A gift 12 years in the making

Since getting married this past fall, I’ve kind of taken a hiatus from blogging. But thankfully not from crafting! I’ve actually picked up the pace and tackled projects I never thought I could. I’ve also discovered some unfinished projects, as well as the beginnings of a breeding stash of yarn[Read more]

Penguins Benefit from Knitted Sweaters

While perusing articles about knitting I came across this story and couldn’t resist sharing it you.  Enjoy… Australia’s Oldest Man Likes to Knit Mini Sweaters for Injured Penguins   The Victoria’s Phillip Island Penguin Foundation says this “is not a fashion statement” but instead they help the little creatures if they are[Read more]

Delicious Bacon Ranch Chicken

Have you ever had a craving for something yummy for dinner but not sure what to cook?  I remembered pinning a chicken recipe the day before which I was drooling over on Pinterest and grabbed my computer. Unfortunately I was extremely disappointed when I clicked on it and it lead[Read more]

Yarn Stash Buster: Baby Socks

What do you do with that leftover sock yarn?  The perfect yarn stash buster is knitting baby socks of course. I always have yarn leftover when I make a pair of adult size socks.  This is the perfect project to use some of my sock yarn stash.  The pattern is[Read more]

Throwback Thursday: Pantone Color of the Year

Throwback Thursday highlights a post from years past that we think you might enjoy! This post about the Pantone Color of the Year 2013 originally made its debut on Grace Elizabeth’s on Jan 10, 2013.  I’m a little behind on reporting Pantone’s “Color of the Year” for 2015.  I was reminded[Read more]

Yarn Stash Buster: Baby Houndstooth Blanket

Are you ready for another “Yarn Stash Buster?”  This crocheted baby blanket may look familiar to those who follow our blog.   It was created by using one of our popular patterns using worsted weight yarn (#4). Purchase it HERE. The pattern is for a full-sized afghan; however, I simply[Read more]

Yarn Stash Buster: Knitted Cowl

Are you ready for a “Yarn Stash Buster?”  This knitted cowl was a natural.  I simply used a tried and true pattern from a past post, so if you are looking for a free pattern, here it is – Easy Peasy Knitted Cowl. I’m not sure which finished cowl I like[Read more]

Yarn Stash Buster

Do you have a Yarn Stash or are you a great Yarn Stash Buster?  I didn’t think I had a stash until I took an honest look at my closet.  I have always prided myself in not buying any supply unless I had a project in mind.  I have never (ok[Read more]