If you are still unclear, www.Dictionary.reference.com defines it this way:
[kroh-shey; British kroh-shey, -shee]
1.
needlework done with a needle having a small hook at one end for drawing the thread or yarn through intertwined loops.
2.
to form by crochet.
And until I read that definition, I had no idea anyone ever pronounced it [kroh-shee]! Silly Brits!
I have been doing a lot of needlework with a small hook at one end and drawing yarn through intertwined loops lately. Here is a photo of several projects I have done within the last month or two:
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| Lots of crocheted goodies! |
In this photo, you will see scarves, cowls, hats, wristlets, and amigurumi birds. I have used single crochet, half-double crochet, double crochet, back stitch only crochet, and I've knitted with fingers and my arms. I cannot tell you how much I adore crochet. But I think you already knew that, didn't you?
Here are some of the items along with yours truly:
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| Cowl using Lion Brand Heartland in Hot Springs |
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| Scarf using Red Heart Sashay Sequins in Phlox. |
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| Cowl using Lion Brand Landscapes yarn in Tropics. |
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| Cowl using Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in Dragonfly. |
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| Cowl using Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in Petunia. |
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| Cowl using Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in Winery. |
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| Cowl using Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in Tidal. |
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| Cowl using Lion Brand Landscapes in Desert Spring. |
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| Wristers using Lion Brand Unique yarn in Passion Fruit. Find the pattern here. |
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Arm-knitted Scarf using Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Claret.
For this scarf, I watched Crafty Gemini's online tutorial found here.
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I also made a couple of amigurumi from my Craftsy class Woodland Animals. It was designed by Stacey Trock. If you are interested in learning how to make these cute little guys plus a raccoon, a deer, and a bear, go here.
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| Me and the Bleu, the Bluebird of Happiness. I used Red Heart Soft yarn in turquoise and Vanna's Choice yarn in radiant yellow. I also used Darice craft eyes from Jo-Ann. |
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My son, me, and Larry, my daughter's bird with two different sized eyes. (She wanted him that way!) I used Vanna's Choice yarn in sapphire and radiant yellow. I also used Darice craft eyes from Jo-Ann.
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I also made washcloths, but I gave those away as Christmas gifts. Here is a pic:
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| I used Lily Sugar'n Cream solids in sage green, ecru, light blue, and sunshine. You can find those at Jo-Ann also. |
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As you may be able to decipher by now, I am a crochet-a-holic. I found these great photos from a blog I've just discovered, The Little Bee. They pretty much sum up how I feel about crochet.
Well said, Little Bee. Bien dit, petite abeille!
Alas, I must return to work tomorrow after an extended winter break. I am so glad I have been able to pursue my creative endeavors this winter.
I am also changing the name of my Etsy shop from Prairie Sunshine Soaps to Prairie Sunshine Shop so I may begin selling items other than soap or those related to soap. I would like to expand to include lots of cute crocheted goodies and patterns eventually. I am looking forward to this next phase in the Prairie Sunshine story!
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I hope everyone is doing well and I hope you are staying warm wherever you are. Take good care and Happy New Year 2015!
--Jenn
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