Hello- I hope everyone is doing well. Ive had a chance to compete a few projects over the past couple of weeks. I make an accent pillow covers for the guest bedroom. I have two more to go. I used a simple pocket envelope style. I plan on using a French seaming for the otherContinue reading “Completed Projects”
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Busy Bee Pillowcase
I wanted to update my guest bedroom so I’m decided to make some pillowcases for the bed. I saw this bee fabric and couldn’t resist. I wanted a little whimsy to add into the room. I need to get more fabric to complete the second case. I was planning a different project when I noticedContinue reading “Busy Bee Pillowcase”
Update
There has been a lot going on with me over the past couple of weeks. A close friend of mine just found out the her cancer has come back again for the third time. Unfortunately, it has spread. I wanted to spend some time with her as she has decided not to pursue treatment this time around. Continue reading “Update”
Sewing Machine “Quest”
The past few weeks I have been on a “quest” to find a new sewing machine. It truly feels like a quest. My first sewing machine, I brought was about 15 or more years ago. I didn’t put much thought into buying it. I was in Target and saw they had Singer sewing machines andContinue reading “Sewing Machine “Quest””
Yarn Stash
Last year, I wanted to reduce my yarn stash. I had four medium to small baskets full of yarn. This for me was too much, I normally don’t like to have a lot of items in the house not being used. I feel that everything should have a purpose. My goal was not to buyContinue reading “Yarn Stash”
Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 2
I’m continuing with my goal of improving my sweater knitting. I finished Amy Herzog’s book Knit to Flatter. I was able to get some good pointers. I’ve taken my measurements, found how to make adjustments such as short rows for the bust either vertical or horizontal. Since I’m bottom-heavy ways to add additional stitches toContinue reading “Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 2”
Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 1
I was going to start a new project-a sweater for myself. I went out on Ravelry to look at patterns. As I searching for a sweater. I started to notice something, I would like a sweater. But after reviewing the project page, I would notice the sweater wouldn’t look flattering when worn. So I began to wonderContinue reading “Knitting for Your Body Type-Part 1”
Baby Gift Finished
I finally finished my baby gift. The cardigan has the gulls and garter pattern as part of the design. I found the stitch pattern on the Lion Brand stitch pattern library. There was something about the pattern caught my attention. I knitted a swatch and was looking for a project that would be perfect. TheContinue reading “Baby Gift Finished”
My FO (finished object)
I hope everyone is enjoying November. If you are getting together with friends and family for the holidays, please enjoy the time spent together I completed the Nimbus cardigan last week and even worn it a coup,e of times. I want to knit this pattern again but the next time I plan to make itContinue reading “My FO (finished object)”
Yarn and yarn dilemmas
I have to admit I enjoy buying yarn. When I first started knitting and crocheting, I brought yarn even if I didn’t have a project in mind. I just enjoyed shopping for yarn-the color and the feel of the yarn between my fingers. Hey-I even like the smell. My stash starting growing just four baskets.Continue reading “Yarn and yarn dilemmas”
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