i learned a new craft today. yep. i learned how to crochet. i gave up on the knitting and decided crocheting might be where it's at for now. i was initially inspired by my friend's awesome blankets. both anika and i have one. lucky us. then i picked up a book in japan last year with the cutest crocheted bowls. and balls. then i found this garland and knew i needed to make some for anika's room.
i spent a couple of hours with my blanket crocheting friend. (hi cheryl!). just her and i. ani-chan stayed hope with her papa. (thanks, hisashi!) and my friend taught me her tricks. she is fast. she made three circles by the time i had about a quarter of one done. and that was after she started mine. they look awesome but i still have a bunch more to make. (cheryl, i think i will be back in a few weeks for another afternoon of crocheting and chatting.) .
You have crossed to the dark side and you will probably never look back!
I love the hook, have fun x
Posted by: kate | January 16, 2011 at 02:03 AM
:D I have been busy crocheting too, I really need to go back to my sewing machine soon.
I just finished my granny square garland (http://curatingcuteness.com/2011/01/this-and-that/) and I'm making a blanket which is essentially a giant granny square. I think I'm at 25cm right now, it's addictive!
By the way, Leslie, my pinterest nickname is "duringmyheyday".
Posted by: Katie | January 16, 2011 at 08:23 AM
Is crocheting hard? That's what has always put me off it!
Posted by: Emily | January 16, 2011 at 04:31 PM
Yay! Someone else is learning too :)
My sister taught me to crochet a little over a year ago and I'm gradually getting more comfortable with it. I love how quickly it goes (compared to knitting) and the textures and shapes you can get.
Posted by: peanut | January 16, 2011 at 05:56 PM
i gave up on knitting too! wow, the garland looks great... have fun!!!
Posted by: meiyi | January 17, 2011 at 02:55 AM
crochet is fabulous... more portable than knitting too.
and totally addictive!!
Posted by: Monica | January 17, 2011 at 03:35 AM
oh crocheting... I just can't make you work well for me. but i want to make a granny square blanket so badly.
Posted by: Sandra | January 17, 2011 at 12:12 PM
hey my friend... glad you're enjoying the learning - it was fun - and I LOVE the colours you picked!
Posted by: Teachbeyond | January 18, 2011 at 10:46 PM
I can't believe you are taking something new on! I'm happy you are doing something for yourself.
Posted by: erin | January 19, 2011 at 12:07 PM
That's awesome! I just noticed that the fuchsia pink used is nearly the same as mentioned in your previous pot.
Posted by: Anna | January 20, 2011 at 10:45 PM
Hello!
I stumbled across your blog while searching for Japanese material and felt compelled to say Hello!
I guess I found your experience in Japan so interesting as I would love to visit one day. I also have a new little girl and love to craft. Have a wonderful day!
Posted by: shelley aldrich | January 23, 2011 at 11:21 AM
oh my,
your blog is looking a bit fabulous!
keep up the fancy work fox friend!
thanks for ze inspiraiton! <3
Posted by: lauren | January 24, 2011 at 07:00 AM
I cannot imagine women actually enjoying making them!sf
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