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Sunday, November 18, 2012
November Line
Guess what?!? My November line is now available on Etsy. Inspired by England, my November line consists of bright reds, light blues, Union Jack and vintage buttons, and lots of lace. All of these new items would make amazing, one-of-a-kind gifts this holiday season. Here are some pictures of these new items (I will be posting more later). Also make sure to check out my Etsy store again in a week because my new hand-knit ornaments will be available!
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Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tips for Knitters: What To Do With Leftover Yarn
Whenever I knit, I always have small piles of yarn leftover. I used to be horrible and throw away small pieces of yarn without a second thought. Then when I realized how much yarn I was probably wasting, I did some experimenting until I found some great ways to use the left over yarn.
If you knit or crochet then these helpful tips are for you. Stop wasting your yarn and start creating!
1) Knit a rainbow infinity scarf.
I save all my longer stands of yarn until I have enough to knit an infinity scarf. Right before you run out of yarn, tie on a new color and hide the knot inside.
2) Wrap your yarn around a bottle or jar
You have probably seen this before but it really is an easy and cute thing to do. It take 5 seconds to turn an old jar or bottle into a beautiful vase.
3) Knit a plant pot cozy
These are great if you have a little more yarn. I often knit these when I don't quite have enough yarn for a headband. These cozies can also double as jar cozies.
4) Use leftover yarn to tie tags to gifts and such
I use yarn for this purpose all the time. For every knitted thing I sell on my Etsy store, I tie a tag on it with matching yarn. It's really cute and keeps you from spending money on ribbon.
5) Wrap gifts with yarn
Last year I wrapped all my Christmas gifts with brown paper, buttons, yarn, and knit bows. I got so many compliments on how cute the wrapping was
6) Knit little bows
You don't need much yarn to knit these adorable little bows! You simply knit a small rectangle and wrap yarn around the middle. These can be used for gift wrapping, Christmas ornaments, or you can wear them in your hair.
7) Use left over yarn for hanging things
In my room I have many decorations I made myself. These pretty paper cranes hang above my bed and are tied with white yarn. You can use small pieces of yarn for hanging things like these cranes, Christmas ornaments, paper snowflakes, and much more. Be creative.
8) Use left over yarn as a garland
Last Christmas I found some pretty textured yarn I had left over and used as a garland on my tree. It's a simple and cute use for leftover yarn.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
My Window
Ever since we've moved from Colorado, I've had a problem with my window. It never seems to let enough light in (probably because it's always cloudy here), It's broken so I can never open it, and all I can see out of it is my neighbors house. Also, compared to the view from my old window how could any window compare?
But after three years of putting up with a window I hated, I began to discover all it's good qualities. I began to realize that I don't have to be negative but I could thank the Lord for my window.
But after three years of putting up with a window I hated, I began to discover all it's good qualities. I began to realize that I don't have to be negative but I could thank the Lord for my window.
Right in front of my window is the perfect place to take pictures.
In the fall I can see beautiful leaf-less trees and a rosy pink sky in the evenings.
I also made the most beautiful discovery about my window a year ago. During just the right time of the year, the moon shines right through my window at around 1:00 a.m. If I open my blinds it lights up my whole room. I can lay on the floor right where the moon beams are and watch the stars. It's magical.
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
November Line
Here's a peak at my September headband line. These chic new headbands will be for sale in two weeks. Make sure to check out my store right when they're available...I think these headbands are going to go fast!
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