::Flying Plates::
I'm not talking about in a circus--like spinning plates on a stick. I'm not talking about a Greek wedding which might involve smashing plates as part of the tradition. I'm talking about plates flying across a wall--MY wall!
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::Vintage Fleur Blanket Crochet Pattern::
The Vintage Fleur Baby Blanket pattern is now available! I'm loving the softness and vintage feel of this design. With its classic hexagon shape, loads of texture, pale pinks and whites, it has a lovely shabby chic feel. And I love that it is a hex blankie! With an intricate and lacy border.
::How To-- Read ALL of the Pattern::
For me, I know that as a student in school, I typically "forgot" to read the instructions carefully on an assignment and often found myself half-way through it before realizing I was doing it all wrong! If you've ever had the same tendency with a crochet pattern--skipping over that beginning "boring" part--this post is FOR YOU!
::Gleaning and Cleaning::
I spent this past week off the computer, away from the hook, and digging through every single room, closet, cupboard, nook and cranny! My goal was a thorough de-junking of my abode--which I actually accomplished minus my studio space where my yarn stash resides. (That might take an entire week by itself.) Oddly, this process was a very emotional one for me. Not because I am particularly attached...
::A Different Focus::
I've had my mind on things other than crochet lately. Ok. That's a big lie. I am ALWAYS thinking about crochet. Yarn, color, shape, unusual stitches, texture, MORE yarn. But with several large projects in the works that don't require a hook, I literally did not pick my hook up for nearly a week. That's a very long time for me. So here is what I have been doing...
::Crazy-Good::
What a terrifically crazy, but very good past week! I hope you are doing well, even if your life is crazy-good like mine. Amidst the crazy-good I did manage to work on a new little design. I've worked it, and re-worked it...
::Trek Bracelet--Free Crochet Pattern::
While away on a re-enactment of a Pioneer Trek this past week, I took with me some twine and a single hook. While resting along the dusty trails, I worked up a little bracelet that I thought I would share with you.
::Rainbow of Hooks::
Tee Hee!! I'm a bit giddy about my newest little acquisition--from the dearest hubby on the planet--MINE. Wanna see and drool with me...
::Ahhh! The Breath of Heaven Blanket Crochet Pattern::
Ahhhhh!! A big breathy sigh of happiness...I LOOOOVE this blanket! Seriously love it! The blanket is simple and fun--with some awesome texture and wonderful drape. And the pattern has been thoroughly tested, scrutinized and edited by...
::Painting with Color::
I've been busy painting--furniture, walls, picture frames--well, a lot. Here's a little looksy at just a couple projects.
::Summer Scurrying::
Summer is upon me and I have what feels like a bazillion projects with my home and family to complete. Needless to say, I'm scurrying around to make it all happen. (Anyone else feel like you wear one, or two, or three too many hats?!) But I needed to share this little blankie creation with you. It is finished and I'm hoping to get the pattern out to testers this week. If you are interested in...
::How-to Crochet Post Stitches::
Remember this little design--my Paintbrush Pillow & Afghan pattern? As maybe you can tell, it has some post stitches. Front Post and Back Post stitches are those stitches used for cabling and other texture in crochet that produce a raised ridge that looks so nifty and pretty.