Sunday, May 21, 2006

my red hippo...


I wanted to make a mellow blog about my penchant for crochet. I do projects fairly slowly and intermittently. But then always with a devoted fury. I suppose it is an expression of self.

I only just learned the basics recently. Since then I have been teaching myself how to read patterns and improvise a little. This spring my grandmother, my Baba, bequeathed her entire collection of crochet hooks and knitting needles and some lovely vintage patterns to me. It is hugely symbolic to me to inherit her tools. I believe that this recently acquired creative endeavor will be something that is with me until the end of my human time.

It really is gratifying to catalyze time and mellow meditation into something tangible and life enhancing. That is why I love it.
Go to the Roxy Craft website where I found this pattern ( and a little piece of zen happiness)