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Books of 2019
I read over 60 books in 2019 (picture before the end of the year). By read, I mean I either actually read them or listened to the audio version (which I count as a book read). Here are my favorites of 2019. Biggest Surprise to Me: I have no idea why, but I resisted reading … Continue reading Books of 2019
Cropped Raglan Cardigan
I finished it!! Actually, I should be more embarrassed than proud as I started this in June. This happens with me. I get near the finish line and lose all steam. I used Thanksgiving as motivation to finish it. This is a free pattern from Lion Brand and I used the video tutorial from Very … Continue reading Cropped Raglan Cardigan
Pop Top Hat
Miss Mary requested a new winter hat...an orange hat. She's learning to spell and orange is now one of her favorite words. Luckily I had some FibraNatura Inca in Coral in my stash and she liked the color. From Ravelry, I found a cute free pattern- Pop Top Hot by YaYa Lovestoknit. I underestimated my … Continue reading Pop Top Hat
Party of Five Hat
One podcast I LOVE is Grocery Girls. I love watching them show their newest purchases, WIPs and FOs. Recently, they announced a knitalong- Knitterella knitalong. I love the Party of Five sweater and was happy to see a free pattern for a Party of Five hat. I cast on November 12th and finished today November … Continue reading Party of Five Hat
Playroom Makeover
When we moved in 6 years ago, we made what had been a formal living room into a play room. We painted it a bright yellow, put up lots of cute decals and had toys spilling every where. It served us well. Now though, the kids are older, the room looked beat up and they … Continue reading Playroom Makeover
Tiny Sweater
I took a break from my crochet shrug to make a baby shower gift. This shower kind of snuck up on me, so I was pressed for time. I opted to make a free pattern called Quick Oats and use Knit Picks Brava Bulky. Quick it was! I used two buttons that I had purchased … Continue reading Tiny Sweater
Evolution of a Crochet Shrug
On my YOP list was Two of Wands Movie Night Cocoon Shrug. Although I plan on making it, as I went through my Pinterest crochet board I realized I have A LOT of sweaters and shrugs from Make & Do pinned. I had purchased Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend yarn during a sale. I thought … Continue reading Evolution of a Crochet Shrug
Yard Sale Redo
We needed a small table for next to our couch, just to hold a drink, put your phone down, etc. As I'm trying to reuse, reduce, refashion, I opted to look at yard sales. I found this table for $5.00. (picture taken after I started sanding, the top was in a horrible state) I did … Continue reading Yard Sale Redo
Year of Projects 2019/2020
This is a full, ambitious list. I won't complete it all, especially the fiber projects as I'm choosing bigger projects. Knitting: Finish my Shift Cowl (and possibly use this pattern to use up scrap yarns throughout the year) Knit a Quince & Co. wrap (kit already received) Make any pattern from Taproot Magazine Knit/Crochet my … Continue reading Year of Projects 2019/2020