January is coming to a close. The first craft of the year has been pounced upon and conquered as much as I could do with a month’s time to spend on it.
Crochet has tested me, but it has rewarded me as well. I have found joy in the feel of silk and cotton yarns slipping through my fingers to create something I would not have been able to do even a month before. With each stitch I get more confident, and find ideas for crochet projects wherever I look. There’s a freedom to the form of crochet that knitting can’t compare to. (Although I love knitting just as much, all the same.)
As I’ve jumped into this project there have been some unexpected discoveries along the way.
- People share their handmade skills in abundance.
Hey folks!
Today I’m introducing a fantastic weekly theme inspired by Laura from Cupcakes for Clara.
Doodles from my pocket Moleskin, brainstorming craft-inspired wall art projects.
(from Dec 2012)
So here’s the plan… share one sketch/photo/work in progress within your post with only one sentence to explain it, or maybe no words at all.
– original post here
If you’re a fellow creative, be sure to join in! I’ll be posting sneak peeks of my doodles every Thursday.
Enjoy ~
Say hi to Boots, the newest addition to the Simmonds family!
After much debate Alex and I couldn’t stand the quiet any longer, and have welcomed a new addition to the family. It’ll be a joy to get used to little kitty feet running around the house again.
She’s a rescue cat, and looks to be around five or six according to the vet. Boots has lots of cute age-freckles common in ginger kitties. Best part of a lovable older kitty? She loves snuggles and doesn’t mess around with my yarns. ..Much.
Her favourite pastime: 
Valentine’s is getting closer by the minute! Any plans? In the meantime, check out these beautiful coffee-inspired picks in my newest Etsy treasury.
— P.S. Love the bigger font in the photo?
It’s called Sail, and is free for commercial use! Download it here.
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I love how varied hearts can be in crochet. Valentine’s Day is a month away, and whether you want to make something for the special day or just adore hearts, I’ve made a list of my favourite free crochet patterns so far!
1. What cute little appliqué hearts!
2. Another fantastic free design from DROPS.
3. An American folk-inspired crochet heart.
