I couldn’t resist sharing a few more photos and video of the height of Spring. The lilacs are out now, too, so that means I’d better hurry and get my yearly bunch before they’re gone. Video shows the petals dropping and giving the landscape its soft-focus appearance. I heard the call of pheasants today, too,… Continue reading Part 2: Spring blossoming on campus w/video
Tag: color
Dog sweater update
Today was a day of moving several WIPs along, plus one tiny update to a sweater I made for my dog, Bodhi. Bodhi’s gator sweater Mr. Gator lacked a tail, so I added one, in time for Bodhi to don his first sweater of the season. Oversized pearly whites The sweater was done freehand according… Continue reading Dog sweater update
Blanket and sweater weather in Korea
Granny stripe blanket This granny stripe blanket took ages to make - not because it’s a complicated stitch, but I took multiple breaks, sometimes to make whole other blankets! Granted, it’s huge - fits a queen-sized bed - but I may need a little work with my attention span. It has four colors of Lion… Continue reading Blanket and sweater weather in Korea
Scraps to Treasure: Free lanyard pattern (crochet)
Anyone with a yarn (or fabric, or paper) obsession like mine will recognize this photo - it's the result of never wanting to throw out any craft material, "just in case" it comes in handy one day. Full disclosure, that's only a fraction of my scrap stash. But not long ago, it was even bigger! … Continue reading Scraps to Treasure: Free lanyard pattern (crochet)
Autumn in Korea: Color inspiration
I love all things Autumn - the chill in the air, unpacking the heavy quilts, baking, and above all, the colors that inspire me. Fall colors are a sight to behold in Korea. After living in Korea for more than a decade, I've decided that October is my favorite month. By Halloween, the landscape is… Continue reading Autumn in Korea: Color inspiration