Chevron Blanket and Embroidery Hoop

This chevron, ripple blanket was a joy to make.  It makes think of spring, flowers, hearts, and all things colorful and pretty. 

I went to Michael's to get their Loops & Threads' Snuggly Wuggly yarn. This yarn is a soft, sports weight yarn.  

Five colors were used to complete the blanket to coordinate a customized embroidery hoop with the little girl's name. 

• light blue (7 rows)
• light grey (5 rows) 
• green       (10 rows)
• light pink   (12 rows)
• hot pink     (15 rows)

Repeat the first three colors to give it a mirror image.  

The blanket measures 34in long (86.36cm) x 26in wide (66cm).

The embroidery hoop measures 10in (25.4 cm). 

This beauty is now ready to hit the post office. 

Cozy, cheerful, happy, soft, and lovable set. 

Handmade Valentine's Day Ideas: Crafts and Food for everyone

We got into the Valentine's Day spirit with a hearts banner. Did you see it?

6 days until Valentine's Day!

Have you bought a card?

Have you gotten a present ready for your other half?

Do you have a special menu planned?

I've browsed through the store several times for the last month looking for a card. I can be quite indecisive when it comes to getting a card. Ya know, I like the message of the front, but the message from a second one, and the design and colors of another. Oh wait! but another one has a ribbon or glitter, or other elements that I find quite unique and beautiful.

This Saturday afternoon we have some rather cold weather for Florida. It's grey, foggy, cool, rainy...and pretty much gloomy out.  Totally not my kind of weather, but as my kids are currently napping, I'm able to dive to into Pinterest, Google, and basically all over the internet to find things that are inspiring for Valentine's Day.

I want to do one or two projects I've seen...nah! ALL of them!

1.    I just discovered SewingSchool's site. Ah-mazing! This cute little card looks so sweet, full of love, and totally do-able as a last minute gift. Perhaps even a nap time project! 

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2. How about some tender looking heart hair clips? The Purl Bee did it again with this awesome tutorial.  

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I'm really curious to find out what my Hubs is going to make for Valentine's Day.  Here are some hints, amor! 

Chocolate Ravioli Hearts

Heart Toad on a Hole

My Hubs is a huge pizza lover. I bet he'd get a kick out of this Valentine's Pizza. 

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I will continue browsing and prepping for the big day. I think I'll be making a card and cooking something truly special for my Hubs.  

What are you making? How do you like these ideas? Share in the comments your thoughts and give this post a Google+. Let me know here or on FB. 

Until next time! 

~ Fabi