The Jennika Mystery Create-A-Long has come to an end, and I simply can’t believe that we’re wrapping up both another successful community crafty event and 2016 all at the same time. One of my chosen “words to live by” this year was “community.” I feel satisfied in the knowledge that our amazing little community has
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When the color pooling craze first came around, I couldn’t quite wrap my head around all the excitement. Sure, the argyle pattern is neat, and it’s fun to do something different with a variegated yarn…..but it just didn’t seem worth learning just so I could make a simple scarf to me. If I was going
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With hats, headbands, and all sorts of other knit and crochet accessories officially coming back into season here in Colorado, now seems like the perfect time to share this free knit flower pattern and tutorial! I’ve heard many times that the knitters wish there were some easy knit flower patterns….so I hope this video tutorial
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My family has some pretty exciting life changes happening right now (don’t worry – I’ll share the details with you soon) and thus my business is once again expanding and changing. One of the things I love most about online business is the constant growth and change. I get bored easily….but I’m never bored
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With the current crochet craze over Argyle color pooling, I’ve been hearing from many of the knitters….they want in on the fun too! Planned color pooling actually started as more of a “knit thing” than a “crochet thing”…and it’s just as easy and fun to do in your knitting as in your crochet. Check out
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I know I’ve shared my cast on method with you in the past, but it’s been a few years now, and I’m getting better at making these videos, hehe. So I filmed and shared it on my FB page again this week. I was super pleasantly surprised by the results! At the current moment, the
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I can’t believe sign ups for the Jennika Mystery CAL/KAL are nearly here! I’ve been working really, really hard on this event for a long time now, so I can’t even put into words quite how excited I am. I’m truly looking forward to sharing this amazing project with you (I’ll admit it – I’m
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I’ve had this big, bold scarf design in mind for a while, but something about my design idea wasn’t quite right. Then last week I learned a new skill – the crochet I-Cord! I immediately knew I HAD to bring this pattern to life….ASAP! It was clear to me right away that the gorgeous Red
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I’ve been doing quite a lot of collaboration with a few awesome designers lately in preparation for my next Mystery Create-A-Long, Jennika (details coming really soon! Get a sneak peek by clicking here). I’m excited to be able to team up with these amazing ladies in order to offer you even more goodies and freebies
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This knit feather and fan shawl is a beautiful lightweight addition to your summer wardrobe. Worked on straight needles, this feather and fan design is an excellent opportunity to practice more difficult skills in a repetitive way. The resulting shawl has such a beautiful texture. Add a gorgeous brooch, and this free feather and fan
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The Veronica Meets Spring Mystery Create-A-Long has come to an end, and it was filled with some great boho-chic fun! The whole style was a little new to me, but I loved stepping out of my comfort zone, designing something new, and playing with colorful cotton. Yay! To share my excitement at the end of
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Click here to purchase the crochet version of Veronica Meets Spring through Ravelry. Click here to purchase the knit version of Veronica Meets Spring through Ravelry. Click here to purchase the crochet version of Veronica Meets Spring through Etsy. Click here to purchase the knit version of Veronica Meets Spring through Etsy. Veronica Meets Spring was a totally new
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The Veronica Meets Spring Mystery Create-A-Long has come to an end. It’s always very bitter sweet for me to wrap these projects up. Bitter because I love our little community and having a project on the go is just so much fun! Sweet because I get a bit worn out during these events, and afterwards
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I’ve been seeing lots of questions about skill level within both my little knit and crochet community as well as the other yarn related communities I’m a part of. Everyone wants to know, “What skill level am I really?” Thanks to the Craft Yarn Council, there are some easy standards you can check to find
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The Veronica Meets Spring Mystery Create-A-Long is coming to a close….and we made a gorgeous Boho Chic, Mandala Inspired Bag during the event. Though I’m a HUGE fan of knit or crochet bags, I really feel like adding a fabric lining takes them to the next level. I’m by no means a professional seamstress (or
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Perhaps it’s my small town hippie roots showing, but I’m a sucker for a cute knit or crochet skirt! So when Celina Lane of SimplyCollectibleCrochet.com contacted me about putting together a round up as part of my Guest Contributor Program, skirts were the obvious choice! There’s something here for everyone, whether it be for a
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You know those people? The ones who always have their houses decorated in adorable crafty decor for every holiday? I’m not one of those people. I seem to be perpetually behind for planning anything associated with any holiday….and when I do plan something, it’s usually 2 days in advance. So I’m rather tickled with my
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I feel so very fortunate to be able to do something I love and support my family all at the same time. My crafting community events are the reason I’m able to put my kids down for their naps everyday, kiss their boo-boos when they fall down, and attend all of their important events. I
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The Veronica Meets Spring Mystery Create-A-Long Starts Soon! Click here to get all the details and join this super fun crafty community event now. Veronica Meets Spring Mystery CAL/KALCountdown
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Only a few days left until the sign ups for the Veronica Meets Spring Mystery Create-A-Long open! I’m really excited for this CAL/KAL as the project is simply gorgeous, and SO fun to make! You’re definitely going to want to be involved with this one, and I hope to see you along for the journey.
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We recently took a little family trip to Moab, Utah to hike in Arches National Park. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Moab, it’s in the center of a beautiful red sand desert. On the way there, I decided to make my little blue eyed, blonde haired baby (I’m still wondering where this
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When Taunya, from Put A Bonnet On It, contacted me about doing a tutorial on how to make your own stitch markers, I was absolutely thrilled! Those of you who have participated in my past Mystery Create-A-Longs, know that I’m not very fancy. I usually use an old piece of scrap yarn as my stitch
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Every little boy dreams of being just like Daddy. They want to act like Daddy, look like Daddy, and do everything that their favorite guy does…..Which is why this Hunting Pattern is so darn magical. My 5 year old son, Charlie (that’s him in the photos!), has been asking to go hunting with Daddy for
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There’s nothing more fun than getting our little ones involved in things we’re passionate about….and “passionate” doesn’t even begin to describe how most people feel about football. Delight your football crazed husband (or yourself!) by celebrating baby’s first football season with this adorable set! This baby football pattern includes all sizes Newborn through 1-3 Years
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