Finished & In The Mail

A couple of weeks ago I came across The Pink Scarf Project hosted by Vicki over at 2 Bags Full and decided I would participate.  (In case you missed it, you can read about it HERE.)

I really enjoy crocheting and knitting and to have the opportunity to make something for someone in their time of need was right up my alley.

I decided to make two scarves and am happy to say that they are finished and were sent out yesterday.

I made a frilly knit scarf with the Red Heart Sashay yarn...

and a simple two-stitch crochet scarf out of Sensations Rainbow Boucle.

This yarn took some getting used to as it's not your normal 4-ply yarn and it's the first time I've worked with it.  Once I got used to the yarn and was able to figure out and see my previous stitches it went fairly smooth.  (In other words, I didn't have to rip out any more rows, ha!)

You might be able to see what I'm talking about in this photo...

I'm pleased with the way it turned out and will definitely use this yarn again as long as it's a simple pattern.

I thoroughly enjoyed making these scarves knowing that a lovely lady currently battling with breast cancer would be given one of these scarves.

While making each scarf, prayers were sent up for the recipient.

If you can knit, crochet, sew or even shop (purchased scarves are welcomed too as long as they're primarily pink) won't you consider participating?  You can check out the details HERE or click on The Pink Scarf Project button on my sidebar.  I know that your participation will be greatly appreciated.

Till next time,

The Pink Scarf Project

Today I am starting a new project that I am really excited about!

Yes, it does involve yarn but it's the reason behind this new project that has me so excited.

See, I am going to be participating in The Pink Scarf Project hosted by Vicki at 2 Bags Full.

To quote Vicki, The Pink Scarf Project has only one goal - "To bring a smile to the face of a woman who is fighting her own battle with breast cancer."

I, personally, have lost several friends to the horrible disease of cancer.  To be able to honor and remember them by participating in this project and to, in turn, put a smile on someone's face who is currently battling this disease in the form of breast cancer gives me great pleasure.

I will be making a couple of scarves; a frilly, knitted ruffle scarf and the other a simple two-stitch crochet scarf out of some shimmery rainbow boucle yarn.

As I am working on each scarf I will be praying for the recipient of that scarf.

This is a year long project that started last October and will be coming to a close this October.

If you would like to participate, please check out the details by clicking HERE.  You don't necessarily have to knit, crochet or sew.  You can participate by purchasing a scarf as long as it's primarily pink.

This would also be a great project for a ladies club, craft group, or church project.

I would love to see many of my friends, family, church family, followers, etc. get involved in this simple yet effective and meaningful project.  If you decide to participate I would love to know!

This afternoon I will proudly be adding The Pink Scarf Project badge to my sidebar.  Meanwhile, I want to get started on the first scarf, yay!

Till next time,