Day 7 Handmade Christmas Advent

Christmas tree pillow boxes - set of four by Gooseberrymoon on Folksy



A set of four gorgeous handmade pillow boxes featuring Christmas trees design on both sides. Printed in an olive, plum and teal colour scheme on 100% recycled manilla card. I have ordered a set of these and can't wait for them to arrive so that I can pop a little gift or money in them. Click here to see more of Gooseberrymoon's delightful designs.

Don't forget to leave a comment between Day 1 and Day 10 for the chance of winning a little bag of goodies made by my own fair hand.

Pop by tomorrow to see who's featured in Day 8 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Day 6 - Deerheart by Catface & Pancakes on Folksy

I had to include something from Catface & Pancakes - her cute and quirky plushies are just great for stocking fillers. And, she's having a 'buy one get one half price' sale in her Folky shop. With prices starting a just £4 they're a bargain.

These Deerhearts have arrived just in time for Christmas! They delight in being hung from a festive tree and glittering in the soft fairylights. Deerhearts are made from beautiful soft brown wool, creamy felt, chocolate brown embroidery silk and a sparkly thread to create the glimmering red nose. They are finished off with a seasonal red collar with a jingley bell to summon the arrival of Christmas!

Don't forget to leave a comment between Day 1 and Day 10 for the chance of winning a little bag of goodies made by my own fair hand.

Pop by tomorrow to see who's featured in Day 7 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Day 5 - Upcycled Foxy Twins by 'The Linen Cat'
This cute pair are in the Folksy Upcycle Christmas Competition which is raising money for the Sue Ryder Care Charity. Florian and Florence started life as a polyester fleece shirt, a floral cotton lawn shirt and a blue cord skirt along with some stuffing from an old cushion and some re-used ribbon. Bidding for this cute pair and all the other entries starts on the 7th. December and runs until the 13th. December.

See more of 'The Linen Cat' on her blog at http://thelinencat.wordpress.com/. I hope you are enjoying my handmade christmas advent calender. Don't forget to leave a comment between Day 1 and Day 10 for the chance of winning a little bag of goodies made by my own fair hand. Then I will put all the comments into a hat and let my son/daughter pick out the winning comment, so the more comments you leave the greater the chance of winning.

Pop by tomorrow to see whose featured in Day 6 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Handmade Advent Calender and Giveaway

Day 4 - Flower Patch Felted Dome Organic Tote Bag by FeltloveCymru

Be noticed and help the environment with this quirky shopping tote bag. The bag shell is sourced from India and is unbleached certified Fairtrade Organic Cotton. The flowers are hand cut from felt made from 'ecospun' recycled post consumer plastic bottles and the multi-coloured dome embellishments are handmade using felted 100% pure wool. Gorgeous and beautifully made. You can purchase this fab from FeltloveCymru's etsy shop.

I hope you are enjoying my handmade christmas advent calender. Don't forget to leave a comment between Day 1 and Day 10 for the chance of winning a little bag of goodies made by my own fair hand. Then I will put all the comments into a hat and let my son/daughter pick out the winning comment, so the more comments you leave the greater the chance of winning.

Pop by tomorrow to see whose featured in Day 5 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Handmade Advent Calender and Giveaway - Day 3

For Advent I am putting together a 'Handmade Advent Calender'. Each day of December up to the 24th. I will feature a handmade crafter or supplier. The theme is handmade and also upcycled, local (UK based) or charity fund raising items.

I am also running a giveaway. Just leave a comment on any day between Day 1 and Day 10. Then I will put all the comments into a hat and let my son/daughter pick out the winning comment, so the more comments you leave the greater the chance of winning. The giveaway will be a little surprise package of goodies made by my own fair hand.

Day 3 - Vintage Button Ring by Ruby Spirit Designs


This handmade ring was created using recycled vintage buttons. The ring base is of copper wire, which has been permanently coated to the colour of vintage brass. The wire is 100% lead and nickel free. I think it's a striking piece and a fabulous bargain at just £5. You can buy it in Ruby Spirit's Coriandr shop here.

Pop by tomorrow to see whose featured in Day 4 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Handmade Advent Calender and Giveaway - Day 2

Fabric Buttons 'Let it Snow' by Mollimoo



Mollimoo sells the cutest buttons in her folksy and etsy shops. Day 2 showcases this cute set of 4 fabric buttons, featuring Father Christmas, a snowman, a reindeer and a Christmas tree. All set on a green background. Gorgeous! Add that finishing yuletide touch to your knitted projects or handmade designs. Each button measures 22mm

Follow Mollimoo's blog at http://mollimoo.blogspot.com/

Pop by tomorrow to see whose featured in Day 3 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

Handmade Advent Calender and Giveaway - Day 1

For Advent I will be putting together a 'Handmade Advent Calender'. Each day of December up to the 24th. I will feature a handmade crafter or supplier. The theme is handmade and also upcycled, local (UK based) or charity fund raising items.

Many of these will be my favourite sellers on Etsy, MISI, Folksy or Coriandr. They may also be blog posts, free patterns or followers of my blog.

I am also running a giveaway. Just leave a comment on any day between Day 1 and Day 10. Then I will put all the comments into a hat and let my son/daughter pick out the winning comment, so the more comments you leave the greater the chance of winning. The giveaway will be a little surprise package of goodies made by my own fair hand.

DAY 1 - 'Envy' Pocket Mirror by Hidenseek.

I love this etsy seller and have featured her in a few of my etsy treasuries. She creates the most adorable artwork.

This pocket mirror is really cute - a great stocking filler gift for $5.99 plus $3.00 postage (approx £5.60).

You can also read her great blog at http://hiddeneloise.com/

Pop by tomorrow to see whose featured in Day 2 of my handmade Advent Calender - it may be you!!

I hope you enjoy my Advent Calender and don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win a little selection of handmade goodies.