I wrote a while back on how to join yarn together and I did use that method for quite some time. See the blog post here (and ps. I now always have to join yarn together since I rarely make one skein projects). It’s not a horrible way to join yarn and it barely leaves a knot (you won’t even notice …
5 Months Old
I can’t believe my baby is already 5 months old. The time really has gone by fast. It feels like only yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital. James at 5 months: Rolls over from his back to his tummy, only on his right side. And a few times he’s gone from tummy to back but it’s usually the …
WIP Wednesdays
I only have a few items to showcase for this weeks WIP Wednesdays. First is a baby blanket. I’m making this guy using bulky yarn so it’s knitting up fairly quickly. Well quick for a blanket. Second is another monster. It’s my first two toned monster and I’m quite excited to see how it turns out. I’m still working on …
2016 Goals – Update
At the beginning of the year I made a handful of 2016 goals. I’ve had a hard time keeping up with them in the past, but this year I’d like to complete all (or most of) my goals. In order to hold myself accountable, I’m going to update all of you on these goals throughout the year. 2016 Goals: 1. …
Weaving in Ends
I hate weaving in ends. I mean hate it. If I could avoid them altogether I would. Since I can’t hire someone to sit there in weave in my ends for me, I’m left to weave them in myself as I tell myself I can finish this before the baby wakes up. Finishing a project feels great, well finishing the …
Organizing Projects
I have such a sophisticated way of organizing projects it’s unbelievable. And boy does it ever look classy. Hahaha. All kidding aside my secret for organizing projects is simple: Ziploc Bags. That’s right, extra large sandwich bags. Why I Love Organizing Projects With Ziploc Bags They are big. Really big. If I’m using the extra large bag, I can usually …
New Pattern Available
I have a new pattern available for sale. It’s a textured baby blanket made with bulky yarn. You can find the pattern in my Ravelry Store or my Etsy Shop. Happy Knitting, Ashley
Baby Shower Gifts
I have a set of baby shower gifts that I have been making for each new baby in our family and/or circle of friends. It started as a fluke. The first baby in the family I made a blanket as a baby shower gift, then a stuffed elephant when she arrived from the hospital and the Muti Dress for her first …
WIP Wednesdays
I only have one project on the go to include in my WIP Wednesdays this week. It’s not my usual amount but I’m trying to get a few items in the mail asap for baby Middleton #2. I’m almost finished the crocheted dog. The pattern can be found here on Etsy from the shop LovelyBabyGift. I made a few alterations with colour, adding extra …
Knitting or Crochet
I always get asked which is better, knitting or crochet. And for non crafters I’m sure they’re looking for a simple answer but in reality there isn’t. Although they both use yarn, there a differences between the two and each has its own set of strength and weaknesses. Knitting Uses two needles to achieve finished product. Each hand holds a …