What's in the bag, I can't read!

Yes, it's a bacon scarf. Artharpy commissioned this scarf for her father-in-law, who is a meat-judger at county fairs. I think that's how she explained it. I looked online for patterns, and what was most common was just red and white stripes. I thought I could do better than that. So I purchased off-white and "paprika" yarn, in 100% wool. I then free-handed the stripes, changing direction, using mostly single crochet, but changing it up sometimes. It took a long time, because I wanted it to have some size once I felted it. And that's the key to how great this looks, I think, because felted, the stitches aren't very visible. It was a fun project to work on, and when I look at it, I can't quit laughing!

Yarn Wreath

If you're a knitter or crocheter and are anything like us, you're probably swimming in yarn. You can make the obvious pot holder, dish rag, scarf, throw, etc. but what about something more creative? I happened upon a great use of yarn just a few minutes ago and was so excited about it, I just had to share it with our readers.

Next time you have more yarn than you know what to do with, make a yarn wreath!*




*From mintagehome.blogspot.com. A wonderful blog!

Cream Baby Blanket

This was wonderful to work up--I used a supersoft yarn. This was for a friend of mine, but I've still got the pattern, so feel free to custom order!!

Buttered bread coasters - Sylva Sis

I finally posted a new item! I really can't wait to graduate so I can have more time and energy to put into crochet projects. :o)

W00t!

The Sylva Sis' "Eternity Scarf" is our first item to hit 100 views! Very exciting to see the traffic to our shop.

Baby Dolls

I have not really been one for baby dolls. Even as a kid, if I got one as a gift, I threw it in the back of my closet. On Etsy, some of the pictures that use dolls as models look really creepy.

...but...I don't have any babies around to use as a model. We don't really specialize in baby stuff anyway. So when we need to market a baby item...well, what are ya gonna do?

So here's our new model, codename Devilbaby.

First Challenge!

I entered the Cross Body Tote in the Team Etsy Rain Challenge--Black and White. It was a lot of fun to make although it took me longer than I thought it would. Let's see if it gets picked for the Treasury...and if we can get some more attention for the shop!!