handmade is worth it

Worth the time, worth the investment, worth the effort.

I didn't think I had any natural talent for crafting. But after spending way too much time trying to figure out how I could trick my sister into making more of her beautiful handmade knits for me (just kidding...sort of), I decided it was about time to pick up the
needles
needle myself. Crocheting keeps it pretty simple. The payoffs? Stress relief. Custom-made items. A reason to think creatively. Oh...and lots of self-satisfaction.

Here are my first two projects. I'm looking forward to sharing more.

Leg Warmers

Pattern from Crochet Kitten.

Using multi-colored Ornaghi Filati Malaga yarn (gotta love the name).

Coasters

Pattern from Pardon My Chaos.

Using Nashua Hand Knits in Cherry Red.