Crafty Christmas-getting an early start on handcrafted gifts

I'm really not trying to freak anyone out (really, I'm not :@), just trying to provide a few Handcrafted Christmas Gift Ideas that don't take a whole lot of time and are easy to get started on now. What I love about most of these items is, they can be made in year-round colors or holiday colors and a couple are great anytime hostess gifts. So if you're planning on doing some crafting for Christmas this year, I hope you find a little inspiration here!

Three Strand Crochet Cotton Trivets or Coasters

I think it would be great to give a nice thick wide coaster with a bottle of wine! You could make the colors match their decor, the holidays, or... dare I say, their favorite team:@) A set of 4-6 thirsty, washable coasters for glasses would be a nice gift too. 

And this pattern was written up as a hot pad if you need a Thanksgiving hostess gift idea.

Quilted Christmas Ornament-any theme

While these ornaments may seem involved, I promise that once you get started it will click.

The best thing about them is, the focal point in the middle can be anything, just pick a favorite theme, cartoon character, sports team HERE, anything. They're a good stash buster too.

I've provided a link to a great tutorial.

Jean Pocket Potholders-using Dollar Store potholders

What I love about this idea is, it's a fun gift for younger folks and pretty guy friendly too, minus the flower button of course:@)

It's a great use for old or thrifted jeans, super simple to make and just cute!

Knit Barbie Sweater Pattern

What can I say, if you have little girls in your life you probably have Barbie too.

This pattern is pretty easy and fun to make. Even a novice like me can whip up a sweater in a few hours. 

Legend of the Christmas Spider-bottle cap spider ornament tutorial

A great craft the kids can help make. This is a special gift if you include the background story too.

One-sie Two-sie Crochet Dishcloth-an easy textured dishcloth

My crochet "skills" are marginal at best but even I can whip up these useful and pretty dishcloths in a couple hours. 

They are usually pretty well received too.

and last but not least...

Create your own Elf on the Shelf!

Remember, the elf comes to live with you the day after Thanksgiving, 

so if you want to start this tradition with the kids or grands you'll need to have an elf ready this month. 

(That's Elfina riding in on Earl yelling "the holidays are coming, the holidays are coming!!!)

You can click my Craft Index for more ideas.

Happy holiday crafting everyone:@)

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