I need to be careful … typically I finish up my knit and crochet items by weaving in the ends as soon as I’m done … today I finished another blanket and started a new one … that makes 3 waiting for those ends to be woven in. I need to finish them all up this week!
I cast on a ripple … took it out, thought about another Linen Stitch but in the end, cast on this one. Simple but I like the texture so far.

Still resting … just some crochet and a little tax prep today.
That is a pretty color variation, and shows off the texture so well. We all have bad habits I guess. I procrastinate the most with putting away things in my sewing room when I finish with them – creating too much clutter.
That’s a pretty Mandala colorway.
Hi Mary,
Would you give a recommendation? There’s a group of ladies aged 70+-91, near my Mom, who have mentioned wanting remember, or to learn, how to crochet. Several of their hands are painful with arthritis. I want to encourage them.
Which brand and size of hook would you recommend for their ease? And a friendly yarn to use?
Thanks,
Laura Haynes