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home made Christmas gifts : chilli jam

Christmas preperations have started in my house today, its not too early is it? Well its been a miserable day weather wise and I was tidying up my craft room this morning, one thing led to another and it got me thinking about Christmas.  I found some paper I printed from some free downloads last year in my craft box and the fact I was planning to make chilli jam anyway; I've now made a batch to give to friends as presents. Nothing like getting ahead is there?!

I've also invited my parents and Ian's; so seven in total for dinner (8 including Moss!) Christmas cards have been bought (but not written, I'm not that organised!)

With Christmas in mind I'm planning a little Crafty Christmas giveaway next week, just need to gather everything together and take a picture. This will include some red felt for making tree decorations, buttons and ribbon plus something hand made from me. A useful little package for you crafty people out there and to say thanks for following me this year.

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Crafty Helen said…
It is definitely not too early! I will be straight into Christmas preparations as soon as Halloween is over. XX
21 October 2012 at 08:04
Captain Shagrat said…
Do you have the recipe for the chilli jam I've been meaning to do this for a while. Your colourful jars are fantastic
21 October 2012 at 08:26
Jo said…
They look fabulous, and no, it's never too early to start preparing for Christmas.
21 October 2012 at 09:10
Eight by Six said…
Here is the link to the recipe
http://www.nigella.com/recipes/view/chilli-jam-2692
21 October 2012 at 09:26
Mark said…
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3 November 2012 at 04:30
Mark said…
Great post and i am still waiting for this festival.

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