I just finished another Frontier shawl, and I am ready to start yet another, this time in ivory. What do you think of this light orange color? It will be great with denim, I think. Now, to find someone to adopt it! PHOTOS: Frontier filet crochet shawl from start to finish. It was made using… Continue reading Hidden places in my Korean neighborhood; finished Frontier shawl
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Thrifted jean jacket, reimagined
Second-hand and "vintage" clothing shops are becoming more popular in Korea, and I enjoy poking around them once in awhile to make up for the garage sales I miss in the U.S. These shops mainly carry clothing, but on occasion, they also sell luggage, quilts, and dishes. Last Saturday, I went to the thrift shops… Continue reading Thrifted jean jacket, reimagined
Craft supplies storage
I live in a small apartment, so storing my craft supplies remains a big challenge for me. I try to stay organized and tidy, but the laws of entropy apply as much to yarn as to anything else. Two ways I store: baskets in shelving, and fishing tackle boxes for small items. Can you find… Continue reading Craft supplies storage
Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
Now that the year is coming to a close, I think about all the new techniques I've learned and what I've made. I still have another month or so to finish my current WIPs, but you can bet I'll start another project before the year is out! One thing I've so enjoyed making this year… Continue reading Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
My weekend make: Mosaic crochet hat
Mosaic crochet is a new technique for me, and it's so much fun. Here are some photos of a hat I made, using a beautiful free pattern by Martin Up North, called "Up Early-Up North." I recommend checking out his blog, because in addition to his crochet talents, he takes stunning photos. I used two… Continue reading My weekend make: Mosaic crochet hat
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
Podcasts I listen to while crafting
I enjoy stitching while conversing with my stitch circle or family, but when that’s not possible - and I crave a bit of news or storytelling - I find a podcast series. Still working on the matelassé-inspired octagon blanket. Today's tea: Yogi mango ginger Podcasts are cool because they appeal to my urge to multi-task.… Continue reading Podcasts I listen to while crafting
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
The Frill Seeker 