The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a Roman building in Ravenna, Italy. Experts describe it as "the earliest and best preserved of all mosaic monuments, and at the same time one of the most artistically perfect". In particular the 5th century ceiling mosaic - Garden of Eden Is that not just mind blowing craftsmanship, and… Continue reading Ravenna & Giveaways
I like to crochet.. a lot! Even in the most unusual of places. I always keep a ball of yarn and hook in my bag, because you just never know when you might need them.. right? "Idle hands make fretful minds" Shelley Shepard Grey The trouble is finding the perfect project for those on the… Continue reading Crochet – Granny on the Go
When the New year came upon us I decided to challenge myself to a project from one of my favorite designers. Janie Crowfoot and her Bohemian Blooms Blanket was a absolute joy to make, the techniques and stitches kept me enthralled and the members of the Pippin Crochet Club really enjoyed seeing my progress over… Continue reading Designer Showcase – Lucia’s Fig Tree
I have spent quite some time lately thinking about garments and sizes. I would love to be able to design clothing but honestly the task is so daunting, so many of us come in different shapes and sizes and being able to design for all is something my brain can not wrap around. Researching industry… Continue reading Color Me Happy Sweater
2018 in color - Temperature Scarf
Merry Jingles is here! I just couldn’t help myself after making the Naughty Elf Legs for the tree I decided to keep going and along came Merry Jingles. Measures: 3ft Materials Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK 3 x Poppy 4 x Leaf 2 x White 2 x Shell Pink 1 x Black 1 x Sunflower (you… Continue reading Merry Jingles released
I knew exactly what my New Year’s project was going to be, have you ever bought a kit for a blanket and left it for years just sitting there waiting… and waiting … and waiting. Well my kit has been siting waiting for 2 year! I fell in love with Jane Crowfoot's Frida Flowers and… Continue reading An old project for the New Year – Sheena
I am an avid knitter and crocheter (48 years combined), my craft room can attest to that. Honestly, I am not a hoarder; I just have an eclectic taste! Everything looks a whole lot more in my tiny little cottage. As you can imagine, I have gathered quite an assortment of yarns, patterns and notions… Continue reading Double Trouble from Jeni
I want to continue to improve my crochet abilities and conquer one more problem I always run into
I went snooping around my pattern collection to find a project that has been on never ending to do list.
Pippin Poppycock 