Special Order Bright Yellow Scarf and Hat!

I have to admit, I never would have chosen this color for myself, but when I was tasked with making a bright yellow hat and scarf which would stand against the cold of Washington DC, I was surprised with the results!

This special order set turned out incredibly cute and is being shipping off today. I love the color and the fringe and the bulky yarn is soft and warm. I really hope she enjoys it!!

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Special Order Baby Lovey for Etsy

My friend Eden had a baby gift she wanted to send a friend and she asked me to make a baby lovey for her. She picked out the colors and she did a great job!

For the blanket portion, she Bernat Baby Blanket yarn in Pitter Patter. This stuff is so bulky and soft!! And she picked a fuzzy pink for the head. It turned out really well!!

I'm really excited to get this in the mail for her!


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Cutest Easter Bunny EVER!! (She'll never make it to Etsy!)

I made the cutest little bunny! Maybe I'm in love with her because she's my first stuffy ever...

I really enjoyed making her and I look forward to making some other stuffed animals!

Miss Bunny is going straight into my daughter's Easter basket...I know she will love it.

04/20/14: Edit! Miss Bunny made it into my daughter's basket!!

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What is the story behind my scarf?!

Today, as I was carefully measuring, pinning, and steaming wool squares on a blocking board for my latest project, I wondered if anyone really knew what went into their Etsy buys. I browse through stores all the time and wonder how long a project takes to make and if the sell was really profitable for the creator. Many times, I think, there is very little profit involved.

I can tell you this, my projects aren't made for profit. If that was the case, I'd be selling some items for $200 or more. Between the cost of the yarn (especially wool) and the hours it takes to create, finish, list and package each item, I make close to nothing. What I earn from each sale is the satisfaction of creating an original piece that someone will enjoy and the peace of mind crocheting and creativeness brings me.

I hope you've chosen to buy an item I took the time to blog about. This effort is small for the reward. Someone will see a little of what went into their one of a kind creation and have a story to tell each time someone comments on it.

Please visit my Etsy store and see if there is something you or a friend will love!

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