Stash Baskets!

I love making these! So easy. So crisp. Cotton is the way to go. I'm whipping up a couple more for around the house.



This little one is perfect for me to toss my jewelry into.



Next I want to make one with ribbon. Any thoughts?

Granny Square Blanket in Forever 21 Inspired Colors

I was shopping online the other day and stumbled upon a picture that caught my eye. In the background of the picture there was a granny square blanket in four perfectly modern complimentary colors. Score! I've been wanting to granny it up without becoming one. The squares aren't very big so I'll need around 140 of them to make a decent size blanket. I have 17 or so done. Little by little!

Cinnabar Update

I'm almost done! The problem is I've been almost done for about a month now. I'm bored. I don't want to finish it. Blah blah blah. You know how it goes. So I've decided that I'm forcing myself to finish the dang thing by the end of the month. Wish me luck!

Cinnabar by Doris Chan

Once again I've changed directions. I started this Cinnabar a few days ago and I've gotten pretty far. I'm done with the body and working on the edging. Once I'm done with that I'll add the sleeves. Here's a picture of hers and then mine.






So far I'm loving the fit. Fingers crossed that the sleeves fit too!

Runaround? No thanks.

I finished the runaround and was less than pleased. I made it at least a size too big, maybe more. You may or may not be able to see it in these pictures, but it fits me like a loose T-shirt. I want to try again with a thinner yarn and a smaller size. Here it is! Perhaps I'll sell it on etsy once I sew in the ends =)



Ignore the end-of-the-day hair and I-don't-like-it face.



If I clipped it in the back like they do on mannequins it would help.



Oh well. If you're interested in buying this piece I'll put in on Etsy for you. Just let me know =)

Distracted Again!

I've been crocheting my Runaround and I've got it past the armholes but I think I'm gonna set it aside for a few days. I was wandering around my local craft store when the current issue of Crochet Today caught my eye. Now I can't focus! I want to make the Nordic Pullover so badly! I mean seriously, is this cute or what? So I caved, bought the yarn, and once I finish up my last Christmas present (a statement belt) I'm gonna tackle this sweater.

More Projects from Everyday Crochet

Right now I'm working on Runaround in Charcoal Lion Brand Cotton Ease.



My yarn is worsted weight which makes me a little nervous since I just discovered the sample piece was made in a lighter weight yarn. Here's what I've got so far.







Next I'll be working on Tall Latte. I bought some pricier Pima Cotton for that project. Can't wait to start!