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| Barb at Bejeweled Quilts showed working on these cute Santa's. It is right up my alley. I love to work on cute ornaments, and these are adorable. Caroll, from Attic Window Quilt Shop also got the bug to make these Santa's too. I love to visit these two sites for their inspiration. |
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| I made 14, now ready for finishing. They were easy and fun. |
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| Then I worked on these cones for Christmas. (not a great picture) One is hanging on my machine. Two done and 2 to finish, then work on filling them. I have a few Christmas green, and maybe small ornaments. They will be fun to hang on a door knob. |
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| Put together 4 more table mats. Now for the handwork. |
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| On the last bus shop hop, I found this stitchery for a towel. I think I back to do some embroidery. I have not done embroidery for many, many years. It is fun and relaxing. I had forgotten how much I liked doing it. |
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| Had the notebook cover cutout, but not sewn. Done! |
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| While I was on the cruise, I had been working on the embroidery for 2 more needlekeeps. Now to cut out the fabric and put these together. |
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| I put together 6 gift bags for a Christmas party for the employees where Dad lives. The employees are not allowed to accept gifts or money from the residents or their families during the year. This is the one time we can show our appreciation of their kindness and services. I made up gift bags with things I have made during the year. Mug rugs, aprons, journals and small bags all fill the bill. I put fillers of cocoa, CHOCOLATE, recipe cards, pencils, pens, calenders and gift cards in to compliment each of the handmade items. I hope they will like what I chose. Dad has 3 doctors appointments, and me one this week. These are always good times to do handwork. Have a great week. Thank you for stopping by. Mary |
14 comments:
My goodness you've been busy. Put me to shame. I have to quit reading all these blogs and get busy sewing. Thanks for sharing. You have inspired me.
Yes it looks like Christmas what a wonderful idea for making gifts for your dad's care takers. I thought that i was doing good by making 10 table runners. I just downloaded the same Christmas pattern for the paper pieced santas. Have a happy sewing day Hope you feel better.
Oh my goodness girl....I swear I thought I was at Santa's workshop!!
I bet Santa can't get good help like you anymore!!
Wow, such wonderful goodies!!!
Mary, you've been so busy! love those santas. Also your 'banner' for your blog is festive - GREAT job!
Your work is fabulous. You definitely have the Christmas spirit and lucky are the recipients of your lovely gifts.
Lots of cute projects! It's good to keep busy. Hee Hee! I enjoyed the pictures of your cruise. What fun. BTW, I finished appliqueing a sheep pincushion from what you sent me. I want to get a couple more prepped for when we go on our trip to visit kids for Christmas.
Dear Mary, thank you for lovely words which you wrote on my site, it´s nice to know that you have friends, even if you haven´t met them
What wonderful gifts
Reading your blog today, gives me inspiration.ans I would I could join for a cup of coffee
A big hug for that
Love Johanna
Love all your Christmas projects! Those little Santas look very cute.
You've been busy!
Those santa's are too cute. And those cones are great. I love it all!
Those dresden santas are darling and I've never seen anything like them. Clever. I'm sure your thoughtfulness and gift bags will be very much appreciated.
They will surely appreciate it !!
oh my gosh those santa thingys are ADORABLE! Thanks for stopping by and visiting my blog, best wishes on the win! Merry Christmas!
You have really been busy! Your Santas are so cute!
I like your work and I like your blog!
Nana
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