Charade socks & some drawstring bags

I don't know how I did it (since I'm the slowest sock knitter ever), but I started and finished a pair of socks in January. I immediately cast on for a second pair, and even though it is proving to be a slower knit (or maybe I've had more distractions), I am in LOVE with the yarn/pattern combo.

This is some Sparky the Sock in Rah Rah, by Spun Right Round. The sock pattern is Sandra Park's Charade. And as you can see, I have a new project bag!

I made a few new ones, again from Jeni's Drawstring Bag pattern. I sent two of these to some favorite friends, and kept one for myself.

Wordless Wednesday

Jeni's Drawstring Bag pattern is available here

I come bearing gifts (or one gift, anyway)

It's true that absence can indicate productivity, at least in blogging. I haven't been here, but I have been busy trying to make ALL THE THINGS.

Today, I'll dip my toes back into the water with two projects and one little giveaway.

This stack of fabric is slowly morphing into a Meow quilt. When Aneela started sharing this pattern on instagram, I just had to make one.

Here are the first four blocks. I've actually made four more since this picture was taken, so I'm halfway there. The blocks come together quickly, and they are large, so only sixteen are needed for a top.

I also recently finished two drawstring bags, using Jeni's pattern. I made a pile of them when I participated in a local craft show last fall.
The pattern is fun and easy, and makes a great gift. There are eight sizes included in the pattern, and you can make custom sizes with a little math!

Jeni recently published paper copies of her patterns, and she offered a copy of the Lined Drawstring Bag pattern to one of you! So, just leave ONE comment (and PLEASE leave a way to contact you if you are a No-Reply Commenter), and I will choose a winner Friday morning (CST).

If you like, tell me: What's your favorite smell of summer?

I'll be back soon to share pictures from the retreat I just took!

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Ruby Star Wrapping & an FO

Melody was so kind to give me a copy of Ruby Star Wrapping at quilt market. You may have heard about it, especially since Sukie is starting a wrap-along.

I highly recommend the book, and I made myself a little apron, using some of the treasured viewfinders. Melody shared a bit of her new crocheted trim in the perfect shade! I intend to make at least one more of these aprons, and several other projects from the book. I see an elephant softie that is calling out to be sewn!

As you're reading this, I'm wearing my little apron at a craft show, hoping to sell a few gifties!

I made a pile of drawstring bags using Jeni's pattern. And I've been collecting a few other handmade finishes to take along.

Hope your Saturday is fun! I intend to have fun with mine!