Biography for Anna Thomas
15 years ago
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
My Heart for Ofrendas del Corazon
Entitled:
Frida in my Dreams
My three favorite Dia dew los Muertos themes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUrP6DoDVU4
Frida in my Dreams
My three favorite Dia dew los Muertos themes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUrP6DoDVU4
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Knitting Haul @Craftzine.com blog
http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/01/knitting_haul.html
Wow! Big & Great Knitting ideas. I made my own crochet hook holder (looks like the one shown) but didn't think about large pockets for other items needed. Need to rethink and remake.....
Wow! Big & Great Knitting ideas. I made my own crochet hook holder (looks like the one shown) but didn't think about large pockets for other items needed. Need to rethink and remake.....
Knitting Haul @Craftzine.com blog
http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/01/knitting_haul.html
Wow! Big & Great Knitting ideas. I made my own crochet hook holder (looks like the one shown) but didn't think about large pockets for other items needed. Need to rethink and remake.....
Wow! Big & Great Knitting ideas. I made my own crochet hook holder (looks like the one shown) but didn't think about large pockets for other items needed. Need to rethink and remake.....
Indie Fixx / Pineapple Filled Cookies: the best cookies in the world
Indie Fixx / Pineapple Filled Cookies: the best cookies in the world
Sounds like a good way to imitate Pineapple Empanadas....when we can't get to Houston for our FIX ! ! ! !
Sounds like a good way to imitate Pineapple Empanadas....when we can't get to Houston for our FIX ! ! ! !
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Sat Jan 15th.
Happy Birthday to my favorite niece!!!!
Currently reading: Hell's Corner by David Baldacci (Camel Club) Working on my Heart for "Ofrendas de Corazon" which is Feb 11th. Crocheting another Winter Special Olympics Scarf. TEXAS Deadline Jan 20th. (will sent to Arizona if I miss deadline) Getting my stuff registered for the Quilt show for Feb 18 & 19th. And tracking numerous packages I sent out this week. Whew!
Currently reading: Hell's Corner by David Baldacci (Camel Club) Working on my Heart for "Ofrendas de Corazon" which is Feb 11th. Crocheting another Winter Special Olympics Scarf. TEXAS Deadline Jan 20th. (will sent to Arizona if I miss deadline) Getting my stuff registered for the Quilt show for Feb 18 & 19th. And tracking numerous packages I sent out this week. Whew!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Pattern for Double Ended Crohook 2009
This pattern was given to me by Mary Lou Fisk. It was printed as a handout along with the Crohook she was selling.The Double Ended Crohook is made from a 5/16" wooden dowel, about 20-23" long with crochet hooks at each end. It it too large to use to make a scarf, but I used it anyway. Crohooks at 12" can be special ordered, so I ordered some for next years scarf project. A regular crohook, used for Tunisian Crochet, can also be used. I just can't find any where I live. (Deep South Texas, almost in Mexico)
Instructions: When creating a pattern, chain 3 stitches for each shell desired, plus one more stitch for the turning stitch. (180 stitches, plus 2 for 60 shells=181 chain stitches) will make approximately 48 X 60 or as long as you desire. For a baby afghan or lap robe, try about 40 shells (120 stitches plus 1)…
Practice Sample: Chain 22 stitches loosely, work loosely until you feel comfortable. Pick up a loop through every chain stitch across row (slip stitch) you now have all stitches on needle.
On larger Afghan, put stopper on end of hook after each color change to prevent dropping stitches.
Change to opposite end and tie second color through last stitch.
Chain 4, pull 4th chain through 3 loops. Chain 3, pull third chain through 3 loops...repeat…to the end of the row, ending with pull chain through 3 loops. You will only have on stitch left on hook…(do not pull tight as you have to pick up these stitches..)
With the same end of hook and same color yarn…pull one loop through each chain *slip stitch) between shells only…(if for some reason you have 3 or 4 chains, correct to have 3 loops or you will not have even rows of shells. Now all stitches are on needle.
Change to opposite end and use other color. *you should have different colored yarns hanging from each side.)
Chain 4 (as above) and pull 4th chain through 3 loops…continue as before….return, picking up loops with the same color.
Continue changing colors at ends, each two rows…repeat these two rows until you have your desired length. Finish with a row of only one stitch left on needle…now pull each slip stitch through both stitches each time to bind off project. Cut both yarns about 3 inches, know and weave in tails at corners. ENJOY!
Instructions: When creating a pattern, chain 3 stitches for each shell desired, plus one more stitch for the turning stitch. (180 stitches, plus 2 for 60 shells=181 chain stitches) will make approximately 48 X 60 or as long as you desire. For a baby afghan or lap robe, try about 40 shells (120 stitches plus 1)…
Practice Sample: Chain 22 stitches loosely, work loosely until you feel comfortable. Pick up a loop through every chain stitch across row (slip stitch) you now have all stitches on needle.
On larger Afghan, put stopper on end of hook after each color change to prevent dropping stitches.
Change to opposite end and tie second color through last stitch.
Chain 4, pull 4th chain through 3 loops. Chain 3, pull third chain through 3 loops...repeat…to the end of the row, ending with pull chain through 3 loops. You will only have on stitch left on hook…(do not pull tight as you have to pick up these stitches..)
With the same end of hook and same color yarn…pull one loop through each chain *slip stitch) between shells only…(if for some reason you have 3 or 4 chains, correct to have 3 loops or you will not have even rows of shells. Now all stitches are on needle.
Change to opposite end and use other color. *you should have different colored yarns hanging from each side.)
Chain 4 (as above) and pull 4th chain through 3 loops…continue as before….return, picking up loops with the same color.
Continue changing colors at ends, each two rows…repeat these two rows until you have your desired length. Finish with a row of only one stitch left on needle…now pull each slip stitch through both stitches each time to bind off project. Cut both yarns about 3 inches, know and weave in tails at corners. ENJOY!
Shell Pattern made on Crohook
I purchased the Crohook, and rec'd a free pattern, from Winter Texan at a local Craft Sale. This was the 3rd scarf I made for the Winter Special Olympians from Texas. They expected 3500 scarves and only rec'd 78 as of Jan 5th. Their deadline to mail is Jan 20th. I previously sent two, but decided to whipped out another one. Mailed it yesterday. Pattern to follow.
Sunday, January 2, 2011
10 women share stories of challenge and triumph that will inspire you
10 women share stories of challenge and triumph that will inspire you
Crafty Chica (my hero) is in this article!!!!
Crafty Chica (my hero) is in this article!!!!
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