Friday, 7 December 2012

Finished by Friday 7 and day 7 of advent.


It's taken me ages to tackle a few Christmas cards this year. I just couldn't find inspiration anywhere.
Then I saw the gorgeous Christmas wreath that Gina (of Fan my Flame blog) had made. See it here in her Etsy shop- Ginxie - it's worth popping over for a look.
She made it with handmade fabric poinsettias and Christmas roses and it really is stunning.
So, I thought I would use those flowers for my cards.
I must say that, although they looked simple, they took ages to make but I enjoyed playing with my sewing machine. The photos are poor as its been so gloomy today,
 This one is a little wreath made with a collage of Christmas fabric snippets and red flowers.
 Lastly - the little hoodie that I made for Steve. I have just received a photo of him wearing it and he looks a real poppet - so snuggly and cosy. I adapted the pattern for chunky wool.
Ok that's it for today.
Pop back tomorrow for Advent day 8.

x Jo
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6 comments:

  1. Annie7 December 2012 at 07:17

    Love the cards Jo....keep up the good work. :-)
    The hoodie looks fab on the little man so huge thanks for all your efforts.
    Hugs,
    A x

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  2. Di7 December 2012 at 08:28

    I agree, Jo, those cards are terrific and what a cute little hoodie. Have a great weekend! Hugs, Di xx

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  3. Redanne7 December 2012 at 09:24

    Jo, your cards are absolutely beautiful and the little hoodie is so cute. I am knitting a hat and mits at the moment and loving it - have not knitted for years! Hugs, Anne x

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  4. Christals Creations7 December 2012 at 10:54

    I do love you Friday posts. Thank you for sharing with us.

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  5. Anne7 December 2012 at 21:39

    Lovely cards and I really like the dove in your previous post. Anne x

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  6. Gina8 December 2012 at 21:12

    Your Christmas roses look stunning Jo. And thanks for the mention.

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Thanks for all your comments. I really appreciate your thoughts and ideas.