The Shtick I Do

Happy Hanukkah! Since we've stepped into December with both feet, let's get busy with some holiday crochet! I piddled around with some #10 crochet thread and managed to make this adorable Christmas bell. Now here's the pattern for you to do the same. Christmas Bell Ornament Materials: #10 Crochet Thread 2.0 MM Crochet Hook size B 2.25 MM Crochet Hook Yarn needle  Scissors Stitches used: (American Terminology but here is a comparison chart) Chain (ch) Single Crochet (SC) Double Crochet (DC) Slip Stitch (sl st) Notes: This bell is approximately 1.5" by 1.5" without the hanger. And remember this: I've made exactly ONE of these so keep that in mind please. =D Pattern: Using the 2.0MM crochet hook R1 : 12 SC in Magic Circle (OR ch4, join to form a circle, ch1, 12 SC in circle). Join to top of first SC. Tighten and secure the tail. Be sure to leave a small hole for the hanger to go through - we'll make it last.) R2 : Ch4, *sk...

How was your Thanksgiving? Did you eat yourself sick and then go back for seconds? Or did you stuff the turkey then your face then your buggy? I couldn't believe it when I saw the ads this year for Black Friday (which is the fastest growing anti -holiday in America). Did you know that some crazy people, yes I went there, were lined up NINE days ahead of time for deals on TV's (not to mention the store would only have 8 of said TV)? Oh, and did you ever wonder if those crazy people take into account the money they lose in pay from real jobs, buying extra food for the camping trip, possibly new tents and sleeping bags? I can see it now ....  Man #1: "Hey Bob! How was your vacation?" Bob: "Oh, it was great! I was first in line at Blah Blah store to save 25%!" Man #1: "You don't say? Wow, I only saved 20% when I bought that TV in September." I say Boycott Black Friday and save yourself a lot of hassle. I might make shirts next year. ANY...