Birds

As I get ready to finish up on the vintage crochet cloche hat, I wanted to share this with you until then.  I went grocery shopping yesterday, and in these days, it becomes like a day at the mall.  I need to remind myself to shop the dairy, meats and frozen goods last.  Even if I go in for a few things, I wander.

I thought these were cute.  They were glass cylinders with branches, birds and leaves printed on them. I had to get a picture.  I thought the birds were cute and would make a perfect little project for a crocheted bottle ring.

Today I will be trying out a new recipe for smothered burritos.  I probably will not share that recipe until Monday, if it turns out well.

I will be finishing up the hat today and will share that with you tomorrow.  I need time to finish with the updates to this designer's pattern, but it is turning out, oh so, cute.....

Have a great weekend,

Debra

Vintage Hat - Popcorn Stitch

I am almost to the final row of the popcorn stitch.  I was taught the popcorn stitch a little different.  The affect is the same, but it is interesting the differences.

Has anyone ever encountered that?

I think maybe because I was taught by someone, that over time they modify the stitch to their liking either because it is easier to get the effect that they need?  Maybe they just were not taught the stitch correctly?

What are your thoughts on this?

As I am getting further into the pattern, the instructions are requesting that I  join in certain instances, so I believe the designer's expectations is to have the swirl affect at the top of the hat.

I am not going to change any part of it, but I can't seem to understand why there isn't a row of working in just one loop to give a seam affect so the hat can be formed easily.

Then again, I might find out when I finish it.

It's been awhile since I have worked on a project with thread, besides my book thongs.  I am finding it enjoyable.  The thread and hook are larger and it doesn't seem to make my eyes hurt.

Working today on this project for 3 hours and then again tomorrow for 3 hours, so hopefully I will have this completed and start my dog and bone book thong.

Then I want to try some new recipes.

Where ever you are, have either a great evening or a great day,

Debra