We have a local home called The Russell Home [for Atypical Children] which houses special needs children (and some who have grown up in the home). The Russell Home is a private, not-for-profit home that provides around the clock care and love to those living there, and make it feel just like home for them…. Read more
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Chevron Shoulder Bag – Rebeckah’s Treasures – Crochet Pattern Review
I pattern tested this Chevron Shoulder Bag for my friend Rebeckah of Rebeckah’s Treasures. This testing began back in November of 2014, and definitely shouldn’t have taken this long to complete and post, but a couple things caused this to remain in the WIPs bin: 1.) The time it took to complete because of the yarn used;… Read more
Ceres Top, Take 2 with Strap Adjustment – Crochet Pattern by MermaidCatDesigns
Mid May, I shared my original Crochet Review for the Ceres Top. I revisited the pattern when I received a special request in my EyeLoveKnots Etsy shop for a different type of back strap. This post is how to work the strap adjustment. For full pattern review, visit my Ceres Top – Crochet Pattern Review… Read more
Handicrafter Cotton Baby Booties – Crochet Pattern Review – Bernat/Yarnspirations
I have had this pattern bookmarked for quite some time, and finally decided to give it a try (back in September of last year – yikes!) was a little disappointed. I just pulled the little bootie out of my WIPs bin and thought I’d complete this post. The bib stands unfinished at this time, so… Read more
Little Girls Purse – Crochet Pattern Review – Cream of the Crop Crochet
I was asked to review this Little Girls Purse, and I am so glad that I did! I had looked at it before, and pinned it with my little cousin, Madison, in mind, but I wasn’t sure when I was going to get around to working it up – thanks for the push Brie! This… Read more
Our Two Year Anniversary Together – Gift Idea!
My boyfriend, Chad, and I just celebrated our two year anniversary together – dating, not married. My go-to gifts for him are usually a gift basket full of goodies (ie body wash, shampoo, toothpaste, hair ties, peanut butter snacks and candies, gatorade, etc) or some new painting canvas. I wanted to do something a little… Read more
‘Finger’ Knit Chain Scarf Using Bargello Yarn – FREE Pattern
I have been on a finger knitting kick since my first finger knit scarf last week – funny because at first I wasn’t exactly convinced, and now I love making them! I had two balls of Bargello yarn I found on Clearance – can’t remember if it was from Joann‘s or Michaels. I had bookmarked… Read more