Did you read that title & cringe or jump for joy? The very phrase – Christmas in July – usually brings out one or the other. Yes, I’m a year round Christmas lover – I did just release a Christmas ornament pattern on Monday! As a maker of many things, I know July is the time to start making my Christmas gift list. This is the time for me to stock up on patterns, materials, & maybe coffee to fuel all that making! I’m going to share some fabulous deals happening this month for makers & from makers, so y’all can get that Christmas list marked off sooner, rather that later – yay!
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Merry Deals
In this section you will find deals on all sorts of merry things happening this month. I’ve included links to things for making handmade gifts, handmade gifts from other makers, & things makers might like to receive as a gift. My goal this year is to have gifts done & wrapped by the first week of December. Yeah, I know it sounds impossible, but I’m going for it! : D
Darn Good Yarns ~>
There’s a limited edition yarn bowl on sale over at Darn Good Yarns that’s absolutely scrumptious! It’s a watermelon y’all! You can also get a FREE month of their yarn club {$10 value} when you purchase this yarn bowl. Just use the code WATERMELON at checkout. I love their yarn club! I think it had a rocky start at the beginning of the year with some shipping & supplier issues. However, I started my membership in May & have not been disappointed yet.
Consumer Crafts ~>
Okay, so I can’t exactly share the deals for Consumer Crafts yet, but there are some great ones coming up later in the month. I’ll be posting the deal when it happens on my Facebook page, so be sure to like & follow so you don’t miss it.
Amazon Prime Day ~>
Coming up on the 16th & 17th of July & it’s only for Prime members. If you’re not a Prime member, go ahead and sign up for the 30 day FREE trial. It’s really easy to cancel if you decide you don’t like it! I always set myself a reminder in my phone, so I don’t forget when the free trial ends. They have the option of paying monthly or for the full year as well.
I haven’t seen too much so far in the way of maker things, but they do have this Crayola 60th anniversary 64 count crayon set with collectible tin that will make it’s debut on Prime Day. You can buy it right now as a Prime member!
There’s also 20% off Handmade Artwork & I’ve already got this great print from CollageOrama for my son. He loves pugs & this is perfect for him!
Leisure Arts
You can find all sorts of books for merry making in Leisure Arts Christmas in July roundup section. They have books on everything from crochet to paper crafting & more. Here are some things I’m looking at:
- Make Fun Socks ~> Nine crocheted sock patterns that look like they would make great stocking stuffers, especially for teens & tweens.
- Open House Merriment ~> This book reminds me of the Better Homes & Gardens Christmas books I used to get each year about this time. Lots of ideas for recipes, decor, & gift wrapping.
- Holiday Paper Crafting ~> I love using every bit of crafting material I possibly can & this book is perfect to help with that! Lots of ideas for using different kinds of paper for decor & gift wrap.
Cricut ~>
Get up to 50% off site wide & they have up to $20 off machines & essentials throughout July. I wonder if I can convince Santa to bring me a Cricut Maker this year. They just look like so much fun! : )
Craftsy ~>
You can get up to 60% off kits & supplies this weekend at Craftsy! Great time to stock up for all the merry making! I may or may not have gotten distracted by the yarn & fabric section while writing this post. Ahem. ; P
Free Patterns & Events
There are so many fun things happening for Christmas in July! These are all FREE, so be sure to check them out.
Merry Christmas Sew-Along ~>
Of course I have to include my own sew along in this list! This is an ornament sew along that runs from July to December. The first pattern was released Monday, so check out the Merry Christmas Sew-Along page for all the details.
Red Heart ~>
A new Christmas themed knit & crochet pattern is released each week for the month of July, Although they only have week 1 out currently, so I’m not sure how that works exactly. It is the end of the 2nd week of July!
Christmas in July CAL ~>
Head over to the Underground Crafter for a free crochet pattern every weekday in July. A great way to get a head start on gifts & there are prizes. I’ve already made a pair of finger-less gloves! : )
Craftsy ~>
You can find free patterns on Craftsy’s blog every Friday & this week’s theme is Holly Jolly July! There’s everything from a sewn Christmas holy table runner to peppermint whoopie pie – yum!
I think that’s it for today! If you’re wondering how all this Christmas in July business got started, check out this article for a little history lesson. Y’all have a great weekend!
