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wp-1483529016772.jpgIt’s done!  We finished the temperature blanket yesterday.  Boy was that a project….lots of fun but it did require determination to finish.  I used single crochet for the majority of blanket but I did do a double crochet – chain one to separate the months.  I also used a bobble/popcorn stitch on the snow days.  I love how it turned out….but it is really long!  I will probably turn up the bottom and stitch the sides to create a pocket for my feet since I plan to use it as a lap throw.  Now to decide what to do for 2017…maybe a scarf!

wp-1483529016765.jpgClick here to read the original Temperature Blanket post and to get the instructions and chart for starting one for yourself this year.

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A Fast Crochet Hat

Last night my good friend and neighbor, Debbie, came over to learn to make a granny square in crochet.  She’s a  marvelous knitter but she wants to do more crochet so she is practicing.  While getting her going I worked on a hat and whipped up this cute number.  It actually has a granny square in the top and then I turned it into a round for the hat.  With the big cabbage rose and leaves on the side, I am liking it a lot!  I may keep this one for myself.

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I’ve been working on some sample scarves & cowls for upcoming classes at The Studio when Allen asked if I could make a neck warmer to help keep the cold out while he is working outside.  He needed something that didn’t hang down to get caught on anything so I came up with this little Navy neck warmer.  I think it will be just right for a utilitarian garment.  The green cowl is for me…fun with the fringe but also nice and warm.

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Crochet a Neck Warmer

crochet-cowl2Learn to crochet a neck warmer that you’ll love wearing or giving as a lovely gift.  This is an easy project. A class will be offered at The Studio on Sunday afternoon, January 15th at 2 pm.  Plan to join us. Click here to register.

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The New Cool Cowl

I’ve learned to knit and you know what that means…..more cool patterns!  On the trip to Raleigh last week I was with two knitters and we decided to make this cool looking cowl so we pick up some nubby yarn.  When I got home I got started.  I had a pattern and everything….but I don’t know enough yet about knitting so on row 3 of the pattern I went rogue.  Since I didn’t know what I was doing I just made it up…..and I  like  how it turned out.  Then I made a crocheted version(pictured on the right).  I think we’ll have a class in these in January.  Get your hooks or needles ready!

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Crocheted Cancer Ribbon pattern.  This intermediate class coming soon.

It’s getting cooler outside and it’s time to get out the indoor crafts and hobbies and that includes all types of needlework.  If you haven’t learned to Crochet, Knit or Embroidery  (or if you need to brush-up on your skills) you are in luck.  We have beginning classes coming up this month.  Beginning Crochet class is Tuesday, October 25th.  Beginning Knitting is Thursday, October 27th and Embroidery is Sunday October 30th.  Just click on the one you are interested in taking for more information and to register.

You know there is nothing worse than being rained or snowed in without something to do  so come on and learn to make some cool  projects.  Plus the holidays will be here in no time and handmade gifts are best.  Time to get started.

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Tulip Stitch

Now that the weather is cooling off it’s time to think about picking up some needlework.  I love to crochet when it gets cold outside.  So I have been working on some ideas for crochet classes for The Studio.

 

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Beginner’s Class Infinity Scarf

We will have a Beginning Crochet Class on October 25th.  You can get  more information on that here.  The great thing about this class is that you will not only learn to crochet but you will actually make a beautiful infinity scarf.  Just ask some of the ladies who took this class last year.  I created a few “monsters” as they made dozens of scarves that all of their friends are now enjoying.

 

We will announce a few other crochet classes soon – one that will include how to work more advanced stitches and joining them like this Tulip Stitch afghan.  Watch for it.

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20160920_215212.jpgOnce again the Temperature Blanket is up-to-date.  It’s getting really long.  I may make a change in the design to widen it out over the last three months.  I do like how it’s coming along though.

For more information on Temperature Blankets click here.

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20160806_064933.jpgNot being mobile because of this knee surgery (see yesterday morning’s post) has me catching up on several projects including the Crocheted Temperature Blanket.  I love how this thing is looking.  The last time I shared it with you was May 3rd and that was the progress of the rows through April where it looks very cool and blue/green (see that here),  but now there are so many more rows of HOT colors added for the weather we have had in July and August.

I hope you all are working on yours too and will share  your photos with us.  Here is information on making a Temperature Blanket.  It’s never too late to start!

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20160503_081245Here’s an update on the Temperature Blanket.  We are a third of the way through the year.  I’m loving the way it’s turning out.  How is yours coming along?  Never too late to start.

Click here for info on how to make a Temperature Blanket.  

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