The holidays are fast approaching and like most of us, we start thinking about gift giving.  My favorite items to give away around the holidays are homemade treats but I always like to include something handmade that can be cherished for years to come.  This year I am making fabric Candy Cane Ornaments.  This started out as a quick hand drawn template for a sewing swap but turned out so well I decided to draw up a digital pattern and share it.  The pattern is very easy to follow and you can make many of these in a short amount of time.  I like to get a bunch sewn together then sit in front of the TV with my favorite show on and stuff them.  These can be embellished with ribbons and bells to fancy them up.  You can even personalize them with names or the year by using applique or embroidery.  I hope you enjoy this free pattern as much as I have.  Happy Sewing!  Mandy

download the pattern here:  http://www.youmadesomething.com/content/tutorials/Candy%20Cane%20Ornament.pdf