Refashioning #5: Hoodie Makeover
Taking an old (and very over-sized!) hoodie and making it fit my personal style!
Heirloom Upcycles #1: Plushies
Here’s one of the many creative ways you can Upcycle and refashion your most precious mementos, and give them new life!
Basic Granny Square
Classic and timeless, they are the embodiment of crocheting. The basic granny square is an absolute must for every craftsperson, simply because they are so versatile. You’ll be amazed by everything you can make once you’ve learned this technique!
Passport Holder (& wallet!)
Travel time is right around the corner, and there’s so much to do to prepare! But I’ve got one less thing to worry about: keeping my IDs safe and secure.
Pattern making #1
When your favorite clothes finally start to fail, there’s no escaping the trash can that awaits them. However, you can copy your pattern first so that you can make an entirely new piece. Never lose your favorite outfit again!
Quilted Dust Jackets
I have always valued education, because it can open the doors to so many opportunities. And when I noticed that some of my most precious books were starting to succumb to certain ravages of time, I started looking for ways halt the march of time.
Or, at the very least, bring it to a slow-crawl.
Inspired: Finger-less Gloves
I’m always in the lookout for ways to improve my skill and spread my creative wings- which is why I so appreciate it when folks present me with new ideas and projects to tackle! The first up in this series: an adorable pair of granny-square gloves. Perfect for winter!
Scrappy-Bits: Emotional Support Plants
I love making small flower arrangements! Put ‘em in your car, on your desk, on the nightstand in your bedroom- anywhere at all that needs a little pop of color!
This post is more about my process in crocheting emotional support plants, with more pattern-focused posts to come. So, stay tuned for more!
Scrappy-Bits: Squeaky Ball
I love my dog. I love to crochet. Sometimes I have too much extra yarn - and not enough squeaking toys for my pooch.
One of the best ways to cut back on one’s yarn stash is to use the remnants for little projects. While the most popular projects are always fantastic- drink coasters, washcloths, extra granny squares, etc - sometimes you need something that’s a little more unique!
Doggie Sweater: “Rocky’s Delight”
The first model in what will likely be a varied assortment of adorable doggie-fashion! In case you couldn’t tell, yes, I do indeed love my dog.
Refashioning #1: Cropped shirt
Turning large flannel shirt and a worn pair of jeans into a new button-down crop shirt!