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October 12, 2012
Happy I Love Yarn Day!
Today is the 2nd annual, I Love Yarn Day -- a day to knit, crochet, and celebrate all that is yarn-y goodness. I hope you'll take some time to support the Craft Yarn Council's unofficial holiday by nurturing your own yarn-craft of choice. As for me, I'll be joining in the festivities by continuing to host the Chunky Lace Cowl, Stitch.Rock.Knit-along for Knit Simple and Bernat. Mostly though,
October 9, 2012
The Mothercraft: Spooky Yarn Wreath
This Halloween tell your kids a good yarn about a wretched wreath -- one covered in spiders and fringe! With a few supplies from the craft store and in under 2 hours, your home decor will include a bit of not-so-ferocious fun.
Materials
1 ball each of Vickie Howell Sheep(ish) yarn, in colors: Black(ish) and White(ish)
Twig or foam wreath base (desired size -- I found this
Materials
1 ball each of Vickie Howell Sheep(ish) yarn, in colors: Black(ish) and White(ish)
Twig or foam wreath base (desired size -- I found this
October 8, 2012
Stitch.Rock.Knit-along: Chunky Lace Cowl
It's Stitch.Rock.Knit-along time again! The current issue of Knit Simple Magazine is all about the holidays and to celebrate the festivities, I designed the Cowliday neck warmer. Knit in with a double strand of Sheep(ish) and with a easy lace stitch pattern, this project has all the makings for a great gift item! Whether you're making one for yourself or someone on that holiday list, I
October 1, 2012
The Mothercraft: Pompom Eyeball Weeds
I can't let the first day of one of my favorite months of the year go by, without posting a little Halloween somethin'. This month let the "eyes" have it with these pompom, eyeball weeds!
They're quick and easy to make, and the kids will love 'em -- well, unless you have pre-teens and then you'll at most get a side smirk. But I digress.
Here's the how-to scoop!
Supplies
1 ball
They're quick and easy to make, and the kids will love 'em -- well, unless you have pre-teens and then you'll at most get a side smirk. But I digress.
Here's the how-to scoop!
Supplies
1 ball
September 28, 2012
Red Scarf Project + Scarf Pattern
Star Stitch Scarf
It's that time of year again, for both knitwearing AND donations being accepted for the Red Scarf Project. Read my interview on the Bernat Blog with a representative of RSP--an organization that benefits foster kids and orphans. Also on the blog, is the Softee Chunky version of the Star Stitch scarf I contributed to the book, Craft Hope.
Yarn: Softee Chunky in
It's that time of year again, for both knitwearing AND donations being accepted for the Red Scarf Project. Read my interview on the Bernat Blog with a representative of RSP--an organization that benefits foster kids and orphans. Also on the blog, is the Softee Chunky version of the Star Stitch scarf I contributed to the book, Craft Hope.
Yarn: Softee Chunky in
September 26, 2012
Mothercraft: Button Snake Activity
I've got travel on the brain. Maybe because this is busy season for us professional crafters, so there are several trips on the schedule for me over the next few months. Be sure to check out my calendar for upcoming events!
A few days ago I shared slippers that I made on a plane ride from Toronto, so today I thought I'd share a project I made to keep my toddler busy (well, for a few minutes,
A few days ago I shared slippers that I made on a plane ride from Toronto, so today I thought I'd share a project I made to keep my toddler busy (well, for a few minutes,
September 24, 2012
Travel FO
In-flight WIP
I rarely get the time to make things for myself. However, after designer, Nicole Winer's Kickstart Monday Quickie Slippers being made at the Bernat offices -- well, I couldn't help grabbing some yarn and whipping up a pair during my flight back to the states. In fact, they were so fun to crochet that I modified the pattern and made a mini version for my daughter. Aren't they
I rarely get the time to make things for myself. However, after designer, Nicole Winer's Kickstart Monday Quickie Slippers being made at the Bernat offices -- well, I couldn't help grabbing some yarn and whipping up a pair during my flight back to the states. In fact, they were so fun to crochet that I modified the pattern and made a mini version for my daughter. Aren't they
September 17, 2012
New Sheep(ish) Pattern: Webbed Legwarmers!
Shown in colors: Black(ish), White(ish) & Pumpkin(ish)
Alright, it's the middle of September, so I can't wait any longer to start posting Halloween projects. Oh, how I *heart* this season! Over the coming weeks I'll be posting a several spooky projects -- both new and from the archives -- so, get ready! First up though, is my latest, littles design: Webbed leg warmers. Simple, black & white,
Alright, it's the middle of September, so I can't wait any longer to start posting Halloween projects. Oh, how I *heart* this season! Over the coming weeks I'll be posting a several spooky projects -- both new and from the archives -- so, get ready! First up though, is my latest, littles design: Webbed leg warmers. Simple, black & white,
September 14, 2012
Video: No-tool Pompoms + Pom-inspiration!
'Tis the season to get crafty, and nothing says craftiness like a puffy, little pompom. Here's my DIY tutorial on how to make your own fluff balls, without needing any special tools. Yes my friends, all you need a some yarn & scissors, your hands and a dream! Give the video a watch and please, share it with friends.
Need a little pom-speration? Hows-about a snapshot of my Pompompalooza
Need a little pom-speration? Hows-about a snapshot of my Pompompalooza
September 12, 2012
Candy Corn Poncho in Crafts 'n' Things!
Halloween is a little over a month and a half away and I don't know about you, but I'm already in the spirit. I *heart* Halloween, so keep your eyes peeled over the coming weeks for some spooktacular project ideas for kids and home. First up: the crocheted, Candy Corn poncho from the latest issue of Crafts 'n' Things Magazine. It's a sweet, little project that'll ward off the
