Rachel's Holiday Wish List

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Reported by Rachel Johnson

I love compiling wish lists! Something about the collection of pretty pictures makes me happy, even if I never actually receive any of the wish list items. This year, I moved from a house in Oregon to a small apartment in New York City, so extra large items didn't make my list. My list is simple, but fun - Enjoy!

My List:

Pottery Barn Wall-Mounted Craft Organizer (MSRP $229.00) - I have been wishing for this craft organizer for what seems like years. Every season they come out with a slightly different version, but I like this white one with the dowel rods for paper and ribbon. It would really help tidy-up my office!

Doodlebug Designs Merry and Bright Collection (MSRP $19.99) - I can't get enough of Doodlebug scrapbooking products. I think their designs are so cute, but simple and modern at the same time. This collection includes ten different sheets of 12 x 12 paper, ribbon, jewels, stickers, and brads. I do some scrapbooking, but I also use these types of supplies in all sorts of other paper crafts.

Wool-blend Felt - I have been really interested in felt crafts ever since reviewing Hand-Stitched Felt, and I need more felt in order to make more projects! I am wishing for high quality wool-blend felt in a wide range of pretty colors.

Things for the crafter on your list:

Martha Stewart Crafts Wintery Glitter Set (MSRP $15.99) - You already know that I am a glitter lover, and Martha Stewart glitter is some of my favorite. This "wintery" set includes twelve vials of snow-themed glitters in a wide range of textures, from super-fine to tinsel style, but any of the Martha Stewart glitter sets would make a great gift. Martha Stewart Craft supplies can be found at many online and brick and mortar retailers.

Amigurumi World: Seriously Cute Crochet (MSRP $18.95) - Amigurumi is a hip crochet craft that is based on the Japanese kawaii style and consists of making amazingly cute little stuffed critters out of yarn. Amigurumi World by Ana Paula Rimoli includes patterns for twenty different adorable creatures. The projects are all intended for beginner crocheters and do not require much yarn or time. Cute overload!

Sakura Quickie Glue Pen (MSRP $2.79) - If you are looking for a stocking stuffer idea, I would suggest picking up Quickie Glue Pens for all of the crafters on your gift list. I reviewed a bunch of Sakura products recently and the Glue Pen was one of my favorites. It is perfect for using with glitter or other small embellishments on all types of craft projects, and it is small and neat enough to always keep handy. I can't think of any paper crafter or scrapbooker who wouldn't love one of these pens!

So, those are my crafty gift desires and ideas for this holiday season. Are you wishing for any of the same things? What else is on your holiday wish list? I hope everyone has a wonderful season full of handmade gifts! Happy holidays!