Yesterday, I went to Joann's Fabrics because there was a coupon for 50% off all knitting needles and crochet hooks. Who couldn't use more needles and hooks? I also had a 50% off a regular price item. As I looked at the hooks, I saw Buttercream Thick & Thin yarn and was reminded of All … Continue reading Scarves & Cowls Oh My
One of the charities I like to give to, is Hooking for the Homeless (which is located in New Hampshire). If you follow them on Facebook, they post links to (usually) free patterns including knitting, crocheting and sewing. If you are local (which I am not), they also have meet ups to sit and create. … Continue reading Stash Busting for Charity (again)
Last week, I finished The Alice Network. It has been a long time since I've read a book that I would keep saying "just one more chapter", but this was one of those books. I thoroughly enjoyed the book. I learned something new (The Alice Network was a real female spy unit in WW I) … Continue reading Yarn Along
A while back, I saw this hat posted on Ravelry. I loved the cat hat and I LOVED the yarn from Hedgehog Fibers. Unfortunately, no shop near me sells Hedgehog and, honestly, I didn't want to spend a lot of cash on more yarn. One day, while walking through Joann's, I saw Big Twist Sincerely … Continue reading Lemonade from Lemons
This week, I put my Cleo Tones scarf on the blocking boards! This has been a a nice, relaxing project...although it has taken me a long time to complete. Knitting here and there, mostly while watching TV. The lovely color changes of the Plymouth Yarn Cleo Tones was soothing. This scarf is loosely based on … Continue reading Blocking & Boxing
Happy Memorial Day. I thought it was fitting to work on something red, white and blue. I completed Part 4 of my Charlotte Square Blanket. I am totally making up this blanket from Part 4 on. Included in this part: Round 1: Double Crochet Back Loops Round 2: Back Post Half Double Crochet Round 3: … Continue reading Charlotte Part 4
When Ginny decided to stop doing the weekly Yarn Along, I was bummed. I liked going every week to find good book recommendations and knit and crochet inspiration. I am so happy that The Little Room of Rachell has decided to pick up the task of hosting! This week I am listening to The Wonder … Continue reading Yarn Along
