beautifully bright gifts

go to this craft on marthastewart.com

i'm a total martha stewart fan!  when it comes to all things bright and beautiful she goes the whole nine yards!  the care and attention to the little things that mean the most are just the way it should be...especially during the holidays.  here is a great no-knit simple craft that is so darling for a child or even your sister or best girlfriend!  you can choose from so many organic yarns or even bamboo ones and see where your homespun creativity takes you!  even if it seems like homemade gifts take more time, you'll be surprised at how much more productive making them actually can be!  in the process, you can share some time with friends and loved ones - even get your kids involved! - get some relaxation in as crafting can be very therapeutic and great for your mind ~ body ~ heart connection and it just makes you feel good...naturally.  there are a ton of beautifully bright, simple ideas out there and the best part, is that homemade gifts are made by your two hands and your heart!  share your homemade gift ideas below!  the simplest thing to you may be the most wonderful gift to another! 

here are some great sites i found for yarn while writing this entry:
Planet Purl
Jimmy Beans
Knit Picks

feel free to also share your resource below!

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