Grape Jelly
I swear no more. I won’t make any more ponchos….Today. No more today. This delicious grape jelly, bulky alpaca blend poncho is the only one I will make today.
Category: In Stitches
But the problem is…
I have a problem. I start projects with buckets of enthusiasm. But, I struggle with the completion concept. With my crochet, I get in a groove. As one piece is coming to a finish, I’m…
Purple Bark
“In Stitches” is becoming my normal state of being. I’m okay with that. This yarn. I almost missed it. It didn’t grab my attention by being flashy like the costumed hoop-girl at a concert. She…
Pause….
This week was paused due to emotional difficulties. I mean, the days happened- coffee was sipped, meals eaten, showers taken & sleep eventually found me. Yes, the days passed. But in slow motion. Ish. I’m…
Melange
In Stitches Sometimes a skein catches your eye but doesn’t hold your attention. Sometimes, your attention is held long enough to reach out, but the touch doesn’t live up to your expectations. Sometimes your touch…
Spring Mix
In Stitches… I’m beginning the fourth and final “Spring Mix” project. I’m really loving this yarn. I bought it a few years ago and waited until it matched designs that were floating in my head….
Fern
I’ve waited so long… Fern, I’ve wanted you since the moment I saw your picture. You played hard to get, but you know I’m not a gal who gives up. We’ve barely begun, but I’m…
Feel the Love… In Stitches
My fingernails are dipped in a color called “Les Champs Elysees,” a good neutral for my fair, peachy-pink skin tone. They click against the crochet hook as my hands and fingers dance, pulling soft yarn…
Speedy stitches
I’ve mentioned that I crochet faster in planes and cars. It’s true. If I’m on a self-imposed or order deadline, I’m gonna ask Hubs to drive me around while I pull up and pull through…