Posts Tagged ‘toys’

Kids Christmas Gift Ideas 1 (when you can’t knit everything): Characters for Boys

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

As a child, I used to look forward to Christmas each year as soon as the previous one had gone. I kept a list of what I wanted and would give it to my mum to ask the Santa at random time of the year. I knew she would say “those are too expensive for the Santa to get for you”, so I would check the prices beforehand and justify that he could still afford it.

Now I have four nephews and nieces in total. In addition, I have lots of good friends with kids. Never mind about the holiday gifts for adults, I must make sure all the kids get a nice Christams present. All my nephews and nieces had my hand-knitted garment when they were born. So I am knitting one for the youngest one at the moment. Though, time is limited and I cannot knit for all of them, so I am resorting to buying things for the others.

I have been browsing the internet as usual to see if I see something nice and I have. So I would like to share my fun findings for potential Christmas gift with you today.

Star Wars Cookie Cutters

This is a definite yes to me.

This is a definite yes to me.

I am so in love with these one. My nephews would definitely enjoy eating and playing with these cookies. The store does not ship to the UK so I have already made an arrangement with my friends who live in the US :D ! You have to check Williams-Sonoma site because there are loads of wonderful stuff there.

Knitwits Sesame Street Winter Accessories

I just love these.

I just love these.

I think this hat and mitten set is really fun. It’s really for slightly older kids I think because of the size availability.

Disney Cars Tool Box Set

Why not get the boys to be creative?

Why not get the boys to be creative?

My nephew LOVES Disney’s Cars. The sweetest thing is that he cannot say “The Lightening McQueen”! I think it’s slightly easier to get girls to be creative but I think with this, my nephew would certainly want to make something…

Prince of Persia Lego

Have you guys watched the movie? Did you like it? I thought Jake Gylenhaal was really good looking (very different from other movies of his). Anyway, I didn’t realise there is Prince of Persia LEGO. This gotta be it. I want to play this with my nephew.

I was such a lego fan. If I had this for my Christmas, I would be so happy! LOL

I was such a lego fan. If I had this for my Christmas, I would be so happy! LOL

Oh what to get what to get…

I will do one for the girls next time.

Life in the world of C&C? well, at the moment I am having a huge battle with the builders. They say one thing but never do what they say. Last night, they started saying they can’t do this and that, it’s not included in the plan and this and that… Please wish me good luck to deal with them because they are a bunch of bullies to me. But I will keep my food down and be strong…

See you next time!

Book Review 1: Blankets Bears and Bootees – GIVEAWAY!

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Firstly, thank you SO much for such a great comments about my Mini Purse pattern. It’s been so popular that the purse frames quickly sold out. But don’t worry, they are on their way to the House of Cotton and Cloud soon. As soon as they are in, I will announce it on Twitter and my Facebook Page. I will also notify you individually for those who send me a restock notify request.

How are you doing? Hope you are having a productive week. It’s been super windy here in London. I jogged this morning but I was nearly blown away into the Thames River by the wind!

Over the next few weeks, I have decided to hold three knitting book review posts. Of these 3 books, I will be GIVING AWAY 2 of them. You can enter for both giveaways of course ;) So do make sure you keep an eye on the giveaway post!

blankets bears and bootees by Debbie Bliss

blankets bears and bootees by Debbie Bliss

So, the first book is by talented Debbi Bliss “blankets bears and bootees”. This one is a giveaway so read on…

When it comes to baby knitting patterns, the first designer I think of is Debbie Bliss. My first ever English knitting book was by her. It’s called Farmyard Knits. I think it is out of print but it has so many sweet knitting patterns for babies and children. It’s my all time favourite.

Baby blanket

Baby blanket with a knitted mouse.

This book contains many simple-yet-interesting patterns.

There are many baby bootees patterns in this book

There are many baby bootees patterns in this book

I always find Debbie’s patterns very clever because they are the sort of designs that knitters of all levels can enjoy.

I think this is a super design.

I think this is a super design.

What is so special about this book is that there are many amazing knitted toy patterns for your baby. There are a big bird cushion and a little bird knitted toy patterns (the little bird is on the left in the photo below) which I think are superb.

Love, love, love!

Love, love, love!

I think this book is a hit. Definitely.

So on to the giveaway. To enter, please answer the following:

When you look for children’s knitting patterns, what kind designs do you look for. Please describe as precise as possible (buttons, colours, easy patterns, difficult patterns, simple, cable, fair isle, collars, sleeves, length… anything!).

Rule:

  • The deadline is 19th December.
  • I won’t be able to reply to the comment but I always read every single comments and value them all :D
  • The winner will be announced on the 20th December. Please keep an eye on this blog and if you are a winner, please contact me.

That’s it! Good luck :D

See you on Friday! Make sure you have your furry hats on ;)