| 1. Attach motifs together to form curtains, scarves, pillows, bedspreads, tablecloths and table placemats. 2. Make a satin pillow the same size as motif, fill with potpourri, sew motif onto pillow for a nice decorative scented pillow that can be used to scent closets, drawers and cabinets. 3. Use a motif to make a nice "area rug" for a dollhouse. 4. Crochet motifs using regular sewing thread then sew together to form bookmarks. 5. Purchase a journal or small notebook, cover in attractive cloth and sew a motif on the cover to make a wonderful gift. 6. Frame a motif for an attractive wall hanging. 7. Laminate a motif and glue cork to the back to make attractive coasters. 8. Attach a magnet on the back for attractive décor for your fridge. 9. Sew onto a hemmed piece of muslin or satin, attach Velcro on the edges and fold in half for a handy holder for sewing needles. 10. Embed a motif made of sewing thread into a bar of soap for attractive bathroom décor that will amaze your guests. Instructions for embedding in soap can be obtained through the free "Scents And Beauty Business Course" at http://www.lyciall.com/beautycourse.htm 11. Sew a muslin bag the same size as motif, leaving one end open. Attach a motif to front and back of bag, attach Velcro for a closure and crochet a nice handle to make a sweet purse that any little girl will love. 12. Sew a motif onto the back pockets of jeans for a decorative touch that will always be in style. Add extra flair by sewing several motifs around the bottom of the jeans legs as well. 13. Glue 2 used CD’s together using rubber cement, with the shiny sides facing out. Glue a motif on each side, thread ribbon through the CD hole and hang in your car or by your window for an attractive sun catcher. 14. Dip a motif lightly in scented wax, lay it on waxed paper to dry, hang anywhere you’d like a freshening scent. 15. Cover an empty can with wallpaper, or attractive cloth, glue a motif onto the can for a decorative pencil holder. |
Maria Vowell is a published designer that has crocheted since she
was 11 years old, who has successfully mentored literally
hundreds of crafters, both online and off, and who has over 13
years experience at designing her own crochet patterns. To obtain
20 free vintage crochet patterns at Ms. Vowell’s site, please
visit the following URL: http://www.lyciall.com/patterns.htm
Crafts do make wonderful gifts. Now I don't pretend that ANY crafty gift is precious. A star made from popsicle sticks glued together might bring yards of happiness when given from a four-year old, but look rather tacky if you are forty. The gifts you choose to make for others should spring from a craft you do exceedingly well. A good craft gift might be defined as anything you do with your hands that makes your heart sing while you are making it. When the one receiving the gift hears that singing and joins in then you will have given a gift which is priceless. Not all of us knows what a rabbet is, but all of us will have talents which give us an affinity to at least one of the crafty ideas inside this package. I invite you to check out the book marks and dig in. Don't be afraid to try any of these ideas. Each one was chosen for the author's skill in explaining the steps to take. You will probably be pleasantly surprised and how easily you acquire the skills needed for any craft idea that you like. There is a link in each craft article so that you can easily reach the author for similar material.
http://www.BrowzerBooks.com/freebo///craftygifts.pdf is the download site.
This book will make a swell gift for all your craft loving friends. Pass it on, then take a look at what all else we have in store for you..