Felted Purses....Last Minute Gifts

At the last minute I decided I needed something special in which to "wrap" my nieces' Christmas Gift Cards. I found a free pattern for these little felted purses here at the Lion Brand Yarn website. (You'll need to register for free).

Then I embellished the purses with felted flowers made from 2 patterns. The pink flower pattern is free and can be found here. The red rose is from a set of patterns I purchased from an Etsy Shop here.

The pattern gave directions for felting by washing machine but I did it by hand in a small bowl. This was my first attempt at felting and I loved it! Try it if you need a quick gift or get started now for Valentine's Day.

Happy crocheting.

Yorkie & Puppy Crochet Pattern is out!

Hey dog lovers....check out the latest crochet pattern we just finished! It's a Yorkie and Puppy. The Mom stands at 11" tall and her baby pup is 6". Mom is made with bulky weight yarn that gets brushed for the long-haired look. The puppy is quick and easy to make and perfect for using up those small amounts of leftover 4-ply yarn. Get your pattern now! A portion of your purchase will go to support Greyhound Adoption. Thanks!!!

Pattern available at:

GreyhoundCrafts or Etsy

If you're in the Long Island, NY area and you're looking for something fun to do tomorrow...why not come to a Yorkie Fashion Show?! That's right..come and see the latest in Doggy fashions at a fundraiser for SAY(Save A Yorkie)Rescue. Maybe you'll win one of the incredible raffle prizes or maybe you'll fall in love with a dog who needs a home! All proceeds go to SAY Rescue.

It's at Sunrise Assisted Living

39 Forest Ave.

Glen Cove, NY

Time 1pm to 4pm and admission is a $10 donation.

Hope to see you there!