New Item Friday and DIY Crocheting a Half Circle

Today's new item on Etsy is this beautiful purse in a taupish gray, golden yellow and cayenne.   It would be a great compliment to any outfit.  The purse is made from 2 half circles that are each folded in half and then layered together.


Ok, so now on to the how-to.
Crocheting a half circle is very easy, it just involves counting.

Here is a felted bag I am working on right now.  I began with the half circle as the flap at the top and then added the rectangle at the bottom.  The half circles can be as big or as small as you like, so if you are feeling really industrious you could do a doormat or rug.  Enjoy and let me know what you make with your half circle crochet.

I've Heard Its Cold Up There Above the Equator

So, I have heard it is getting really cold up there in the US.  I read a few days ago that about 82% of the US would be below freezing Thursday morning.  SO, I thought I would give you guys a few ideas for keeping warm.

Gift Ideas $10 and Under

Ok, so I have to admit I am very frugal cheap.  I love to give nice gifts and don't mind spending money if I know that the person is really going to LOVE the gift so I am putting together a little list of the best gifts $10 and under I can find online.  Most of these are from Esty (gotta give the love to fellow store owners) but some are off of good ol' Amazon--- we all love Amazon.

So here we go....

MichelleriesBoutique

The first are these adorable earrings that are only $8.50.

AnneEmmaJewelry

Ok, so I would love to have this necklace and for just under $10 (wow, I know) I would even buy it for myself.  She has lots of great items at amazing prices.

CreativeByNecessity

These thank you cards are tri-fold (so you can write more words of gratitude) and they are self-sealing so you don't have to worry about an envelope.  Plus, if you message me and you could get free shipping.   Just click on "Contact Shop Owner" or leave a comment here.

etco

This great little paper bowl would be the perfect place to keep earrings or keys and the price is perfect at $10.

Ok, so I really want one of these to make zucchini pasta-  Get yours here at Amazon for less than $8.

CreativeByNecessity

My Favorite part about these cards for $10 is that the handmade envelopes.  The bright trees are embossed so they have a plastic-ey finish and the little birds have a sparkle.  

WildHerb

Who wouldn't love to receive this soap and at just under $2 for each set even after you add shipping you could still afford to by 2 sets for $10.

CreativeByNecessity

Another set of cards.  These are triple embossed giving them wonderful texture and making them great for all kinds of occasions.

So Many Ways to Say Thank You

Especially after the holiday season, we all have people in our lives we need to thank.  So, what better way to do it than with handmade, one-of-a-kind cards and envelopes.  Check out my Etsy store, Creative By Necessity

Blues and Browns Go With Everything

Today's new item-  only $30 for this beautiful purse

New items up this week-  Check them out.

SALE

Yep, its a sale on the Etsy store.  Head over to https  Creative By Necessity to find lots of Crocheted items under $20 and custom made card sets for $10 and under.


This is one of my new items coming soon!!