There are two months left until Christmas.

That means that as of today, there are two months less a day until Christmas!

Eeek!

I’ve got so many plans, ideas and hopes for Christmas gifts and crafts swimming around in my head right now that it’s a little intimidating.

Before I get myself all worked up, I’ve got a few solutions that have helped me to manage my holiday crafting before.  And hopefully they’ll help you too

• First of all, write down everything you’d like to do – don’t worry about the order or if it’s realistic, just make a list.
• Okay, now it’s time to prioritize.  What’s more important to finish?
• What do you need to make those projects?  Do you have the pattern already?  Take a look through your stash and see if you already have the fabric you need.  How about what notions you need?  Why not use your stash if you can – saving money during the holidays is always a good thing…
• I like to make more detailed lists for the “top priority” projects.  For example, if I’m making a stocking as a special gift for someone, I’ll write down the pattern number or make a quick sketch of it.  I’ll attach swatches of fabric and trim to the note.  It can even work to put everything into one bag or bin – that way you know you’ve got everything together to complete the project.

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How Many Days Left Until Christmas??

I cut out the outline of a stocking from white glitter felt (the stiffer felt works best for this project) making sure that the gift card will fit!

I used different decorative stitches to outline the heel & toe and then fill in the stocking.  If your machine doesn’t do decorative stitches, try alternating straight & zig-zag stitches.  I just used plain sewing machine thread, but you can go as fancy as you’d like!

When the front is embroidered to your satisfaction, lay it onto a larger piece of felt, wrong sides together.   Straight stitch around the outside.   I used pinking shears to cut out the stocking, but use what you’d prefer

Presto, a cute & simple way to give gift cards!

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easy holiday projects – embroidered gift card holder