Crocheted Owls

I've been trying my hand at crochet over the Christmas break.

I'm a complete novice, never having tried it before, but found it quite easy to pick up and immensely satisfying.

Here's a great project for beginners; these devastatingly cute little owls!

A Box of Owls

The pattern is simple enough for a beginner to follow. It's by Ana Clerc and can be found here:

www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/owls-two-ways-knit

Owl Line-Up

The pattern suggests using buttons, felt, etc for eyes.  All are good! I made my eyes by crocheting a small circle (chain 6, SC into first chain to make circle. 2 SC next 6 stitches - makes a 12 stitch circle). Sew 6mm beads onto the crochet circle, then sew onto the owl. You need to make 2 for each owl.

The beak is made from a red triangle of handmade paper, which I stitched on with red thread.

My kids absolutely adore these little fellas and are asking for them in a variety of colourways.

Good luck!

Kate x.

Ice Christmas - Free Christmas Printables

So, it's bloomin' freezing here in Scotland right now, and today saw our first proper snowfall of the winter.

Chaos!!

It's been a nightmare trying to get around today, but, it is very pretty! It's looking like a Winter Wonderland and inspired me to have a go at some snow-inspired Christmas labels, toppers, etc.

You can download the Ice Christmas printables here.

Please note that the Ice Christmas printables are strictly for personal use only. Enjoy!

Katharine x.

Wedding Activity Pack Free Printable

Hello,

Welcome to Canning Creatives, my new Blog, featuring my favourite craft projects, tutorials and printables.

Free Wedding Activity Pack Printable

To celebrate launching Canning Creatives, I've got a free printable for you!  Check out this Wedding Activity Pack - great for amusing kids during the wedding reception and speeches!

There's something for all ages; they can decorate the wedding cake pictured below, and play Carriage spot-the-difference.  All you need to do is provide colouring pencils/crayons and the little ones will be too busy to be bored!

Get your free Wedding Activity printable here.

The Canning Creatives Wedding Activity Pack is strictly for personal use only.