Crazy Christmas Crafting

In case anyone is in need of a last-minute Christmas project, I thought I'd share a few of the things I've been working on (and actually completed) lately.  (It's becoming all too clear that my first attempt at knitting cables -- a lovely, green scarf -- won't be finished in time for Christmas.  Rats!)

A quilt.  Not exactly a quick gift for Christmas, but perfect for your sweet sister's first baby...  I'd been saving a set of particularly cute fat quarters for just the right occasion, and this was definitely it!  I can't wait to meet my new little niece (as soon as she's born, sometime in the new year).

A few lined zipper pouches, using the tutorial I found here.  The zipper pouches have been great for a number of people.  They come together quickly, and they're great for working down my embarrassingly large fabric stash.  They're also great when you just can't avoid giving a gift card -- a personal addition to an otherwise impersonal gift.

A lovely little crayon roll-up, using the tutorial here.  No photo, but I tell you, it has been a hit with Kathleen.  She likes sliding the crayons in their little slots.  I like that it's a whole lot cuter and more durable than the plastic baggie I've been using...

A felt crown for a little friend's third birthday.  I had to send away for the felt (I couldn't find a good local source), but once I had the felt, it was a piece of cake.  I used the tutorial I found here.

Another birthday goodie -- a birthday t-shirt.  This one is for a certain, special little girl whose third birthday is rapidly approaching.  She'll be sporting a matching felt crown, and I assure you that there will be plenty of photos of that.

That was a flurry of fabric!  But it was a lot of fun!