Make It Mine Monday: Christmas Edition

This isn't so much a Make It Mine in the sense of buying things, but things that I am going to crochet.  I love crocheting and have been commissioned to make a few Christmas gifts.  I'm currently working on one and the other one had me stumped for awhile...but I think I have it now.  If I could make crocheting a money making hobby, that would be GREAT!  Soooo much quicker than scrapbooking for money. :)

Here we go:

Fingerless Mitts/Wrist Warmers

I HATE gloves with a capital H.  I can't stand my fingers covered, but my hands still get cold.  Something like this was the first thing that I *tried* to make after I made Jayna's scarf.  I scratched the idea after my gauge was off.  I'm now ready to try again...but mine won't be as bulky because I don't want to look as if I have casts on my hands.

The Black Hole Cowl

This is one of my commissioned works.  And I'm making one for myself also.  The yarn is so comfy and cozy that I'm sure I'll be wearing it often.

The Infinity Scarf a.k.a. My Crochet Nemesis

This circular scarf (it has no end and no beginning) is kicking my ass.  There are some techniques that are probably a little advanced for me since I have limited crochet experience, but I think I've figured it out through a series of Youtube videos and picture tutorials.  I better get on it too because this is also something I've been paid to make.  I'll get you, Infinity Scarf.  I'll get you my pretty.

Loop D Loop Scarf

This one is a little crazy, but I have a friend who'd LOVE it and wear it well.  Hopefully she doesn't read this.  The entire scarf is made with JUST the chain stitch.  Interesting.

Half Hour Neck Warmer

I've made 2 of these already and I plan on making a few more.  I'm making them for Jayna's preschool teachers and then I'm making one for KT who is training me for the Mini.  It's part of her payment. :)

The most awesome thing about ALL these projects is that they only take me a couple of hours...except that damn Infinity Scarf.  That one will probably be 4 hours.  Crocheting is a pretty gratifying hobby as far as someone who doesn't have alot of time.  Learn 3 stitches, buy 2 skeins of yard and a speed hook and you'll have yourself a scarf in 2 hours!!

Note:  All of the patterns for these items can be found on Ravelry.  I cannot link them because Ravelry is a member website.  It's free to join if you're a crocheter or knitter and the resources are awesome!!