The response to this round of our “Beanies for Bravery” project is off to an amazing start! Thank you very very much to everyone who has made a hat (or hats), written letters, shared the information, sponsored a box and more. We have opened the sponsor program again for help with shipping expense but just for a few more sponsors. First Shipment Dates 10/25/19 - 300 (3 different units ...
Unique Gifts To Crochet
Have you been working on gifts to stash away for Christmas or other events? There is still plenty of time to get several handmade gifts made or items for craft fairs. I have put together 20 projects I think are great for both. Each Monday until November 25th, we are working on a new project as part of "The Great Handmade Gift Event". So far 13 patterns have been released with 7 more to go. You ...
Countdown Calendar: Sheep
Since I first shared this sheep ornament several years ago as part of my Countdown Calendar, it has been a favorite applique for many things too. I love when I find a project that is not only adorable, but the pattern is well written and easy to follow. This is one of those projects. I hope you will love making this little guy. This cute little sheep by Fiber Flux jumped out at me one night ...
Countdown Calendar: Holly
Little projects like this are ones I like to keep on hand (or pinned). It makes a cute applique for beanies, headbands, hand towels, bags and more. It also would be a nice pin, the perfect handmade touch for a gift basket or package. When I planned the “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“ I asked for ornament suggestions. Several people suggested holly and berries so I searched for an ornament ...
Alex Beanie for Cancer Challenge 2019
October is cancer awareness month and Sweet Potato 3 is once again hosting the annual Cancer Awareness Challenge. I am honored to be involved in this event again. This year each designer is honoring those affected by a specific cancer in hopes of bringing more awareness to those. Each hat can be made in any color and can be given to anyone affected by cancer, not just the one featured with that ...
Don’t Swallow Tennis Balls
Our poor 3 year old black lab, Oila ("oy-la") is really sick. The silly dog ate a toy that is made with a tennis ball inside. She swallowed it whole and it can't pass so she has to have surgery tomorrow morning. Because of this large unexpected bill, I've decided to have a pattern sale to help pay at least part of it. Think ahead to the holidays. This is a great time to stock up on things you can ...
