Knitting with a little afternoon sun in the mix.🌞 It’s a perfect day to be inside and crafting because holy moly is it cold and windy out! At least it’s sunny. We are expecting snow for Sunday and Monday though. * . +
Have a wonderful weekend! If you’re in the snow zone, please be safe and stay warm!
And if you’re looking for your own set of hand knit washcloths or dishcloths, head on over to my Etsy store – lots of options available, including bundles where you can choose your own colors!
Despite a list of goals for the start of the new year, I’ve spent most of January completing inventory count, bookkeeping and tax prep. Running a business can be tough, and this time of year is definitely the less “fun” part of the job. Unfortunately, the busy work also kept me from crafting.
As the month wraps up, I’m finally switching gears, and can begin to focus on orders and future product again. There’s a bit more knitting taking place after dinner — Pictured above are three Etsy washcloth orders, and a custom hat commission for someone who has been extremely patient with me and my knitting schedule. I’m hoping to get back on my social media schedule in the near future, and maybe even manage the occasional Twitch broadcast. 🙂 My writing group has agreed to a set-your-own-goal writing challenge for February. And I’m hoping to also do a better job of posting blog updates.
Now that we’re moving into Feb, I’ve shortened production times in my shop. If you’re interested in purchasing knitted things, please check out my Etsy store, or you can direct message me to discuss custom orders. Wishing you the best for the next month ahead!
While I’ve knit tote bags before, this was my first wearable purse. I came up with the design after searching for something simple and comfortable to wear, and in a color that was neutral but that wouldn’t easily show wear.
A hand knit crossbody bag in tan and brown with a long strap.
I had to experiment with a strap design. I initially knit a strap in the round, but it was too narrow and didn’t look right with the bag. Nothing like frogging a couple days worth of knitting.
In the end, a simple dual-strand garter stitch strap worked out perfectly.
If I were to tweak this design, it would be with the insert — I’d make it deeper to allow for the bag to stretch more, and include reinforced pockets. I wasn’t a fan of hand sewing the liner into the bag, but I was very happy with how it turned out. I love the fabric I used and wish I had more of it for a bag for myself. Unfortunately there was only enough fabric for this one bag, which is happily off to its new owner. 🙂
The sun may be out now, but I finished knitting this cheerful set of washcloths during a much-needed rainstorm this afternoon. This bundle will be heading out soon as part of a larger order.
Colorful Washcloths Set
I really love this color combination! Want a set of your own? Hop on over to the Etsy Shop – girlnovembercrafts.etsy.com.
Sunshine yellow, perfect for any bright & cheerful kitchen! 🌞 I’ve been waiting to try this color – and it’s wonderful, with lots of dark and light yellow and gold tones. I just wish Knit Picks had more solids that paired with this.
Girlnovember’s Sunshine Yellow Dish Cloth Bundle
This three cloth set is made of durable 100% cotton, and is ready to scrub, wash, & clean. These bundles make great kitchen or bath accessories, as well as perfect gifts for housewarming, nursery, stocking stuffers, and hostess thank-you’s. This set is available now in the Etsy shop — be sure to check out all of the current handmade bundles!
And if you’re looking for a set in a different color, but don’t see it in the shop, message me! I either have the color you’re looking for, or can get the yarn to make it. ❤️