Cosmic Pony

A taste of art, crafting, and whatever the wind blows my way.

Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Last Minute Valentine Gift-Knitted Heart

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Here's a quick and easy project for a last minute Valentine's Day gift, or any time of the year when you want to knit up a fun and ...
Monday, February 5, 2018

The Reverse Crafting Trend

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Craft noun an activity involving skill in making things by hand. verb exercise skill in making (something). There is a growi...
Friday, January 12, 2018

Knitted Cat Hat

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For Christmas gifts this year I made my granddaughters cat hats. They are obsessed with cats and they were thrilled with their cat ha...
Saturday, July 29, 2017

Starburst Scrap Afghan Knit As You Go

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I made this afghan for my niece for her wedding present. It is the same pattern I shared in January a year ago except the main color is...
Tuesday, June 27, 2017

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I don't do a lot of knitting in the summer. I'm not big on A/C though I will use it when it gets muggy hot and the best way to avoid...
Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Don't Be Afraid to Play with Any Crafting Process

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When It Comes to Crafting, Experience Comes with Playing I like to make things. I’ll bet you do also. That’s why you’re visiting my bl...
Saturday, June 3, 2017

Number One Cat Toy #1

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Cats have different personalities. Some like a toy mouse. Some love catnip. For my Max it's all about the string. I was making a ...
Thursday, June 1, 2017

Organic Scrap Quilt Loaded with Color

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I am tickled pink with how well this scrappy quilt turned out. I had a box of fabric scraps that were really too small for anything b...
Monday, May 22, 2017

Scrappy Crocheted Afghan Using Leftover Yarn

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I love this afghan. It is dense and warm and a bright spot on a cold, gloomy day. It is crocheted but I think a similar version could ...
Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Knit Stuffed Hearts

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These knit hearts are a fun project that whip up in a short time. An ideal gift idea. They are quite easy. You can use whatever weig...
Friday, May 12, 2017

Pattern Weights in Action

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In a recent post I discussed making pattern weights. Here they are in action: The little sour cream packet looking weights took about ...
Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Summer Weather Means Sun Hat Time

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Playing with Reversible Bucket Hats/Sun Hats Summer is just around the corner. I love hats. I like making them. I like wearing them. I ha...
Monday, April 3, 2017

Fun, Easy, Quick Charming Pattern Weights

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I am not a fan of pinning except when absolutely necessary, like pinning the four quadrants around a round, like a neckline or brim to crow...
Thursday, March 30, 2017

Scrap Yarn Cat Bed Project

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Last year I made a cat bed for the cat using up scrap bulky yarn. It was a great project to use up those odds n ends. The cat has a his...
Monday, March 20, 2017

Provisional Cast On Tip for Floppy Ending Stitch

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The first knitting book I bought was a book devoted to casting on and binding off methods. It's amazing how many ways there are to cast...
Thursday, March 2, 2017

Another Simple Shawl Made with Lightweight Yarn and Over-Sized Needles

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Here's another shawl scarf made using a lightweight yarn and over-sized knitting needles This is a Paton's Divine yarn that I ...
Friday, February 24, 2017

Simple Yet Dramatic Shawl Scarf Is Easy to Make

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Are you like me and just love the shawls worn in the front as a scarf? They are actually really easy to make and are suitable for a beg...
Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Classic Knit Cardigan From Purl Soho

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Purl SoHo's Knit Classic Cardigan with Slight Revision I made this classic cardigan, getting the pattern from Purl SoHo. First ...
Monday, February 13, 2017

Zippered Bag Made Using Flower Foot for Sewing Machine

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When I bought the special edition Singer Sewing Machine it came with a flower foot. Also known as circle foot. It is simple to install,...
Thursday, February 9, 2017

Almost Leather Display Head Form

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A few months ago I was looking for a head form for displaying hats for photos and possibly for blocking. I have the standard white foam...
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