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Do You Remember Valentine’s Day in Grade School?

Gosh, I do. Well . . . sort of.

I remember how much fun it was being allowed to pick out any box of valentines I wanted at the store and addressing them to my friends. I know these days that if you give one valentine, you give to all. I don’t remember that being done when I was young. This is sad, but some classmates wouldn’t get as many valentines as other classmates. Some only got a few. 😦

I also remember the big box with a slit in the top that had been decorated for Valentine’s Day. At the start of the school day, we would “mail” our Valentines in the box. When it came time for our party, one or two students would be in charge of passing out the cards. We would sit at our desks anticipating the delivery of our valentines. I hate to say this, but I have a vague memory of students counting the number of valentines they received and comparing them to the amount their other classmates received.

Thankfully, times have changed and everyone is treated fairly, but the excitement of wondering who you will receive a valentine from is gone. Now it’s all about the candy and who can resist candy?

My Little Darling, Gina, has been “shopping” for her valentines at Grandma’s house. Grandma had all sorts of vintage valentines left over from long long ago. Gina has a bag full and has her pencil ready to start writing out, “Love, Gina”. There’s even one for her teacher.

For more information on Gina’s “For My Valentines” ensemble please visit my “Available for Sale” page on cindyricedesigns.com .

It’s My Little Darling, Gina’s Turn

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…for a Valentine’s Day sweater dress.

Don’t you think this is the perfect time of year for cozy and pretty knit dresses? They are so comfy, easy to wear, and they keep you nice and toasty warm.

“Sweethearts and Roses”, Gina’s new outfit, started out with her tights. I’ve had this cotton knit for years and have never got around to using it. It is really a sweet print with lots of different hearts in pinks and reds. There’s even a bit of silver in there for a touch of little girl sparkle. I matched my yarn to the warm pink hearts and knit up an a-line dress that is short enough to let those tights look, oh, so cute. I embroidered two large asymmetrical groups of roses, rosebuds, and hearts at the dropped waistline. Extra pops of color are added with a touch of bright lavender and light yellow green. You’ll find more hearts and love for you in Gina’s jewelry. Her simple grosgrain headband snaps in back so it doesn’t need to be retied each time.

For more information on “Sweethearts & Roses”, please visit my “Available for Sale” page on cindyricedesigns.com .

Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

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I do. I do. And my Little Darling, Gina, does too.

While we are waiting for the snow to fall Gina has a new ensemble to show you. This little snowmen printed dress is helping us get into the snowman building spirit. Look at all of those adorable snowmen! To go with her snowmen dress are hand knitted accessories. A capelet, Santa hat, duo of scarves, mitts, and boot toppers keep Gina all warm and toasty.