Scalloped Cowl

In case you didn't know, I LOVE scarves! All of them. Crochet scarves, fancier chiffon scarves, and the $5 ones from Wal-Mart. I sincerely LOVE them all! Honestly, 10 months out of the year, I'm wearing a scarf. In the "Dead of Winter" it's the only thing that makes me happy, when it's 20 degrees outside.

But lately, I've really been into the "cowls." You know, the round scarf like things that are incredibly warm. Yes, those things. I've searched Etsy high and low. There are some gorgeous ones...but I'm not too quick to spend $30 on 1 cowl. So I made up a pattern. I've already made myself 4!



Do see this gorgeous picture? It's of a free pattern from Lion Brand yarn. I'm absolutely IN LOVE here! But I can't find the right size of crochet hook. I have the yarn, and the pattern printed. But you can bet your life on this...when I find the crochet hook, I'm making this immediately! ♥

Halloween Crochet

Look at how cute these Halloween projects are! So cute and simple. And something that I really want to make. :)

This cute bear all dressed up.

A decoration for a candle. Just perfect!

These cute finger puppets for your favorite little ones.

A fun ghost.

And this cute spider!

These are all the free crochet patterns, from Free Crochet, from this past week. It gets me really excited! I can't wait to start crocheting. Because that means I'll get to start decorating. And I really do LOVE Halloween! ♥

Winter White Bear

I recently found this pattern on Crochet Soiree. And I think this "Winter White" teddy bear is just too cute! I want to make a few of them. And they're definitely going on my Christmas Craft List. I just need to find the perfect yarn to make them. I can think of at least 10 little girls who would enjoy one of these little guys! ♥

Pond Friends Stacking Toy

I really want to make this cute toy for Baby C. My best friend's little girl, Baby C, is due in October. And I've been making so many things for her. But this little toy, it's just too cute! And I want to make it. I need to get some yarn though. I can't wait!

I know, it's probably a little premature. Being that Baby C isn't even here yet. Not to mention, this is for a baby who is a few months old. But I can't help myself! And I want to make it. It's also a free pattern and Lion Brand. ♥

Missing Slip

It completely slipped my mind. How? I'm not sure. But in a week, we baptise Emma Grace. I did good. I had her dress, bonnet, and booties finished in October. Before she was born. I was crocheting the set around the time that Anahi got baptized. I figured I was completely ahead of the curve. Not like my rush to find Anahi a dress. Which let me tell you, it's hard to find a baptismo dress for a toddler!

A few minutes ago, I realized that I didn't make the slip. It doesn't sound like a big deal. But my sewing machine isn't working. And it's at my parent's house. Over 250 miles away!!! My mom is trying to fix it. Now what? I need to go to JoAnn's and buy some fabric and lace. Then I'm going to make up my own pattern. And sew it by hand. I can tell you one thing, it's going to be one of a kind. But 100%, made out of love!!!

Being a Godmother, Nina, or Nana is a big job. It's starts with love and faith. At some point, there is a beautiful white dress involved. But most importantly, it's about loving the child that you are going on this journey with. I was honored when Anna Marie and Joe asked me to be Emma's Nana. Then they let me dream up her middle name. And asked me to make her baptismo gown. The current lack of a slip, is minimal. It's the love that counts! ♥

A Cardigan for Sarita

I seen this pattern a long time ago on Lion's Brand website. And I saved it. I'm not a 100% sure why. But I did. I guess I knew that someday, I would find a good reason to make it. Well, I've found a great reason to make it. For Sarita! I had wanted to make this in a dark red color. Something a little fun and Valentine's Day-ish. But something that she could wear after the holiday too.

Unfortunately, our 2 Wal-Marts no longer sell crafts. Therefore, the yarn stock is also very much depleted. I should have remembered to pick up the yarn when I went to go visit my brother. Or even when I went back to my hometown. But it slipped my mind. Completely! I don't need much yarn. Although she is 4 years old, she only wears a 2T. And sometimes, that is even too big for her!

I figured 2 skeins of Caron's dark reddish yarn would be more than enough. But the Wal-Marts here, don't carry Caron brand yarn any more. I didn't have time to go to Hobby Lobby. Because I had to go to work. And as usual, we have these weird long breaks of down time. So yesterday, I decided to look through my yarn stash. At work! Yes, I have a drawer of yarn. Because I make the kids toys.

At the very bottom was a skein of "I Love This Yarn" in Mid Green. It's darker than the picture, but not quite a sage green. I decided to try this pattern out. I know Sarita will be in town for about 10 days. Maybe I can get it done before this weekend. I like the color. But it's still not the red color I was looking for. I guess I can try to find yarn between now and then. AnI still want to make it and send it to Sarita at the hospital. A girl can never have too many sweaters!!! ♥