Hello 2019

TRENDS FOR THE NEW YEAR

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Happy New Year to All! It is time for new beginnings, resolutions and to face the winter ahead.  What better time to consider some new DIY’s, learn some new skills and get to those unfinished projects.  

2019 Marks the first year that all children born in the new millennia are officially adults. And these new adults have gotten back into traditional crafting.  Many more are knitting and crocheting. Knitting and crochet are especially popular now with millennials because of their interest and appreciation of DIY and making.    ‘Making’ is an important part of their lives.

Older boomers, who are either retiring or close to it, have more time to pick up these crafts again, and are especially motivated to sew, knit, or crochet for grandchildren. Studies reveal that crafting not only makes you feel good, it has mental and physical health benefits too.

Trends in fashion, home décor and lifestyle effect what we will make this year.  Let’s discover how the trends will effect us in 2019!

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Just for Baby

A Classic Sweater Set

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Now that Christmas 2018 has come and gone, I reflected on all the homemade gifts I made and picked my favorite for this blog.  I recently had a new granddaughter and decided to crochet her a sweater for spring.  Once done, I had a lot of  gorgeous yarn left over and wouldn’t you know it – upped popped these wonderful patterns for boots and a hat.  This lovely set was the most-loved gift on Christmas morning.

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