Knit Bamboo Stitch Scarf

Back in July, I finished this scarf that I knitted in the bamboo stitch to pair with this bamboo stitch hat.

This came to be because after I finished the hat, I wanted to use as much of the leftover yarn adding as little as possible to my stash, and trying out the bamboo stitch knit flat (in the video tutorial by Jacq Knits, Jackie mentions knitting the bamboo stitch flat).  I cast on the scarf using a 2x2 rib for approximately 1 1/2" and cast off the same way.  The nice thing about knitting a scarf was that there was no limit on the length so I knitted to a point where I thought it would be enough yarn to finish with the 2x2 rib edging.  The stitch knit flat was very easy going and I was successful in having very little yarn leftover.  The finished size is about 4" x 60".  Here's a look at both the hat and scarf.

Tools and supplies:

Yarn:  Lion Brand Wool Ease worsted weight (80% easy-care acrylic and 20% lamb's wool)

Yarn color #:  151 Grey Heather

Circular Needle:  Loops & Threads 16" (40cm) aluminum - US 8 (5mm)

Happy knitting!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - June

It's been a few months and I'm finally getting a chance to share the June box of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club!  This is the final box for the 2025 monthly club.  The June project is called Flamingo Floatie, a perfect theme for the summer season!  

The size of the cross stitch pattern is 45w x 56h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 151, 310, 562, 598, 893, and B5200.  Below is a closer view of the needle minder! 

 

An added bonus to this box is a quilt pattern named Starlight Stitches, sized 52" x 68".  This is another finishing idea for anyone that would like to put all 12 designs together in one project! 

Although the 2025 needle minder club has ended, another has started for 2026!  Check Shabby Fabrics or Fat Quarter Shop for information to join as well as perusing through their current stock of some remaining 2025 monthly kits available for individual purchase.

Happy stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - May

I received the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club kit for May!  It's this pretty floral design named Keepsake Bouquet! 

The size of the cross stitch pattern is 45w x 56h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 209, 320, 602, and 605.  Here's a closer look at the needle minder! 

Happy stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - April

The Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club kit for April was delivered!  Spring has sprung and this design, called Polkadot Peep, is perfect for the season!  A chick sitting in an egg, so cute!

The size of the cross stitch pattern is 61w x 41h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 210, 317, 744, 3761, 3825, and B5200.  Here's a closer look at the little chick! 

Happy Spring stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - March

The March Needle Minder of the Month Club shipment has arrived.  It's a quilt design called Stitched Starburst to celebrate National Quilting Month. The color palette is very pretty and perfect for Spring.

The size of the cross stitch pattern is 43w x 43h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 335, 703, 904, 3326, and 3821.  Below is a closer view of the needle minder! 

Happy stitching!

Flaming Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - February

The Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club kit for February has arrived.  It's called Tweet Hearts, a cute image of two birds atop a teacup.

The size of the cross stitch pattern is 55w x 55h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 347, 413, 760, and 3713.  Below is a few more pics of the goodies! 

Also, as I perused some sites today, I discovered a few kits from previous months that can be purchased.  Check Shabby Fabrics or Fat Quarter Shop to see what is available.

Happy stitching!

Knitted hat in Bamboo stitch

My first finished knit project of the year is this hat using the bamboo stitch.  I had never heard of this stitch and when I came across this video by Jacq Knits, I had to give it a try.

It is an easy pattern to follow and memorize and of course the video tutorial with additional tips is a bonus!  I cast on the hat in the largest size, in mid-December, and knit on it intermittently, finishing it a few weeks ago.  Tools and supplies:

Yarn:  Lion Brand Wool Ease worsted weight (80% easy-care acrylic and 20% lamb's wool)

Yarn color #:  151 Grey Heather

Circular Needle:  Loops & Threads 16" (40cm) aluminum - US 8 (5mm)

Double pointed needles:  Clover (Takumi) 7" (18cm) bamboo - US 8 (5mm) 

 

Happy knitting!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - January

The Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for January has arrived.  It's a cute penguin named Frosty Penguin, perfect for the winter season.  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 55w x 55h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 310, 720, 931, 3811 and B5200.  Below is a look at the goodies! 

Happy stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - December

This is the reveal of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for December.  A cute design called Reindeer Wishes showcasing a few holiday elements!  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 63w x 38h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 310, 436, 666, 911 and B5200.  Below is a look at the goodies! 

Happy Stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - November

This is the reveal of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for November.  The design called Blue Willow Pumpkin is inspired by vintage China patterns!  A touch of autumn with a pumpkin and blue leaves is a unique combination!  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 63w x 38h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are Ecru, 434, 816, 930, 3727 and 3755.  Below is a look at the goodies! 

Happy Stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - October

This is the reveal of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for October.  Halloween is the theme/inspiration for this design called Groovy Ghost!  A cute little ghost decorated in flowers and a head bow!  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 63w x 38h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 151, 310, 741, 744 and B5200.  Below is a look at the goodies! 

Happy stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - September

This is the reveal of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for September.  The theme is Apple Picking.  An apple needle minder with a quilt block and flower designed into the shape, how fun!  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 63w x 38h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are Ecru, 666, 910 and 3821.  Below is a look at the goodies! 

Colorful Yarn puzzle

Last month I assembled my first large puzzle with 500 pieces!  So pretty!

