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Yeah, Another Year and No Diet Needed!

Some of you know that I have lost a few pounds this year. I started last year the usual way...regreting all the candy, treats and just what ever special meals I had to eat. So another year started with a desire to lose those creeping 10 lbs a year. I fell into Fast Five after seeing a brief mention on another blog. I have stuck to the Plan for all of 2011 and now "No Diet Needed!" Yes, Fast Five has my committment for another year!

Learn something new this coming year. I suggest Zentangle. Happy 2012!

Wrist Warmers

While in Seattle during the holidays I crocheted a pair of wrist warmers for a friend. I got a lovely skein of merino smart wool at Tricoter on Madison. The work tables inside the store were filled with ladies knitting, crocheting and chatting. The staff was helpful with my choice of yarn and color. The button collection is great and inspired me to do an embellishment at the cuff.

 

Happy Holly

 

This doll is from my childhood...note the lead feet! Shocking I survived! He came from the White House Department Store in downtown San Francisco, CA. Cica 1949?

I loved this doll so much. I cared for him faithfully and now he is in good hands in Seattle, WA.

Avian Snow Play

Happy First Day of Winter!

Leaving on a Jet Plane

Of course I can see every error of my crocheting (new skill...so I get a pass) but the wrist warmers  are made and ready for my trip to SEA. Leaving today and back after Christmas.

Ta Ta with love

Fingers still busy...Rag Bag

Gifted yarn always poses interesting concerns...will I do the yarn justice? will there be enough yarn for what I have in mind?

I have been looking at rag bag patterns on flickr, Ravelry, etc. and though I didn't end up doing a true rag bag this is a bag done with leftover yarns and gifted yarn. I found great tuts on this website...the artist is my kind of designer. She's ok with eye balling pattern and size! Sharon also has bag lining tutorial.

Amazing Yarn Crochet Cowl

The yarn is actually called "Amazing" and I love working with it. I didn't realize how important the colors of the yarn would enhance the pleasure of crocheting. This is another infinity cowl but done with lacey crochet pattern. I wish it were for me!

another turn creates another view!

One more view

The Holidays can now commence!

It is now official...the wreath on the door is up and got my first card..thanks Meghan and Miles!

More painted leaves.