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Ever since I came across this recipe from The Girl Who Ate Everything (via Pinterest), I started looking for an excuse to make it. When the kids got an invite to a costume party, I knew it was the perfect thing to take. It was very easy to make and SO good. I had to give the leftovers away to my neighbors so I wouldn't finish them off myself. It's not exactly get-the-baby-weight-off friendly, but ya know…it was worth the cheat.
Enjoy!
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I saw this granny square sweater pattern on Pinterest the other day and decided little Andie needed one. It's the perfect, portable lunch hour craft. Just a couple of days of work, and it's almost finished! I only need to join the front and back together. Just in time too - fall has officially arrived!
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Saw these:(found here)
And therefore had to have this:
which apparently is very hard to find, but is now on it's way to me from Japan.
SO excited.
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Most of our kids' tees are personalized, but now you can order tees without a name! This line is now available in the shop. Click here to see all the fun designs, and check back often. We add new designs all the time!
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My mom's birthday was this past week, and I wanted to give her something special. I couldn't think of anything to buy, so I decided to make her gift. I didn't have much time, so I immediately thought about making her a necklace. Now, I am not a jewelry maker. At all. But I do love to crochet! I have made these necklaces in the past, and have always gotten lots of compliments. The best part? It's WAY easier than it looks and goes MUCH faster than you would think. I'm guessing it took me a total of about 2 hrs. or so start to finish - all while holding a baby and feeding her at the same time! You only need the most basic crochet skills (and pretty good vision - it's tiny work!). If you can make a chain stitch (and you can!), you will have no problem making this. A quick trip to Hobby Lobby (if there is such a thing), and I had all of my supplies.
Here's what you'll need:
Cotton crochet thread - I used size 20, but the size is not critical as long as it fits through your beads
Small crochet hook - I used a US C2/2.75mm. Again, you can use a little larger or smaller size if you prefer, but note that it will change the size of your stitches. I worked my stitches more loosely.
Assorted beads - I found mine in a pre-mixed package, but you can make them all uniform, mix and match your own, add charms, etc.
Beading needle - trust me, this will make the stringing process much easier!
Jump rings and a toggle clasp (optional)
Step 1: String all of your beads onto the cord using a beading needle. You can arrange them in a pattern if you want, or more randomly like mine.
Step 2: Follow the normal steps for beginning a crochet chain, leaving a tail at the beginning. Make several stitches, then slide a bead up and catch it in your next stitch. Continue this process, alternating with a few stitches and adding beads until the necklace is the desired length. Finish off with several empty stitches, and leave a tail at the end. It will seem ridiculously long - mine was 90+ inches when I ran out of beads.
Step 3: Tie the two ends together securely. Now, you have a couple of options here. You can just wear the necklace as is by looping it around your neck several times. I've found that it can be quite tangly, so I looped the necklace together to make the layers then attached a closure using jump rings and a toggle clasp to make it easier to manage.
I was excited about how it turned out. I love that every time I make one of these it is different from the last one. It is one of a kind - for a one of a kind mom. :)
And she loved it, by the way. Happy Birthday, Mom!
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