Puzzle Name: Colorful Yarn

Puzzle Brand:  Springbok

Happy crafting!

Flaming Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - August

This is the reveal of the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club for August.  The theme is Booked for a Nap.  The inspiration for the theme was International Cat Day (August 8) and National Book Lovers Day (August 9).  I like the color combination of this design.  The size of the cross stitch pattern is 63w x 38h.  The embroidery design is to be stitched on a 10" square of fabric in a 6" embroidery hoop.  The DMC floss colors are 04, 163, 168, 3326, 3813 and B5200.  Below is a look at the goodies!  Stop by Flamingo Toes to see the designs stitched and embroidered!

 Happy stitching!

Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club - July

I'm participating in the Flamingo Toes Needle Minder of the Month Club!  Each month for a year, a box of goodies (all a mystery) to include a custom-made needle minder, a coordinated cross stitch and embroidery pattern, and embroidery floss will be sent to club participants.  July was the first month and the theme was Summer Sailboat.  Pictured below is the needle minder, pattern and floss that came in this box.  The size of the cross stitch design is 63w x 43h.  The floss colors are DMC 02, 321, 931, 3811, and B5200 (the chart shows Blanc but it was substituted).  

Visit Bev of Flamingo Toes to see the design stitched and embroidered as well as her finishing instructions! 

Happy stitching!

Celebrate card

I was inspired by the June 30 Simon Says Stamp Monday challenge and decided to join in and make a red, white and blue card.  I looked through my craft supplies and pulled out products and tools to get creative.  

I used three coordinated colors of scrapbook paper by My Mind's Eye.  I used the bold pattern for the background panel and layered it onto white card stock.  I cut the red and lighter blue papers along with a piece of white card stock using the Papertrey Ink rick rack die.  I used a scalloped circle punch to cut the red paper to layer with the candles.  I used white card stock and die cut the candles using the Sizzix candles #2 die.  I colored the candles with colored pencils and added a bit of shimmer with Recollections glitter glue.  The sentiment is an image from a $1 dollar stamp set from Michaels - remember those mini stamp sets, lol!  I used Memento Lady Bug ink to stamp the word, and I was surprised that the ink wasn't dry - I'm sure I've had it for over 10 years!  I cut a piece of enchanted evening card stock, by Papertrey Ink, for the card base and adhered all elements together to finish a 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" card.

Happy crafting!

T-Rex Dinosaur puzzle

I recently purchased a few puzzles from Dollar Tree.  One was this 100-piece titled T-Rex Dinosaur, and it caught my attention because of the colors!

I was planning to assemble it over a couple of nights, but I was enjoying the process and with the small size (8 3/4" x 11 1/4"), finished it the same evening.  I covered the top with Elmer's glue (saw this tip in a video) and placed under some heavy items to ensure it dried flat.  Once dried, I adhered it (used Aleene's original tacky glue) to a piece of black chipboard I cut approximately 1/4" bigger than the puzzle.  The puzzle has rounded corners, so I used the corner chomper tool to round the chipboard edges to match.  A simple way to finish and display on an easel.

 

Ice Cream puzzle

While looking through my crafty area, I found a puzzle that I had assembled and framed many years ago.  I had never known about saving a puzzle and having it on display until I saw one in an office at work.  I was happy to see this because I was always disappointed as a kid when disassembling a puzzle.  So, some years after I saw the framed puzzle, I purchased this ice cream puzzle from the Dollar Tree and was excited knowing I could save and frame it.  I don't remember the title of the puzzle and the brand could be Puzzlebug, but I didn't have any issues with the quality of it.  The puzzle size is approximately 8 3/4 x 11 1/4".  After I assembled the puzzle, I coated the top of it with puzzle glue.  Then I searched for framing options and bought a Timeless Frames 9x12 open back frame from A.C. Moore, a photo mat and foam core board.  After several adjustments to get the pieces to fit, I layered all the components together to create a fun little framed puzzle.  I like the natural wooden frame and think it looks fine unpainted.  

Berroco Mystery Blanket Knit Along - January blocks

My first two blocks for the Berroco mystery blanket knit along are finished.  It took some time to get them done (didn't get to knit each day) but it's not a race.  Working at my own pace is fine.  Also, they haven't been blocked, and my plan is to do that after all blocks are knit.  More details below.

Block 1

Yarn color:  Mochi

Needles used:  4.5 mm (US 7) [aluminum]

Unblocked size (approx.) 10 1/2 x12

CO 1/18/2025, BO 2/9/2025

Block 2

Yarn color:  Rye

Needles used: 4.5 mm (US 7) [aluminum]

Unblocked size (approx.) 10 x 11 

CO 2/10/2025, BO 3/18/2025

 

Next cast on is the February block.

Happy knitting. 

Berroco Mystery Blanket Knit Along

Today is the day that I will cast on for the Berroco Mystery Blanket Knit along!  This is a year-long project with one or two patterns being released per month for a total of 20 squares.

There were several bundles of five colors of Berroco Vintage yarn suggested and I chose the Neutral Comfort colorway. 

This made it an easy decision to join this KAL because I didn't have to worry about choosing my own colors (although you can) and I would have all the yarn needed to complete the project! 

For this month, there are two designs to knit up.  Now off to cast on!

Happy knitting!