Dual Duty

I finally got around to photographing these hanger covers.

They are a fairly simple and quick little project and great to keep straps up on the hanger.

I have a few of them hard at work in my closet.

But then one day in the store I saw these nifty metal scarf hangers.

I took a closer look thinking I could really use one or two...

But upon inspection I was disappointed to find rough edges that could easily snag delicate fabric.

Of course I thought I should be able to come up with a better and cheaper version.

And here it is.

Free.

Adjustable.

No snags.

And it can come in any color in your stash.

Unless of course you are willing to spring for a skein of yarn!

Remember May Day?

When I was a little girl,

I remember taking little paper nut cups

and adding a little handle made from paper strips

or ribbon or pipe cleaner

then filling it with fresh violets I picked.

I loved to pick flowers.

It was even better when I had permission and did not get into trouble for it!

The best part though was taking our little baskets of flowers on May 1st;

setting one on a porch,

and ringing the door bell

before running to hide.

Great childhood memories.

Made possible by my mother.

I would love to bring my mother a May basket of violets this year

but living so far apart makes that impossible.

So when I saw this pattern for a crocheted violet nosegay I simply could not resist.

And quickly made one up with a pin back added,

so mom can wear it for May Day.

May day baskets.

Nosegays.

Maybe I am giving away my age here

but they are still great memories.

Butterflies

These little butterflies were so simple to make, though I did adjust one stitch.

I guess I just can't help myself when I see an easier way!

Just little bits of crochet thread is what I used while the pattern used embroidery floss.

I have plenty of that too but the thread was easier to get to and I knew I had this glittery lavender.

It is a perfect match for the pants I just got for mom 

so I will add them to the box that I send for her.