Happy New Year

A New Year's resolution for 2014. But not really. Because I don't make resolutions. Although who doesn't like the idea of a fresh start? And really? This "resolution"? No chance of happening.

Happy New Year everyone!

p.s. this ditty can be found over on Spoonflower.

Merry Christmas to you & yours

Christmas Critters: Printable Gift Tags

Whoa, so it's December. And Christmas is only weeks away! At the risk of sounding like a total cliche, I love this time of year. The sparkle, the excitement, the cookies, the presents, the feelings of hope and anticipation for Christmas. I also love giving gifts. Even if my entire family decided to not exchange gifts anymore I'd still get gifts for everyone. Surprise, surprise, I have a fondness for making gifts too. My only handicap is that I always run out of time for all the things I have planned: sewing projects, baking projects, my list is always far longer than could possibly be accomplished in the month of December. If only I were one of those people who started Christmas projects in October. Alas.

This year I did have one project in mind: I wanted to make ornaments for my kids. We give them a new Christmas ornament every year and I've always bought them before: Hallmark ornaments, Land of Nod, etc. I came up with these wintery animals and had them personalized and printed through zazzle.com. I'm pretty happy with how they turned out. I also turned this same design into a fabric and gift wrap pattern available on Spoonflower. Then I made a little gift for you this year too! Feel free to download these Christmas Critters printable gift tags and use them on your packages tied up with string. Happy Holidays!

Download available here. 

Print on cardstock, cut out, punch a hole & tie with string or ribbon.