There is something so special
about receiving Homemade Gifts for Christmas.....
the thought, love and care that goes into
each treasure is inestimable.
As Christmas is fast approaching I thought
I would share with all of you some of my
"Christmas Craft Fair Items
and Gifts..."
Most of these 'gift ideas' are simple
to make~ yet elegant and very practical, indeed.
Holiday or Everyday Napkins are a
wonderful gift for any person to have...
Who wouldn't like a set of
beautiful handcrafted napkins?!
Napkins
are easy to make... simply fold,
and sew straight seams.
~Fabric Calculation~
Luncheon napkins are
usually 12" square
&
Dinner napkins can be
anywhere from 18" to 20" square.
~For a special touch~
Stitch in Gold or Silver Metallic Thread
and or....
sew with a Decorative Stitch
~Table Runners~
...are sure to set the stage for a festive feast~ indeed.
All stacked up... ;)
~Festive with a bright set
of candles~
~Pot Holders~
....Are sure to come in handy in the kitchen...
Here I simply sewed a patchwork square
and bordered it with some pretty fabric.
Double or triple your desired thickness
with batting and line on the back with
cotton, solid upholstery fabric.
And...
Last but not least....
Ribbon Bookmarks
are the perfect addition to
go with a special book gift.
Your receiver will be quite happy to have
such an elegant accessory to mark one's
treasure with.
For a special bookmark tutorial...
It is ideal for any-type of book and especially
wonderful for Bibles... considering you can
mark two spots at a time.
Whether you are inspired to
see more fabulous homemade
Christmas delights or simply
want to join in on the fun
simply click here
....Celebrate along with me
and my dear friend Emily Rose...
the joy of a 'Homemade Christmas'
~Many Blessings~ Dearest Friends~
"She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands."
-Proverbs 31:13
23 comments:
Beautiful gift ideas, Miss Jen!!
Thank you so much for sharing. :)
~ Love,
Lindsay
These are lovely ideas to create for Christmas, Miss Jen. Thank you for blessing us with these offerings!
In joy,
Laurie
Wonderful tutorial! Thank you for sharing your ideas. I love your fabric and ribbon choices, very elegant.
Christa
These are simply beautiful as well as wonderful ideas for gifts! I really need to learn to, "work willingly with my hands." *Sigh* Maybe some day.
Anyway, thanks for sharing. :)
Dear Miss Jen,
What a great post! So many simple, yet elegant ideas :) .
Thank you so much for sharing this,
Love,
Marqueta
Oh, these are soooo lovely Jen! :D Your sewing is just superb! I love the fabric you chose, gorgeous! :) Thank you for sharing your ideas and the tutorials with us! :D
Love and Hugs!
~Rachel~
Miss Jen....you are SO creative!! How do you whip out all these gorgeous projects so fast?? It's taken me much of yesterday and today just to finish a simple doll dress for a friend....
You have inspired me to think about Christmas gifts - homemade ones!! Thank you so much for such a sweet post.
Love,
Rachel
Great Ideas!! I am making some book marks for Christmas gifts too. I really love your table runner. I would never have thought such creative patterns could match so well together!
Have a great time craft making and craft giving!!
Blessings,
Leah
Great ideas and lovely photos ~ as always! :) I especially like the homemade napkins idea...so simple, but very practical and special at the same time! I am inspired!
Blessings,
Camille
Beautiful Miss Jen! You truly are one very gifted young lady :) Thanks for sharing and have a blessed evening:)
Love,
Sharon
What beautiful delights you have created for your Christmas Craft Fair and for gifts! I have been enjoying making homemade Christmas items for several years now. I think they are better appreciated by all who receive them!
I have been making several things this year, too, but I can't tell you because Mrs. B reads this and would then find out her gifts! ;~}
I am off now to check out Emily Rose's blog.
Blessings!
I just made a couple of the bookmarks you showed. I love them (especially since I used some of my deceased grandmother's ribbon)! I plan on giving one to each of the girls in my book club as a small Christmas gift. Thanks for the idea!!!!
So Many beautiful things, Jen. Love them all! (still hoping I am one of the winners of your giveaway! :)
Oh, I'm really in the Christmas spirit now, Miss Jen! Your recipients will be delighted!
I love your beautiful bookmarks ~ would you share your source for the ribbon? You have inspired me!
P.S.
Smart thinking by that Lady Farmer! The cat is still in the bag. =)
Just Beautiful~
Thanks for sharing.
Have a wonderful day~
Carrie
Lovely! I would feel so lucky to receive such handmade gifts!
Oh such creativity! I crave having more time to create! Love the bookmarks, so pretty and classy!
Jenny! Those are LOVELY!!! You are such a wonderful seamstress, and I always enjoy seeing your work. You are so creative! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
~Amanda
I love these fabrics!
Hello Miss Jen! I love the ideas! I also wanted to let you know that your blog has been a great blessing to me! I've given you an award over at my blog Seasons of a Heart. Keep up the good work! May the Lord bless you :)
Beautiful gifts and as you say, handmade is always so much more special :o)
An idea....one year in a gift swap I received a square potholder similar to yours it was filled with a spice that when heated with a hot pot or cup of coffee would release a beautful scented fragrance.
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