Crafting Update (with pattern)

There's nothing like the holiday season to kick my crafting motivation into high gear. I have finished quite a few projects so far. Thought I would share this really cute scarflette I made as a gift. I'm not really an expert on knitting patterns but this is generally what I did:

Using a bulky yarn like Jiffy Quick cast on about 24st. *Knit across turn purl across Repeat from * until it can wrap comfortably around your (or recipients) neck. Then begin moss stitch, for 5 rows. Cast off in moss stitch. Add buttons of your choice!

Enjoy and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Crafting Update

So I have made a little progress finishing some of my craft projects. I almost finished a scarf that I set out to make for myself. I have never knitted or crocheted myself anything. However, as I got to the final stage of the scarf it started to look, well....ugly! I think I did something wrong. This is when I quit and never go back. So now I must tear out several rows and start again. I am forcing myself to finish this thing and to do it right. And when I do, I will post a picture of my masterpiece. Until then...keep crafting.

Tree Cozy

This tree is called the "Tree Cozy" and it's located outside of the City Hall in Cleveland Heights. It was created by Carol Hummel and it took her over 500 hours to complete! I usually think that nature doesn't need any help looking beautiful and that we shouldn't mess with it, but I think this tree is somehow magical looking. Hummel creates tons of amazing yarn masterpieces from covering parking meters to making crochet paths in the sand. Her website is definitely worth a look.

Knit vs. Crochet

I've always been a knitter. I learned a few crochet techniques in school but never really had an interest in the look of it until recently. It seems to be a upcoming trend this fall and I really like what I'm seeing. I still prefer the look of a knit but I'm loving my new crochet projects because I finish so much faster. What do you all prefer...knit or crochet??

Cutest Crab

I absolutely LOVE this crab pattern that I found on Knitty.com, I guess being a Marylander has something to do with my obsession since we are crab fiends here. There is nothing like a true Maryland Blue Crab! If you use this pattern let me know I would love to see a different spin on it.