October 17, 2024 Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101724.cfm In today’s first reading Paul stated his greeting to the Ephesians. He told them that God chose us and he stated the purpose of the life and death of Jesus. We are part of His family! Amen! In the gospel, Jesus continued telling the Pharisees of their hypocrisy. This time they were making it…

October 16: black cat

October 16: black cat

Today’s toy is a crocheted black cat. Design by Craftingintx. Using Bernat blanket and a 4.5 mm hook, I used the measurements of a cat I made with thinner acrylic yarn. That pattern had no front legs, but I added them. I used cotton yarn for the green eyes. Etsy listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1792263446/handmade-crocheted-plush-black-cat?click_key=4aa4c0bec6de0c9fed9bbb9ad5ba8fdbc0921032%3A1792263446&click_sum=a473ce90&ref=shop_home_active_11

October 16, 2024 Wednesday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101624.cfm In the first reading, Paul points out that we know the evils that we do, and he lists many of them. Than he said we must live by the Spirit. The fruits of the Spirit are all good things: “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” Let us follow the Spirit! In…

October 15: pumpkin bear

October 15: pumpkin bear

Today’s toy is a crocheted bear with a pumpkin body. Design by Little world of whimsy. Using Bernat blanket and a 4.5 mm hook, this was a quick make. I changed up the feet and the eyes, but the rest of the bear is made to pattern. Etsy listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1806460577/handmade-crocheted-bear-with-pumpkin?click_key=8214af4202545d3341739ec9d129ea513f09dfb4%3A1806460577&click_sum=ca7956c7&ref=shop_home_active_12

October 15, 2024 Memorial of Saint Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101524.cfm In today’s first reading, Paul is telling the men that circumcision is no longer necessary for God’s children. You must have faith through love, Jesus. In the gospel, Jesus was observed by a Pharisee to not wash properly before dining. The Pharisees were adamant about the rules/laws of the Jewish faith. Jesus said “you…

October 14, 2024 Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101424.cfm Today’s first reading is Paul explaining our origin from the “free” woman of Abraham. There were two sons, one born from a slave and one born from a “free” woman, Sarah. This is our origin. Also coming from a promise from God to Abraham. In the gospel, Jesus knows that the followers just want…

October 13: ghost

October 13: ghost

Today’s toy is a crocheted ghost. Design by Craftingintx. My notes are on my Ravelry page: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CraftingInTx/small-ghost Using Bernat blanket, Mainstays cozy chenille, and a 4.5 mm hook, this is a smaller version from yesterday’s post. Etsy listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1790212922/handmade-crocheted-ghost-plush-toy-with?click_key=d87337b4177dbeb98687e8df09465b4e4f7d29d7%3A1790212922&click_sum=1283b242&ref=shop_home_active_11

October 13, 2024 Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101324.cfm Today’s first reading is Solomon’s prayer for wisdom and guidance from the Lord. Don’t we all need wisdom and guidance from the triune God. I pray, Holy Spirit guide me! The second reading is telling us that God is always watching, the good and the bad. In the gospel, a man is full of…