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Distracted (in a good way)

I've been trying to think of something to make my kid for the holidays and her birthday (end of December) that isn't just sending her $$$. I'll do that, but it's tough being away from home at Christmas without any gifts under the tree. So now I'm seeing if I remember how to crochet a wrap with a V-stitch.

Since I've taken an interested in crochet again I'm kind of blown away by how many different yarns there are on the market. Lionbrand has these beautiful skeins of worsted-weight layered in colors, which is what I'm using for my practice piece. I invested in a few more to make some holiday gifts, and slippers for myself when JoAnn put them on sale for 40% off.

Chunky yarns had their own aisle at JoAnn when I went to look, mostly chenille (which I generally avoid because of the flying fluff) but some in other materials I've never seen. It's pretty cool to see how yarns have evolved over the last couple of years.

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Maria Zannini said…
I've always heard food is very expensive on the islands. If she has any snacks she particularly likes that she can't find there, you can send her a care package. I know she would love it.
September 25, 2022 at 5:14 AM
nightsmusic said…
I love those colors! And if that's an 'on purpose' octopus sitting there, it's adorable.
September 25, 2022 at 5:48 AM
the author said…
I've heard the same thing from my partner. Good idea!
September 25, 2022 at 6:16 AM
the author said…
That's my emotional support octopus. :)
September 25, 2022 at 6:16 AM
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