Over the last week or so I've been finishing off a few projects - mainly little Christmas gifts and decorations. I've found the gentle rhythm of crocheting to be soothing amongst all the craziness that this time of year can bring.
A few years ago our family decided not to buy Christmas presents for the adults, but instead give the money we would have spent on a gift to a charity of our choice. I always get a little something for my parents though, so the children can give something instead of just receiving. This year I thought I would crochet this little basket to put mum's gift in rather than using wrapping - that way she can re-use the basket. There are plenty of tutorials on the web for crochet baskets - for this basket I did four rounds of half double crochet (US terms) for the base and then 5 rows of half doubles and then two rows of double crochets, finishing with a row of half doubles.
I found the pattern for this lovely little Christmas tree at One dog Woof. There are three different sizes which are made to go over wine and champagne corks - how clever is that!! You could really jazz them up by adding little coloured seed beads for lights, embroider little stars on them or use sticks for the trunk. I plan on making a few more when I get a chance - wouldn't a cluster of them look fabulous?? Maybe with a little deer standing amongst them......
What have you been up to?? Have you been able to get some hooking time in amongst all the Christmas preparation??
Tina x
Love the little balls and the baskets. The colours are gorgeous.
ReplyDeletethank you! I never tire of soft, pastel colours....
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