Happy Sunday! Today's post is about this cute pink crochet hat I made from a Melanie K. Ham YouTube Tutorial. I finished it a few days ago and I was so happy. Now I gotta wait for some cooler weather so I can rock it! LOL!
For my full story about this hat see my other blog post. Click Here
Last year, I started going to this craft group at a local church. It was a small gathering of ladies who made all sorts of crafts as a fundraiser for the church. These kind gals welcomed me in and it was a joy to craft with them. One day, a member was showing us this beautiful crochet blanket she was making for her upcoming great grand baby. She was so excited to share with us how she was doing it.
Next thing I know, I had a hook and yarn in my hands! She started teaching me how to make "granny squares." At first it was a little hard to learn and honestly, I wanted to give up after a few weeks. The ladies were very encouraging so I keep going. Then after lots of practicing, unraveling and starting over, I began to get it. That was truly an accomplishment and a "happy dance" moment.
Several weeks later, I was proudly crocheting away and so glad I learned something new. Below is my first project from the group, a big 'ole "granny square" blanket. I gave it to my mom. She loved it!
Have you ever crocheted? What have you made? Leave a comment below.
If you have never crocheted consider trying it. I was surprised how relaxing and fun it was. I have several articles here on Inspired Me 411 that talk about all the powerful mental and physical ways crocheting helps us especially in stressful times. In fact, it is one of the tools I used to help me last Summer as I was preparing for surgery. That was perfect timing for me to learn a new craft!
Here are some resources if you are interested.
Fiber Arts Resources (supplies, tutorials, & other information)
Article on Crocheting & Mental Health
Mind & Body Resources
Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a fantastic day!
For my full story about this hat see my other blog post. Click Here
Next thing I know, I had a hook and yarn in my hands! She started teaching me how to make "granny squares." At first it was a little hard to learn and honestly, I wanted to give up after a few weeks. The ladies were very encouraging so I keep going. Then after lots of practicing, unraveling and starting over, I began to get it. That was truly an accomplishment and a "happy dance" moment.
Several weeks later, I was proudly crocheting away and so glad I learned something new. Below is my first project from the group, a big 'ole "granny square" blanket. I gave it to my mom. She loved it!
If you have never crocheted consider trying it. I was surprised how relaxing and fun it was. I have several articles here on Inspired Me 411 that talk about all the powerful mental and physical ways crocheting helps us especially in stressful times. In fact, it is one of the tools I used to help me last Summer as I was preparing for surgery. That was perfect timing for me to learn a new craft!
Here are some resources if you are interested.
Fiber Arts Resources (supplies, tutorials, & other information)
Article on Crocheting & Mental Health
Mind & Body Resources
Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a fantastic day!
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