Category Archives: crochet & knitting

whimsical weddings & winter wearables

Modeling a cowl that I made recently for a wonderful friend’s birthday.  This pattern was from one of my favorite knitting/sewing/embroidery sites, the purl bee. This is the second one I made, and I love how it turns out.  Seriously, … Continue reading

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one month

As many of you know, I have taken a short break from posting while I adjust to motherhood & help introduce the world to our son Liam Michael Place.  He was born on New Years’ day, which makes him one … Continue reading

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wonderful new winter things

This is just the sweetest little thing I’ve seen lately.  Michael and I picked one up for our baby while at the holiday Hearts & Crafts show on Sunday.  Made by sweetpeafelts, this delicate little bundle sits in half of … Continue reading

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RIT show ready

Here are a few things that I’ve managed to get together before the Annual Winter Crafts show at RIT tomorrow.  It will be in the SAU and fireside lounge from 10-4pm, so stop by if you’re around campus! Still brainstorming … Continue reading

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subtleties

Yesterday I spent a long time working with a more muted color palette, trying to work on illustrations of small crocheted pieces.  The heart is actually an ornament that I have made a few of, and find to be delicate … Continue reading

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winter for little lambs

Quick post with some things I made for my cousin’s baby shower. Patterns are from this etsy shop, which is also where the bunny hat came from (my favorite!).

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changing season creations

I am loving this weather!  It’s always so refreshing to be comfortable in jeans and a tshirt or sweatshirt outside, and it’s perfect for furniture refinishing.  This piece we came across at our favorite church flea market, which I mentioned … Continue reading

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