"Oh, dear, this little Santa is so cute! I love crocheting dolls and toys. The instructions for Santa seem absolutely perfect, just reading through them. I believe each of my grandchildren will get one of these at Thanksgiving so they can decorate their bedrooms early for Christmas."

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"This may be the easiest project ever! I love notsuzy3's idea below to add decorative items in the ice as it freezes. Colored pony beads, small tinsel garland, etc. If the water over-freezes and you don't have room for your candle, you can hollow out the space a little with a long wand-type lighter. Click on a flame and place it in the ice candle holder. Have the ice on its side and roll it a bit so it melts evenly."

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"Nice little crochet bands to use as napkin rings...clear instructions! The crocheted holly leaves and berries add a festive touch. You could also make adornments from felt and attach them with a few sewing stitches. Trace around small cookie cutters as outlines to use on felt...Christmas tree shapes, candy canes, snowmen."

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"Cute, cute, cute! These make up fast and look so sweet on a Christmas tree or wreath. They're also the perfect size for a special doll's Christmas stocking. If you don't want to change yarn colors to make stripes, try variegated Christmas yarn. Glittery yarn makes these extra special. They are a nice size to tuck a folded money gift or a gift card inside."

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"Wonderful simple crochet pattern! The instructions are clear and concise. By changing the size of hook and the weight of yarn it's easy to alter the size of the stars. Make them in several colors for a birthday garland, or use glow in the dark or glitter yarn so they shine in the dark. I'm going to make some in red, white and blue for July 4th and other patriotic celebrations."

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