A handmade gift carries something of us, our time and passions.
So-what could be nicer than receiving a handmade gift?
Making it!
We at Laines du Nord have come up with many nice gift ideas, cute decorations, simple and imaginative Christmas decorations, but also handmade items simply to relax during the holidays.
On our website, under the section Patterns you can find and download for free many ideas for do-it-yourself gifts to make in less than a month!
Christmas balls
Original wool balls are worked with the “stranded” technique, snowflakes and stylized trees decorate them.
The classic combination of alternating red and white colors recalls the traditional Christmas mood. Matera is the wool used to make them, 100% Italian gentle merino wool, a durable, anti-pilling yarn from the short km 0 supply chain. 
Christmas pillow
A beautiful wool pillow made with the “stranded” technique can be an original gift idea for those who love home decor.
You can make it with your favorite color combinations by choosing from the yarn’s extensive color chart Vast 100% Italian gentle merino wool with intermediate thickness, slightly stretchy and zero pilling. 
Infinity Coordinate
Neckwarmer e cap made with the “double knitting” technique make this beautiful reversible, unique and original coordinating.
We recommend always using a combination of contrasting colors by choosing them from the yarn color chart Matera 100% Italian Merino Gentile wool, very versatile, suitable for various types of processing. 
Hobo bag and Kumquat cap
For bag lovers, we could only propose the Hobo model, the bag that has become a classic revisited in a wool handmade mood.
In matching tone-on-tone beanie, to stay warm without losing the fashion touch during winter walks. 
Gradient Shawl
Refined and elegant the shaded shawl is made from the yarn Poem Alpaca gradient effect is enhanced by the prestigious composition, the sequence of colors creates perfect shades and makes the garment unique.
Only one ball of yarn is needed to make the shawl due to the very high yield of the yarn.
Definitely an impressive gift! 
These are just some of the ideas for making unique and original Christmas gifts, even with just under a month to go before the holidays.
It is always a good time to choose your favorite project and start bringing your creativity to life.
