What's Inside the Holiday 2006 Issue of Create and Decorate


What's Inside the Holiday 2006 Issue of Create & Decorate

Projects
	Punch Needle Sheep The call of the country is strongly embedded in this mini sheep mat. Take an afternoon drive through the countryside and you’re sure to see flocks of sheep grazing around the landscape and along the outskirts of local farm stands.
	Treats for Little Tricksters Drawing inspiration from a love of Halloween, a trio of plain cones become clever catchalls for the costumed children’s candy. What little fingers could resist one of these ghoulish pockets filled with treats!
	Harvest Home Rug Come home to country style! Welcome friends and neighbors right at the front door with an eye-catching punched rug. This technique is similar to punch needle embroidery, only on a larger scale.
	Seasonal Saltbox Capturing the colorful rhythm of autumn, our saltbox scene is a friendly, familiar sight this time of year. The charm of our design lies in the unique surface, a pumpkin that appears to have been plucked right from the pumpkin stand.
	Homestead Wall Hanging The aged beauty of a rustic farmhouse is woven into each stitch on our homestead wall hanging. Add a dose of historic charm to your dwelling at this special time of year.
	Autumn Blessin's Oil Lamp Allow our little oil lamp to grace your Thanksgiving table and provide a warming glow throughout the evening festivities.
	Aries Ram The ram was inspired by an 1870's antique hooked rug. The warm earth colors coupled with the Aries ram theme make this a very transitional piece. It accents well for holiday decorating as well as for everyday.
	Barn Star Reversible Pillow Barn stars are wonderful design elements to incorporate into a primitive country decorating scheme. Antique lovers have long sought them out and used them as decorative architectural elements. This is a quick and easy project to spice up your home for the holidays.
	Have You Any Wool? Cynthia’s primitive designs reflect her rural New England heritage. Often depicting scenes and signs from old taverns, inns, general stores, and weathered seaside villages, her work is intertwined among the roots and fabric of our history.
	Felted Falling Leaves Come fall, what could be more fun than jumping into a freshly raked pile of leaves? Bring this joy indoors, allowing some of these colorful autumn leaves to land on a felted wool pillow. Keep your décor casual and fun this time of year.
	Pineapples and Birds Extend the warmest of greetings from your home and table this holiday with a textured wool centerpiece. A pineapple, the colonial symbol of hospitality, mixes effortlessly with folk art birds and berries on this candle mat.
	Winter Wonderland As you sit by the fire indoors, snuggled up tight against the cold, create a piece that celebrates the joys found outdoors this time of year.
	Folksy Angel Pillow Memories are tied to the decorations of the season. Hook this special pillow in your favorite wool colors to celebrate a new home, a new birth, a new year, a new tradition!
	“Peace on Earth” Plate This is just the merry piece you need for your collection of holiday plates. Capturing a frosty Christmas night, this winter scene conveys feelings of peace and tranquility.
	Heritage Snow Angel Welcome the spirit of the season with an old-style snow angel. Look closely as subtle touches of yesteryear — rug hooked wings and star and needle felted dress accents—add some humble charm to this heirloom.
	JOYs of the Season Wrap your home from top to bottom in wool accents. Our navy and yellow color scheme brings to mind silent nights, evening candlelight, and falling snow glistening against a midnight sky.
	Holiday Scoops Each of our scoops is the perfect finishing touch to a special gift. Place one in a bucket of homemade sugar cookies, alongside apples and oranges in a woodland basket, or atop a tower of candies. Also the ideal size to top off a stocking for someone who has been very good this year!
	Holly Chair Pad Come Christmastime in the country, decorating with holly is as natural as snow drifting on the pine trees and atop the fence posts. Capture a beautiful sprig of holly leaves and berries in wool on a handsome chair pad.
	Father Time Finding inspiration in nature, Rebecca chose a woodland-themed base and rustic-style Santa for her holiday clock. In keeping with the woodsy feel, nest this piece into a large grapevine wreath or amongst pinecones on a cupboard shelf for the season.
