The really fun part of the holiday was that the kids found just as much fun in old-fashioned toys as they did in new electronic games! I made six small spin tops with colorful chatter work on both sides, top and bottom:
The kids had a lot of fun competing with them, and even got them to work upside down:
Then there were the Klopper Stompers, made of pine scrap drilled for a rope handle. Stomping among the wrapping papers became a sport of its own:
And for the adults, a few wine bottle coasters and French rolling pins made of local orchard Cherry:
What a great year! But, next time, I think I'll start making presents in August. It would relieve the stress level quite a bit. Happy Holidays to all, and here's to a great New Year!
