Welcome to my first CAL! Do you like murder mystery books? So do I! I thought it would be fun to do a CAL {crochet a-long} where we make a square and read a cozy murder mystery book each month. If this sounds fun, keep reading for the details! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links […] Read more…
2021 Maker Stash-Down
Well we finally made it to the end of 2020 and I’m glad to see it go! I started the Maker Stash-Down last year and I really feel like I need a do-over. My stash really didn’t go down, but increased and my maker mojo seemed to peter out about half way through the year. […] Read more…
Change Equals Growth
Today I’m straying a bit from the normal maker shenanigans. I used to do a “life lived” post every now and again and I’d like to get back to that from time to time. This year has been a big year for change & I want to remember that change equals growth. I’ve been feeling […] Read more…
2020 Maker Stash Down ~ September Goals
It’s time to make September goals! How can it be September already??? I’m not going to complain too much because I’m looking forward to the weather cooling. School started back in August for us & took up some of my making time. I did manage to finish some of my goals from August, so let’s […] Read more…
Happy Scrappy Yarn Challenge – September
This year I’m teaming up with Crochet Creations by Christi to host a Happy Scrappy Yarn Challenge. Each month we will issue a challenge to help you use up those yarn scraps & single skeins you have tucked in nooks & crannies around your house. There will be prizes each month as well, so keep […] Read more…
My Experience with Cotton Cuts Puzzle Mystery Quilt
Last year I signed up for Cotton Cuts fall Puzzle Mystery Quilt. It was my first time signing up & I really enjoyed the experience. I enjoyed it so much, in fact, that I signed up for 2020’s fall PMQ. My first package came in the mail last week & I thought I’d share my […] Read more…
My First Knitted Sweater
At the beginning of 2019 I finally learned how to knit! One of the first things I decided to knit was a sweater. Yeah, most people start with hats or socks, but I decided a sweater was the way to go. I did manage to finish it, even if it did take me over a […] Read more…