Tag Archives: Christmas

Merry Christmas to You and Your Family!

Posted on 25/12/2014 by monsteryarns
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My Christmas Present to Myself

Posted on 18/12/2014 by monsteryarns

Do you buy yourself a Christmas present? I do! I know it’s decadent and spoilt, but at this time of year if I buy anything for me that I don’t actually need, I call it my Christmas present. This year … Continue reading →

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The Best Knitted Christmas Decorations

Posted on 04/12/2014 by monsteryarns

Christmas is very firmly just around the corner and there is no point ignoring it. And if you give in gracefully, it is possible to make the most beautiful decorations for your home and presents – and there is still … Continue reading →

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Felted Christmas Stocking – a Pattern

Posted on 10/11/2014 by monsteryarns

It’s been a while since I’ve played around with felting yarn – the last time was when I made a felted bag which is well-loved. That was my first time felting for a large project – I didn’t dare take … Continue reading →

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A Very Merry Christmas to you and your Knitting

Posted on 20/12/2013 by monsteryarns

The days before Christmas have just melted away. We’ve had some more works on the house, leaving further dust and dirt to deal with. I’ve changed jobs and I wonder at my naivete at joining a team at the end … Continue reading →

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Twinkler Stars by Cherry Heart

Posted on 14/12/2013 by monsteryarns

Cherry Heart does it again – beautiful stars to make for Christmas. Cherry Heart: Twinkler Stars.

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Christmas Jumper Day and Family Activites with Save the Children

Posted on 09/12/2013 by monsteryarns

  Save the Children has a fantastically fun fundraising even going on RIGHT NOW to encourage us all to make and wear a Christmas knit.   CALLING ALL KNITTERS! Make the world better with a sweater on Friday 13 December … Continue reading →

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Cone Christmas Tree Crochet Patterns | Petals to Picots

Posted on 07/12/2013 by monsteryarns

Lovely Christmas Tree decorations to make for your home.   Cone Christmas Tree Crochet Patterns | Petals to PicotsPetals to Picots.

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Pompom Christmas Wreath – a Family Make

Posted on 02/12/2013 by monsteryarns

I suppose it all started when I bought some pompom makers and the boys wanted to try them. And of course there was that walk along the river when my husband absent-mindedly made a wreath of the weeping willow branches … Continue reading →

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Christmas Stocking on a Loom

Posted on 18/11/2013 by monsteryarns

It is most definitely Christmas preparation time everywhere. Buildings have started groaning under the weight of decorations, Carols are on a never-ending loop in all the shops and I’m knitting Christmas stockings and making a Christmas wreath. More on the … Continue reading →

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