This Xmas forget paper wrapping!

Isn't Xmas most exiting time of the year?  Cooking, baking, crafting, Christmas presents shopping – there is so much going on!  As a result there is not much time left when it comes to gift-wrapping which is usually left to the very last minute. I think we all agree that gift-wrapping could be much more exciting if time wasn't such an issue. Well, if you are one of the lucky ones, with a creative and crafty mind, who does get some spare time during this crazy exciting period you will probably find this post very useful. I have done some research on how to bring Christmas gift-wrapping to the next level and without the use of conventional paper. The Internet is swamping with ideas. Here are a few that really spoke to me.  I found the idea of using lace fabrics, buttons, various xmas-themed embellishments and ribbons as well as knit ware will make your well-crafted present cover a stand out. Here are some images to get you in the mood... Don’t forget to follow our Gift Wrapping with Fabrics board on Pinterest...

And what about these cute and stylish fabric gift bags below? We have tons of beautiful fabrics at Michael Levine’s online store suitable for this or any other holiday project. ...another great website for more ideas www.craftandcreativity.com...Have fun exploring...is there any other ideas that you know of? Please share it with us!

Sew and Tell - Holiday Projects

Love this idea for any holiday, not only Halloween. Thanks!

The holidays are coming...

Yesterday as I was walking from my main office to the internet office, as I must do 20 times per day, and I realized our ML elves have been very busy. As the holidays approach, they have been putting up new sample projects to get our customers inspired. I just wanted to share some of these projects with you . They range from super simple (I'm talking a great skein of yarn, some big needles and some cellophane) to ones that the more experienced sewers out there might like.

If you're looking for an easy gift idea, here are a few that I really love....



We have many beautiful skeins of yarn that (with 1 skein) you can make a beautiful scarf. The directions are included. Just add a large pair of needles (check the pattern to see what size is called for) and a pretty basket and your set. Great and super easy gift for the holidays.

We carry so many great books as well. If they love to knit, add a knitting one:  

If they like to crafts, try a fun felt book:



And I could go on and on.  What about filling a basket with fabric? Here are just a few of our pre-cut cotton bundles that make great gifts for your friends who like to quilt:



Lastly here is one of our cute sewing baskets. Have fun filling it with various items from our notion department.



Okay now for those of you who want to make something for those special someone in your life here are a few options...

I will start with the easy ones and work my way my up to the more advanced sewer...



We have so many fun polar fleece panels, from kids characters to sporting teams. These can simply be cut and used as blankets, especially for the kids, or you can finish the edges off.



Want your own grown up throw? Try lining this amazing, super soft faux fur.  I'm sure your honey would love to snuggle up under one of these.



Love to quilt? Look at this amazing flip flop quilt....Who wouldn't love to get that!

I also really like this cute holiday flannel blanket:



Two other great holiday gifts, very pretty & completely usable are table runners and pot holders. While they may sound old fashion with all the amazing choices in fabrics at the store they won't be dated. You can make them as cool as your imagination lets you. Here are a few holiday ones our busy elfs just finished...



Thanksgiving table runner



Pot holders and an adorable place mat

Okay just when I thought your tour was done I saw a few more goodies...



Love these Ugg-like baby booties. If you have any extra yarn around these would make up so quick and what a perfect gift for anyone with a little one.



If you crochet here are 2 great little purses that all your friends would love to get.

Okay so that is it from the Apparel store. I will be checking out the Home Decor store in the coming days. I hope our elves are hard at  work over there as well!