August was my birthday month so additional activities consumed some of my time.... I feel I may be falling behind a little, but let's see how I got on.... (for a lowdown what my Crafting Goals were for the year, see my blog post Crafting Goals 2025)
For quilting: A new flower block every month
Achieved! August's flower block is a Peony. This flower has lots of petals and extra detail added in the pattern to simplify it. Both versions are included.
For Knitting: A Challenge to complete my 25 for 2025 list. Here is the challenge: Knitting/Crochet 25 for 2025 challenge
Although I've been doing a lot of knitting, nothing was crossed off my list this month.
I'm working on a number of test knits that need to be finished as well as some commissioned work. One test I knitted was this new summer top. I'm looking forward to wearing it when the days get warmer.
I will have something crossed off the list for next month!
For Spinning: 5 grams of roving each day all year
Achieved!
I continued spinning the tan roving (lower right corner) as mentioned last month, and then plied it with previous month's spinning.
For Crochet: A temperature blanket
Another Month Completed!
August's block sees the 8th block finished for the year. Just 4 more to do! I can see the end in sight.
Toy Making: A gnome challenge by Sarah Schira (one every month).
8th Achieved!
This month's gnome is called "The More You Gnome". He does have a really big nose, and also a really tall hat!
Embroidery: Make a small Redwork ornament each month.
Double Achieved!
I managed to complete two small redworks this month. I'd like them all finished well before December so I can sew them up!
What have you been up to this month?
