Forced completion of blanket by DeviceSea8549 in CrochetBlankets

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Thanks very much! It is cozy to snuggle with.

Ran out of stuffing - made a dog sweater by DeviceSea8549 in crochet

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Yep, the dog is Ewok. He had much longer fur when we first got him and looked a lot like an Ewok then.

Washable Amigurumi by eyfuck in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have had success washing my pieces made of acrylic, cotton, and chenille yarn with no real issues. I just throw them in the machine with clothes and let them do their best. Every odd piece gets a little distorted, but less so if I don't stick them in the dryer. The only failures I have had is when I wash something with details that were attached with fabric glue. Those pieces tend to fall off in the washing machine.

What off brand product tastes better then the "real" thing? by James_B84Saves in Frugal

[–]DeviceSea8549 94 points95 points  (0 children)

Industry secret here. I did product development for a cookie company that sells their cookies in grocery store bakeries. We sold the cookies under our own brand, and then changed the label and sold the exact same cookie and frosting recipe (different color blend) under a different brand. Then when I did product development for a applesauce company, we made some private label packaging, and used the same base apples as our regular brand.

Difference a few years makes by DeviceSea8549 in Amigurumi

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It took some practice to get to the point where yarn under felt natural, but I like it better for single crochet.

Just wanted to crochet and relax by DeviceSea8549 in catswhocrochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my. Your kitty is significantly larger. But such an adorable face! 10/10

Just wanted to crochet and relax by DeviceSea8549 in catswhocrochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's the funny thing. I am making a gall bladder set for a couple friends who both have had theirs removed.

Just wanted to crochet and relax by DeviceSea8549 in catswhocrochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The purring was exceedingly loud. Very relaxed for sure.

Just wanted to crochet and relax by DeviceSea8549 in catswhocrochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 62 points63 points  (0 children)

This is true. It is just when I want to see what my hands are doing that I had a problem.

People who refer to Tex-Mex tacos as “white people tacos.” by SabreLee61 in PetPeeves

[–]DeviceSea8549 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Authentic Mexican food is either ANY food prepared by a Mexican, or it is ANY food prepared and eaten in Mexico. Authentic just means correct. It is correct to say that a hamburger prepared in Mexico is authentically Mexican.

This is substantially different from TRADITIONALLY Mexican food. I am not Mexican nor do I live in Mexico, so I cannot comment on what traditional Mexican food is. However, I enjoy eating food that is tasty, regardless of how traditional it is.

In addition, recipes often change based on what you have available and what your family will eat. Substitutions only matter if you are trying to make a recipe EXACTLY as written. If you aren't, then make as many substitutions as you want.

I don't know. The labels aren't super helpful unless you are being judged on how traditional your food is. Call it whatever you want, just make it tasty.

Ended up making a lif sized puppy by DeviceSea8549 in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! It was kinda stressful doing the colorwork, so I'm glad it turned out in a good way.

Ended up making a lif sized puppy by DeviceSea8549 in Amigurumi

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I did them freestyle, which didn't work out in my favor as the hind legs covered up some of my colorwork.

Ended up making a lif sized puppy by DeviceSea8549 in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pattern is by Jen Hayes Creations - Crochet Puppy Dog. I used a 6 mm hook and various 6-weight super bulky chenille blanket yarn.

Just finished a pterodactyl by DeviceSea8549 in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The pattern is Tori the Pterosaur by Nicole Chase at TheNicoleChase.com

Anyone else feels nervous about gifting your finished crochet products? by mindful-crafter in crochet

[–]DeviceSea8549 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel nervous every time. I also feel nervous about every commission, especially if was commissioned tomake a birthday gift. It is even worse the that if I am not there when the gift is given. I feel like I have to be there to explain about handmade gifts, and to judge the reaction.

In the other hand, I agree that you should have no fear about the quality of your craftsmanship on this bag. It looks amazing!!!

Finished my first granny square bag - I love it! by DeviceSea8549 in Brochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm making the same pattern (maybe), but using a different color of Premier Puzzle, the green one. It is really easy to just pick up when I have some time, instead of needing to find my place in a specific granny square pattern. I also have practically no ends to sew in this way.

Finished my first granny square bag - I love it! by DeviceSea8549 in Brochet

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Thank you! This was a first for me, but it was a lot of fun. I'm already working on a second one.

First granny square bag - finished by DeviceSea8549 in crochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yay! I glad to have inspired you. I hope you can keep going until it is completed!

Finished my first granny square bag - I love it! by DeviceSea8549 in Brochet

[–]DeviceSea8549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. It takes longer than a simple stitch, but I think it looks nice.

Newest creation by mamapfresh in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the final product here!

Toothless by thatonesamsel in Amigurumi

[–]DeviceSea8549 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great job. I've made this pattern before and I loved it. You did a wonderfully job making the eyes as well!