Today’s entrance gospel was the story of Jesus returning to Jerusalem and people with palm branches waving them as He went by on a donkey. They were shouting Hosanna! Then we hear the readings that first prophecy Jesus’ passion and then Paul recalls Jesus’ passion and then the gospel is the very long account of…
Today’s toy is a crocheted duck. I like making the good luck duck from sweet softies. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/good-luck-duck Actually I like making birds. I am terrified of birds in real life but I enjoy watching them and seeing all the different shapes. The yarn is Red Heart super saver in goldenrod and orange cotton from stash….
Today’s first reading is from Ezekiel and the Lord speaks about what he wants from his people to not be divided into Judah and Israel. He wants them to follow his commandments and stop worshipping idols. He wants to be their shepherd. In the gospel, the Jews plot to kill Jesus. Caiaphas, a high priest…
Today’s toy is a crocheted dolphin. Using Hobby Lobby’s soft secret in Mist and Lion Brand baby soft in white and a 2.25 mm hook, this toy was fun to make. Usually I crochet toys in the round, but this toy is crocheted in two pieces. Great shape for a dolphin. I will make this…
Today’s first reading is from Jeremiah. He was being persecuted. I think it is foretelling what Jesus must endure. In the gospel, Jesus is still trying to tell the Jews He is the son of God. He has to sneak out again or they will arrest Him. He goes across the Jordan river and many…
Today’s toy is a crocheted bunny. He was crocheted while I took pictures for the design. I have published the design for Ravelry http://www.ravelry.com/purchase/kelly-nalley-designs/915886 and Love Crafts. The price is $1. Holding two strands of worsted weight yarn and a 4 mm hook, the bunny sits on its own even without stuffing. I wanted to…
Today’s first reading is God telling Abraham of the new covenant He has with him. That his descendants will be as many as the stars in the sky. Why would you think this is important during Lent? Jesus talks about it in the gospel today. He first says whoever keeps my word will never see…
Today’s toy is a crocheted seal. The design is from Leisure Arts easy crochet critters. I like the shape of this toy, very easy to make, just on the small side. Using Big Twist value in blue ombré and a 3 mm hook, I used Big Twist value in black for the eyes and nose….
Today’s first reading is the story from Daniel of the three in the fiery furnace. Meshach, Shadrach, and Abednego would not worship a statue and had faith in God that they would be saved. They were saved from the fire. In the gospel, Jesus said he is the truth and the truth shall set you…
Today’s toy is a knitted owl. Using Hobby Lobby’s I love this cotton in pewter, dove, and royalty, and a size 2 needle. I am not happy with the blue eyes, but my sister loved it, so I guess some child will love it. Enjoyed the color work on the front. It would also be…