	Seasons Greetings When it comes to Christmas cards and cookies, homemade is always best! Send the warmest of greetings around the country this holiday season with these homespun embellished cards.
	Days of Christmas Whether at home or on the go, allow a festive organizer to serve as a gentle reminder for all those mounting little tasks that creep up this time of year. We hope this piece will keep you organized and help energize your holiday.
	A Redware Christmas The holidays have arrived—the time of year to blend the old with the new. A retro-inspired tree, with redware-themed ornaments and planter, will spruce up your holiday homestead.
	Wooly Red Birds A comb-painted simple wooden box, topped off with a beautiful punch needle design worked in overdyed wool threads through deep mustard mottled wool for a beautiful, soft, and primitive effect. Tuck a special gift inside and present it to a close, antique-loving friend this Christmas.
	Pockets Full of Joy Holidays at the old homestead are made even more special when decorating with antiques. Fill heirloom yellow ware bowls with fruits and greens to convey good tidings to family and friends.
	Christmas Bread Cloths Make your holiday linens just as fun and festive as the food served on them. This coordinating trio can be used to accent your holiday feast or to sweeten up the buffet of desserts.
	Winter Blessings Candle Lamp Warm up your winter days and nights with the soft glow of candlelight. Our little candle lamp makes a bright gift idea or can be a festive and fun addition to a mantle laden with garland and stockings.
	Mini Wool Gift Pockets The cheer starts here on Christmas Eve! For each family member, fill a special gift pocket with a small token or treasure and hang them on the tree. Each person can hunt for their pocket and discover a surprise inside.
	Santa Penny Mat All is merry and bright as the children eagerly await Christmas morning. Hang this folk art piece from the fireplace, just below a glass of milk and a plate of fresh-baked cookies, for jolly old St. Nick.
	Winter Mug Rugs Complete the festive effect of your holiday table with individual wool mug rugs. Each is a handy little companion with lots of character.
	Quilted Christmas Blessings Have a cozy Christmas this year. Sew the quilted border on this piece with paint instead of thread and bring the comfort of a handmade quilt into any room. Our sampler will serve as a gentle reminder to simplify your holidays and count your blessings.
	Christmas Remembered Here’s an old-fashioned nod to 50's-style holiday décor, full of vintage beauty. Antique Christmas images are surrounded by felt or batting then further embellished with touches of glittery trim, paper, and mica flakes.
	Chase the Snowflakes Winter activities with family and friends help to make the most of the chilly season. Take the time to bundle up, then head outdoors for some old-fashioned fun—ice skating, sleigh riding, and building snowmen.
	Dressy Tea Towel This time of year revolves around entertaining and bringing people together. At your next holiday party, delight guests as appetizers arrive with this dressy tea towel. The charm of an event is often in the little details that leave a lasting impression.
	“Bundle Up” Ornaments As snow blankets the countryside, you’ll be thinking of warm woolen mittens, scarves, hats, and sweaters. Of all your favorite trims, these just might be the most heartwarming addition to the Christmas tree.
	Punch Needle Pockets One of the most popular toys for Victorian children to receive for Christmas was a rocking horse. Both boys and girls alike enjoyed this present from St. Nicholas. For decades, children have also delighted in making snowmen. Both of our pockets will bring a touch of youthful charm to your holiday celebrations.
	Star Pincushion Box An update on grandma’s sewing box, this handy little organizer has a simple, festive flair. Use the box to store your favorite threads, buttons, trims, etc. Keep in mind this piece could also be used to hold small projects for travel.
Features
	Primitive Sign Series Deck the halls with history and handmade holiday décor. Celebrating the gifts of home and heritage, our sign is the perfect piece to complement the season’s finest fresh pine wreaths, garlands, and rustic candles.
	Country Lanes Tina Payton: Payton Primitives
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