Yarn Along.......

From Ginny, the founder of Yarn Along~ Two of my favorite things are knitting and reading, and the evidence of this often shows up in my photographs. I love seeing what other people are knitting and reading as well. So, what are you knitting or crocheting right now? What are you reading?

I finished a kitchen set earlier in the week and decided to do a little knitting for my favorite charity, The Pink Slipper Project. It's the perfect thing for using up left over yarn (the slippers don't have to be pink). Slippers are quick and easy and needed by the women and children in shelters that the Pink Slipper Project helps. There are several patterns on the website to choose from, my favorite is a classic "stay-on" slipper. The pattern is on the right sidebar of the Pink Slipper Project website. When I got my Ipad, I wasn't sure how I would like reading on it, but I have discovered a new love. It's perfect for having all my current books in one spot, and with the back lighting it doesn't bother my eyes. I also didn't realize I would find so many free books using the Kindle app. Right now I am enjoying the free, easy read, Hide in Plain Site.

My deep read is Happy are You Poor. As I strive for more simplicity in my life, this is an inspiration.

What came off the needles today....

I signed up to make a Christmas stocking for a 2 year old girl through the Pink Slipper Project's Stocking Challenge.

I made a "rag stocking" last week and am now making things to fill it.

The stocking is for a 2 year old spending Christmas in a shelter for women and children.

I have made slippers for The Pink slipper project but this is a first time that I have made and filled a stocking.

This bear was so easy!!

The pattern can be found at Bev's County Cottage charity website.

Kimberly is excited for the little girl who will be receiving this "buddy bear" and she can't wait to pack and send out the box.

Here is the stocking that I sewed----I still have to add a ribbon for hanging the stocking. Other than that, it is all ready to ship out!

I know the Pink Slipper Project has a couple more children waiting to be sponsored.

If you have a little extra time, this is a great project to join!

Get out that leftover yarn....

and knit slippers for a great cause.
The Pink Slipper Project is just the ticket for that yarn that is waiting for the perfect project!!