block 'n tackle knitting

 This is my year to do more with my hands, in terms of making, that is (and less of clicking on the "order now" button).  My log cabin scrapghan is coming along nicely: plus a bowl I made at a ceramics workshop last month!

 These were fun! Recycled cards from last year, with tiny boxes, bits of ribbon and lots of glue stick...

 Simple seed stitch, two-strands of worsted acrylic yarn (for durability) held together and a vintage button = my new summer bag. I got complimented on it the first day I wore it to the local diner, yay!  I knit this in one piece and folded it over, seaming the sides and strap. The strap and button flap are knit stitch, for some contrasting texture. 

 Experimenting with crochet (vertical lines) on knitting, plus some mixed stitches, to enhance a plain raglan sweater:

 Just a simple vest, in a light alpaca.

 I wanted something loose, and I really liked this colour combo.