Christmas Stockings

Christmas is always that time of year where all my crafting energy is focused on getting some projects done. This year, I completed two Christmas stockings. The first one shown here is needlepoint. I'm really enjoying needlepoint (fiber canvas) these days and am working on a coaster project at the moment.

This next one is my first knit argyle. I thought it was going to be really hard but it was only moderately hard. *wink* Once I got into the flow of the pattern it went smoothly until it was time to turn the heel. I think I got it on the third try. Oh well, that's just more practice, right?

Hope you had a wonderful holiday crafting season and many fun projects in the new year! -Jennifer

Back In Business

Well, I have had a two week absence from blogging, facebook, twitter, and just about everything else. About two weeks ago I ran into major computer trouble, probably stemming from repeated power spikes and outages.
Anyway, I spent about a week trying to recover my computer, until it was clear to me that it was not going to recover. So then I spent about a week waiting for my new computer to arrive in the mail. It got here yesterday and I have been installing updates and software until just now. It works! It works great, in fact. I bought one with Windows Vista so I am getting used to that, had XP before. I bought it from geeks.com (no affiliation), and I have to say they shipped it out really quickly (next morning) and it's exactly as described.
I hope to be back in the full swing of the fiber arts action soon, and am looking forward to making some beautiful treasuries in the next few days.
-Jennifer

Coffee Cup Sleeves- Four Designs to Crochet

I have just listed my newest crochet pattern on Etsy and Ravelry, my coffee cup sleeves (or click here for the Ravelry link). About a year ago, my best friend Heather asked me to make a coffee cup sleeve for her, and so I did. Then I made about 20 more! Of course, some of the ones I came up with don't really work as patterns, and some were knit rather than crochet. I chose these 4 designs for my pattern collection because they are fun and versatile. I used several of them for adult stocking stuffers last Christmas.

To celebrate the new pattern in my store, I am going to release a scrubbie pattern here on my blog for free this coming week, so check back for that.

Right to Left: Frills Sleeve, Baubles Sleeve, Squares Sleeve

Ruffle Sleeves

Right to Left: Squares Sleeve, Baubles Sleeve, Frills Sleeve

Ribbed Knit Sleeve

Back in February, I also posted a free knit cup sleeve pattern here on my blog (shown at right).
-Jennifer

Chrysanthemum Bracelets

I am working on a new line of crocheted jewelry, and I have finished the first design. The line is inspired by Chinese culture, and in this case, the chrysanthemum. I have a lotus and a dragon in the works as well as some bamboo designs. It's really fun working on some new stuff! I am going to make all of these into patterns, but for now, I am offering the finished bracelets in my store. Here is the design in several colors:

-Jennifer

Sunny Day = New Hat Pix

Today is so sunny and beautiful that I decided to take advantage and get some outdoor photos of my hats. I was home alone so there was no one here to bother me but the dog while I was doing it. I think I got some great results. Some people say that full sun photos aren't good because the sun washes out the colors, but I think these turned out ok. Also, I love the spring flowers in my photos!

Woods Hat

Sailing Hat - Baby

Sailing Hat - Grade Schooler

Sailing Hat (Pattern)

'Lil Love Hat (Pattern)

Flower Garden Hat and Purse (Pattern)

-Jennifer

Interview at INW Team's Blog

I've been interviewed by Monti of Glitz N Glass over at the Inland Northwest Etsy Street Team's blog. It was kinda strange to talk about myself like that but I got into it. I mean, we are all our own favorite subject, right? Check it out if you have a chance: http://ewateam.blogspot.com/2011/05/interview-with-jennifer-of.html

Etsy Shop Makeover!

A few days ago, I was lucky enough to win a premade shop set by Sara Rubendall and today I got the new banner and avatar installed in my shop and this very blog! It looks so great and it's such a huge improvement from what I had before. Thank you so much Sara for doing this giveaway and choosing my shop! Sara has an amazing selection and great prices, so check out her shop if you are looking to make a professional impression with your online store.
Here are some of my favorites:

-Jennifer