gifts of Christmas past

 Before we say a fond farewell to Christmas I thought I would show you a couple of gifts I got


 Firstly

This bag  was actually designed for me by a really talented designer

  It made of cotton and don't think the picture does justice to her work . It's beautifully lined. Something I vow to try this year.

My second gift is 

This is a yarn.box from the love of yarn . You can find her on face book

In the box I got 200g merino silk sparkle dk some chocolate a tree decoration a snowman hook and snow man stitch marker and a button . I love this and am actually making my self something that I hope to share with you soon

I will be buying more of these   why is mother's day so far away lol

Did any of you get anything good ?

inspiration

It's getting to that time of year  when I start to think of gifts I will need in run up to Xmas I get them out way so last month the I can do decorations. However there is only so many  hats and scarfs you can give . Recently I bought a book from Amazon by Alison Hoffman  http://www.amazon.co.uk/AmiguruME-Allison-Hoffman/dp/1454703970  . There are no patterns for individual projects  just basics heads and body shape to get you started  . The book is lovely but where to start.


Well today we went to scare crow festival here are some examples

 This got me thinking  every one has a favourite actor or tv programme.  The gladiator pictured above is classic example my friend adores the film.I could surely  have a go at creating a Russel crow for her . I need to fish the project I am.currently on  then I will explore creating  some special.dolls. if they can make scarecrows I should be able to create a yarn version.my mind is buzzing with idea . It's funny where inspiration  can strike