Holiday Craft Source

I was browsing on the internet this morning looking for free stitchery sampler patterns.  Personally I am not that good at cross stitch or needlepoint but I do seem to have quite a few stitchery kits in my craft room, some started and some never opened.  Also, I have made a few as gifts over the years.

Anyway, here are two sampler patterns that I found this morning:

• Anniversary Sampler from Better Homes and Gardens. If you have friends or family members celebrating a special Wedding Anniversary, this would make a beautiful gift. Click here for supply list and to download the pattern.

• New England Button Sampler from About.com . I think this would make a great gift for that friend who is a crafter or to hang in your craft/sewing room.  Click here for supply list and instructions.

If you are looking to buy stitchery sampler patterns or kits be sure to check on Ebay –  

Sampler Stitchery Book w/ Patterns by Jill Jarnow US $3.49 Auction Ends: Monday Sep-06-2010 11:24:37 PDT   | Watch this Item

BERRY TREE SAMPLER :: Stitchery Pattern :: CATHY PENTON US $4.57 Auction Ends: Monday Sep-13-2010 22:38:56 PDT   | Watch this Item

12 Folk Art Primitive Stitchery Sampler Patterns US $24.95 Auction Ends: Tuesday Sep-14-2010 13:37:07 PDT   | Watch this Item

Sampler Stitchery book 20 project patterns Jarnow 1982 US $9.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Sep-22-2010 7:37:04 PDT   | Watch this Item

Redbird Sampler - Pretty stitchery mini quilt pattern US $12.34 Auction Ends: Friday Sep-24-2010 18:03:02 PDT   | Watch this Item

Happy Crafting!!

I found a few free Knit and Crochet Scarf patterns to share with you today. I always enjoyed making a new scarf to wear in Winter.

Simple Crochet Scarf pattern from Crochet ‘N’ More. To make this scarf you will need to know how to do the following crochet stitches: single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc) and chain (ch). Finished size is about 8 by 48 inches.

Crazy Scarf pattern from Crochet ‘N’ More to crochet. Use up some of your scrap wool to make up this scarf. You will need to know how to do the following crochet stitches: chain (ch), single crochet (sc) and treble crochet (tr). Finished size about 5 inshces wide and make as long as you like.

Easy Knit Scarf pattern from Knit Witch Patterns. An easy scarf pattern for beginner knitters. Finished size about 7 by 60 inches.

Striped Scraf Knit Pattern from Craftown.  A colorful scarf to knit. Easy for beginner knitters. Finished size 10 X 104 inches (without fringe).

I hope you enjoy making one of these scarfs to wear this Winter.

Happy Crafting!!

Sunday is Children’s Craft Day here at Holiday Craft Source.

This Sunday I would like to share with you 3 Winter Craft Projects.

• Snow Family Finger Puppets from Kaboose, for children aged 6 and up. These finger puppets are made using a white knit glove, small pom poms, chenille stem pieces, scrap material, and scrap felt. Click here for complete supply list and instructions.

• Snowman Necklace or Ornament from Enchanted Learning. This snowman necklace is made using scrap black and white construction paper, paper clip, tiny twigs, buttons and googly eyes (optional). Click here for complete supply list and instructions.

• Bobbing Bird from Family Fun. These pint-sized penguins are made with a bit of foam and little more. Click here for complete supply list and instructions.

I hope that you enjoy making the above crafts with your children this week.

Happy Crafting!!