Focus, focus

Almost done with the sweater made of Lion Brand Homespun. My challenge with this project is staying focused long enough to get something done. I got most of the hood knitted last night while watching Moulin Rouge. I sewed the sleeves on, but will I ever seam up the sides? The shoulder and hood seams…

Triangles are OK

Done! I got the placemats to look right, and I didn’t have to call anyone for help. I am patting myself on the back. After thinking more about McCall’s Crafts Pattern M4486, I decided to go with the standard scant 1/4″ quilters seam allowance and voila — it worked! The instructions tell me to use…

Triangles suck

On my second attempt at a placemat for my sister, I have failed (again). Triangles are my nemesis. I even tried using the Angler 2 tool. I will call in an expert for help (a church friend, Suzanne). I’m attempting McCall’s Crafts M4486. One piece just does not match up the way I think it…