Friday, December 12, 2014

STOCKING STUFFERS AND A 4th QUARTER FINISH

Just in time for Christmas, I was given a pattern called 'little wallet' by Valori Wells. I whipped up a few as stocking stuffers for the girls.



They worked up so fast.  I enjoy putting hand made things into the stockings so along with their knitted socks, they will each get one of these


they are just big enough to tuck a little treat card into and perhaps some cash


and, AND I finished this pair of socks that were on my fourth quarter list


I had coffee with a friend the other day and was able to gift them to her.  Apparently she's waiting until Christmas to open them    : )   This was by far the nicest sock yarn I have ever knit with.  It's Madelinetosh and the colour is Dahlia.  I need to get more

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21 comments:

  1. LynneDecember 12, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    Oh those socks! Good ol' Madtosh, it never disappoints.
    The little wallets are adorable and make perfect stocking stuffers.
    What a good Santa you are!!!

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  2. Needled MomDecember 12, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Those socks are gorgeous. I love the color. The little wallets are a great idea too. It's a great idea for a gift card.

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  3. quiltmaniaDecember 12, 2014 at 9:11 AM

    So many gifts to give, so little time. You amaze me!

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  4. DeannaDecember 12, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    Love the little wallets, and the socks are beautiful.
    Is the pattern for the wallets on line?
    As for the socks, haven't finished the first pair I started a few years ago lol!! You continue to amaze me.

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  5. Kim S. @ Leland Ave StudiosDecember 12, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    You are so talented! The little wallets are adorable and those socks are Amazing!

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  6. Live a Colorful LifeDecember 12, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    These are the most beautiful color! And I envy your ability to knit socks. I used Madelinetosh chunky last year to make some scarves--fabulous yarn!

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  7. Christine @ 12,450miles December 12, 2014 at 6:03 PM

    Those little wallets are so sweet! Love!

    I love the socks as well! I knit with DK weight Madelinetosh and find it so lovely. When I finally get my first sock done, maybe I'll cast on a pair in Madelinetosh!

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  8. VickiDecember 12, 2014 at 7:27 PM

    Your little wallets are so precious. Love the socks and the color.

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  9. Jennie @ Porch Swing QuiltsDecember 13, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    My favorite little wallet pattern! Yours turned out so cute.

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  10. Teresa in Music CityDecember 13, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Cute cute little purses! And those socks are gorgeous - love the color!!!

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  11. mleDecember 13, 2014 at 10:28 AM

    Woohooo! getting stuff done Carla! I need to get to work in my little elf shop too LOL!

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  12. Dawn HughesDecember 14, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    I couldn't wait any longer, WOW, how blessed am I. I have never had homemade socks before, so soft and amazing knitting, by the very very talented Carla. Thank You, I will treasure them and wear them on special occasions...

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  13. KimDecember 14, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    Oh could you adopt me....pleeeze?? Love these wallets!!

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  14. OPQuiltDecember 14, 2014 at 9:21 PM

    Beautiful socks in a beautiful color. Fun little wallets, too! I just want you to know I'm all ready for the EPP quilt-a-long, having bought the book. I've also sent a couple of friends over to your blog where you talk about that. Maybe I'll get a few to play along with me?

    Merry Christmas!
    Elizabeth

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  15. Granny Maud's GirlDecember 15, 2014 at 1:59 AM

    Cute bags, and well done on the socks! They are a beautiful colour.
    I know what you mean about yarn quality - the feel of a yarn makes all the difference when knitting. I have had some wear my hands raw, and few sock yarns are really soft as they need a bit of something to make them hardwearing.

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  16. CraftycreateDecember 15, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    Love your wallets all so colourful and the socks are too!

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  17. rachelDecember 15, 2014 at 9:38 PM

    you rocked it! everything about it is perfection. you nailed every detail!

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  18. CatherineDecember 15, 2014 at 10:47 PM

    I love your socks, they are almost too perfect. The color of the yarn is stunning too. I would love to have time to make a project like the little wallets. So much nicer to have something to put some cash in for a gift.

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  19. Martha December 16, 2014 at 10:38 PM

    Oh my goodness your handmade gifts are amazing. Those little wallets are super cute.I'm not even close to being finished with my Christmas sewing :)

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  20. Janine @ Rainbow HareDecember 16, 2014 at 11:36 PM

    Those pouches are great and I love the socks. Your friend will get a wonderful surprise on Christmas Day!

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  21. Katy CameronJanuary 8, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    Congrats on your finishes :o)

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