Well, the Toronto Hookups Crochet Guild had a successful January Clearance Sale. I sold over $200 worth of old stash that was just laying around. I could have sold more, but there’s only so much I can schlepp on a cold January day. I’ve been working on my Christmas presents for next year (yup –Read more
My own freezing toes have resulted in a new pair of slippers. These are very fast to make – one pair took me around 90 minutes. Why not make some for charity – it’s a great way to use up odds and sodds. Stashaholic’s Slippers (c) Sherri Bondy Hook – 5.5mm Yarn – 2x100g worsted weightRead more
I found some wool in my mom’s stash, so I decided to experiment. Now, the wool was quite grotty (it was labeled 1976), so I’m not sure how it will work up. It was quite fragile while I was rolling into the skeins… I took some Tropical Punch Koolaid and followed the instructions on thisRead more
I’ve been suffering from start-itis again. Lots of little things underway, and a few big things lurking in the corner….so what do I do? Ignore it all. I’ve been instead working on charity squares. I belong to a wonderful group known as Heartmade Blessings. Heartmade Blessings is a worldwide group that makes comfortghans for thoseRead more
This was a horrible weekend for me. My beloved cat Reiley passed away on Sunday. She was breathing strangely on Saturday and I rushed her to the vet. She was diagnosed with cancer and her lungs were congested. She didn’t have any chance of survival. I brought her home so that I could comfort herRead more