I managed to finsih two different gifts this month, stitchery tea towels and cosmetic bags. I have no idea who will receive the tea towels. I am always in need of little extra gifts for people and like to have something on hand that is "handmade." I had these towels left over from a project last year, the rick rack was from a project a couple of years ago, the only thing that was new was the stitchery pattern. The pattern also has two other designs that I would like to make at some time.
My other finish is four cosmetic bags. I made these using fat quarters that have been in my stash for years. I even have a zipper stash, so I didn't even have to by those. ( I know the photo is awful) I actually made these for specific people. My aunt, two different cousins, and my niece. I plan on filling the bags with travel sizes of different toiletries.
Last year I got off to a great start with working on Christmas projects each month, but sadly toward the end of the year I slacked off and shouldn't have. My goal is to be better at it this year. My January project was three kitchen towels, embroidered with "Let it Snow" and some snowflakes. This was a free pattern Birdbrain designs, they have several different free stitchery patterns. ( I am into free this year). I purchased the towels at Hobby Lobby with a 50% off coupon earlier this year. The towels worked up very quickly and are put away until the holidays. 
