Archives for the ‘Crafting for Myself’ Category

I Made A Sock!

I cannot believe I got this done so fast.  I know some people can whip up a pair of socks in a few days, but I am not one of them.  Some day maybe. I used Alyson Johnson’s Just Yer Basic Sport Sock pattern.  It took me a while to find a basic, simple sock […]

The First of Four

I have always wanted to make a quilt for each of the four seasons.  I was just chatting with The Snail the other day and happened to mention this and she most enthusiastically replied, “that’s a great idea!” So of course that got me thinking. I’ve been buying these vintage sheets and pillowcases lately and the […]

Sock Progress

I am so proud of my sock and it’s not even done yet.  It’s kind of hard to see in the photo, but I turned a heel! I was making real progress and then after a rough day I was rushing through dinner preparations and I nearly cut the tip of my left pinkie off.  […]

On Knitting

What is is about the cold weather that makes people around the globe reach for two sticks and a ball of yarn?  There is really nothing better than cozying up on the couch under a warm quilt with some knitting and a cup of hot tea.  And I’m sure this is where I’ll be tonight […]