Meet Fred

I’ve tried to convince myself that I like this bag, but it’s just not happening.  I’m not sure if it’s just the size (too big for a handbag for me) or the overall look.  It doesn’t look like something I’d use in public (because I’m wayyyyyyyy too cool  :rofl: ).  If someone asked me if I made it, I’d be embarrassed to say yes.  Too harsh?  Maybe, but it’s my reality.  It’ll have to be relegated yarn holder or some such menial task.  Grrr…I hate it when a felting experiment goes awry!

On the other hand, I am absolutely enamoured with Fred.  I love him!  It’s the first time I’ve picked up a hook in a couple of years now.  I’ve been getting the toy bug and of course there is no better way to deal with that than crochet amigurumi.  I wanted so start with something very simple just to make sure I still knew what I was doing with only one stick instead of two.  If you’ve been living in a cave and somehow missed the amigurumi craze (it is a craze, isn’t it?) then check out this article:  http://www.crochetme.com/amigurumi  You may also enjoy checking out the picture at this flickr site:  http://flickr.com/photos/samyii/533548255/

Even if you don’t normally listen to podcasts, you may want to check out my latest episode.  I know many of you also read the JenLa blog and my interview this week was with Laura!  We had an absolute blast recording this (at least I did) and she has some interesting things to say plus a little news for you.