Wheelchair/Lap Afghans: Blue & Gold Granny Square

This small lap afghan was made with left-over yarn from other projects. I started with a regular granny square and modified it by adding rows to shape it into a rectangle.

Afghan: Flower Patch

I hadn't made any granny square afghans, but I thought this one was beautiful so I figured I'd give it a try. I love the colors and the lines of it. I wasn't sure I would like the work of sewing it together, but I really enjoyed making this one.

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Crochet is my way of unwinding, relaxing. I’m always looking for projects and would like what I make to have a purpose. So, I’m happy to take orders for custom made items. You are able to choose the colors and styles. You aren’t limited to the ones I’ve already done. I would be happy to duplicate one of the items on this site. I would love to do something new, though, so let me know what you have in mind.

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For Baby: Sweet Boy Blue

I picked up this yarn because it was really soft and interesting. It is regular baby yarn with small tufts of color tied every two inches or so. The effect it creates is a plush, fluffy blanket that is ultra cozy! I may need to make a grown-up size blanket with it!

For Baby: Pretty Girl Pink

This hooded blanket is made with super soft baby yarn and has pretty flower accents on the hood.

Of course, a sweet baby niece makes it complete!

Ponchos: Lacey

This poncho has a very large open stitch. The fringe is a looped chain stitch that gives a neat finish to the edge.

Ponchos: Popcorn

This poncho is made in two panels that are crocheted together with the accent color. The panels are a small popcorn stitch and the accent is a velour speckled complement.

Wheelchair/Lap Afghans: Stripes

These are smaller afghans that are designed to cover the legs of a person in a wheelchair. Both of my in-laws are nursing home residents, so I’ve donated these to the nursing home to distribute to those who need them. This is a pretty shell stitch made with a lightweight cotton yarn.

Wheelchair/Lap Afghans: Goldenrod

These are smaller afghans that are designed to cover the legs of a person in a wheelchair. Both of my in-laws are nursing home residents, so I’ve donated these to the nursing home to distribute to those who need them. This one is made with a woven-type stitch that makes it a thicker cloth.

Blanket: Nana's Sofa

I just finished this one for my Mom’s Christmas present. Not only does it match her sofa, it makes me want to snuggle up on it with a cup of coffee - and my Mom, of course!

This blanket also became my first "special order" sale! One of my mom's friends liked it so much she wanted one of her own.

My dog decided to be the model in the picture (so cute!)

Blanket: Patchwork

This blanket was made with the remains of the yarn I had from all of the previous projects I had done. I decided to make randomly sized blocks of various colors and sew them together in a fun way. I happened to have more blue, so that color became the border.

Blanket: Log Cabin

This square blanket is made with a lighter yarn, but it is still quite warm. It’s stitched very differently - the stripes are carried around the center instead of the traditional back-and-forth stitch direction. The edging is done in a double woven chain with two complementary colors (see Cozy for edging detail).

Blanket: Sweden

My son decided he wanted a blanket that looked like the Swedish national flag. I had fun designing and making this one.

Blanket: Fiesta

The colors blend together in this blanket in such a festive way. The jewel tones are beautiful together. The blanket is crocheted in three panels that are sewn together, then finished with a wide border.

Blanket: Cozy

I call this blanket Cozy because that’s just what it is. It’s the first one I made and it’s my favorite. I love the edging detail - it’s two chain rounds woven together - a beautiful effect.