Hello quilting friends! In January, my husband and I were blessed with the arrival of our first grandchild ~ a precious, healthy and much-loved baby girl! As you can imagine, Grandpa and Grandma are over the moon. I know that many of you have experienced this already, but it is quite precious to watch a… Continue reading Crochet} a hat and blankie for baby
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Crochet a pretty dishcloth
It’s week two of the Olympics, and I continue to ignore the housework and laundry and spend my evenings crocheting and cheering for the athletes of the 2026 Winter Games. Occasionally, I’ve been brought to tears by amazing performances or stories of an athlete’s perseverance against all obstacles. In between the crying and eye dabbing,… Continue reading Crochet a pretty dishcloth
Puff stitch Christmas stocking
A few weeks ago, I shared pictures of my crocheted granny square Christmas stocking. That project was so much fun that I turned around and started another one. (It’s still winter and bitterly cold where I live, and I love to hunker down with a winter themed project.) This time I’m tickled to show you… Continue reading Puff stitch Christmas stocking
Granny square Christmas stocking
Hello quilting friends! What projects have you been working on after the holidays? Every year I have a hard time letting go of Christmas; I find myself working on seasonal projects well into January and February. This year is no different. I finished my Christmas version of the Chamomile quilt on December 31. Two weeks… Continue reading Granny square Christmas stocking
Granny cluster Christmas tree skirt
Happy New Year, quilting friends! How are you spending your day? This morning, I woke up early, brewed a cup of coffee and began my devotional time. Often I open one of Joyce Meyer’s study books or daily devotionals to guide my Bible study, but I am currently reading a book by Ruth Chou Simons… Continue reading Granny cluster Christmas tree skirt