More Crafty-ness!

Since I'm still not feeling well, I thought I'd post a few more projects that I've done. As I've said before, I'm no pro when it comes to doing crochet. Even though I learned a few basic stitches quite a long time ago, I've never thought to learn any of the more complex stitches and patterns until recently. A lot of my earlier projects were all single or double crochet in rows. No granny squares, no circles and definitely no hats. So, I'm pretty happy that I've met some awesome friends who took  pity on me to teach me. I also am thankful that I've discovered a couple of people who put together very easy-to-follow videos. The first one I found was on Youtube and is called 'The Art of Crochet' at the time. Now, it's known as 'Crochet Geek'. The lady responsible for all the wonderful videos is named Teresa. She is very patient and thorough in her step-by-step explanations. Take a gander at her blog ( http://crochet-mania.blogspot.com/ ) or her Youtube channel  ( http://www.youtube.com/user/tjw1963 ).

On to the projects! First up is a set of two-toned pot holders that I made during Christmas time in 2010. Along with the two colored ones, I also did a couple of sets of single colored ones. The pattern really wasn't a pattern. It was just me goofing around with the yarn. But isn't that how it usually happens? I made two "panels" of each color using my Tunisian crochet hook. For the length, I just stopped at what would cover my hand plus 2-3 inches. Yes, a few of the recipients have longer/larger hands than I. 

Once I had a total of 4 panels (2 of each color), I took one black and one red to make each of the pot holders. I used the single crochet stitch to secure the panels together. For one set, I used the red and then black on the other. Once I had the panels secured on three sides, I single crocheted around the edges of the fourth side. I did that for quite a few rounds until I felt comfortable enough that it was the right length. Before tying off, I made a small chain into a loop and secured it on one side. 

Next we have a purple basket liner that I whipped up for a friend of mine. She was holding a bake sale and several other fundraisers in our area for her cousin's medical needs. I was asked if I could come up with something simple that would fit a certain size of basket. Of course, I agreed to try. We used purple because it's the color for Cystic Fibrosis awareness. It's also the color for Lupus and Fibromyalgia awareness. So I hit all the bases in one swoop! Below is a picture of the final product.

Below is a close-up view of the pattern. I had found a pattern for a scarf in one of my many project books and just adapted it to a smaller size. It is pretty much done with double crochet in the body of the liner. The edging is done in single crochet. In fact, I just may adapt this again for another blanket project I'm thinking about. Hmmm....

There ya have it! Just a couple more of my silly little projects. They really do keep my hands going. I just pop something on the tv and go to work with the yarn. Thanks to everyone who helps feed my yarn addiction! Without you, it wouldn't be possible!

Until next time,
Kay