Project Notes: “Pumpkin Spice” Crochet Embroidered Top
This top is designed top be reversible, front to back, with buttons on one side and a v-neck on the other. I'm happy with the overall design, but I think I'd like to try it in a different yarn. I
Missing Autumn Weather
My favorite season has always been spring, and second is autumn. They are quite similar. Sadly, we don't really get either of them in the southern US anymore, just a few days of that sweet in-between of t-shirt weather and
Project Notes: Crochet Moss Stitch Tank Top With Floral Embroidery
I finished this crochet moss stitch tank top design several months ago, but had yet to write a wrap-up for the project. Project Notes: Crochet Moss Stitch Tank Top With Floral Embroidery To crochet it, I used a fingering weight cotton weaving
Tea Tales: Apple Lime Sweet Tea
In 2010, I went on a short-term mission trip to Costa Rica. The main part of the trip was spent helping build a new church and medical clinic, along with leading VBS at several surrounding churches. The last couple days
Just Keep Stitching
Creating and writing a crochet pattern takes a long time as a stay-at-home mom of a toddler. Something that used to take me two months, tops, is now taking, at current count, over seven. I went into this year knowing that
Work Desk Remodel
I have been missing crochet. Last week I spent several days painting my work desk. My work time is mainly limited to my child's naptimes and bedtimes, but I've needed to give up that work time for painting in order
Project Notes: Shell Stitch Cropped Top With Embroidered Details
I started making this top MONTHS ago. I don't usually have a project that I'll work on in little bits here and there, either between more prominent projects or when I need a break from those projects, but that's
Waters Wears: Star Stitch Sweater First Draft
Star Stitch Sweater First Draft (PS. This sweater later became my Stella Cropped Sweater, which you can find the pattern for here, and read more about here!) I finished this sweater a little over a week ago. I would up having a
How To Style Three Looks For Fall Weather
I did a little drawing series over on my Instagram of looks I like to wear during fall and winter. It was a fun little project; I enjoyed playing around with this drawing style and making the borders. Here's a round
Waters Wears: Crochet Striped Tunic Pattern First Draft
Crochet Striped Tunic Pattern First Draft I completed this first draft of a crochet striped tunic earlier this year. It features a high-low hem and high slits on the sides, along with leather button loops on the sleeves. While I'm hoping to