Christmas crochet and felt flowers

 So it is only a matter of a few weeks............. till Christmas.....
Are you ready??? or are you like me still a little behind in gift making??
I love home made :))  and I love giving to my family and friends the items I have chosen to make for them...

Little stocking for a gift tag..

 I used a 1.65 crochet hook for this cotton DMC made in France.. I have had this for some years now and only use it for Christmas crochet. I actually bought a box of six from a garage sale... Lucky?? I would say so :))

They are small and easy to make..from this book.

The crochet cotton for the fan is Sullivans Royal Rayon 3 ply ..

Basket of flowers.

The basket of flowers was crocheted using Anchor Perle cotton 8

 Felted flowers these can be made into a brooch...

You will need a glue gun for these, and can be made in no time.. Love them..

I found so many felted flowers on YouTube.. what a great place for learning crafts..

 Whether you crochet Knit or sew this is a valuable page to share.  Bevs page .

The garden is in full swing now with most of the summer range of vegie plants in... The garlic has been harvested and will be ready  for preserving in a few days.. The raspberries, Blueberries and strawberries have been netted to keep the birds away.. looking forward to a bountiful harvest..:))
 Tanya 
 has another great recipe for a summer drink plus her blog is full of useful
info check it out , you wont be disappointed

Let me know what you are making for Christmas all ideas welcome as are your comments :)) Enjoy the day ...........

Have you ever crocheted Baby Rattles??? They are so much fun and finished in half an hour...  You will need a 3.50 crochet hook 8ply cotton (I used Patons and Bendigo cotton).. a toy cat rattle from the pet shop, these are in a plastic ball so the bell is safe ..A little toy stuffing for the handle.. To easy :))

This adorable little dog is coming to spend Christmas with us.. Ilove him.He is so cute and funny.. Of course I will hate it when he goes home to the mainland.. But will spoil him and enjoy his company while he is here.

His name is Killer LOL...

A pic or two of the plants in my garden before the wind and rain flattened them.

This robot hat is so cute :))

Its back to crafting corner for me...I need to make flowers today..:))