Yah for last minute gifts!

What a wonderful break we had! We went to see a play, went to the zoo, went camping, watched movies, visited family, ate good food and cuddled. I also had an opportunity to work on one of my favorite cold weather pastimes–knitting. I will write more later about knitting but today I want to focus on one of the nice things that having some crafting skills help you do–last minute gifts.

I found out yesterday that one of our close friends just had her baby. I called to arrange to bring a meal and I was asked if “tomorrow would work?” I hesitated for a moment, did I have time to plan a meal, cook it, get a gift and such? Then I remembered my stash of yarn and pantry full of items, “yes” was my reply.

My next step was to go to Ravelry and look for patterns. I typed in quick newborn and quick toys. I picked out the kid’s crown for big sister and the newborn sleeping bag for baby brother.

By skipping nap and working at odd minutes like while the children were doing school and while waiting to pick Proeun up from work, I was able to get both projects done in an afternoon and for no cost. I really loved both patterns, my girls want crowns and the sleeping bag was so cool I know it will be in the future. It is such a pleasure to create things for people who are crafty themselves so even though it took little time and no money I know it will be appreciated in the way only handmades can. Have you made any creative handmade gifts?