Something New

Ever since crocheting the double-stranded stars, I've been on a double-stranded kick. For you non-crocheters, this means that instead of just using one ball of yarn, I've been using two at a time. Not only does it help me make a dent in my gigantic cotton yarn stash, but it allows me to choose fun colors and make new combinations. I made this large coaster one night, and have been building up quite the inventory ever since. I love the heft of the added thickness, and this size is perfect to use under pitchers, potted plants, or casseroles. Pretty protection for any surface! I'm about ready to start listing them in sosorosey... here's hoping people love them as much as I love making them.

I've Put a Lid On It!

Here she is, Miss Neutral 2009! She's all topped off and ready to head to Arizona, where she will reign supreme over the end table and contain all manner of dog sweater crocheting supplies.

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Take a peek at more pictures HERE!

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Farewell, lidded project keeper...may you bring happiness and love to your new home :)

Whoa, That Thing Is HUGE!

I thought that title might get some attention! It's what my husband said last night when he walked into the room as I was putting the last round on this 18" wide, 6" high project keeper.

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I LOVE the way this turned out, and look forward to making her lid this week. I'll show one last photo with the lid before I wrap her up and send her off to her new home :)

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What are you working on these days? Leave a comment and tell us all about it!

Large Lidded Project Keeper Update

The 18" wide neutral project keeper is coming along nicely! This photo was taken at 17", but it is currently 18" wide and almost 2" tall. Using all neutral colors has forced me to really work hard to get different patterns in there to add interest; I'm enjoying the challenge!

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Every time I work on one of these large items, I am struck by the different personalities that each one has. All of the quirks and traits are determined by the way the different fabrics meld together, the way the textures and colors complement one another, the way the stitches come easily or are more "sticky"...crocheting with fabric is ALWAYS an adventure!

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Can you guess how many stitches are in one 18" round?