holiday Stashdown Challenge we're sharing ideas for projects that can be made with one skein or less. What's the first thing that you think of? For me it's hats. There are so many patterns available that utilize every type of yarn imaginable. There are fancy hats and simple hats. Hats that keep you warm and hats that just look good. There is truly a hat for every head!

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One in worsted and one in bulky. I'm sure this pattern would look good in any yarn.
Along with hats, I think of cowls, scarves, gloves, mittens and wrist warmers.  None of these take much yarn, can be whipped up in no time, and would make an excellent gift for anyone on your gift list. Here are a few of my favorites.
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Chevron Lace Wrist Warmers and a Lace Cowl
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A Brimmed Newsboy Cap and Cabled Fingerless Gloves (Luv!)
Motifs are terrific for using bits and scraps. Last year I found this Snowflake Garland pattern in the Nov/Dec 2011 issue of Crochet Today! It's so pretty (and I'm so lazy!) that it still graces the doorway between the living room and dining room! I was also inspired to make thread snowflakes from the book 60 Crocheted Snowflakes that I borrowed from the library. (Sorry no pictures, but they're easy and beautiful and can be used to decorate your tree or add flourish to gift wrapping!)
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If you've never crocheted with thread, you should go ahead and give it a try. I was nervous at first, but quickly became comfortable with it. I enjoy the variety that working doily and motif patterns offers. Plus it's travels well and is perfect in hot weather! It's also inexpensive and you can make an amazing number of items from one ball of thread! Here are a few things I've made with thread:

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I've given several of these bookmarks as gifts and they always are well received.
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This lacy pillow will be a beautiful bedroom accent.
There are so many other projects that come to mind. Do you have a favorite? I'd love to see which pattern is your go to for hats, cowls and fingerless gloves (or anything!). When planning our holiday gifts it's so easy to get in to0 deep with projects that overwhelm us. To big or complicated they end up causing anxiety instead of pleasure.  This year I vow to be reasonable in my choices. Whatever I make, I'll do it with love, and hope that the recipient feels it!

In addition to visiting Marie, stop by Frontier Dreams and remember to Keep Calm Craft On. This is a terrific place to meet new crafters and see what beautiful projects they're working on.

That's all for today friends, until next time,
Be blessed and stitch & read with love!
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Mary link
6/26/2012 05:59:56 am

We had the same idea! I love the patterns you shared, and am definitely going to try them out!

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Pumpkin link
6/26/2012 11:35:47 am

Oh wow! So, many lovely gifts! Pairing wrist warmers with a matching hat is a genius idea! Sigh, I really should try and learn to crochet, even if I just learn how to make those pretty little flowers I'll consider it a success!

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Angeliki link
6/26/2012 08:13:26 pm

Hi Robin! All of your gifts look great, but I had a crash on the white hat (I saw the picture on ravelry, with you wearing it!)
Really kind of you , making so many gifts,
Have a nice day,
Angeliki

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Marie/Underground Crafter link
6/27/2012 12:25:59 am

I'm a big hat fan, too. I love your garland - it may inspire some gifts fot his holiday season!

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Originally linen, silk, gold, or silver threads were used. Now lace is often made with cotton thread, although linen and silk threads are still available. Manufactured lace may be made of synthetic fiber. A few modern artists make lace with a fine copper or silver wire instead of thread. Thanks.

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