It's September. Time to Start Making Christmas Presents

Every year I think about making Christmas presents, and though I seldom actually carry out the deed, I love looking at the possibilities. For this post, things were a bit more difficult (I needed images that allowed me to repost and that also had a link to the pattern). Just in case you're looking for some ideas, here are a few:

I've seen several versions of this cute crocheted bag:

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Pattern from The C Side

I don't knit well enough to make this scarf, but I wish I did.

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Pattern from Storm Moon Knits (via Ravelry:--membership in Ravelry is free, although you do have to register. Lots of free patterns there). 

Plant markers for the gardeners in your life

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A tote

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Pattern from The Purl Bee (and more images)

Various Dishcloths/Pot Holders/hot pads

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Patterns for top two

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Pattern via Ravelry (with more images)

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