Free pattern: Fruity Christmas Stockings

How cute are these Fruity Christmas Stockings? Cintia from My Poppet created them, and she shares a free pattern for the on her blog. It would be so fun to make up a set of these for your family this year, especially if you live in part of the world where Christmas falls in the summer months. They’re made from felt and require only basic sewing skills. Her pattern includes a strawberry, a watermelon, and a pineapple stocking.

Click the link below to go to her tutorial:

DIY Fruity Christmas Stockings with Free Pattern, by My Poppet

[photo from My Poppet]

Looking for strawberry Fabric? Check these Strawberry fruit designs out.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!