Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Gift Wrapping Ideas Knit a Holiday Wine Bottle Sweater



Holiday Wine Bottle Sweaters - Knitting Patterns
Learn how to make adorable sweaters for wine bottles that can be used to give gifts this holiday season or to decorate your home when guests are coming over.  A cozy wine bottle cover is a special way to add an additional touch to a wine bottle or any gift that comes in a bottle. 
What better way is there to present a gift item than in a hand-knitted gift bag? The thoughtfulness that went into the gift can be extended to the gift wrap, and this will enhance the recipient's happiness and appreciation.

Instead of cleaning up wrapping paper your gifts will have a hand made touch to them when you knit a pattern from this collection of wine bottle sweater patterns.
Plus these eco-friendly sweaters can be used over and over again without having to throw out paper and saving garbage or recycling costs. 

You can easily use yarns from your stash or leftovers because these are smaller projects and can be made in any color of yarn. Fingering weight yarn is suggested for this project

This pattern includes design charts for four different wine bottle sweaters. Once your gift is received, the recipient can use it to wrap a bottle of wine she intends to gift to someone else. It's the gift that keeps on giving. Share the joy! None of the wine sweaters uses more than 40g of Knit Picks Palette, and two of them use less than 25g total. 
Patterns are - Deck the Halls - 9.5" diameter, Let it Snow - 9.5" diameter, Chilly Willy - 9.5" diameter, Monochroma city - 9.5" diameter

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Thursday, November 10, 2016

How to Create Gift Baskets for Under $20


No matter what your holiday budget is sometimes it can be difficult to come up with the right gift ideas for someone your your list.  A great way to give them something creative and special is to make the perfect gift basket or gift bag filled with things they will enjoy from candy to books, coloring supplies, automotive ideas, tools, bubble bath and more! 
The first thing you want to decide on is how much you want to spend.  This will help you decide what type of gift basket to use or gift bag to purchase. 
Shopping for co-workers, neighbors, babysitters, teachers, assistants, clients and vendors can be a bit tricky. You want to get something not too personalized but that is thoughtful. 
You don't want to have to run all over town to find the right items to use for your gift basket, plus if you are on a budget you need to set a limit on spending.
I would suggest to shop at the Dollar Tree or Dollar Tree online in order to create your gift basket.  Dollar Tree will ship your items to your home or you can pick them up in a store for free.   Below are some ideas for your gift baskets or gift box, bag.


The Dilemma Diva's $5 and Under Gift IdeasThe Dilemma Diva's $5 and Under Gift Ideas

One of the easiest ideas is to purchase a cookie tin or box and bake some delicious cookies or treats for someone.  Add a special Christmas card with a little note and maybe some Christmas candy. 
Another idea would be to get a Christmas coffee or hot chocolate mug and fill it with candy, or small gifts.

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Filling up a stocking for kids or adults can be fun to do.  Ad some kids books, coloring books, markers, stuffed toys and candy.  Do one for a pet with treats and toys.  A co-worker or crafty person might like a stocking filled with adult coloring books, colored pencils, beads, glue, candles or other crafting supplies.  Don't forget the card!
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For family and friends another idea would be to fill a reusable storage container with books, candy, scarves, hats, ornaments, coffee cups or other items you may think that they can use.   You could also fill up a gift bag or box if you want. 
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You could also do a sports themed basket filled with items such as a basketball for indoor play, a water bottle, nutrition bars, photo frame, flavored water and small toy games. 


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Creating a spa gift basket or something for a women is easy with Dollar Tree items such as bubble bath, nail polish, scented candles, an eye mask, manicure set, comfy socks or slippers, some chocolate and other great ideas.

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For the Handyman you may want to use a bucket filled with items such as work gloves, tools, car care products, duct tape, flash lights and other accessories that they can use on a regular basis.

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Monday, November 7, 2016

How Crochet an Edge on a Dollar Tree Christmas Tree Skirt

Red Heart Holiday Yarn - White  and  Silver Learn how easy it is to crochet an edge on a felt Christmas tree skirt purchased from the Dollar Tree store.  I needed an inexpensive tree skirt for an extra Christmas tree that we have for the holidays.  I already have one tree skirt that I have crocheted and was checking out the local Dollar Tree Store when I found these cute felt type Christmas tree skirts.  I picked up one with a Snowman on it and another one that has Santa on the skirt. There are also white tree skirts and red tree skirts with snowflakes on them available.  If you can't find them in stores you can purchase them online here and make a few gifts for friends and family.   

Materials Needed:    

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Start with your choice of Christmas tree skirts,  Yarn color of your choice.  I like the white yarn with the red tree skirt, but green would also work.  
I used Red Heart Yarn.   
You will also need a Rotary Cutter with skip blade or something to poke holes into the edge of the tree skirts.  
Size H  Crochet Hook or size of your choice Crochet hook and scissors. 


Instructions


Use your rotary cutter or edging tool to make holes evenly around the bottom edge of your tree skirt. 



1st Row - With White Yarn (or color of your choice) SC around the bottom edge of the tree skirt. Turn




2nd Row:  SC in 1 ST,  3 DC in Next Stitch to make a shell, Repeat Across to the End and Turn.




3rd Row (Optional):  1 SC in top of shell stitch, 3 DC in ch 1 stitch across, Finish off. 

















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Friday, November 4, 2016

Learn How to Sew a Quick Spiral Christmas Tree Skirt Free Pattern

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Oh what fun it is to make this colorful Speedy Spiral Christmas tree skirt pattern.  Use your favorite Christmas colors, match your decor or make it with scrap fabrics.  Whatever you decide this unique Christmas tree skirt pattern is sure to please!  The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Download the free pattern in PDF format so you can print it for an easy way to create the skirt.

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Thursday, November 3, 2016

A Collection of Crochet Enchanted Forest Animal Patterns


Enchanted Forest Animals to Crochet Patterns

Animals of the Forest are Enchanted in these wonderful crochet patterns to make for your collection. These easy to crochet patterns include gnomes, fairies and woodland animals. You can even crochet your very own fairy garden with animals. 



The projects include a Fawn, Fox, Rabbit, Baby Owl, Great Horned Owl, Fairy, Gnome, and Gnomette. All the designs are crocheted using Easy-Plus skill level and medium weight yarn (plus bulky yarn for the Gnome’s beard). 

Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by close-up photos of the designs from various angles to show details of the faces and bodies.   Crochet one or crochet them all and create your own forest of creatures including gnomes and fairies. You can download the patterns digitally for immediate use or get them in paper format. 
                            




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