Winding Up Some Yarn

Something I started to feel last year was overwhelmed! I love yarn and have a hard time saying no to just about any of it! And thus my stash has grown exponentially in the past few years. During the pandemic, I found myself buying yarn to help small businesses stay in business as every bitContinue reading “Winding Up Some Yarn”

Zephyr 2021 Snowflake

Happy Holidays!! Today I share my 2021 Snowflake with you! Every year, I make snowflakes to giveaway to friends, family and my co-workers.  These little snowflakes make great little ornaments for a Christmas tree or to decorate a snowy window. This snowflake works up quick in 3 rounds.  Finished Size  2.75” diameter Materials                                                       Aunt Lydia’s Classic CrochetContinue reading “Zephyr 2021 Snowflake”

Berta T-Sweater

The Berta T-sweater is  a light weight, easy wear top. The sleeves are worked along with the body.  This inclusively sized top, has a 2-inch ease. It is worked in two easy pieces from the bottom up. It is then seamed at the sides and shoulders. It is the perfect top for any season and for anyContinue reading “Berta T-Sweater”

Operation Snowflake

Each year to give as gifts to family and friends, I make snowflakes. I give one to each of my co-workers, which works well for remembering how many years I have worked at the library. They are a token of my love and appreciation. Generally I make about 50-60 or more. Quick 2-3 round snowflakesContinue reading “Operation Snowflake”

Starting today!!

Join me in participating in the BIPOC MAL sponsored by Desamour Designs! It is running from October 1st – December 18. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, try new pattern and make new friends! There are some easy to follow rules and chances to win prizes!! I have picked out my nineContinue reading “Starting today!!”

Tunisian Shawls! Patterns with links!

 So I have been spending some time creating and designing in Tunisian Crochet.  I have some new patterns to show… This is the latest.. Sylvi Shawl in two versions a Shawl or Shawlette… And the Phoebe Shawl… in Sweet Georgia Yarns, Party of Five and another version in a mini set from Casual Fashion Queen. Continue reading “Tunisian Shawls! Patterns with links!”

Alert! New Patterns!

As summer is nearing an end, it is time to gear up for Autumn with cowls and shawls. Introducing a few new patterns… As a member of the Darn Good Yarn Club, I enjoy creating items from the fun yarns I receive.  The Aqua Lace Cowl is an asymmetric triangle cowl.  It finishes off withContinue reading “Alert! New Patterns!”

Fuchsia Crochet Cuff

I am pleased to announce a new pattern for sale, Fuchsia Cuff. photo credit to Interweave/George Boe It is a perfect spring accessory!   photo credit to Interweave/George Boe It combines beads into a filet lace design.  photo credit to Interweave/George Boe  It is an easy and quick pattern.   You can find the Fuchsia Cuff available onContinue reading “Fuchsia Crochet Cuff”

Finished Object Friday

Introducing this lovely finished object… It is a Tunisian design by Christina Adorjan, titled Schmetterwurm.  It is a free pattern on ravelry. In my stable of stash I had the right amount of yarn.  I used two colors of Premier Yarns, Cotton Fair a lovely cotton acrylic blend and an F cable hook.   Being left-handedContinue reading “Finished Object Friday”