Houston, we have a problem

Yes, I have a problem. An addiction. I am addicted to fiber, to yarn. I love the colors, the feel, the smell, and the excitement of creating something wonderful. However, as with any addiction, I tend to go overboard. I see it. I want it. I buy it. More often than not, I have no idea what I am going to make. I buy and get the immediate gratification. So, I now find myself faced with this.....











What a nightmare! I have two rubbermaid tubs full of whole skeins of yarn, one container of partial balls of yarn left over from other projects, and one container of patterns, needles, tape measures, etc. So, I have started a project with the scrap yarn. I am only using scraps that could not be made into a hat, of course, and this is the blanket so far....



So, if you have an overload of leftover crafting items, try and re-purpose them and create something truly unique. I will keep you updated with the progress of the blanket.

In the begining, there was yarn...

My Grammie taught me to knit when I was a child. But, I never really progressed past potholders and washcloths. If I was feeling particularly sassy, I would attempt a scarf (really just an extra long potholder). Roughly 5 years ago I was laid off and in order to maintain my sanity, I needed some creative outlet besides job searching. I decided to pick-up knitting again. I bought some inexpensive yarn and needles at Walmart and knitted a hat pattern from Martha Stewart Living. I have been knitting ever since.

My Grammie was overjoyed that I had started knitting again. We often talked about what projects we were working on and what yarn we were using. It was something wonderful and creative that we shared together. She passed away almost 3 years ago and I inherited all her yarn, needles, patterns, and her little button purse that she used to carry her current project.

Now, I have progressed to more complex projects and more decadent yarn. But, my favorite thing to knit is that first hat pattern with inexpensive yarn. Both of which, would make my Grammie proud. So, I am attaching the pattern in hopes that you will enjoy and think of someone you love.