Oh WOW!!

Time is really flying by this year!! I just realized that tomorrow is March!! Know what that means??? It's National Crochet Month!!!

Now, what will I do to celebrate?? Well....of course there will be SALES on my original crochet patterns!! And how about a NEW pattern....hmmmm....OK, twist my arm. Here is a sneak peek at a pattern soon to be released!

I'd also love to do some type of crochet get-together here in the Grand Junction, Colorado, area. So, if you are a local and interested....let me know. I'm sure we can plan something FUN!

What I'm Working on Wednesday

Hello!! It's Wednesday again!! I've been busy this week!

An old friend of mine purchased a custom Cupcake 2010 Set for her niece and I finally got it finished and mailed yesterday. I love how it turned out!

I also had a custom order for a Snuggle Cocoon and really love this new color...it's called "Pearls".

I also promised you a photo of the awesome Greyhound statue that I received from my wonderful family for Valentine's Day....isn't he sweet!!

Well, now I'm off to create a new design for magazine publication!! Have a great day and happy crocheting!

Frustrated

Warning...this is going to be a venting post.

I've been very frustrated lately. It's nothing I can't handle, but still...it's driving me nuts!

First, I've been trying Jiu-Jitsu at the gym. Dang...it's HARD! Lots of little movements to remember and get in the correct order. Many new things to get used to. I'm having such a hard time with it that I am almost in tears by the end of class! The worst part is that I don't know WHY I am having such a hard time. I have a good memory, I am decent with my flexibility, and I am in the best shape of my life. So why am I having such a hard time?? And it doesn't help that I am probably the oldest female in the classes and am starting to feel like a "silly old woman" for even trying it. And I'm not that old!! Grrrr!! (me in the black)

Next is the stupid dogs next door and the new fence that needs built. We have some aggressive dogs (although they will swear up and down that the dogs are sweet!) next door that bark and growl at us when we are in our backyard. They've managed to jump against the fence and tear some boards loose. Loose enough to get their heads through the fence and bite my dog on the nose! So, since Christmas we have been trying to get a new fence installed between the houses. We have gotten some estimates and the owner of the house did not respond to our request for them to pay half the cost. (After all, the ONLY reason we need a new fence is because of the dogs in their yard!) Well, we had a surveyor come out to mark our property line so that we can make sure that the new fence is on the line. Turns out the fence is no where near the property line and actually crosses it like an "X"! So, in December we had to file a complaint with the city because they also have a shed that is too close to the property line....almost on our property according to the survey. We would love to see the ugly thing torn down, BTW. So now we are waiting for the city to tell us what is going to happen. And until then, no new fence. I'm starting to get really tired of having to supervise my dog every time he needs to go potty in the backyard! Grrrr!

OK, enough!! I have a few more complaints, but you don't need to hear them. For those of you who actually read this, thanks. I just needed to get it off my chest. Now, back to crocheting and seeing if I can relax and take my mind of things....but first....another Jiu-Jitsu class. I'm not going to let it get the best of me. Wish me luck!

New Section in the Sidebar

My amazing husband had a wonderful idea last night! (BTW, he is usually full of them!) I just added a new section to my blog sidebar to link to my favorite charities that I have donated to. I try to donate whenever possible, but my time doesn't always allow it. I also try to stick with local groups or larger ones that I am sure are reputable and usually have some meaning to me and my family. If I have donated to your cause and you would like me to link to it, please let me know.

So, be sure to check out my favorite charities when you get the time and donate whenever possible!

Have a great weekend!

Gotta Love Greyhounds!!

Here is the video of the Greyhounds at Westminster. There is a beautiful Red Fawn (like Cash) in the second group. I was even able to pick out the winner! (Pretty proud of myself.) For those of you who don't know, Mr. Cash is an AKC Champion, Windrock Ring of Fire. (This link is neat...it's his pedigree that you can trace back 33 generations!) Here is a link to the other Windrock hounds.

What I'm Working on Wednesday

Happy Wednesday!!Can't believe it is here again.

This week I've been working on a new baby blanket and matching hat for my husband's co-worker who just had a baby girl. I will be delivering it today, but first I need to snap a few pictures of it. I'd love to share, but I think I will be submitting it to a magazine for possible publication...so I can't. Sorry.

