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Pamela Fingerless Gloves
I’m sitting here on my back deck trying to figure out how to write this blog post and I can’t help but cry a bit as I type. Today is pattern release day for my Pamela Fingerless Gloves. If you guys remember, I wrote a pattern for the Pamela Scarf back in March. That was one of the hardest things I did since I am making this set in memory of my late mom, Pam. There were a lot of tears and phone calls with my sister on that one. The healing process has started and I don’t cry nearly as much as I used to but it’s still hard.…
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Creating Content.. it’s easier than you think.
Creating content can be quite daunting at times and it can cause people to get overwhelmed and not create at all. Do you what to know how I know? It’s because I’ve been there and it’s not fun at all. So, I’m here to make your life a little easier. And please know that by offering this to you all is my way of holding myself accountable. Yes, I will be going on this adventure with you all. First off, you can print off a free calendar sheet off the internet or use your planner. I have a happy planner and buy the standard monthly inserts. It comes with the…
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Quarantine Day: 4,673……
Can you believe it’s only been TWO MONTHS since this whole “quarantine”, “lockdown”, “shutdown”, “social distancing”, business started? Crazy, isn’t it? It just all seems so surreal at times. In March, Gwyneth Paltrow said that we need to take this enforced isolation and turn it into an opportunity to write a book, learn how to play an instrunment, or learn a new language perhaps. HMM….. I’m not sure I’m that ambitious. But, many people have stepped up and made the most of this and I’m proud of those people. My friend, Beka, is a Librarian and is reading children’s books every on FB. They’re so adorable. I have so much…
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Lion Brand Ferris Wheel yarn review
Can we please talk about this yarn? This yarn is very quickly becoming one of my favorites. I know it’s been out for a while but it just arrived at my local Walmart and for a great price! Most craft stores are selling it for $5 but I was able to grab three of the Cotton Candy skeins for $3.47 each. Let’s talk about the specifics of this yarn. Brand: Lion Brand Collection: Ferris Wheel Content: 100% Acrylic Weight Category: 4 Weight: 3 oz Yards: 270 yds Knit gauge: 20 stitches with size 7 needles Crochet gauge: 14 stitches with H hook Recommended hook size: H Care: Machine wash and…
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Hanging Baskets… A free crochet pattern
I made a few baskets a couple weeks ago and I’ve been sitting on the pattern because I just didn’t like the way they looked. Then the end of the school year was upon us, I went to the dentist, and got a sinus infection. Life hit me hard!!! But, I finally got the time this afternoon to rework the pattern. It was such a beautiful day out that I sat outside for the majority of the afternoon and worked these up within a few hours. These baskets come in two different sizes: small and large. Here’s what you will need: Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn I (5.5 mm) hook…
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Dragon Wing Shawl
I found a beautiful pattern for the Dragon Wing Shawl over on YouTube. It’s done by Fiber Spider but, unfortunately, he does not have a written pattern. I thought I would help some of you out with that. I am not writing out the whole pattern so you will need to go check out his video HERE. That is where you’ll get most of your info. The Dragon Wing Shawl is a big repeat of itself and worked in segments. You’ll start to see it on Row 3. The repeats are below in two parts. On one side of shawl you are increasing. You put 2 dc, 1 dc, 2…
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National Unicorn Day -2019
Today is National Unicorn Day!!! 🦄 🦄🦄 To celebrate, everything Unicorn is 20% off. My prices may vary depending on yarn but most are pretty standard. Shipping is not included in the price. Add $2 for a tulle skirt. Cupcakes $8 – NOW $6.40 0-6 inches $12 – NOW $9.60 6-12 inches $22 – NOW $17.60 12-18 inches $35 – NOW $28 Snuggles $30 – NOW $24 Headbands $15 – NOW $12 Please contact me if you’d like to place an order for one of the unicorns. You get to choose the color you’d like it. You have to pay your invoice before tomorrow to receive the discount!
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Willow Kimono
I had the pleasure of working up a pattern for Denisse and I am so thrilled with how it turned out. The Willow Kimono is definitely rocking it! It’s is hands down in my top three favorites of mine to make. It’s light, airy, and hangs over your shoulders beautifully. You can wear it with anything. It’s perfect with long sleeves, short sleeves and even a tank top. First, I’d like to talk about the yarn I used for the Willow Kimono. I used the Yarn Bee Luxe Lollies. I’m sure you’ve heard some bad things about this yarn but it’s not all true. I did have a hard time…
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New Stitch #2
The Loop Stitch! I’m sitting here at the mall food court waiting for my daughter to get done with her friends at the movies and I’ve realized two things. One, this mall is extremely full of teeny boppers just walking aimlessly around with their heads down playing on their phones. Two, I have not done my second new stitch post this month (Gasp!!). So, I’m going to continue sitting in this insanely uncomfortable seat and talk to you guys. The loop stitch was absolutely amazing. I have to say that it’s my all time favorite stitch. It’s so beautiful and has so much texture. My best friend, Beka, shared a…
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Crocheting For a Cause
A few days ago, a local non-profit group let us know that they were in a critical situation and posted that a local hospital NICU was in urgent need of 35-40 Valentine themed hats and small blankets. I knew I had to help. Now, if you know me, you know I LOVE Valentine’s Day. I love all the pretty red and pink decorations, the heart candy, truffles, etc. A lot of people don’t like the holiday because it’s just made up by companies to get you to spend money and you shouldn’t need a holiday to get your someone special a card or flowers. I get that and I respect…
