.a new adventure

first, i am

sorry, sorry, sorry

for neglecting this blog and you lovely blog readers

for such a long time.

this is my first time writing in 2011.

crazy!

i'm hoping to write more and share more.

i've still been crocheting, though not as much.

there's something about the holiday rush that makes me want to

s-l-o-w down for a few months after.

i've been making more amigurumi because they're quick.

my goal this year is three afghans as christmas gifts,

and i'm working on a baby afghan.

so, not many projects are being finished quite yet, other than the amigurumis.

i've been enjoying making them again,even though the tiny hooks and tight stitches make my fingers ache.

and that new adventure thing i mentioned? it's an etsy shop.puffed peonies art prints and amigurumis, to be exact.
the little lion above is the only amigurumi on the shelves right now, but the shop is full of fun, bright art prints.
i also have a facebook fan page, which you can join for exclusive coupon codes and more.

i hope to see you there!

and i'll leave you with a preview of the shop.

.a year in review

it's cliche, i know, but this year has passed
incredibly quickly.

hard to believe that this is the last day of 2010.

this has been the year my daughter turned one, my mom found the mad she's been looking for her whole like.
the year i lost my love for amigurumi and found a new love for granny chic.
the year my son turned four, graduated head start and started pre-k.
the year i discovered a love for podcasts, blogging and ravelry.
the year i ended a six year relationship.
my second year of college, my second year of crocheting.
the year i turned twenty and the year i became vegan.

this year has been an incredible year.
i feel so lucky to be in the position that i'm in: able to attend school online and spend these early years of my childrens' lives at home with them. there is nothing better.

and since this is a crochet blog, i'm going to share some of my favorite projects of
2010.


















not the full collection of what i've made, but certainly
some of my favorite projects and best photos.

i've had a wonderful time meeting new people and making friends
on this blog, on ravelry and on twitter.
i hope to continue with this good fortune in 2011.

happy new year to everyone.
i wish you all a safe and healthy 365 days to come.

-brittany