WOOHOO! It’s finally fall. I love this time of year and had to celebrate the day by making pumpkins. I made a larger version of my “PeachTawashi” as a pumpkin scrubbie. It turned out so cute. I decided to try it with super bulky yarn and it is an awesome decoration. Scroll down to view […]
Free Pattern: Patriotic Eagle Pillow and Bag
It’s always a good time to show off our patriotic spirit, but summer is a must. While creating this little eagle, I couldn’t decide if I wanted her to be a mail tote to hang by my door or a pillow for my bench. She makes me smile and I hope you will enjoy her […]
Free Pattern: Watermelon Mats
I love decorating with watermelon and citrus from late spring until I can start getting out my Halloween. I have always thought a watermelon rug would be cute for the front porch so this year I made one. It turned out just how I imagined… which rarely happens. I used to tole paint a lot […]
Free Pattern: Shamrock Garland
We realized this year we needed some decorations for St. Patrick’s day. My son requested a flag for our holder and I think it turned out super cute. We wanted a little more green so I made a garland to wrap around my basket. You could make several for a longer garland too. I […]
Free Pattern: Holiday Friends Decor
I am so excited to be part of this year’s 12 weeks of Christmas CAL and knew right away I wanted to make something bright and cheery. I love the holidays and decorating with my favorite holiday friends, especially snowmen. Red Heart Super Saver yarn is my go-to yarn because there are so many shades […]
Free Pattern: Icicle Ike is ready for Christmas
I am so ready for chilly air and snow! So, when I found out the theme for Red Heart Yarns’ “Christmas in July Blog Hop” was JOY I knew it needed to be something chilly. Meet Icicle Ike This colorful guy can be a door decoration or made into a pillow to snuggle […]
DIY: Stacking Pan Jack
Fall is by far my favorite time of year. I love everything about it, especially Halloween. I wanted a new decoration by my front door so I checked out my mom’s thrift store for some ideas. I love big canning pots, but rarely see them. She had a few, plus an interesting tall, skinny metal […]
Free Pattern: Stars Swag
My son and I painted a wooden bench for our front yard and it was a little plain. I thought some crocheted stars would add a cute, country touch. Each star would make a cute scrubby, embellishment or applique too. Stars Materials Worsted weight yarn in choice of colors (use cotton yarn for scrubbies) Crochet […]
