Holiday Mandala

Yes, it is July and the temperatures are over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in many places, the holidays are probably the last thing on your mind. (I know beating the heat and how hot it is, is what I think about in summer!). But what a better time to start thinking about the cooler weather and start embracing the holiday season by getting started on your holiday gifting. Instead of waiting until November to start those crochet projects (which for some of us never get finished since we run out of time!) why not get started now?

Here we go a skein fresh off the hook:

                                        Holiday Mandala

This colorful Holiday Mandala is great for crocheters of all skill levels since it is done with basic crochet stitches and one special stitch. This is a one day or less crochet project that makes great gifts and decorations!

The classic Christmas color Mandala is done with Paintbox cotton dk yarn, the colors used are 424-Mustard Yellow, 401-Paper white, 414- Rose Red, 430-Grass green. This color scheme really has that holiday vibe!

The Icy color mandala is done with Paintbox cotton dk yarn, the colors used are 440-sailor Blue, 470-Macaron Green, 434-Marine Blue, 433-washed Teal. This color scheme has that winter or snowy feel. 

Remember, it is never too early to get started on holiday decorating or gifting!

If you like this pattern check out the Star Flower Snowflake Ornament.

Have a hooky day! Lynne

*All images are copyright by Lynne Samaan and D60 Crochet, please do not use without permission, Thank you!  

Star Flower Snowflake

Happy July! A month where we celebrate 4th of July and Christmas in July! Many people think that Christmas in July is made up, but according to whiteelephantonline.com The tradition began in "1933 when counselors at the Keystone Camp in Brevard, North Carolina threw what is believed to be the first Christmas in July celebration...... They continued the tradition and eventually it spread throughout the south." Many of us may not celebrate Christmas in July but this might be a great time to start thinking about your holiday crochet.

During the month of July, you can add a little holiday magic to your summer with our free holiday crochet patterns.

Here we go a skein, fresh off the hook:

                                                     Star Flower Snowflake

These quick and easy crochet snowflakes are done in chain and single crochet stitches, making the great for crocheters of all skill levels.

The great thing about crochet snowflakes is that they can be done in traditional white or in different color schemes and can be made into ornaments, bunting/garland or used to decorate gifts. 

Christmas in July may not be for you, but it is never too early to get started on holiday decorating or gifting!

Have a hooky day! Lynne

*All images are copyright by Lynne Samaan and D60 Crochet, please do not use without permission, Thank you!