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Boys won’t feel neglected when they can have their own hat. Little girls will love their little red hood.
Video 1
Hello Everyone, as some of you may know last weekend I attended the CHA mega show in Anaheim. This is an industry show which is not open to the public. CHA stands for Crafts and Hobby Association. So many people were there showing their products. Lots of great crafting products. Ranging from scrapbooking, sewing, leather, wood, yarns, etc. So much to take in.
One of the great perks is being able to see what is coming this year. Also the swag bags were great. I received polymer clay and some tools to use for clay work. I decided to try out those things. This is the first time making something other than buttons. I keep seeing these cute stitch markers and decided to try to make some myself. Here are some photos. Not bad for my first try but I will definitely be getting more practice. This was really fun, plus I can make unique items. Here are some photos. I’m thinking of doing a video tutorial once I get a little better. What items would you like to see?
Adding a Crochet Rose to any item is a beautiful way to embellish your hats, scarfs, blankets, etc. This crochet rose is easy to make. It has become one of my favorites crochet rose and I really like how easy and fast it is to make. You can use any size hook (appropriate for yarn weight) and any type of yarn. To make this large rose 4″ (10cm) I am using a size J/10 6.00mm and medium weight yarn. You can adjust the size by changing up the size of your hook. The larger the hook, the larger the rose. The smaller the hook the smaller the rose.
I explain how to calculate the number of starting chains for your project size. I hope you enjoy it. Here is the link:
This will be my first time attending and I am really looking forward to it. The event takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center which is across the street from Disneyland (or pretty darn close). I can’t wait to see what products will be presented at this event. I am looking forward to meeting other Creative Folks like Mary Kathryn of CrochetChiq and once again visiting with my friend Zee. I am especially grateful this show is taking place so close to my home and that the weather is expected to be great.
If you will be attending CHA this weekend I would love to meet you. I will be roaming the floor trying to visit as many booths as possible. If you are not a member of CHA I would still love to meet on Sunday. Sunday will be my last day there but after 4pm I will be free to meet. Stop by and say hello. If several people are interested perhaps we can meet up for a meet and greet at a nearby restaurant or park. (I’m not very familiar with the area but there are lots of restaurants within walking distance of the Convention Center.)
Anaheim, California here I come!