What's been on my hook in 2013?

Stockin' Up!

I've had an incredibly great start to the year so far, not just sale wise, but with keeping myself motivated. After all, this is only my second year doing this, and I've only gone through one fall/winter season of craft fairs, so I'm still very new to this. Last season I got ready for craft fairs literally starting the week before. I didn't really have time to otherwise, considering I had so many holiday orders going out so often. Excuses aren't enough though. I had all of spring and summer to prepare... and I didn't. How else would I learn though?

It's only the beginning of April and so far I have added plenty of things to my inventory bins. Some items include: wig hats (1), newborn diaper sets (4), hair accessories (16), headbands (4), baby bonnets (2), baby blankets (3), new textured beanies (13), as well as a new addition to the wig hat family (1)!.. but I'll wait to show pictures of that later. 

Anyway, for now, it's time to get back to work! I've got plenty more ideas filling my head and I'd hate to waste 'em! Plus, it's gonna be about 70 degrees today in Thomaston, which totally means I'll be outside for the majority of the day... with my yarn of course. :)

See ya!

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Have a wonderful day, readers! 

Busy, busy bumble bee

That's me! 

Sorry it has been a few days, my goal was to try to update this blog daily to form this into a habit... whoops. The past few days haven't been very exciting, but I guess there's something I can blog about. I finally upgraded my phone. I was totally over the whole iPhone thing, since mine was acting awfully, slow, poor image quality, short battery life, apps always crashed... I couldn't tolerate it anymore. I took a huge leap and bought an android phone instead. I ended up with the new Samsung Galaxy SIII. It is AWESOME. Everything about it... the screen is so clear it is unbelievable... I can't stop streaming Pandora on it because the sound is that awesome. The camera is amazing, everything loads lightning fast and the battery life is incredible! I am definitely a happy camper.

Also, here's something strange. March is national crochet month right? I taught myself how to knit... go figure. It's still a tad bit messy but I'm getting there. I've been trying to learn for so long. I picked up my needles and some yarn last night and some how, it seemed to have come naturally to me. It is very awkward for me to work with two needles instead of one hook, but I'm starting to get the hang of it. :)

Well, it's gonna be a beautiful day today & I don't have to work tonight. Lucky me! Off to finish some laundry, do some business planning with a friend, and clean a bit. 

Have a fantastic day, readers! 

His name was Blake.

The title of this blog post, honestly has absolutely nothing to do with what I plan to write this morning, it's more of a personal reminder.

Last night I went to AC Moore to pick up some lovely cotton yarn to make a baby blanket. With all intentions on getting a nice bright yellow to make a ducky themed blanket, I failed miserably and ended up with an ombre yarn with different shades of light earthy brown colors. I started working on it immediately, of course, and so far it is working up beautifully. 

There was a lady I encountered at the store though, and I found this to be quite humerus. My age is quite apparent; there is no doubt that I am not any older than 20 years old. There was an older lady shopping in the same isle as I, having the same dilemma. What yarn do I get and what color? She insisted I get an acrylic yarn, when I had my heart set on cotton. She gave me one hundred and three reasons why I shouldn't use cotton for a blanket... all of which didn't make much sense. Anyway, she then asked me if I was following a pattern, I told her no, naturally  because I have quite a few blanket patterns in my head. Beside, I am easily able to come up with my own unique design. She blatantly questioned my skill and then insisted I follow a pattern to 'challenge' myself, that way I have a perfect blanket to gift. 

Maybe it was the way I interpreted it, being self concious or maybe it was just the tone she was talking to me in... but she did make it known that she wasn't pleased with my yarn choices every time I picked up the cotton, LOL. Sorry lady, my blanket, not yours. 

Anyway, I have to head into work soon... I was called in last minute... that's alright though, makes up for the days I was called out last week.

Have a wonderful day, readers. :)

Button Beanies!

Preserve the precious moments with the simplicity of the Bulky Button Beanie- a classic photography prop- treasured memories to last a lifetime.  Crabapple Crochet's Bulky Button Beanie is crocheted with an incredibly soft, bulky acrylic yarn with a big wooden button securely sewn on to the side. Great photography prop and timeless classic for all new moms. 

This adorable hat is available for $18.50 + shipping. To order, please visit my Etsy shop.

Isn't he just adorable? Aw..

Have a splendid Sunday, readers!

Truly unique

Crabapple Crochet's Girly Wig Hat is truly unique with a practical use for everyone of all ages. This hilarious hat makes a great gift to new moms expecting a little girl, or for babies who are being incredibly stubborn when it comes to hair growth... For chemo patients who miss having hair... For pretend, to be your favorite character. 

Great for Halloween, great for Winter, great for Spring and Summer, great for whenever! Impress your family, thrill your friends, make the baby cuter than she already is!

The Girly Wig hat is for sale in my Etsy shop for just $22.00 + shipping. It is crocheted with 100% acrylic yarn, soft, durable and hypoallergenic. 

To order, please follow this link to Etsy: Girly Wig Hat

Enjoy your weekend!