Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Spooky Eyes Halloween Bags - New Pattern in Shop


I have one last Halloween bag design for the season.  This one is called Spooky Eyes and the pattern is for a trick or treat bag and a matching goodie bag.

 These were made using Red Heart Super Saver yarn. The body of the bags is worked flat, in one piece, the sides are stitched closed, and the handle is then stitched to the top of the bag.

Finished Sizes:
Trick or Treat Bag: 10" wide x 11" high
Goodie Bag: 4 3/4" wide x 5" high

Pattern available in my Etsy Shop

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Jack-O-Lantern Trick or Treat Bag and Goodie Bag - New Pattern in Shop

Hello all!  I'm still in a Halloween designing mode, and came up with a Jack O Lantern Trick or Treat bag with a matching goodie bag. 




These were made using Red Heart Super Saver yarn. The body of the bags is worked flat, in one piece, the sides are stitched closed, and the handle is then stitched to the top of the bag.


Finished Sizes:
Trick or Treat Bag: 9 1/4" wide x 10 3/4" high
Goodie Bag: 4 1/2" wide x 5" high

Pattern is available in my Etsy Shop

Monday, September 5, 2011

Candy Corn Halloween Bag Set - New Crochet Pattern in Shop

Fall is in the air finally, and I've been working on some Halloween projects.  This pattern set includes a Trick or Treat bag and two sizes of goodie bags.  I made them using Red Heart Super Saver yarn.  You can add a face, or just leave them plain.

Finished sizes are:
Trick or Treat Bag: 10 1/2" high x 10 3/4" wide (at top edge)
Small. Goodie Bag: 5 1/4" high x 5" wide (at top edge)
Large Goodie Bag: 6 3/4" high x 6" wide (at top edge)

Pattern is available in my etsy shop

And coming soon is a Jack-O-Lantern Trick or Treat bag with a matching goodie bag.  :)




Monday, August 29, 2011

Gus and Grace Update

I realized that Gus and Grace haven't made an appearance on this blog in quite some time.  And I thought I better give them a little face time so they don't get jealous of baby Eli showing up so often.  :)

It's a pretty easy update though, Grace is still sweet as can be, and Gus is still ornery as can be and still keeping us entertained on a daily basis.  And yes, he is still carrying around his pet string.  :)


Sweet, sweet Gracie!

Ornery Gus! :)

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

New Patterns in Shop

I've been busy working on a couple new designs for the shop.  The first is Starburst Coaster pattern, and I've had a lot of fun making these up in all sorts of fun colors.  I haven't tried making any using a varigated yarn, but that's next on my list to try.

I also finished up Pleats and Lace Scarf pattern, which I also enjoyed, but it was a bit more of a challenge given our recent heat wave.  :)  But I have to go where my ideas take me, even if it's making a scarf in 90+ temps.  :) 

Both patterns are available in my etsy shop 

Starburst Coasters are made using worsted weight cotton yarn and are 4 1/2" across.  They are made in two pieces, which are then connected when the border is stitched. 







Pleats and Lace Scarf is made using worsted weight yarn.  I used Berocco Vintage Worsted for the model.  It is made in two panels which are then stitched together at center back.  Each panel is made by first stitching the pleated edge, then turning and working the body of the scarf. 






Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Simple Stripes Dishcloth - Free Pattern

Simple Stripes Dishcloth has a nice texture, making it great for washing dishes.  It's also a great way to use up your leftover scraps. 
Finished size is about 8 3/4" x 8 3/4".  

Click "Download Now" link below to get pattern pdf


Saturday, July 16, 2011

Cute Little Backyard Visitors

I looked out the window this morning and saw this cute little turkey family come out of the woods and walk along the edge of our backyard.  The picture isn't the best because I had to take it thru the screen on our back porch.   Smart turkeys though, I noticed they made sure to have an adult turkey bring up the rear so none of the little ones could wander off.  :)