Crazy Patchwork Cross Stitch Part 2

Hello again everyone!
It's Sunday, which means it's time for the next installment of my SAL.

First off, here is my interpretation of part one.

And now for part two. This is designed to fit just under part one beside the little line of purple. Sorry, there is nothing to go along the side of this, so have fun adding a small border or solid blocks under the purple part.  Again, have fun with the colors!

Random Patchwork SAC Part 1

Hello again!
I have begun work on a crazy patchwork cross stitch piece and have decided to share my pattern with everyone as a stitch-a-long! Here is part one.

The idea of this piece is to have fun with it. each block is worked in whatever color you decide on. Add stipes, chevrons, flowers, or random swirls. Add or remove lines to create your own pattern, or keep up with everyone else.

I'll post a picture of my own work with part two next week, so as not to spoil your own creative juices.

Have Fun!

A Long Overdue Post

Well, it has been a long time since I last updated this old blog. Hello again to everyone! I have been very busy crafting lately.

Let's start with some fun crafts I've done, then I'll post about some things I'm working on for Christmas. Warning! If you are a member of my family who wishes not to know what those projects are, please skip the end of this post! First up, a lovely snood I made for my 10 year old sister.

Next is an early birthday gift for my 11 month old sister, who will turn one on July 4th.

And the final fun project is some Amigarumi Kitties that I found Here I have named the Blue/brown one Maximus and the pink/purple one Kitty.

And now to Christmas! Here are two finished shells for some hats with a third in progress.

And some material that I found on sale at Hancock Fabric for a no sew fleece blanket. Not sure when I'll have time to work on it, but at least I have it when I am ready.

Preparing for the Faire

The Renaisance Faire that is! Just over two weeks untill my favorite faire opens for the autumn market and my sewing machine is busy.

My brother has asked me to make 25 drawstring bags for everyone in our group who is coming with us. I have 6 of these done so far....

I've also got to make 3 vests and 3 skirts, one of each for Mom, and the others for two of my sisters. If there is any time left I have to try to make a dress for the baby. So far in this project, I've got half of two vests cut out and I need to buy the fabric for the skirts. Hobby Lobby has a 40% off coupons, which makes my costumes so mmuch cheaper :)

So Much to Do...

Why do I do this to myself? I take on way to many projects and never finish them...

Let's see, a cross stitch peice for my Aunt that feels 99% close to being done,even though I'm actualy about 2/3's done...

A cross stitched birth anouncement for Sarah that I'm gonna turn into a pillow for her crib...

A crocheted shawl for myself...

A needle tatted tiara and veil for my sister Amber for her upcoming wedding (two years from now, but, hey, if I don't start now it'll never get done.) Also for the wedding two crocheted baskets for the flower girls and some sort of wedding gift...

Now, what can I make for everyone for Christmas...

All of that has been worked on at some point over this long, dreary weekend that I've spent cooped up inside thanks to Tropical Storm Lee

Knit in Public Day

Yesterday was a blast! It was so nice to get out and meet others who are into crochet just like me! And seeing what others are doing and the variety of colors and textures was pure inspiration. I was sorry that I had to leave early.

I did get some work done on the gown in the three hours I was there. One sleeve is completed and the second one is half way there. All that is left is a bit on the back button band and adding a few more inches to the bottom. Will try to get some pictures up on my next post.

Happy Stitching my Friends!

Craft Party

For all those who are enjoying the Etsy Craft party today, I hope ya'll are having having fun. There was nothing planned in my area, so I am stuck watching tv and working on the Christening Gown.

However, there is an event called Knit in Public day, planned for Sunday at my local Books-a-Million. I will be joining my local crafters then, and bringing the gown along to make sure we crocheters' are represented.

Happy Crafting my friends!