Christmas in July

Is Christmas already on your mind? It should be! Christmas is only five months away, so it’s time to start your Christmas projects. We picked out some of our favorites to help you find a new project or two that is perfect for you.

Counted Cross-Stitch

If counted cross-stitch is your thing, check out these beautiful Christmas décor items. This pair of Christmas Wreath Birds counted cross-stitch designs features little songbirds sitting on wreaths made from holiday greenery decorated with red bows. The festive little designs are a joyful accent in your Christmas décor! You’ll need something to rest your eggnog glass on, and the Redwork Christmas Coasters would be a great fit. These redwork coasters showcase iconic images of the season in peppermint shades of red and white. These petite designs feature a snowy village landscape, a stylized Christmas tree, a candy cane with holly leaves, and a flurry of snowflakes stitched in red and white for a timeless accent for holiday decorating. Once you finish your eggnog, you’ll be ready to deck your halls with the beautiful Redwork Snowflake Wreath. This redwork design features a wreath of stylized snowflakes in the shape of a Christmas wreath. A large red bow at the top completes the merry design to decorate your home for the holidays. The easy-to-see squares of aida cloth make it a great fabric choice for beginning stitchers! 

Latch Hook

Nothing says Christmas like the Holiday Nutcracker & Drummer Boy Nutcracker latch hook set! These Christmas latch hook banners feature classic holiday nutcrackers dressed in red and green. The iconic pair will stand guard in your Christmas décor and make beloved guests in your holiday traditions. If you are looking to add little pop of color in the entryway, check out the Winter Birds Bench Pillow. This winter latch hook pillow features a cardinal, a blue jay, and three other songbirds sitting on a branch with holly leaves and berries. Of course, you will need a new tree skirt for your Christmas tree. The Holiday Gnomes Tree Skirt features trees and a trio of gnomes holding ornaments, hearts, and a present as they gather under your Christmas tree. Their festive clothing in traditional red and green make this merry group joyful guests in your holiday décor.

Needlepoint

Stockings are one of the most important Christmas decorations! Where else will Santa put special treats for you? The Snowman Perch Stocking is sure to delight boys and girls of all ages. These winter birds have found a comfy place on this winter day, and Mr. Snowman seems happy for the company! Another cute stocking to choose is the adorable Hugging Penguins Stocking. These cuddly penguins are ready to spend the holidays with you! This delightful stocking stitches up quickly using a combination of wool yarn and cotton thread. Make your living room extra cozy with the Patterned Santa Needlepoint Kit. A plethora of patterns surrounds a whimsical Santa in this needlepoint design stitched predominantly in yarn. Santa will brighten your holiday décor whether framed or finished as a pillow. 

Crochet

If you are traveling a lot this summer, the Merry Mistletoe Afghan is created from a collection of square motifs in two different sizes, making this patchwork-style afghan a great take-a-long project! Featuring a medley of stitch patterns, this Christmas mosaic will surely become a holiday showpiece in your home. Put a Christmas spin on his and her pillows with the Santa & Mrs. Claus Pillows. This pillow set would be a cute addition in your sitting area. Continue decking your halls with a forest of trees silhouetted on plaid for a cozy Christmas atmosphere. The Country Tree Farm Wall Hanging is the pop of green you need in your Christmas décor.

Stamped Cross-Stitch & Embroidery

If you are looking for an elegant accent to your Christmas décor, check out the Tulle Pine Trees Kit. The embroidery design is stitched on tulle fabric, making the shooting stars appear to float through the air over these evergreen forests. The pair of designs with pine trees and stars is stamped for embroidery on Avalon fabric, which is layered under the tulle then torn away to reveal the design stitched on the transparent tulle. Looking for a showpiece project? Santa on Skates Lap Quilt features Santa gliding through the Christmas season! This would make a great focal point for the dinning room. The Mr. & Mrs. Claus Towel Pair will add a little North Pole magic to your kitchen! 

Plastic Canvas

These mini stockings are filled with Christmas cheer! The Mini Stocking Ornaments are the perfect little decorations for your home this Christmas season. Cool off this summer by spending some time at the North Pole with this adorable North Pole Village. You’ll love this fun and easy set! Along the way you’ll discover the sweet little details as you stitch Santa’s house, a reindeer barn, and gingerbread -and peppermint-inspired houses surrounded by colorful Christmas trees, Santa’s sled, an igloo with a penguin, and various other town accessories. This Sleigh Rides Tin Frame sign will get you ready for merrymaking with a festive tribute to wintertime fun! This rustic-style sign advertises horse drawn sleigh rides with promises for hot cocoa, apple cider, and warm blankets to keep you cozy on a winter day. Holly accents and a hanging sleigh motif bring dimension to this typographical design. 

Felt & Sequin

You’ll need the perfect tree skit for your beautiful Christmas tree, and we know just the one you need! Surround your Christmas tree with boughs of holly and a joyful holiday greeting. This festive Merry Christmas Tree Skirt is decorated with holly leaves and berries, snowflakes, and a scrolling Merry Christmas message that never goes out of style. Next up, you need to decorate that tree! The festive Warm Feet Ornaments feature woodland animals and winter icons on miniature felt stockings. With designs featuring a reindeer, bird, candy canes, a Christmas tree, and mittens, the rustic colors of these little stockings bring a cabin feel to your holiday décor. Add a little joy to you holiday décor with the Joyful Gnome. Invite this whimsical gnome to hang around your house this Christmas! This playful wall hanging features an adorable gnome wearing his Christmas best as holds up a message of joy for the holiday season. 

Pony Beads

Pony bead kits are fun for all ages! These festive projects are great for people ages 13 and older. Create colorful new holiday décor with this Jeweled Tree! Discover how fun and easy it is to craft with beads as you follow the color-coded chart to create this eye-catching design. Don’t forget about your tissue box! The colorful Santa’s Suit Tissue Box Cover transforms Santa’s iconic red suit and black belt into a merry place to store your tissues this Christmas. Create playful home décor by stringing together pony beads to create this beaded design. The perfect place to set your mug of hot chocolate is right on top of these adorable Penguin Parade Coasters featuring sweet little penguins dressed for winter fun. Wearing festive winter hats and scarves in shades of red and green, these too-cute penguins are a fun addition to your Christmas décor. 

Let us know which Christmas projects are your favorites! We would love to see what you create this upcoming holiday season. Be sure to share your finished projects with us on Facebook and Instagram.