So I realized that I haven't been linking to the patterns I've been using. And I have insomnia, so it seemed like a good time to fix that. All of my lovely Cthulhus based on Amber's patterns at Cthulhu Crochet and Cousins. Squiddy is a Kraken from the book Amigurumi Knits. The hat is a… Continue reading Patterns
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From the Deep…
This semester has been incredibly busy, but I have been doing more than work and school work. Here is a squid I made for a friend: Isn't he just adorable! I was extremely pleased with how he turned out. But more important that his intense cuteness, I learned how to do short rows in knitting… Continue reading From the Deep…
Fuzzy Scarf
I finished this scarf a few weeks ago and never got around to posting about it. This is the first knitting project I have ever completed, and I must say it's as warm and comfy as it looks. I learned a lot doing this project, most notably how to pick up dropped stitches. 🙂
Projects over the break…
I have three projects lined up. First, the fingerless mittens are still in progress. My knitting has progressed from embarrassing to slow-but-serviceable. The rib-knitted cuff of one glove is done. I'm now working on making sure the crocheted portion actually fits the recipient's hands... Second, another cthulhu has a head completed. I'm now debating how… Continue reading Projects over the break…
Knitters gonna knit…
So my Great Grandma, Thelma Edyth, taught me to crochet when I was four. I've always enjoyed it, but for years I was bound to square objects. Afghans, scarves, rectangular purses. When I get stressed, I start crocheting. Recently, I've started using actually patterns for the first time, and the results have been lovely. I… Continue reading Knitters gonna knit…
The Universal Penguin 