Wednesday, November 21, 2012

A Hostess Gift: Wine Charm

I needed to get a gift done for my friend - not only is it her turn to host Thanksgiving, but I had done a post to have people get a handmade gift from me this year and she was one. I spent months trying to figure out to make each person, and then I saw the latest Cross Stitch and Needlework Magazine - PERFECT!!
 So, I sat down last night and stitched the Christmas Tree. It only took an hour and a half to stitch it (it would have been less if I hadn't added an extra row and had to frog). 

This morning, I used Aleene's Stiffen Quik on the white felt in order to stiffen it to hold the backside of the charm. I had received my order from Fusion Beads which included the Sterling Silver Beading Hoop, the jump rings and the 3mm Swarovski Elements Crystal Mix- Christmas blend. 

I put everything together based on the picture, and added the crystals. I decided to add the jump rings prior to gluing the felt on the back. I didn't see how I would be able to add the jump rings through the felt and it seemed the better way. 



So, in just a few hours, I have a great little gift to give my friend. Even my hubby has decided that he likes the looks of these and has requested a custom order for his own Wine Charm.

6 comments:

  1. I have looked for this magazine - none of my newstand have it yet... So Sad- Love your Wine Charm... Wonderful Gift

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    1. This particular pattern is available on their website under "Free Downloads" so you can whip up some wine charms while you wait for the magazine. I subscribe to it since my local stores never carry it. :)

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  2. Very cute idea. Those wine charms come in handy. I may have to do some! Good job!

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  3. Wow this is so cute. I really love this idea. Well done on your super quick gift.

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  4. This is such a nifty idea and yours turned out beautifully!

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