One thing that I really love about the cold weather is that it is a great reason to stay indoors and work on my many crochet projects. Last night’s count I had three upstairs, two downstairs, and I was starting another one for a very kind teacher who helped out my boys on Monday.

This year I’ve decided to get started extra early on Christmas projects. I have a goal in mind to crochet a throw, blanket, or afghan for each of my family members. I’ll need to make six to gift.

One is getting closer to being done…

I crocheted lots of grannysquares for this big blanket.

I stitch them together on Sunday afternoon during the Football games.

I also started another throw for our bedroom. I really loved the color of James’ scarf that I made for him. I decided to start another one, and turn in into a throw.

This throw is coming along nicely. I hope to have it finished soon.

I’ve been wanting to learn how to crochet African Flowers. I found an easy pattern to use, and got started.

It took me about fifteen flowers to memorize the pattern.

I love the look of the flowers, and I’m gifting this blanket next Christmas.

I’m crocheting the flowers a little here and there. I’m edging them in a soft grey. I hope to have this blanket done in the next few months.

And yes… I’m still working on this one.

Over a year of work, and I still have several rows, and several feet to crochet…

This one was really quick though.

I love this chunky light grey yarn.

It took me just about two hours to crochet this chunky and very warm cowl. I really need it today, the wind chill is -10.

Agnes likes it too. I might have to make her one too.