Teacups Stocking Swap

I belong to a local group of women quilters who meet once a week in the evenings to share our craft.   We're really more than just quilters, as many of the women also do other art forms such as knitting, crochet, jewelry making, mixed media, etc.   In many cases the craft is done part-time in addition to full time jobs, or whatever else keeps us busy during the day.

On any given week you might find some of us working on quilt projects, whether finishing or starting  something new, or even knitting a sweater or a hat.  Sometimes there are challenges going on where we have a theme to work towards a particular project, with a set due date.  Either way, it's a great setting for fellowship, sharing of ideas, as well as show and tell when someone in the group wants to share a finished project.

Two weeks ago we had a stocking swap, which was optional to participate in.  My swap partner was Ro, this energetic, quick thinking quilter, knitter, blogger and one always looking for new methods to accomplish projects faster, and more efficient.   The only requirements were to make your own stocking, pass to your partner, then fill it with handmade items only.  Oh what fun!   I was elated and overwhelmed with all the goodies in my stocking which I had to share.

Finally a quilted needle holder - all my needles in one place, and great for travel.  I love it!

lower left shows needle holder folded ready for travel/reverse side of tote bag

1/reversible tote bag to carry my knitting project
2)padded pin cushion
 3) needle holder
 4) small zip pouch(2) for holding knitting accessories
5) key chain (missing from photo)

For my swap partner Ro below are some of the items from her stocking.
                                      1) reversible denim/pieced cotton print hat  
                                      2) IPAD case; 
                                      3) felted mini vessel to hold small accessories; 

                                      4) felted soap and quilted/felted key ring

At last all the swap stockings from our group

A group photo showing off al the stocking goodies plus others below.

Overall, great fun and already planning what we will do later this year.
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