https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071924.cfm In today’s first reading, Hezekiah is dying and he asks the Lord for mercy and God gives him 15 more years. Isaiah said the sign of God would be that the sun retreat, showing a smaller shadow. What a gift to be given more time! In the gospel, the disciples are taking wheat from…
Today’s toy is a crocheted horse. I thought I would make a zebra with the monkey lovey pattern. The hexagon body is so good! I used a marl yarn, Bernat blanket, and my family agreed that a zebra needs stripes, so this is a horse. Using Bernat blanket and a 4.5 mm hook, this toy…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071824.cfm Today’s first reading is Isaiah praying to the Lord to deliver His people and make judgment on his enemies. “When your judgment dawns upon the earth, the world’s inhabitants learn justice” In the gospel, Jesus said to “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me”. For His yoke is easy, His burden light….
Today’s toy is a crocheted lamb. I was working on a vintage pattern and the toy was coming out too big, so I ripped out the body, but kept the head. I then used the monkey lovey pattern by Crochet at Teri’s to make a body. The hexagon construction is so fun to make. Using…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071724.cfm In today’s first reading, there is a contrast between the godless of the Assyrians and the ones who know God, but do not obey. God said that he is in control and the people must obey. It is a daily struggle, but God is merciful! Amen! In the gospel, Jesus praised His Father and…
Today’s craft is felted appliqué for fun ornaments. Design by littlethingstoshare on Etsy. Using felt, embroidery floss 2 strand, stuffing, Pom poms, beads, and a sewing needle, these were fun and quick to make. Very colorful.
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071624.cfm In the first reading God tells Isaiah to tell Ahaz that he is doing wrong and it will not stand. “But within sixty years and five,Ephraim shall be crushed, no longer a nation.Unless your faith is firmyou shall not be firm!” In the gospel, Jesus told the people that the people who do not…
Today’s toy is a crocheted snowman. Design by wondercrochet. Using acrylic yarn from Amazon, Red Heart super saver, Mainstays anti-pilling acrylic, and a 3 mm hook, I couldn’t resist this cute snowman. I used safety eyes for eyes and buttons, so it is not a toy for children. I will sell it at the church…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071524.cfm Today’s first reading is about the hypocrisy of religion. Stop the false worship and sacrifice! In the gospel, Jesus concluded his discourse of how the disciples should go about their new orders to preach the gospel and live for Jesus. “whoever does not take up his crossand follow after me is not worthy of…
Today’s toy is a crocheted duck. Design by Nina Leon. Using Hobby Lobby’s soft secret, acrylic yarn from Amazon, and a 2.5 mm hook, this was a quick make. I would love to see it in a blanket yarn.
