Sweaters and Hippos

I love all the seasons, but I must admit the Fall has to be my favorite. I try not to rush time away however I LOVE it when it is time for sweaters,  fresh apples, sweet potatoes{’cause where I come from we don’t do pumpkin spice 😉 }, cooler weather and of course the NC State Fair. Yesterday I entered my list of items to show, and realized how far I have come since that first entry. As a crocheter I have expanded into more fashion wear than I ever imagined that I would. I am so thankful for that one friend, they know who they are, that kept telling me I should send in my stuff to the fair. It has been a wonderful experience so far! Just the thought of how many people see my work really exciting. This afternoon I finally finished the Child’s Crew Neck Cardigan. http://www.yarnspirations.com/patterns/childs-crochet-crew-neck-cardigan.html It is the first time I have made a sweater that was made in panels to sew. I am the first to tell you I don”t care for sewing too much, but this turned out really pretty! It is the first of two, so on to the next one!!! I must show you the Pip the Hippo that I made from One and Two Company‘s pattern. I can’t say enough about how wonderful they are. Well  I must be off to finish up my husband’s (late) birthday present. I can’t wait to show you all that as well. Until we talk again, Don’t worry be crafty! ~ Jama

Caron's Robin's Egg and Time Square work up in this lovely pattern.
Caron’s Robin’s Egg and Time Square work up in this lovely pattern.

The back of the the sweater

I just love the way this sweater worked up!
I just love the way this sweater worked up!

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Oh the texture of these stitches!
Oh the texture of these stitches!
What a great pattern by One and Two Company. They are my all-time favorite animal and lovey patterns ever!!!
What a great pattern by One and Two Company. They are my all-time favorite animal and lovey patterns ever!!!

Pip the Hippo

How could you not love that face??
How could you not love that face??