Deck the Tree with Hand Knit Stars FaLaLaLaLa LaLaLaLa

I found a few free Christmas Ornament knitting patterns. I especially enjoyed knitting the Snow Star and the Mistletoe. Enjoy!

• Snow Star (I used Debbie Bliss pure silk in silver)
  
• Six Pointed Star
• Short Row Snowflake
• Mini Christmas Stocking
• Christmas Bell or Pin
• Bear Ornaments
• Teeny Tiny Toy
• Mistletoe (I used Rowan's handknit cotton in green/ivory/red)
• I-cord Wreath (add red beads)

I thank the creators of these patterns for making them available on the www.

Happy Holidays!

Winter Solstice - Counting Blessings

On December 21, at 7:04 in the morning the sun will turn back toward the sun marking Winter Solstice. Winter Solstice is the shortest day and the longest night of the year. The weather forecast is 3 days and nights of falling snow (accumulation of up to 24") so it will be a while before I notice any increase in daylight hours.

Still, I count my blessings, every one.

If you are lucky enough to be in NYC December 18, 19, 20th check out the Winter Solstice Concert Return of the Sun held at the world's largest cathedral

Happy Solstice!!