Monthly Archives: August 2009

Ram’s Horn Tablet Weaving…free pattern

Posted on August 27, 2009 by

I finally did it. I am sooo polishing my lapels…lol  This is a threaded in pattern for tablet weaving.  It’s called Ram’s Horn and this is a fairly simple one, but boy is it ever pretty.  All I can say … Continue reading →

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Tablet (Card) Weaving Loom… I Made It Today!

Posted on August 24, 2009 by

This was one of the easiest projects.  And it works great.  I have used a horrible old acrylic yarn to try it out and of course it makes the weaving a little difficult…but the loom is terrific! I found a … Continue reading →

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Mama’s Round Afghan

Posted on August 23, 2009 by

 I found a leaflet pattern for a round baby blanket that I thought was lovely.  I increased the size of the needle and bought inexpensive yarn at Wal-Mart and began to crochet it.  It grew and grew until this is … Continue reading →

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NanoEffects…. Free Knitting Patterns

Posted on August 16, 2009 by

It’s been a busy week around here. What with trips around Texas and Oklahoma, there has been little time for anything other than enjoying the pleasure of visiting with our son and daughter in law. Since they live way up … Continue reading →

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Snail/Mushroom Quilt Finished

Posted on August 5, 2009 by

I finished the Snail/Mushroom Quilt a couple of days ago and I have to say I’m happy with  it.  This was the first quilt that was quilted with a quilting foot on my machine and boy-o-boy…was that great.  Hannah’s quilt … Continue reading →

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