Lacy Edge Dishrag

Here is my new favorite dishrag pattern. It's a single crochet square dishrag with scalloped edge. (CH 4, sk a st, sc in next st) repeat around entire dishrag.

Dishrag Frenzy

I have been knitting and crocheting up a storm. I pumped out so many dishrags this month, but have forgotten to photograph them..... Next time. Most were gifts for birthdays. I made myself up a handful to go in my stocking for Christmas. I usually gift out everything, so decided Santa owed me a gift. They are made with that fabulous RED color and will be such a joy in the kitchen. The kids have been complaining our rags need an upgrade. Can't wait for Xmas morning! Silly I know, but with tight funds, this was one way to upgrade my rags. I'm thinking Santa may even drop in a few balls of Dishrag Cotton for the mama too. Imagine my delight to find even more cottons to work on after the new year.

Texas Tea

A common occurrence lately.

Love in a dishrag

I found a new dishrag cotton this week. A new color is always so exciting. This is my favorite color I've found as of yet. I love this red and can't wait to send some to a special friend in Cali, who has a red kitchen theme. I will however make several for myself as they are just to fantastic to part with all of them.

Scrubby Lady

I've been named the Scrubby Lady. Lately everywhere I've been I've had either a dishrag in hand or a dish scrubbie. I am in love with these fabulous little nylon scrubbies...... My grandmother loves them too, I'm mailing her some for her upcoming birthday and I'm keeping some for myself.

Dishrags Galore

I've been on a fun dishrag frenzy. I'm trying lots of different patterns with both knit and crochet. I do wish though I didn't have all these ends to weave in.

Winnie

Here is a little Winnie for my little Bit who is in love with Pooh Bear. I'll be working on a piglet for Xmas.

Pooh Purse

A Winnie-the-Pooh purse for Little Bits birthday.

Project List

Well after much deliberation last night, I'm going with.......another felted wallet and a dozen eggs (you will just have to wait and see). I am also ripping out (gasp) the fingerless gloves I started. I don't like the way the pattern is turning out. This yarn is too special to waste on a pair of gloves I don't like. It'll keep me busy this afternoon and evening. PIctures to follow.

Short Rows

I don't like short rows!!!!! They are holding me back from a few projects. I may have to sit and watch utube videos over and over this afternoon so I can figure them out. They never seem to come out right and really frustrate me. Grrr......

No knitting

I have finished up all but one project. For the first time in forever I'm working on a one by one basis. A weird feeling but I am liking it. I've been working on mini projects and sticking with that for awhile. Life is so busy it seems the best for now. Tonight I sit tucked in bed devouring my huge stack of personal knitting books looking for the perfect project to entice me. The problem is picking just one is too hard. Hmmmm my one by one plan is slowing fading away.

Little Turtle

This is a little crocheted turtle I've whipped up for a park biologist as a thank you for a special tour. She is a lover of turtles.

Beach Bag

I finally finished my knitted beach bag. It's a flax wool blend. It feels so soft but is also durable at the same time. We are headed to the beach today in fact. I'm going to pack it full of sunblock and snacks and see how it holds up.

Last Photo shoot

Little cactus getting a couple more shots in before heading to AZ.

Cactus

For my mother's birthday I whipped up a cactus. She lives in AZ and it seems only fitting. She doesn't keep live plants very well and I thought this would be perfect for her. Happy Birthday Mom!

Another view

Sting ray

Here is the newest sea creature being added to the collection. What a cutie!

Little Bit's Hat

Here is Little Bit's new hat! She crocheted the flower and I made her the new hat to go with it. The pattern came from one of the ladies at knit night. We are going to another teamwork effort and make a second.

Finished Scarf

It's done! It's a med length scarf with a fabulous shimmer to it. It's almost cold enough this week to wear it.

Gray and Red Pouch

I'm finally finished with my felted bag. I was going to make a tote styled bag out of it. Then decided to turn it into a felted zipper pouch. Once it's finished drying I will sew in a zipper. I may turn it into my new wallet. I am really happy I went with the pouch. I'm loving how it turned out. The magic of felting, it's always a surprise......