Social Work Crafting Pt. 2

We spent Christmas Day at my in-laws, we tend to always do this.  This year I decided to get some yarn and learn to crochet!  It is so easy and fun.  I watched many Christmas movies and crocheted away!  I finished the project the same day.  I used this youtube video to help me with the stiches.  But I didn't do the initial number of stiches the video says.  I made enough slip stiches until I was happy with the length.  I wanted to wrap the scarf around my neck twice and tested it every so often.  Then I started with the double crochet. When you complete the number of rows for the desired length, I followed the video and used a yarn needle to sew the ends together.  A yarn needle is a must!!!

I am currently using a size P (11.5mm) crochet hook because I like a larger stitch, but any of the other large hooks will work.  And I am currently loving  Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease.  The wool is thick and soft.  The yarn is about $7.50/skein. Joann Fabrics recently had a BOGO 50% off and I collected some yarn while I was there.

Here was my first scarf.  It turned out a little too long and a little rough, but I love it and wear it all the time. Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease in Graphite.

This is scarf #2. Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease in Cranberry. I made it for my mother-in-law, in celebration of Alabama going to the National Championship.  Too bad it was in the 70's in New Orleans! 

If you decide to embark on this project and have questions, let me know.  I am by no means a crochet expert, but I might be able to help with this project.  I am currently on scarf #3!

Happy Crocheting (or croqueting, as my husband says!) :)

Social Work Crafting Pt. 1

Whew...it's been a while since I've posted.  I was just running errands with my husband and suddenly wanted to post!  So what have I been up to? A lot....but let me save you from all of the boring stuff and tell you that I have been a crafting fool!  It's something about winter time that brings it out and it's more than the lack of outdoor activities. I think I'm going to spread out my crafting endeavours throughout several posts.  Here was my first one this fall.  It's non other than an Alabama themed wreath!  And btw, it has to be lucky since Bama just won their 14th National Championship (ok I'm done)!

Here is the final product.  I swear it's on my door, but I can never get the light right when I take a picture of it on the door. It is the easiest project and can really spruce up your front door. It is also a cheaper option than buying a cute wreath.  Don't forget to check for fabric deals at your local craft store and print your online coupons :)

I start with the wire wreath.  They have several sizes and I picked the one that would look best for our home.  The wreaths are about $3.

Then I picked out 6 fabrics, 2 being tulle (red and white).  You can pick out however many work with your vision of the project.

 Then I cut the strips of fabric 5 1/5 inches by 2 1/2 inches . I use chalk and a measuring tape to accomplish this part of the project.

I fold the fabric long ways (or hotdog style!) so only the pretty sides are seen.

 

Thread the fabric under the wire

Tie the fabric in a knot

Pull tight and fluff out the fabric

Continue this way until the wire is covered.  

Hope y'all will enjoy this tutorial.  Let me know if you decide to try it!  I know this crafting-talk deviates from our typical posts, but I thought it would be ok to share some of my "loves" with the blog :) 

Happy Sunday!