Yesterday, I got to explore BGC. I tried the famous banana pudding of M Bakery for the first time, and loved it! I also had a hearty convenience store lunch and some satisfying private reading at Fully Booked.
They say that our city does not have enough parks. I beg to disagree. We just have to maximize the open spaces that we’ve got, and enjoy what our city has to offer.
Can’t wait for the next weekend!
I spent my Wednesday fulfilling some family obligations at home. In between my tasks, I knitted and crocheted these works in progress.
I also received my package from The Attic Yarn and Craftery. These yarns and my new Furls crochet hook are already my Christmas presents to myself. I am living in challenging times, so I have to be frugal. I also have to plan my expenses with prudence.
My Halloween was not so bad! I spent it with my family, with my fiber arts, and some new yarns and notions. I hope to have more simple crafternoon moments and productive days ahead!
After ticking off my obligations this week, I finally found some time for fiber arts. I finished crocheting a millennial pink scarf for my mom, and I also completed the prism scarf which I have been knitting for the past two months.
So I continued knitting, and this time, I binged on some episodes of one of my favorite podcasts, Wake Up with Jim and Saab. While laughing along to the podcast, I knitted this beanie in deep sea.
The ball of yarn from The Attic Yarn and Craftery could make two knitted beanies, so I saved some for later and began knitting another one. This time, I chose a bright pink yarn from Dreams Yarnshoppe.
I carry on with life because I know what makes me happy. I like making things, so I will continue doing so. I intend to hustle and balance that with my handmade lifestyle. That way, I will always know what truly matters, and I will also have a scarf or beanie to remind me of how strong I really am.
I currently connected this new ball of yarn to my existing pink cowl project. Crocheting has been a therapeutic hobby for me so far, and I find myself enjoying it even during events. I like how I am able to focus on my surroundings while still stitching along.
As I connected the new yarn and continued crocheting, I realized that one of my strengths is my resilience. I am able to keep going even when the circumstances that I am facing are challenging. I find ways to stay centered, and I even enjoy the ride.
I guess that’s why crocheting is soothing for me. Even when things aren’t going my way, I am able to savor the continuum and control my stitches. And will every project that I make, I see my strength reflected in the knots, the connections, and most of all, in the overall end result. Here’s to more connections and possibilities ahead!
I finally finished the colorful cowl I was crocheting in shell stitch! It was fun to work with this variegated yarn I got from VC Trading. Of course, I couldn’t resist crocheting with my handmade plushies, Tubbs and Ella!
I worked through this cowl during my birthday, as I was resigning from my previous job, and as I was transitioning back to freelance life. It was quite a journey.
I look forward to giving this as a present to someone who’s celebrating her birthday soon.
It is also noteworthy that I now crochet with ease as I have recenly had glasses made for my astigmatism. I hope that the condition will be corrected by next year. In the meantime, I will crochet, knit, and blog as I wear my stylish specs- and live a purposeful life!
I finally finished crocheting this scarf in shell stitch. The blue, green, and red yarns were specifically chosen as they match the color palette of The Little Mermaid.
I used the shell stitch to make this scarf. It was a technique I learned from YouTube, and I was fascinated with how relaxing and quick the process was.
I bought my yarns for this project from The Attic Yarn and Craftery . It is important to me that I support local suppliers to sustain my handmade lifestyle. In the case of the The Attic, they were able to extend personalized customer service when I was selecting my yarns and Furls crochet hook. And since I bought from their online store instead of their stockist at the mall, I was able to save money.
I am proud of this scarf because I crocheted it during my commute to and from work, during my breaks, and on weekends. I will definitely make more scarves, and I am happy that I am able to integrate fiber arts into my daily grind. Here’s to more stitches in between adulting, and fairy tale inspiration to take me further!
I am thankful to have crochet in my life. Right now, I am on my last ball of yarn for this scarf I am working on in shell stitch. I have learned to do it through Youtube, and I couldn't be happier with the ability to learn new skills for free online.
I am adjusting to work like a pro! I have always made myself busy by working on this blog and assisting my dad with his tasks during my break from the corporate world. However, the office setting is still different, and any new job entails an adjustment period.
Unwinding after a busy Friday with beer and crochet 🍺
Here are some hacks I am implementing into my system to ensure a seamless adjustment into the daily grind:
I am stitching my story, one scarf and workday at a time. Looking forward to hustling in the office and making a difference in my own little way!
Yesterday, I began my day with a workout.
Then, I had a hearty brekkie.
I proceeded to a meeting which was so productive, I was moved to go to St. Clare to give thanks.
I am thankful for the opportunities that are pouring into my life right now.
I celebrated with bopis at Rodic’s.
And I continued crocheting with this cool turquoise yarn.
I took a couple of selfies through the power of self-timer.
I purchased new kicks from local leather sandal brand Renegade Folk.
Finally, I had Sunnies funfetti and a flat white at a Sunnies Cafe.
I carried on with my crocheting.
And I ended my day with some neon selfies at the cafe’s infamous selfie powder room. Hahahahaha
I am overwhelmed with all the blessings in my life right now. I realized that the best way to celebrate is by continuing my regular routine of prayer, crafting, and selfies. There is empowerment in being able to take one’s own selfies without a man’s help. If I can be my own Instagram husband, then I can surely power through life.
I can hardly wait!
