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April 25, 2007
Popcorn Dishcloth
So I was on a popcorn stitch kick lately, and made two variations of popcorn squares for my square swap partner this month. I did the same sort of thing for my dishcloth for CLDCX2, combining the 2 squares. Turned out kinda cool, eh?
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April 24, 2007
Pants Purse
Ooooh, my sweetie friend Tina from Secret Crochet Pals make the cutest little pink pants purse for Lila. Lila loves her pants purse, and immediately stuffed her glitter 'lip glop' inside and is now carrying the purse around the house. Thanks, Tina!!!! You are too sweet!!! : )
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April 23, 2007
Popcorn Squares
Here's my squares for the first round in April of the CLGSX. I got both patterns from 200 Crochet Blocks, which is *still* my favorite square book and is *still* on my list of books to review. These are the popcorn flower square and the popcorn square; yes, I felt like doing some popcorn stitches. And just you wait till you see the popcorn dishcloth coming up next.... *lol*
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April 18, 2007
Thread Coasters
I did these 2 thread coasters for the last round of the CL Doily & Coaster exchange, and I'm so pleased with how they turned out! These are only the 2nd coasters I've ever made, and I'm pleased! I got the pattern from the Pattern a Day calendar, kinda modifying it a bit so they would be 4 inches in diameter in order to meet the exchange guidelines.
We're gearing up for round 2, and I'm planning a special surprise drawing for one lucky winner!!!! If you like thread, you should join today! Get yer thread on! : )
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April 17, 2007
Incredible Hooks!!!
while chatting with three of my great online friends from Secret Crochet Pals, Carole shared a link to Vermont Woodwork. Their hooks are *lovely* and I could not help but buy 2 of them. I got a size G in african rosewood and a size H in a pressed indigo. Arent they stunning!
These hooks are amazing! They glide seamlessly through yarn and are a delight to hold. As you can see, they're plenty beautiful, but practical, sturdy, and well made, too. Of course I had to begin 2 new projects just for these hooks; a fun fur/thread handbag with the H and a chenille handbag with the G.
I am totally impressed with the excellent customer service offered by Vermont Woodwork; they immediately responded to my emails, answered all my questions, and kept me posted on the progress of my order. The hooks were custom made for me to the size I chose (my favs, G and H), and the creator offered to design the handles if I had any preferences. Overall, my shopping experience was par none, the service was outstanding, and the shipping was honest and very fast. I highly recommend this seller and these hooks!!!!!
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April 08, 2007
The Enchanted Unicorn
DH and I went out to do our taxes at the same place his company does their payroll and whatnot, and of course I took some 6" squares to work on for the CL Granny Square Exchange. While I was there, our tax lady (who was awesome, by the way!) suggested I go by this place called The Enchanted Unicorn, which was nearby. For some unknown reason, DH said he'd subject himself to yarn shopping (maybe he hit his head that morning? Had a fever? Either way I was tempted to ask him, "Who are you, and what have you done with Daniel?" However I shut my yap as I can recognize an opportunity when I see one!) Anyways, back to our story about The Enchanted Unicorn.
It was a neat store full of exquisite fibers from cottons to wools to silk with everything in between. I saw for the first time in my life a Chibi needle, which everyone raves about on CL, I saw a swift and winder, which was cool (I still wind hanks as Gramma taught me - over 2 chairs and by hand), I saw a gianormous needle for broomstick lace and learned a little more about hairpin lace, which I am on fire to learn. I handled tons of lovely yarn, so soft, with bright colors, and I browsed their magazines and pattern books.
However..... and this is a BIG however, one lady kept following me around the store bugging me to learn to knit. I explained to her that I was an accomplished crocheter of 29 years and very dedicated to my handiwork, and that I'd even learned to knit but didnt like it at all. I explained that I have a healthy respect for knitters but that I was thoroughly dedicated to my art of crochet. The result? She continued to follow me around the store, telling me that I should reconsider and take knitting classes and that she would teach me properly. No matter how many times I said, 'No' to this woman, she would not let up. I was thoroughy miffed! I felt like my talent as a crocheter was not encouraged nor welcomed at the Enchanted Unicorn.
Boo!!! Hiss!!! Although that store was jam packed with stuff I truly want to aquire, I'll not go back. Not till I get an apology (yes, I emailed them from their website) and a promise that I could shop there, without harassment, as a crocheter.
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