Hello everyone! It has been quite some time since I’ve posted here and if you’re reading this and still following along, just know I am so grateful! As much as I miss crocheting and sharing my projects here on the blog, taking a step back has been good not onlyContinue Reading…
Jute twine. It’s not just for gardening anymore. I’ve actually used it to make this doily for Mama following the “Chunky Doily Rug” pattern by Pamela Wynne from the Crochet At Home book. It certainly had its moment in the spotlight at our house this past few days since myContinue Reading…
Recently I bought a violet mercerized cotton yarn with “violet” being the color of the year in my mind, but when I got home I can’t even think of a single project that I could make with it. Maybe because violet is not my new black or because I preferContinue Reading…
Not wanting to be limited to what was available in store, I took the time to design and make several handmade gifts despite the hustle and bustle of last Christmas season. Among the items I made, this 2-in-1 cup coaster cozy is one of my favorite crochet gift and stashContinue Reading…
Just when I thought I’m all done with my Christmas projects, the idea of making my own version of a gingerbread man ornament keeps popping in my head and I realized the fun of this season is neverending! So last night after putting my little boy to bed, I grabbedContinue Reading…
Last month I visited a newly opened Daiso Japan store near our town. They have this little section for crafting, knitting and crochet supplies and those multi-colored yarns particularly the green shade ones instantly caught my attention. I knew right then I want some for my Christmas project, and IContinue Reading…
My fondest memories as a child center around the Christmas season. I can still remember those times when we used to watch Mama make our Nativity scene out of cardboards and weave strings along the border where she can place colorful Christmas lights afterwards. It doesn’t look like much andContinue Reading…