This pattern was much too cute to pass up. Meet my little dinosaur:
It took only a couple days to make this one. And the bulk of the time was me procrastinating on sewing those spikes. Details here on ravelry. Loved the pattern. Super easy!
I have trouble finishing projects. I have even more trouble letting go. But mind over matter, it had to be done. I don’t need another handbag, I know I will never actually finish this project, and I could probably reuse this yarn for something else. So here goes (taking a deep breath)…
Here’s what it was, in it’s pre-frogged form:
Pretty, right? Loved the cables. It was supposed to be a cabled handbag. Just to indulge myself, some close-ups of the cables:
And then, here it is, frogged. I had forgotten that I was knitting this handbag with the yarn DOUBLED. I knew it was going to be a sucker to untangle the mess.
Untangling it all WAS a big pain! It took several hours. But it is finally over.
I wonder what this yarn will reincarnate into next? (My favorite part!)
Because this blog is on crafterly things, how could I not show of some of the wonderfully handcrafted baby items recently gifted to me?? Because I understand how much time and love it takes to make a handmade item, it means so much more to me. Here are a couple of handmade things I love:
A handspun, handknit, and handsewn Baby Surprise Jacket!
It’s reversible too, with a very cool lining. I absolutely love the colors:
Complete with Cheri’s etsy shop label (so professional and clean looking too! So impressive!):
(Visit her etsy shop here for all things children’s apparel, handspun yarn, and other gifts: Enchanted)
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And then there is a quilt that was put together by my high school friend Karen:
Aren’t the colors gorgeous?! I am so in love with this blanket, I know it will be one of my favorites. I was so touched by all the time and effort she put into this. And it has a yellow fleece underside:
And another delightful label lovingly placed at the edge:
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Lastly, handsewn baby leg warmers by Esther! Aren’t they adorable??
And just for kicks, I always love the gifts given by other fellow moms, who are always thinking practically.
Love the handwritten note on top. Thanks Esther! =)
