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The Most Redonkulous Photo Shoot Ever

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Carey

So Brandy (PixiePurls and co editor of Petite Purls) and I had a “simple” mission. We wanted to photograph two babies together wearing hats. No problem right? What could possibly go wrong? Lets start the list of signs this shoot … Continue reading →

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Celebrate – Knitted and Crocheted Party Hats

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Carey

Happy Birthday Petite Purls! You are a great magazine and your first birthday issue is fantastic. A few months ago I sent co-editors Brandy and Allegra a goofy tweet saying they should knit party hats to celebrate. I almost immediately … Continue reading →

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Pattern – Baby Shell

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Carey

While pregnant I spent a lot of time looking at baby sweaters. There were several fantastic sweaters out there but I found most to feel a little more formal. After having the baby I knew that what I really wanted … Continue reading →

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Nature Rattle Set

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Carey

Another edition of the ongoing series I am now calling “knocked up knitting.” That being said this project is crochet. Yeah I know, it is a sin to call crochet knitting but knocked up knitting just sounds cute. So what … Continue reading →

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Quick Sew Funky Christmas Stockings

Posted on December 14, 2007 by Carey

My husband and I for the first time are in a house this Christmas. We have hardly any Christmas decorations and have not had the time or energy to go shopping for them this year. So on my day off … Continue reading →

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Happy Cat Candy

Posted on September 13, 2007 by Carey

A week or so ago my lovely kitten Rogetts reminded me that every once in a while kitties need a new toy. Or they might riffle through your purse, steal you headphones out and pull the insulation off while leaving … Continue reading →

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Pac-Man!!!!

Posted on April 3, 2007 by Carey

Around January this year a friend of mine hinted that he would like me to make him a Pac-Man toy. I ended up designing him not only packman but also a full set of ghost to go with it. After … Continue reading →

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