Valentine’s Day Pillows

I started these last month, and finally got them stuffed and on the Summer daybed.

I wanted a little more color for the daybed, and new cushions would do the job.

I decided on making giant granny-squares. They are easy to crochet, and duplicate.

I picked out lots of lovely Valentine hues for the cushions.

I got out the sewing machine, and stitched four pillow liners. Then came the fun part, all the stuffing.

They turned out nice and bright, and extra comfy too.

Perfect for a nap on a lazy Saturday.

I took one of the Lilac and Grey pillows upstairs, it looks perfect on our bed. Just a little hint of color.

Going In Fast Forward

The last few months have seemed like they have gone by way too quickly. I wish that these busy days would slow down just a bit.

Time to get back to it… There are a few loads of laundry calling my name.

 

 

 

Thrifting Finds

I had an awesome trip to the antique shop, and came home with an item that I have been searching for, for the longest time.

I happily added some more vintage Pyrex to my collection.

I absolutely fell in love with this organizer. I put it in the kitchen above the cookbooks.

I was thrilled when I found this bowl. I have been looking for this Friendship pattern for two years.

I’m very happy with my new old finds.

 

 

 

Monthly Crochet Review: January

January was a great month to finish up some big projects, and also start work on Christmas gifts.

I stocked up on some new yarn, and organized my stockpile into projects.

My goals for the month were to finish the King-sized blanket once and for all, finish up the grey throw, and make a few Valentine’s Day pillows for the Summer daybed.

I made a quick three hour scarf as a gift for a very kind teacher.

I worked on some grannysquares too.

I also started working on a third blanket for Christmas.

I see lots of little squares in my future.

I practiced the triple-crochet stitch.

A little more practice here and there, and I think I’ll get the hang of it.

I was thinking that the house could use a few more pillows. With Valentine’s Day coming up, I decided that Valentine hued big and comfy granny-square pillows would do the job.

I made enough for four pillows. Now I just need to sew some liners, and stuff them.

The Grey Throw was next on my list to complete. This project was fairly quick.

I’ve been working on it here and there during the evenings.

It is one of the big kitty’s favorite nap spots.

The finished throw is extra cozy, and there is plenty of snuggle room.

I really liked this project. It was easy to crochet, and it added a little more warmth to the bedroom.

Lastly, the beast that I have been working on for about a year-and-a-half-or-so.

I decided that this was the month that I was going to complete the king-sized blanket once and for all.

I crocheted until I ran out of yarn, weaved in all of the ends, and called it done.

I love it! This was my biggest project as of yet, and I am really happy with the completed project.

It fit our bed nicely, and I love how warm this blanket is. It is perfect for cold Kansas weather.

Now that February is in full swing I’ve found myself working on the three Christmas blankets whenever I have a free moment. I also started a project for me. I’ll have some more photos up soon.