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Knitted Hat

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Here is my first knitted hat using circular needles! It was very quick to knit, I did not drop any stitches, and it was simple by design so I could get used to the needles. I still need to get comfortable finishing it, but I am happy with how it turned out. I will start the next one with K2P2 for about one inch or so for a different look. The yarn is so soft! It is Ella Rae's Cozy Soft (25% Superwash Wool, 75% acrylic), the needle size was US 7 (4.5mm), 16" (40 cm) by Knitter's Pride. I … [Read more...] about Knitted Hat

New project

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Bought these yesterday (as if I needed another project!) and will knit a hat for Nicholas, my grandson. Can you tell I cannot take him out of my mind? The last time I knitted something was 24 years ago when I made a yellow jumpsuit for  Michael. Now, it is time to knit for his son... I haven't knitted hats yet so Kathy Lewis, the owner of my favorite quilt store in Delaware - Serendipity Quilt Shop - will be teaching me. Speaking of Serendipity, I just happen to be in Delaware when they … [Read more...] about New project

Embroidery coming along

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My grandson is already 2 months old and I am still working on his second quilt... Last night I finished the giraffes and today I completed the puppies. I did not have a chance to iron them before I took the picture, thus the hoop marks. There are 7 more blocks to go, then I will use fabrics from the Two by Two collection by Henry Glass (2012) for sashing, borders, and backing. It will look so cute when it is done... perhaps by Christmas, at the rate I am going! Here are some of the fabrics I … [Read more...] about Embroidery coming along

Wool Pincushion

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My friend Tomi made this pincushion based on the Henrietta Hen wool pincushion by Whimsy Street Patterns (you can find it here). Isn't it beautiful? So beautiful that there is no way I am ever going to use it... Pincushions have gone from the functional to the collectible very quickly! Wool pincushions are particularly hot right now, although I feel like they should be enclosed in a glass case to keep them from getting dusty. Do you collect pincushions? Do you like a particular pattern … [Read more...] about Wool Pincushion

For a more comfortable trip

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My mom liked a kitty I made for my boys so much that I made one for her. When placed behind the neck, you can be more comfortable when traveling or even when watching TV. I used flannel, filled it well, painted the face... So the flannel heart would not fray, I sewed it onto fusible web first, turned it inside out, and hand appliqued it onto the body. It is fun to make stuffed animals! I cut an extra one to put on my Etsy shop, and will try to finish it tomorrow, as today I was busy seeing my … [Read more...] about For a more comfortable trip