June 5, 2013

Crocheting and Reading

Crocheting:

I have several crochet projects in the works, including my bobble blanket, granny square throw, and  alpaca yarn pillow. I hate to have so many WIPs at the same time. It makes me feel nothing is being accomplished. But, I did finally finish one project I've been meaning to complete.

Remember my little bobble bow? Well, I finally figured out what to do with it. I added it to my new rosebud pillow. I was originally going to stitch it directly onto the fabric, but decided it would be easier to make it into a pin. This way, if I want to remove it for any reason I can. I think it looks cute!

Reading:

I picked up a few YA books at the library book fair last month. I stacked them up against the wall and basically forgot about them, but while spring cleaning and organizing last weekend I found them again. The one I am most intrigued to read is Mob Princess by Todd Strasser.

I am a huge fan of anything mafia. I know it isn't the greatest topic to be interested in, but I find it really fascinating. I am particularly interested to see how the author incorporates the mob into a YA book. I've been toying with the idea of adding a mob enforcer/hit man to my YA book, so we'll see if one is included in this book and how he is handled.

I believe there are only three books in the series. I picked up the first and third at the book fair and am now on the hunt for #2. With less than 200 pages, I should have this book read in no time. Can't wait!

Linking to Yarn Along & Hookin on Hump Day.

Moogly
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6 comments:

  1. no spring chickenJune 5, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Great idea, putting the bow on a pin. It looks wonderful. One more reason I need to learn crochet. I've been saying that for years now. Must. Get. Serious. :)

    Blessings, Debbie

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  2. agreenhearthJune 5, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    Very lovely! And it's funny, I stumbled upon this same book in the library yesterday. I'm glad to hear it's a good book. Good luck with your own YA story. Writing is such an adventure.

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  3. oliviaJune 5, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    What a neat idea, and a great way to make a simple homemade inexpensive pillow into something completely unique. My daughter loves little things like this. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  4. karenJune 5, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    love what you did with the bow, looks like it was made to be there! My husband loves mafia stuff, especially the Godfather movies!! I hope your current read doesn't disappoint.

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  5. HannahJune 7, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    Your bobble bow is really cute!
    I'm a multi-project crafter, too. It's great to have a bit of variety depending on your mood but I can definitely relate to that feeling of seemingly slow progress.

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  6. TamaraJune 17, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    Very cute! Thanks so much for linking up on Hooking on Hump Day!

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