My Secret Pal

Well, the secret is out! My amazing team member Trish of Soapy Blessings planned this great activity to boost our team spirit. Trish chose names from a "virtual hat" and we all sent surprise gift packages to each other. Here is the adorable gift that I received:

I plan to put the cute crocheted flower on my favorite winter hat and the jeweled pad and funky pen are now a permanent fixture in my jewelry workshop.
Thanks so much to Susan and to Trish (who makes handmade soap) for planning this event.

Nothing Dorky Here

If you are looking for beautiful crocheted items, this is the place to go

http://adorkable1.etsy.com/ . Here you will find wonderful crocheted shawls,scarfs, ponchos,hats,baby items,bags and other unique gifts. These crocheted items are not like grandma made as you can see in these photos. Here is what the designer says about herself.

"Thanks for visiting Adorkable, where you'll find awesome crocheted items! Crochet is not just for grandmas anymore, although I did learn from my grandma when I was eight :) I design items that are stylish and more for the younger crowd (or the young at heart), ROCK ON! All items are created in a smoke-free, animal-free home. Myspace: myspace.com/adorkable1etsy --- Blog: adorkablecrochet.blogspot.com.

Grandmother's Gift

The three owners of Lazy Cat have something in common. Their grandmothers taught them how to crochet. Allison, Kelly and Stasia have used this wonderful skill to create the pieces you see here as well as well as many other beautiful, handmade scarves, hats, and intricate necklaces. The results are amazing. Please take a look at their wonderful etsy shop and get your checkbooks ready!

Funky Blue

Find these delightfully warm and fashionable items in Lizstaley's etsy shop. I just love the color and the unique fish button on the scarf and the furry cuffs on the fingerless gloves. what a great way to stay warm this winter. Please take a look at Liz's shop for buttons, unique jewelry made with computer keyboard pieces and more.

Get Yourself Some Attitude!

This adorable key chain and little girl's hat are just two of the darling items in Blue Baby's shop. Amanda lovingly crochets her items and will do custom orders for her hats to your specifications. This little piggy will sure add some attitude to your life. Don't miss Amanda's blog either.