This is a mini-post to share the finished wool beret I mentioned last time. I used some beautiful wool Aran yarn that I bought a few years back at Lincraft in Sydney, Australia. One skein and a 5mm hook was enough to complete the hat. PHOTOS: Wool beret from a free YouTube pattern by Ellej.… Continue reading New wool beret
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Christmas tree is up! + new hat pattern
I'm checking in to share a photo of my Christmas tree, a mini time capsule that I put up on Thanksgiving, as I try to do each year. My Dad's handmade ornaments cover about 80% of the tree, and the rest are gifts from friends and some travel mementos. The newest ornaments are a paper… Continue reading Christmas tree is up! + new hat pattern
Finished Dragonfly throw + free cable beret pattern link + cardigan progress
I'm back to share a few images of recently-made and in-progress articles. I love how the Flight of the Dragonfly throw came out. I opted for a simple finish to the border. Even though the popcorn stitches slowed me down, the end result is worth it! The weight is light and cottony and it has… Continue reading Finished Dragonfly throw + free cable beret pattern link + cardigan progress
Dad’s 2020 Christmas ornament and vintage hats
Well, yesterday I received a wonderful and highly anticipated Christmas care package from home (California) that took an unexpected seven weeks to arrive - after Christmas, but of course it is no one's fault, just another pandemic glitch. Dad's yearly Christmas ornament was inside. This year he has created an adorable sailboat with a red… Continue reading Dad’s 2020 Christmas ornament and vintage hats
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
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