Victorian Style Thimble Pouch

A few weeks ago I ran across a picture and crochet pattern for a Thimble pouch or Tiny Amulet bag. I just fell in love with these sweet little pouches and even though I haven't done much crocheting in nearly 20 years I didn't let that stop me. Of course the first couple didn't turn out the best, but I was on a roll and kept on going. I actually ended up by modifying the original pattern to suite myself and this is what I came up with.

Next I had to see what else I could do so I found a new pattern that included beads and so now I'm off and running working with beaded crochet. This one isn't finished yet ....

I have rediscovered the joy of crochet in the evening as I watch some TV ... it is very relaxing and very rewarding. Of course my favorite relaxing time is still reading instead of watching TV, but there are some good shows on that I enjoy.

It's Been Awhile

Well it's been awhile since I last posted ... lol ... sometimes my life gets very hectic or I go off in tangents and do something else. Last March I started a new part time job which is based out of my home. You know those demo ladies that you see in the stores on weekends? Well I'm working as a scheduler for one of the demo companies. Which means that I'm responsible for making sure those demo's happen at one particular store chain in my area. Needless to say it can be very hectic at times and is no way a part time job, though I only get paid as a part time employee. ;) The economy has hit us hard in the demo department as companies are cutting back on their marketing money so aren't spending the money on these demo's like they use to. Hopefully now that the elections are over with the economy will start improving, even though there aren't any of signs of that yet.



I'm also working for the US census bureau, well I've worked for them for almost 2 years, then took a month off and came back in another job. I'm recruiting for the 2010 Census. This is also a part time job that I get to do from my home. If you want to earn a little extra money, the US Census is hiring thousands of people over the next year or so, call 1-866-861-2010 to find out the opportunities in your area.



I'll try to sneak in some pictures and posts of some of the things that I've been making this past year. I'm really excited about some of the stuff that I've made recently.