Christmas Cat Cross Stitch

Another little cross stitch pattern completed...one more down in the run up to Christmas. I've done something I have always wanted to do but never been brave enough and plucked up courage this week to do this cross stitch on the tram on the way to work. Yes I got some funny, inquisitive looks but I don't care! I am embracing my skill as it is something to be proud of. I'm surprised you don't see more people doing it.

Christmas Cat Cross Stitch b @GlitteredPink

Christmassy Cat Cross Stitch

Christmas Cat Cross Stitch Pattern

My plan is to make this into a Christmas ornament which can be hung on the tree. I am going to give to my fiances mum with her Christmas card in honor of the new member of the family her new kitten Legolas. I'm not a massive fan of cats but this pic does make me go arrr...don't you agree.

Legolas

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In other news I have stumbled across a couple of new blogs today which I have been inspired by. Another craft item to add to the Christmas list is this Christmas pudding pinata, found on http://peasandneedles.blogspot.co.uk/ I think it will be great fun to do with friends and family this Christmas, as long as no one gets injured!

Snowman Cross Stitch

Take on snowman cross stitch kit, 1hr and 1/2 later and voila!! 

This took me about 1hr and 1/2 to do when I got home from work tonight in between having my tea and watching telly. It was the perfect break and down time to have on a Monday night before netball. I'm chuffed with the results and how quick it was to stitch. 

Snowman Cross Stitch Pattern

 

Snowman Cross Stitch

My plan is to do a couple of these between now and Christmas on my hour tram journey to and from work...I will not be embarrassed about sewing in public. It's a skill I need to be proud of and embrace with pride!

Christmas starts here!

'tis the season to be jolly!

Today was the Christmas light switch on in Sheffield city centre. The atmosphere was electric and people seemed happy to be out even though it was a cold and blustery evening! I love the twinkle that is Christmas and the smells coming from the eclectic Christmas market. 

I went home and snuggled up, ate popcorn and watched Home Alone! Home Alone is quite possibly the best Christmas film of all time! The countdown starts here...37 sleeps!

Movember challenge!

A good friend and colleague is showing her support by doing the 30 days Movember challenge. 
Helping with tash fun, I've created a little mobile tash especially for her...the only decision is which was to wear! Tashtastic!! 

http://uk.movember.com/

Poppy Appeal

Each year the nation expresses its support for The Royal British Legion's work through the Poppy Appeal.

Thinking and honoring of all who have served for our freedom.  

 

Christmas Cards

It's beginning to be feel a lot like Christmas..yay!

When buying a cup of tea earlier today the cashier wished me a 'Merry Christmas'... now hold up, stop right there we are in November! Now I love Christmas but that is too early for me! When I questioned this he replied saying 'well it's exactly six weeks today till boxing day', he had a point making it 48 sleeps till Christmas day...yipee! 

Filled with this Christmas cheer, I had a sudden urge when home to watch Home Alone (quite possibly one of the best Christmas films of all time), drink hot chocolate and to make Christmas cards. Well I ended up watching Gossip Girl instead (my favourite TV program) and I've run out of hot chocolate but I did make some Christmas cards. 

Sketched out in pencil first and then covered over in a gel pen, these cute little cards where simple and cheep to make and add a personalised touch to the festive season. 

Christmas Tree - Personalised Handmade Card @GlitteredPink

Star - Handmade Christmas Card @GlitteredPink

Nanas like you are a precious few

I can't express how much my Nana means to me. Growing up my parents separated when I was three and my Nana (my dad's mum) was a rock. She has always supported me and been there for me. Every Saturday my dad would pick me up and I used to enjoy going round to her house on a Saturday morning for peanut butter and butter on toast with a cup of very weak tea before my dad took me swimming or out for the day to the likes of Tatton Park.

She is the only grandparent I have really known. My Granddad (my mums dad) lived in Northern Ireland and unfortunately passed away while I was in my teens. My Nana's husband died before I was born and I have never met or will meet my mums mum, it's a long story. My Nana is the next closest thing to me after my fiancé and my parents. I don't know what I would do without her.

Living away I don't get to see her every Saturday like I used to. She is only ever a phone call away but the art of sending a letter is not one to be missed. This Sunday I am sending her a letter to update her on the exciting things happening and to also send her a little something to remind her how dear she is to me. I gave her one of these gifts when I was a child, unfortunately her house suffered from a burst water main and things where ruined. She expressed how she missed losing this so I decided to send her another.

The verse reads:

This is a very special gift

That you can never see

The reason it's so special

It's just to you from me

Whenever you are lonely

Or even feeling blue

You only have to hold this gift

And you know I think of you

You can never unwrap it

Please leave the ribbon tied

Just hold the box close to your heart

It's filled with love inside

Card made by Gilli Reeves www.adornmentuk.com

Send your Nana or grandparent a card today. Let them know how much they are loved.

Movember!!

Happy November or should I say Movember! In aid of Testicular Cancer, men will be showing their support this month by growing tash's. For those of us who can not sport a tash you can show your support in many other ways and thanks to the high street there are lots of pieces of moustache merchandise up for grabs, New Look in particular have loads!!
Here is a little something which I made earlier this year for a friend for her birthday, she is a major fan of the tash!!
Cute and simple don't you think?!