Penguin Gift Bag

"Crochet a flock of penguin gift bags for the holidays this year. These gift bags work up quickly in worsted weight yarn, and because they only use a few yards of each color, they are great stash busters. They are also easy to personalize by using different colors. * Fill a bag with candy for a great teacher’s gift. * Use scented soap or a Christmas-scented candle for a unique hostess gift. * Omit the drawstring, fill with tissue paper or Fiberfill, sew opening closed and you have a one-of-a-kind decoration for your Christmas tree. * Add a strap, and your little girl will have a penguin purse. Skill level: Easy Finished bags measure approximately 5" tall by 3” wide. Materials you will need: Worsted weight yarn: 25 yards MC 35 yards CC 5 yards white 2 yards yellow Crochet hook size H (5.0 mm) 18-mm wiggly eyes"

'Tis the Season to Celebrate! Discover More Christmas Crafts

If you enjoyed making the Penguin Gift Bag, here are three more Christmas crafts that you might like to try:

1. Snowman Coasters: Crochet or knit adorable snowman coasters to add a festive touch to your holiday table. Use white, black, and orange yarn to create the snowman face, and add a small red scarf for extra flair. These coasters are both practical and decorative, making them a great addition to your Christmas decor.

2. Beaded Garland: Create a beautiful beaded garland to hang on your Christmas tree or mantelpiece. Use a variety of colors and sizes of beads to add sparkle and texture to your garland. You can also incorporate charms or mini ornaments for a unique touch. This project is a fun way to add a homemade touch to your holiday decorations.

3. Santa Claus Gift Card Holder: Crochet a jolly Santa Claus gift card holder to hold gift cards for your friends and family. Use red, white, and black yarn to create Santa's hat, face, and beard, and add a small pocket on the back to hold the gift card. This project is a fun and practical way to give gift cards during the holiday season.

We hope these Christmas craft ideas inspire you to keep creating and spreading holiday cheer! Happy crafting!

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Finished Size5" tall

Materials List

• Worsted weight yarn
• Size H crochet hook
• 18-mm wiggly eyes