Baby Snuggle Bug Papoose and Hat

It seems that fall is right around the corner.  Today it is cooler and the sun is peeking in and out.  Forecast is to have cooler and dryer weather after today with highs in the 70's but much less humidity.  That will be nice.  For me it doesn't matter much since I crochet in a climate controlled house.  As long as my yarn lasts, I will be happily crocheting while the weather does whatever it pleases.  Just finished another Snuggle Bug, a design by Sue Childress, which is just wonderful because it makes up so fast and is so cute.  When a hat is added, it makes a very attractive ensemble for some lucky baby.  Here is the one I just finished for a very good friend's grandniece using Red Heart.  The hat was made using a free pattern from Caron Yarn.  The model is a rabbit I keep for just these kind of patterns.  My poodle won't sit still as a model.

 

FUN FUR PROJECT FOR CHARITY

What fun I'm having making all these things for a craft show later this year.  I discovered that the Lion Brand's Fun Fur is fun to work with as long as you use large hooks and a soft 2nd or 3rd strand of yarn.  I just made a hat and a scarf using  Lion Brand's Tweed in Marble and Fun Fur in Lava.  It was fast and looks like it will be something that will sell.  I'm thinking of getting some more fur to go with my Homespun.  Wouldn't candy apple red and red fur be a pretty combination?  I have lots of the candy apple red Homespun.  Just never sure what I would do with it...now I may have a project.  Today it is raining!  Pouring!  We don't need more rain but guess the rain gods aren't listening.  Anyway, it's a good day to sort out some yarn projects, take some pictures, and post my results on my Ravelry Page.  Here are the recent project pictures.  Now it's time to go back and work on the Doily Shawl by Doris Chan. 

Is Fall Far Off?

Today is a glorious day.  Sunny and 80 degrees.  I should be out doing something but that would mean spending money.  I can do that right here at the computer and probably faster.  So, I'm inside while my husband is outside working in the yard.  He loves it (I hope) because he has to spend a lot of time on it.  We have a big yard.  I am beginning on some new projects for charity.  All of my organizations say shawls, hats, throws, and more shawls are what sell.  I love making these items and it is a great way to use up some of my yarn that is hanging around way too long.  Let's see, if I use up some yarn then I can replace it with new yarn, isn't that right?  Forget that I've been emptying my yarn closet since I started this blog in 2007 and so far I can barely shut the door.  So, if I'm going to use it up I'd better get to hooking hadn't I.  So, I'll be off but first here is the latest hat and scarf I've finished using Lion Brand's Hometown USA super-bulky yarn.  It works up fast and is machine washable/dryable.  Great for kids and grownups alike.  Well, as you can see, the hat is for a small child but the scarf is for anyone.  The next hat will be made bigger.  Who knew that this pattern with this yarn would make a 16 inch hat.  Even the dummy can't get it over her head!

New Baby Papoose and Matching Hat

When I heard that my friend's son was having a new baby I just had to make something special.  Every baby deserves his or her own "blankie" to be cuddled in.  I had bought this Baby Papoose Pattern at Annie's Attic and had already made two for another friend so I knew that it would be perfect.  Of course, I had to do this quickly so it could be sent and received within a week.  Good thing I knew that this pattern was easy to do and worked up quickly.  I started and finished it in two sittings while watching my favorite TV shows.  I hope you agree that the turquoise and navy blues will brighten up any new mother and father even if they are sleep deprived.  We all know that babies are demanding little creatures but so worth the trouble.  After all, we were all babies once upon a time....

Using Up Artist Print Yarn

I'm on a roll now. Made a poncho and two hats with my Red Heart Artist Print and still have 8 skeins left. Holy Cow! What was I thinking when I bought it. Oh yes, I remember now. It was in two bags in the closet and I thought I was totally out so ordered 6 more skeins and then found the other bag. Oh well, it makes pretty lapghans and ponchos and hats. And it looks good when used as an accent with blues and clarets. But today I am featuring the poncho and hat for a friend's 5 year old daughter. The single hat is for my friend in Las Vegas who needs a hat, albeit very rarely, to walk her dog. Now I just have to figure out what to do with the remaining yarn. Oh well, something will come up. Today is very fall-like with overcast sky and cool day but I'm ready. After all, I have lots of yarn to use up. Never a dull moment as long as there is a hook or knitting needle nearby.

Hat and Scarf with Flowers

And, here is the hat with flowers and matching scarf. It is made with Lion Brand Wool Ease and the remnants of the Canadian wool that I used for the salsa afghan. Now I am rid of those bits of yarn. Wish I could just throw it away but somehow I just can't. At least this skinny scarf is still wearable if a little shorter than most. I can't use either piece since wool makes me itch. I have to wear gloves to crochet the item. It does work up beautifully though. So now I'm on to using up my cotton and recycled yarns. Then just maybe I'll get back to using up some closet stash. Oh well, it will be there when I get to it. No one else is using it.