October 7: bunny

October 7: bunny

Today’s toy is a crocheted bunny in overalls. Design by @HOSINSOA.HANDMADE. Using Bernat blanket, Mainstays cozy chenille, and a 5 mm hook, this bunny was fun to make. So much so, this is my third one. This time, I changed colors instead of making pants. I also added a Pom Pom for a tail. Etsy…

October 7, 2024 Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100724.cfm In today’s first reading, Paul warns about those who preach from other texts besides the Bible. He said he only preaches the word from God and Jesus’ testimony. In the gospel, one asks Jesus how can he be saved. Jesus asks him what are the commandments. Then after the man understands that, he still…

October 6: pumpkin gnome

October 6: pumpkin gnome

Today’s toy is a crocheted pumpkin gnome. Design by Craftingintx. Using Honey Bunny candy, Bernat blanket, Boheme velvet double, 3.5 mm, and 4.5 mm hooks. This was a fun design. I had seen a pattern online and thought I could make it. Love the Hobbii yarns! Etsy listing: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1786315630/handmade-crocheted-pumpkin-gnome-with?click_key=3db825e07f5d8335666c62723154b83764015f89%3A1786315630&click_sum=81f266c0&ref=shop_home_active_16

October 6, 2024 Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100624.cfm In today’s first reading, the part of creation story is read of giving woman to man. By taking a rib from Adam to create Eve. The second reading, Paul explains that Jesus had to suffer to save His children so that all would be made perfect for the glory of God. In the gospel,…

October 5: chunky fall pumpkin

October 5: chunky fall pumpkin

Today’s item is a trio of crocheted pumpkins. Design by Heather J Anderson. Using Bernat blanket, Lion Brand Heartland, Yarn Bee cozy occasion, and a 6 mm hook, this is a great pumpkin pattern. The larger hook makes a squishy fabric and the stuffing doesn’t show through. Listed in Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1786297640/handmade-crocheted-pumpkins-three-total?click_key=97a022124a35cfb9ec54e1802cce19138a0c1bc3%3A1786297640&click_sum=fda5d99a&ref=shop_home_active_20

October 5, 2024 Saturday of the Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100524.cfm In the first reading, Job recognizes that he was complaining to his creator. He shows his humility to God. God has given him everything. After he recognizes this and shares it with God, God blesses him with animals, children, 140 years of life! In the gospel, the 72 return and are excited by driving…

October 4: pumpkin

October 4: pumpkin

Today’s item is a crocheted pumpkin. Design by The Turtle Trunk. Using Bernat blanket, Lion Brand Heartland, and a 5 mm hook, this was a unique stitch that I started using for my hats. listing on Etsy:https://www.etsy.com/listing/1800847141/handmade-crocheted-multi-colored-pumpkin?click_key=078d12d52b3cc55760777ee6147ee18827b1162f%3A1800847141&click_sum=b79259d0&ref=shop_home_active_15

October 4, 2024 Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100424.cfm In today’s first reading, God is responding to Job’s complaints. We are so small a part of the big picture. Job said at the end that he will no longer speak up. In the gospel, Jesus is hard on the people of a few towns due to their not listening and following the commandments….

October 3: chicken

October 3: chicken

Today’s toy is a crocheted chicken. Design by Sweet Softies. Using Bernat Blanket, Lion Brand Heartland, and a 6 mm hook, this pattern is for a granny square without holes so the stuffing won’t show through. I added the legs. Cute with the dangling legs! In my Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/listing/1800852197/handmade-crocheted-chicken-plush-toy?click_key=9ba78b022013eebd3598e421a6bc75827a439dc4%3A1800852197&click_sum=6d1a6238&ref=shop_home_active_10

October 3, 2024 Thursday of the Twenty-sixth Week in Ordinary Time

https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading In today’s first reading, Job long’s to see God’s face. My commentary said that Job states His avenger lives, which could also be said as “I know my REDEEMER lives!” Amen! I started singing the song… In the gospel, Jesus sends out 72 more disciples with instructions. Take nothing, rely on the people of…