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Rustic Fall Harvest Farmhouse Wreath

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I followed my fickle crafting heart straight into autumn for this special request. This wreath is overflowing with cozy fall vibes—a warm mix of golden leaves, cheerful mini pumpkins, and a farmhouse-style gingham bow. It’s the perfect welcome piece for the season. Whether it’s hanging on a front door, above the mantle, or brightening up the kitchen, it brings rustic harvest charm that feels like a warm hug of fall. The pop of wheat stalks adds a natural touch, tying the whole look together in festive farmhouse fashion. I’m thrilled that it will provide a warm greeting all season long in its new home. --- Crafting Notes I’m always cautious when it comes to glueing my wreaths. After deciding on placement, I carefully ran wire through the outer pumpkin fabric. The wheat stalks were bundled together with wire, and each piece was secured snugly into place before trimming and tucking the ends neatly into the wreath. Once the bow was secured, I arranged the leaves around the pump...
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Uncompleted UFO Projects 2024

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Not every project makes it to the finish line, and that’s okay. These pieces werr started in with every intention of becoming something special—but life, new ideas, and other projects stepped in. It’s now officially marked as an “Uncompleted UFO" again. Even though it didn’t get finished, it still carries the story of where I was at the time—what inspired me, the colors I chose, and the excitement of starting something new. Sometimes these unfinished projects are just stepping stones to something else, teaching me new stitches, techniques, or reminding me what I truly enjoy working on. Started as a first Grandbaby blanket in 2021, it was replaced by another during a supply issue.  I found a neutral green to include in the rows. A simple half double crochet across with random row width.  The hope of a granddaughter caught me and i began this beautiful doll.  She also was slated for a continuation. The hope was to complete them through out the year....
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Completed UFO Project 2024: Spiraling Into Comfort: My Crochet Journey

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Some projects take on a life of their own, and this spiral blanket is definitely one of them. What began as a simple idea to make something round and cozy turned into a flowing, swirling piece that feels almost alive with movement. I love how the spiral design keeps the eye traveling around and around—like a gentle galaxy unfolding in yarn. The stitches create natural waves and texture, giving the blanket a sense of energy even when it’s lying still. The process of working in the round can feel meditative. With each turn, I watched the spiral expand outward, slowly transforming into a full circle that drapes beautifully. The repeating motion of hook and yarn almost mirrors the spiral itself—endless, soothing, and full of rhythm. Finishimg a UFO is a reminder of patience, of progress made one stitch at a time, and of how creativity can lead us somewhere unexpected. This is a simple single crochet and chain worked in round rows.  I edged the blanket with a soft white sing...
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Completed UFO Project 2024: Elf Hat

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This hat has quickly become a seasonal favorite—the kind of piece that makes winter outings even more special. Crocheted in the round, each color change brought with it a new stitch, adding layers of texture and interest. The mix of yarns and stitches gives the hat a playful, patchwork look that feels both cozy and full of character. What I love most is how it fits right into the holiday season. The long, slouchy style makes it perfect for bundling up on chilly evenings, and the mix of reds, greens, whites, and pops of color carries a festive charm. It’s the hat I reach for when heading out to enjoy the seasonal events and the magic of Christmas lights—warm, whimsical, and full of handmade spirit. This piece reminds me that crochet is as much about the journey as the finished item. Improvised, colorful, and textured, it’s proof that yarn scraps and creativity can come together to make something truly one-of-a-kind. Pattern: Magic circle  6 single crochet in magic circle...
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Completed UFO 2024: Hibernating Bear Blanket

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​I finally finished my Hibernating Bear Blanket, and she turned out even cuter than I imagined! This was my second UFO (unfinished object) I completed thanks to the motivating event from Stitch Witch of Bedford. Va . Their "Winter Weather" challenge was just the push I needed to finish this project. The pattern is well written, coming together really quickly once i stayed with it. I recommend using a heavy weight yarn so the bear is cushy when laying on it.  The yarn i used was a 4. ​You can find the pattern for this adorable bear from Make and Do Crew on LoveCrafts: https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/hibernation-bear-blanket-rug-crochet-pattern-by-jess-coppom-make-do-crew ​#crochet #fiberart #bearblanket #finishedobject
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Completed UFO 2024: Fun Pillow Cover

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​I fell in love with this yarn from my stash all over again. The beautiful textures and rich color combination feel just like a warm hug. This was such a quick and satisfying make—I simply worked in rows to my desired width and length. Then, I slip-stitched the sides, leaving an overlap at the back to create an opening for the pillow form. Using a half-double crochet stitch with this chunky yarn created a wonderfully cozy finished product.
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Completed UFO 2024 Project: Stocking Hat

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I finally finished my second UFO (UnFinished Object)—a soft and cozy stocking cap. This one was extra fun because I made it up as I went, using yarn from my stash that, of course, no longer had a label. Whatever it is, it feels amazingly soft and almost a little luxurious, so it was perfect for a winter hat. I drafted the pattern myself, keeping it simple but practical: I started by chaining the length I needed and worked back and forth in rib stitch rows. Once it was the right size, I slip-stitched the ends together to form a tube. To shape the crown, I gathered the top tightly with yarn to close it off. For contrast, I attached an accent yarn and worked a few rounds of half double crochet. I finished it off with a row of single crochet in the main color. The final touch was my favorite part—a big, fluffy pom-pom for the top (because a pom-pom just makes a hat feel complete!). This project reminded me why I love stash-busting—it’s like turning mystery yarn into something cozy and wear...
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