Daily writing promptIn what ways do you communicate online?View all responses Happy New Year! We are two weeks into 2025 already, and looking ahead to the Year of the Wood Snake in eastern astrology. The snake is thought to bring wisdom, adaptability, and a sense of transformation. Our long-suffering, beautiful world is in dire need… Continue reading Blue rhombus shawl + Bloganuary: how I communicate online
Getting ready for the holidays; a peek back at fall
The holiday season is upon us, and I'm feathering my nest in preparation for the yearly visits from St. Nick and Old Man Winter. My favorite beef and barley soup simmers on the stove; pumpkin bread is in the oven. Candles are strategically placed, and handmade woolens are back in rotation. Five weeks have flown… Continue reading Getting ready for the holidays; a peek back at fall
Happy Halloween! New rhombus shawl for autumn
A bright, crisp autumn is underway in my corner of the world, and I've just finished a new shawl to wear. It's called the Rhombus Cross shawl, made with Alize Diva, a microfiber yarn that has a silky feel and a slew of pretty colorways to choose from. I settled on 234 Gold Brown and… Continue reading Happy Halloween! New rhombus shawl for autumn
Peckish plant amigurumi + Busan highlights
It's hard to believe this beautiful summer is coming to a close and I'm heading back to classes on Monday! This time, I've enjoyed a much slower pace than I normally take during my summer breaks. I stayed in Korea and took a few short trips, including a beach adventure with my boy Bodhi to… Continue reading Peckish plant amigurumi + Busan highlights
African flower hexi bag + more finished objects
In between summer trips, I've been crafting and put the finishing touches on a funky little bag that's made with African flower hexagons, a cotton lining, and a reversible strap. The bag is a departure from anything I would normally carry, as I tend toward more minimalist stuff. I've grown fond of this prototype, though,… Continue reading African flower hexi bag + more finished objects
Coconut milk ice cream; craft progress
The sweltering heat and humidity of Korean summer once again has me reaching for a home-made frozen treat (not that I need much incentive). I got my ice cream maker a few years ago, when a co-worker moved, and I had the good fortune to inherit his never-used Cuisinart. Since then I've looked forward to… Continue reading Coconut milk ice cream; craft progress
Daisy chain shawl; African flower motifs
Hello friends, just a few crafty updates for you. A couple of weeks back, I finished this Daisy Chain shawl, and it came out beautifully, with a cushy texture and a generous size. Three tassels add a bit of weight and flair. I used three skeins of King Cole Subtle Drifter yarn in color 4393… Continue reading Daisy chain shawl; African flower motifs
Man in the Moon wreath; craft updates
One of the perks of living in a high-rise apartment is a rare brush with the airborne wilds. The past two springs, a fledgling kestrel has crash-landed on my air-con unit as (s)he practices the finer points of flight. https://youtube.com/shorts/gc5V5ygvs2I?feature=share VIDEO: Junior, weighing his options. This year's youngster I've taken to calling Junior. When Junior… Continue reading Man in the Moon wreath; craft updates
All-seeing mushrooms
Cyclops mushrooms are a kooky little in-between project that kept a smile on my face throughout! I have no doubt my nieces would appreciate these fanciful charms. PHOTO: Amigurumi cyclops mushies Crocheted with Phildar Coton 3 yarn and a 2.5mm hook, and fitted with glass cabochon eyes, finished mushies are about 9cm from base to… Continue reading All-seeing mushrooms
New amigurumi rooster
One of my favorite things to do in my crafting downtime is to make toys and amigurumi figures. This new rooster was one of the cleverest, most enjoyable patterns I've done yet! He is a little bigger than similar figures I've done in the past, standing a full 26cm (10 inches) and balancing his handsome… Continue reading New amigurumi rooster
The Frill Seeker 