I'm also working on a custom Cupcake 2010 set for a friend's niece. It is being made from Cascade Sierra yarn in Spring Green. I'm thinking brown and pink cupcakes would look sweet!! I'll be sure to share pictures when I am finished.

Other than that, just my normal everyday life here. I have decided that Mr. Cash is severely accident prone and I should probably own stock in my Vet. Heather is doing great in school. Hubby is working hard as usual. And I am looking forward to Spring!

Enjoy your day, whatever it brings! Happy Crocheting!

Clearance Priced Crochet Patterns

I started a new section in my Etsy shop and will soon change the prices in my Artfire and Ravelry store. These patterns are ones that either don't sell well or the yarn used has been discontinued. But no matter what, you will get a great deal. All patterns priced under $3!

Oh....and 2 more sales in my etsy shop will get me to 1000 sales!! Whoo hooo!! Have a great Valentine's Day!

Bow Tie for Pets?

Did you know that my Itty-Bitty Bow tie looks wonderful on your small pet?? Check out how handsome Mr. Simon looks this Valentine's Day!!

Thanks Mary for sharing your pictures!

You can purchase your Custom Bow Tie, buy one Ready to Ship, or even make your own with the Itty-Bitty Accessories pattern!

Just think how some of my other items would look on your pets.....hmmm.....flower headbands....frog hats...LOL!!

Free Crochet Heart Pattern - Ruby For Women

Hey....how would you all like a quick little FREE crochet pattern for Valentine's Day??? OK....twist my arm.....here it is! (psssssssst...if you make something with it, please share! I'd love to see what you come up with!)



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You can find more fun projects, tons of inspirational stories, yummy recipes and more in the February 2011 edition of Ruby For Women (a free online magazine!).

What I'm Working on Wednesday & New Crochet Pattern

Happy Wednesday!!

I'm happy to introduce my newest, independently published, crochet pattern! The Trinity Shawl! I recently joined my church's Prayer Shawl group and this is my first design in what I hope to be many more shawls, wraps, and lapgans for this group!This original pattern features a simple repeat of three's to represent the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. You will love making this design and blessing someone, or even yourself, with it! I hope you love it as much as I, and the ladies at my church, do!

You can purchase the new pattern and see more pictures of it in my Etsy or Ravelry shop.


Other than that, I hope to send a new pattern to my editor today and work on finishing up a baby blanket (and possibly use it as another pattern) for a co-worker of my husband that just had a baby!

Enjoy your day!

Sneak Peek

Thanks for all your comments and suggestions on the new blanket for my bedroom. Still thinking and will let you know what I decide to make.

But here is a sneak peek of a new crochet pattern coming in the next day or so. I really like it and hope you do to!

Have a great day!

Decisions, Decisions

So my wonderful hubby has requested a crocheted afghan for our newly redecorated bedroom. For the life of me, I can not decide on what type of design to use!! The room is a little busy with a Log Cabin style quilt (not shown in the picture) and the curtains feature squares as well. We kinda have a southwestern feel to the room with sage and terra cotta colored walls and a rustic log bed. With all this busy-ness going on, I think I would like to see a solid colored blanket....maybe a nice dark sand or tan color. But that is as far as I get!!

Do I want motifs?? Not a big fan of making all those little squares and sewing them together.

Ripples?? Nah, I think that would just be too busy.

Textured? Possibly. But as a sampler? Or just a simple design throughout?

So, if you have any ideas or pattern suggestions, please let me know!! I'd really like to make this before Summer!! LOL!!

I Love these People!

I mentioned in a previous post about my friend who was in a motorcycle accident. They were featured on the news last night.

The Portrait Series-Baby Bum Cover (New Crochet Pattern)

Just released!!!

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What I'm Working on Wednesday

OOOPS!! Has it really been a week since I last posted!! Geez, I'm doing really bad at this again. Guess I just have nothing really interesting to write about.

This past week I finished a prayer shawl for my church ministry and added it to the stock for someone in need. I also took one from the stock and gave it to my dear friends. A very close friend, more like family, had a motorcycle accident last week and the husband is in the hospital with a badly damaged leg. I've been taking meals over for the kids, but the family is still in need of more. You can read about them, and their needs, HERE. If there is any way you can help, please do.

As for my crocheting, I started another prayer shawl and tomorrow I will be releasing a new pattern. Here is a sneak peek!

Other than that, it is really cold here....but luckily no snow. Guess I just have a happy, boring life. And I LOVE it! Have a great day!