It hasn't been as big a year for crafting as some years, but if you look back at what I've been doing you will find some chunks of time have been spent doing a little of this and that.
My main crafts for 2014 have been Card Making, Cross Stitch, Crochet and Sewing.
African Sunset is now at about 85% complete. There is just one more elephant, a little more background and some back stitch to do.
I'm really ready to be finished this. It has taken a lot longer than I anticipated, but the end is in sight.
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My final card for the year was a birthday card for one of my sisters.
It is a Lucy Cromwell découpage design. This photo doesn't quite give you an idea of the depth, but it made closing the envelope difficult.
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Progress has also been made on my Crochet Rug. In fact, I think it will have to be called a blanket instead of a rug because it has gotten so big. Sorry I haven't got any photos.
I'm on my last ball of blue wool and then I will be edging it in maroon wool.
It's very large and very warm (surprising for something with so many holes in it).
I won't be working on it until the weather cools down again - probably in April or May. It's just too hot to work on during late spring, summer and early autumn.
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So there you have it. 2014 is done.
There are plans for cards in 2015; hopefully both African Sunset and my Crochet Blanket will be completed and I will be able to move onto new projects. There is sure to be some sewing in there too, as another Kid's Camp is fast approaching and I am in need of a costume or two.
See you next year.
And Happy Crafting!
