krispy kreme

Some friends showed me this guy last night. His stuff is too funny

merry christmas!

a few details from today

1. received this adorable sock monkey from someone at church

2. my cookie spread for a Christmas party

3. beautifully wrapped present for a white elephant gift exchange: it was a roll of toilet paper :)

free pattern: granny cowl

Anyone who makes handmade gifts for Christmas knows how stressful it is getting it all done in time so we always appreciate a quick project that is useful & pretty. This cowl is really easy and looks beautiful when worn. I love how this yarn drapes with this cowl! I am posting this pattern for you guys that I wrote for those last minute gifts.



Materials
1 skein of Lion Brand Homespun
Size N crochet hook
Size J crochet hook
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations
CH - chain
Sl st - slip stitch
DC - double crochet
st(s) - stitch(s)
sp - space

With N crochet hook
chain 80. Sl St to join being careful not to twist.
Round 1: CH 2. DC in each chain. Sl St at top of beginning chain to join.
With J crochet hook
Round 2: chain 2. DC in next 2 sts. CH 1, skip 1 st. *DC in next 3 sts. CH 1, skip 1 st.* around. sl st at top of beginning chain to join.
Round 3: Sl st to 1st chain space *3DC in chain space. cH 1* around. Sl St at the top of beginning chain.
Round 4 - 14: Repeat round 3 12 more times (13 rounds of granny stitch total)
Round 15: Chain 2. DC in each st & sp. Sl st at beginning DC. Cut tail and weave in ends.



I am no professional at writing patterns so if you see a mistake please let me know! If you make a cowl leave a link with a picture. I would love to see your creations!

I give you permission to sell what you make using this pattern as long as you provide a link back to this pattern in your listing. Please do not copy or sell this pattern. Thank you!

it's beginning to look like christmas

I was anxious to get the Christmas decorations out this year but when I pulled everything out I couldn't find our mini tree (which was our only tree). That and the fact that we live in a bigger home this year was the perfect excuse to get a new tree. While shopping for one my husband pointed the white tree out. I have always wanted a white one but he never seemed to be into that idea so when he pointed it out I was surprised! I love the way the colors of the ornaments pop on a white tree! It makes me smile every time I walk into the room!