More Crochet

Until Christmas has passed, my crocheting and blogging time will be limited.  So, I thought I would post a few things I've completed these past couple of weeks.

Scarf made on a scarf rake knitting loom.  Hat is crochet - check out the ear flaps and brim.  Dark blue with hunter green accent.  I can't wait to see it on Little Mikey.

A crochet scarf and a hat made on a Knifty Knitter round loom.  Veriegated white / purple / green with purple and pink accents.  I love making spirals.  I think Layla will enjoy watching them spring and squiggle when she walks.

My second Special Olympics scarf.  Crocheted using a wave pattern.

Something New Saturday - Special Olympics Scarf

For many personal reasons, the Special Olympics Scarf Project is near and dear to my heart.  I stumbled upon this project a few years ago, and was awestruck by the response across the country.  I participated that year and sent in about 6 scarves.  Following the activity, I was surprised to see that they could practically fill a basketball court with all the donations.  At one point I was disappointed that they had so many contributions that the scarves ended up across the town and in stores.  Then again, I was humbled that so many people would care enough to take the time to participate.  I ran out of time last year, so the 2 scarves I completed ended up being donated to Online Angels instead.  I hope I can get myself together enough to make the deadline this time.  For my Something New, I ran across this idea when looking at some afghan patterns.  This is a Scandinavian Square pattern from a recent magazine.  I didn't chose the colors - these are designated for the 2011 Special Olympics Scarf Project.  It was fun to do, but not fun enough to mass produce.  I'm thinking of a Mile-A-Minute pattern for the next one.  Stay tuned for a different one on an up-coming Something New Saturday.