Ever wondered whether or not you need to block amigurumi projects? This question came up on a Ravelry forum, and my reply seemed to be helpful for a couple of people I thought I’d share my technique with you here.
For many amigurumi projects, you may choose to work with acrylic. Acrylic yarns, unlike wool, are [...]
Yay! I’ve posted the last of the four new patterns on Etsy. Whew. Time to take a break from all the computer work and pick up that crochet hook again, lol.
Pirouette is one of my favorite designs so far. She’s very simple, but I think she’s pretty charming. I wanted to keep all four of [...]
My first finished objects are finally posted to my Etsy store: The Sunnyside Breakfast. I was thinking of doing an American breakfast series, and these were the first objects I’ve completed. The listing is for the sunnyside-up egg and two slices of bacon. Deliciously cute and won’t clog your arteries!
This project was challenging because I [...]
Sheldon is coming out of his shell just in time to make an appearance on my Etsy store. My son asked me to make a “turtle cuddle guy”, and Sheldon is the result.
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The next pattern has arrived. Whew! It’s this cuddly little piggy. I was inspired by swine flu (of all things) and thought that our porcine pals haven’t had the best PR lately, lol. From his squiggly tail to snubby snout, This Little Piggy is all about happiness (not H1N1). He’s flopped on his belly like [...]
I’ve posted the first of four new patterns on Etsy this morning. It’s a cute little bear about 6 inches tall wearing a sweater with a big stripe in the middle. He’s a great beginner pattern and works up very quickly.
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The monkey was accepted to the Mortal Plush show at Art Whino in Maryland. For those in the D.C. area:
Opening reception on July 11, 2009 from 6:00 PM to Midnight at Art Whino Gallery 173 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD 20745. There will be food, drinks and a DJ.
Now to box [...]
I’ve finished writing up four new patterns for the Etsy store. I still need to take the photos, but should have them posted by the end of the week!
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