I went up to a US F/3.75 mm size hook, which just happens to be the same size I use for my sock scraps granny squares, and I’m much happier with the result. The fabric it creates is less dense, but not so much less that it creates a big holes. The overall size is… Continue reading Much better
Category: Crochet
Some different hexies
As I was cutting out a lot of little fabric “recs” pieces for the Straits of Mackinac quilt, I had the tv going in the background. Just some random videos from quilters, stitchers, knitters, and crocheters. This is where I often get into trouble. You’d think I would learn. But no, not me. I get… Continue reading Some different hexies
Lacy Mesh crochet shawl
When I was at one of my quilting groups in May, I was doing a little crochet. Anyone who knows me, knows it’s hard for me to sit still without doing something. I’ll often knit, or crochet, or take some English paper piecing along to work on during the meetings. One of the other members… Continue reading Lacy Mesh crochet shawl
Seraphina finished
Here she is, all washed and blocked, and we love her! I’m looking forward to making her again, with a little more knowledge and experience under my belt, and in some different colors. Of course, the white just by itself is beautiful, and it’s probably the most dimensional doily I’ve ever made. I’ll probably be… Continue reading Seraphina finished
Seraphina round 27
One recent round was pretty intense, but I managed to make it through that and on through a couple of easier rounds. I can almost see the end of this design/project now. There is so much layering that I couldn’t see in the flat model photo. I am excited about washing it (it really needs… Continue reading Seraphina round 27