I have a number of great books from my library that need a new home. These are all excellent beginner books in perfect, like-new condition. Knitting Pretty: Simple Instructions for 30 Fabulous Projects by Kris Percival Hip to Knit: 18 Contemporary Projects for Today’s Knitter by Judith L. Swartz The Urban Knitter: A New Generation [...]
I just finished these twin Nest Boxes for my twin sisters-in-law. They asked for peach flowers, so I designed around that color scheme. I like the juxtaposition between the soft flower colors and the high-contrast nest. Since the pattern is quick and easy to work up, I had these finished in time to give them [...]
I’ve decided to offer all of my amigurumi animal patterns for one low price on Etsy. You can get all 5 patterns for $10. You’d be paying $15 if you bought them separately, so you’re saving 1/3 off of that price. Sweet deal! Take advantage of this now so that you’ll have plenty of time [...]
So it may not be “officially” autumn for another week or so, but I for one can’t wait! I’ve heard people say that we don’t have seasons in California, but we do. They are more subtle, but are every bit as enjoyable as anywhere else. To celebrate the changing season, I’d like to share a [...]
Our friends over at CRAFT are hosting a crochet-along for a tiny, brushed amigurumi panda designed by Tamie Snow of Roxycraft. Check out the site to join in the fun. The project is co-sponsored by Lion Brand Yarn. This is a great way to score a wonderful FREE pattern, and learn a new technique: brushed [...]
Just finished writing up the pattern for Fielding the Mouse, my latest amigurumi pattern. He’d make a fun desk/cubicle buddy, and can’t avoid his destiny as a cat toy! Just stuff him with fiberfill and catnip, and let the games begin. Pattern available on Etsy and Ravelry. Let me know what you think.
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 [...]
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.
