Knitted Faith

Before my dad passed away last year, he asked me to knit or crochet a brown blanket for him. I always thought of his wish even if it has been more than a year since his passing. To commemorate his wish, I knitted myself a brown scarf using DMC Knitty Pop from Dreams Yarnshoppe.

I started knitting this during the start of the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) last March. I only finished it this week as I prioritized crocheting earsavers for medical frontliners. I only had time to continue knitting this scarf after finishing batches for each hospital. It became my reward for completing batches, and it was something that I really looked forward to.

I look forward to using this scarf when I am already allowed to explore the city again. I will probably take this to the cinema, or to a date without face masks on. I look forward to the day when this scarf can keep me warm when I am already allowed to freely go out again.

Faith and Crafting

Yesterday, I carried on with my auditing duties. I went to Pasig City Hall, and I stopped by their chapel after completing my tasks.  

It was fun to say hello to images of my patron saints, St. Clare and Padre Pio. 

They also had a beautiful image of St. Joseph.  

I also had to pose with their summery entrance! 

Then, I revived my old planner and jazzed it up with fresh kikki.K inserts, and various sticky notes, stickers, and washi tapes. 

Then, I took my paints out and sketched some food I recently had.  

I stamped the wrong date. It was supposed to be the 12th of July already. Handmade does have its imperfections! 

I was also able to finish this cowl using cotton yarn from Dreams Yarnshoppe and my Furls hook purchased from The Attic Yarn and Craftery. 

And just like my status quo, I ended my productive day on a high note- by beginning again, with fresh yarn in a fresh aqua green shade.  

Stitching Time

Yesterday, I had lunch at Bonchon. I wore my crocheted infinity scarf like this as the air conditioning was more chilly than usual. 

I had my go-to order, the creamy curry bibimbowl.  

Then, I did some knitting while having coffee. 

By the time I got home, I received my new stash of yarn. I purchased my new fiberarts tools online from The Attic Yarn and Craftery. 

I appreciate loyalty cards, so I’m all for The Attic’s funATTIC Circle card. 

Also, check out all these freebies!  

I was so happy with my new yarns and Furls hook. 

Yes, I finally bought my first handmade Furls crochet hook!  I got one in 4mm blackwood. It is completely made by hand. I have also tried crocheting with it last night, and its ergonomic design is perfect for pen grip crocheters like myself. The hype is real!

I encourage myself to be creative by continuously investing in quality fiberarts yarns and notions. I am happy with my supplies for now, and they will surely tide me over until I have a regular income again. For now, I am knitting, crocheting, and journaling my life as I know it. 

Beer and Yarn

Yesterday, I met up with my grandpa for lunch at Via Mare. While waiting for our food, I knitted and drank some beer with my original drinking buddy. 

It was a beautiful day for catching-up.  

I had coffee to complete my lovely lunch of roasted vegetable rigatoni.  

I then walked to buy some things afterwards.  

I ended up at Dreams Yarnshoppe where I stocked up on some balls of yarn and a pair of metal 6mm circular knitting needles.  

I indulged in my passions for food and knitting in one day. I was also able to spend time with the family, and it was great to knit while doing so. Every now and then, I suggest that you also make time for the things that matter, and the people who lift you up. You will definitely appreciate your life more once you have spent time with those that  give your life meaning.