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I have fallen in love with the first project on my list and can't wait to organize my thoughts, gather my coupons, shop for supplies, and get started!! Here we go:
1. Make an Advent calendar. We had a large one (made of felt, I think) on the inside of our front door growing up (I wonder if my parents still have it! I may need to steal it if this project doesn't work out). There was a large Christmas tree and a calendar underneath with tiny felt ornaments in each day's pocket. Each day the ornament was placed on the tree. I remember the ornament for December 24th was Santa Claus and that was my favorite one. I remember being so excited each day as we got closer and closer to that Santa! Since I am crazy about traditions, I want to start something similar for my son and any possible future children.
I have had this tutorial from The Purl Bee bookmarked for nearly two years and think I finally have the courage to attempt it! Since I already have one sewing project under my belt, I think I am ready to at least give it a shot! I can only hope mine will look even remotely as good as this one from The Purl Bee :
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Looking at the finished product, I feel confident that I can do it, but I have to admit that the step-by-step instructions are a tad intimidating. I am hoping I can do it...or at least an acceptable version of it!! This one is filled with sewing, quilting, and knitting supplies to be given to someone crafty. I would obviously adapt this for our family...not quite sure how yet, but I will figure something out...some sort of small gift for each day. We'll see. Wish me luck! Ha ha.
As soon as I get moving with this project, I will show more of my list! :)
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5 comments:
Oh how cute! I love love it! You definitely are crafty. I have a feeling if I grabbed a glue gun I would do some damage somewhere! Can you just send me one over? LOL! kidding!
I can't wait to see it!! What a great idea for a project! We were in Trader Joe's the other day, and Hailey kept asking me to buy her a calendar. They love getting their daily treat:).
...I need to learn to sew (know I've told you that already:)!
Those colors are great! I cannot wait to see how you do yours. You have just reminded me that we had a similar one to the one you had growing up. Now you have me wondering if my parents still have it. My kids would love it!
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Such a cute idea. I can't wait to see what you come up with Suzie!
I still have the calendar...just haven't put it up in years. One item missing for years...don't know how that happened! I bought it at a Christmas church bazaar when you and your sister were young. Love, Mom
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