https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071424.cfm In today’s first reading, Amos is called to prophesy, even with opposition from the king. We are all ordinary people, but God/Jesus wants us to evangelize. But we are not alone. Through baptism, we have the Holy Spirit to guide us. In the second reading, Paul said we exist to praise His glory! We…
Today’s toy is a crocheted gnome. This time it is the snowflake gnome. Design by Kristi Simpson. Using Hobbii’s rainbow cotton 8/4, Garden 5, Scheepjes Catona, and a 2 mm hook, this was one of the simple ones to make. I have embroidered snowflakes before so it wasn’t difficult, but tricky the first time you…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071324.cfm Today’s first reading is about the call of Isaiah. He dreams of heaven and coming face to face with God. “Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, Whom shall I send? Who will go for us? Here I am,” I said; “send me!” In the gospel, Jesus still tells the disciples how…
Today’s toy is a crocheted gnome. Design by Kristi Simpson. Using Scheepjes catona cotton, Yarn Art Jeans, and a 2 mm hook, this was fun to make. It turned out small. I would like to make larger ones. Not a fan of the band around the hat. Also, the beard was not a joy to…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071224.cfm Today’s first reading is the conclusion of Hosea and it brings hope. Hope that the people will return to offering sacrifice to the one true God. God never gives up on us sinners. In the gospel, Jesus warns us of persecution. He said that when you have to defend your faith, the Holy Spirit…
Today’s toy is a crocheted bear. Design by Terry Kimbrough, in the book holiday bears. I used the pattern for the bee bear, but just used one variegated color for the tummy. Using King Cole Christmas chunky, Lion Brand Heartland, and 4 mm hook, this bear was fun to make. The pattern is quite old,…
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071124.cfm In the first reading God is still disheartened by the people not following his commandments. But He said through Hosea “I will not let the flames consume you.” In the gospel, Jesus gives instructions for preaching the gospel. Do not ask for money, stay with the people and do the works. If the people…
Today’s toy is a pot of crocheted succulents. Design by Lauren Espy. Using many different greens I had on hand and a 3 mm hook, this was a tedious one. I liked making the prickly parts of the large cactus. I thought about adding a flower as well. Not my favorite.
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071024.cfm Today’s first reading is still telling the people to stop worshiping idols. Hosea says “it is time to seek the LORD,till he come and rain down justice upon you” In the gospel, Jesus names the twelve apostles and gives them power to heal and drive out demons. Then He said ”As you go, make…
Today’s toy is a crocheted jellyfish. Design by Lauren Espy. Using Lion Brand ice cream yarn, red heart super saver, and a 3 mm hook, this was fun to make, surprisingly. You get to hide all of the ends inside the toy. There are different kinds of strips hanging down. Self striping yarn helps make…
