Un Natale da Ricamare 2009

Each year, there are two publications that start those holiday bells aringing for me. The first is the Just CrossStitch Ornament Edition. I look forward to seeing the new offerings from the designers and reading the recipes many of them share. This year, my favorite design looks just like a snow globe - it even has beads that move around just like the "snow" flakes.

The second publication is a more recent addition to my holiday festivities. It is Un Natale da Ricamare. This magazine is available in Italian and in English. It features some really neat ideas for making up ornaments. It has a bit of a international flavor too. (So do the recipes!)

Order Un Natale da Ricamare 2009 or the back issues (well worth it) from Mani di Donna. And watch for the Just CrossStitch Ornament Issue on newsstands or check the JCS site for ordering info.

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