Xmas for me arrives with a big flashing neon light screaming 'Commercialism Ahead!' This Xmas I am boycotting as much commercial ick as I can by attempting to make, bake or buy 100% handmade. I have lots of delicious plans but sadly not much time.
What to handmake for a 30 yr old boy, that is of paramount concern here right now. Last year I asked him what he would like. He was being cheeky and rather ridiculous at the time, plus being the bug lover he is simply said "A praying mantis!" I laughed. We laughed. Then I started drawing up the pattern. Here she is. We adore her. She takes pride of place on one shelf in our dining room. Problem? This years gift has to top the darn mantis. Crap. The envisaged crochet stubby holder may not suffice this year.... any ideas?
What to handmake for a 30 yr old boy, that is of paramount concern here right now. Last year I asked him what he would like. He was being cheeky and rather ridiculous at the time, plus being the bug lover he is simply said "A praying mantis!" I laughed. We laughed. Then I started drawing up the pattern. Here she is. We adore her. She takes pride of place on one shelf in our dining room. Problem? This years gift has to top the darn mantis. Crap. The envisaged crochet stubby holder may not suffice this year.... any ideas?
oh, mum gave me a random gift today, wait for it.. a 72 PACK OF STUDIO DERWENTS!!!! :):):):):) ok ok, I have wished for these since I was 12 years old.. that is 15 years of wishin! I seriously love them mum, your the best!
C'mon already school holidays!!!
hmm, hard to beat a praying mantis... I am having problems thinking of something handmade with love I could make for my 30yr old boy too. I like that name '30yr old boy' by the way, mind if I borrow it?
ReplyDeleteGreat gift from your mum, I'm no help on the gift idea though, just here to say hello and that the mantis rocks! X
ReplyDeleteI'm making my 34 year old the backgammon set in the meet me at mikes book - have you seen it? I did 100% handmade gifts last year but I'm not this year - not enough time! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThe Mantis is awesome, sorry, no idea how you will top that this year! Maybe a matching pair? A mantis mate?
ReplyDeleteHave you started making your handmade Christmas tree ornaments yet?
ReplyDeleteI'm with you on the handmade thing. Good luck with matching up plans and time.
ReplyDeleteThat praying mantis and how she came about great... a family tale that will last a lifetime. But yes, expectations have been set high. You could make her a fellow buggy friend, or a hanging stick mobile thing for her to sit on, or maybe the crochet stubby holder might make the grade with a praying mantis on it..?? Maybe....
The praying mantis is super - maybe you could sew a twig for it - or a yoga mat? I dunno - guys are tricky to make for in my opinion. Good on you for taking the pledge to go handmade.
ReplyDeleteThose black ones (studio???) are the very best! Enjoy. As for that praying mantis, that'll take some topping!
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