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Multipass from Becca's Crazy Projects

When I saw this recent embroidery design release by Off With Their Threads I raced to the website to buy my copy. This is such a great geek project. After trimming some slivers off my card, it holds my vaccine card perfectly.

I was so glad I found this gray vinyl in my collection. Perfect for this project. This design fits in the 5" by 7" hoop and stitches out pretty quickly.

I backed mine with coordinating gray felt. I think I'll use vinyl as backing on the next one.

added by Becca 2 years, 10 months ago. under 2021 , brother , crazy , embroidery , geeky , machine , maryland , md , project , projects

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I continue to quilt little charity quilts for Annapolis Quilts for Kids. I pieced this one using many leftover pieces from other quilts.

This kit was pieced by Trudy. I'll drop it off with Annapolis Quilts for Kids and someone else with attach the binding.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your purchases support Quilts for Kids through Amazon. I don't add affiliate links to my charity ...

added by Becca 2 years, 10 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Travel Maker from Becca's Crazy Projects

Last week we had to travel to Rhode Island for business. My partner did the driving. I used that time to work on some hats for Knots of Love.

I combined different yarns using the same pattern.

This is a quick pattern that makes a great beanie in a short period of time.

I looked at loads of patterns and ended up settling on this design of my own. Alternate between double crochet and single crochet rows. Make all stitches through the back loop. So simple yet very effective when alternating yarns. The one above was made with two different ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , crochet , hat , knit , knots of love , maryland , md , project , projects

Charity Quilts from Becca's Crazy Projects

Saturday the Annapolis Quilts for Kids had a social sewing event and I dropped off ten quilts ready for binding. I picked up several more tops ready for quilting and a roll of batting. They like to keep me busy. Afterwards I came home and did some quilting. I pieced this big-block quilt.

The simple 17" by 17" blocks are so different in each quilt. Such fun to use up scraps from quilt backings into usable little quilts. Once the four blocks are joined and the border added, the quilt finishes around 38" by 38". A great size for kids ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Make Do and Mend from Becca's Crazy Projects

I bought a simple tote at one of the big box stores several years ago. One of the handles decided it was giving up. Of course, it did this while it was full of charity quilts.

That failed strap became this tangled mess. That's okay, I have all the tools needed to fix this bag so it can get several more years of use carrying charity quilts around.

Step one: measure the width of the strap. We will multiply this by four to determine how wide to cut our fabric strap.

Step two: use this amazing tool from Bucklebee ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , bag , challenge , crazy , fabric , maryland , mending , project , projects , sew , sew my stash , sewing

Big-Blocks from Becca's Crazy Projects

Another scrappy, big-block quilt. These really are fun to make.

Quilted and ready for binding.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your purchases support Quilts for Kids through Amazon. I don't add affiliate links to my charity quit posts on purpose. I donate my time, my machine, my thread, and my skill to the cause.

Here is the EpochConverter for 2021.

2021 Charity Quilt Count: 16

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Safety is Sexy from Becca's Crazy Projects

When I decided to start skating I knew I had to buy safety gear. I'm not a young person, I've broken many bones over my lifetime, and don't fancy doing it again. I bought this helmet because it was easily accessible during the pandemic (Amazon). But, geez, is it boring.

I have a handful of stickers from different designers and hobbies. It was time to put them to use.

This is the most important one. I cannot tell you how much fun it IS NOT to hit your noggin' on the pavement. Safety is important and sexy ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , roller skates , skates

Assemble! from Becca's Crazy Projects

I bought this Marvel Avenger's panel several years ago. I wasn't sure exactly what I was going to do with it but I knew I had to have it. Recently, Sam Hunter of Hunter's Design Studio released a pattern for making panels into bigger, throw-size quilts with paper pieced borders. I rushed to Hunter's Design Studio to buy my pdf copy.

I was too impatient to use the included paper piecing patterns so I made a bunch of flying geese. I promise you I'm going to use those paper piecing patterns. Just not in this ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , challenge , crazy , fabric , maryland , paper piecing , pattern , project , projects , quilt , quilting , sew my stash

Knots of Love from Becca's Crazy Projects

I've been making more hats for Knots of Love. This one was made using Knit Picks Comfy and the sweet Coworker Beanie pattern by Rachy Newin.

This one was made with the Tensfield by Martina Behm. I really enjoy this pattern. Simple knitting makes for a lovely hat.

When I was done with that one I immediately cast on another. That's how much I enjoy making this hat.

Tuesday evening I finished up. Such a soft, squishy beanie. Time to make another.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support ...

added by Becca 2 years, 11 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , crochet , hat , knit , knots of love , maryland , md , project , projects

Get Rolling from Becca's Crazy Projects

I want to share the many things I've been doing. However, it seems I haven't been doing many things. I did get some roller skating in last week. I bought these great wheels from Roller Skate Nation. Let me tell you, they are fast!

Don't forget your safety gear!

Skate accessories I bought to support this crazy new hobby (affiliate links):
Zeato All-in-One Skate Tool
Triple Eight Saver Series Pad Set
Triple Eight The Certified Helmet

Derby Laces

Yellow Jacket Skate Bearings

added by Becca 2 years, 12 months ago. under 2021 , crazy , embroidery , machine , maryland , md , project , projects , roller skates , skates

Knots of Love from Becca's Crazy Projects

A friend recommended I check out Knots of Love.

Their mission statement: "Since 2007, our mission is to warm the hearts & heads of children + women + men + veterans going through chemo. We are powered by the compassion and support from people just like you. Please consider making a donation today."

I recommend you skip over there and check out their website. Those of you who have been following my blog know I am constantly making. Sewing, quilting, crocheting, knitting, all sorts of wonderful hand-made objects. Hats are like potato chips, you can make one right after the other. Easy to carry ...

added by Becca 2 years, 12 months ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , crochet , hat , knit , knots of love , maryland , md , project , projects

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Under the sea! This one deserved a more water-like meander. Maybe not wavy enough. Pieced by Mary.

Flower power! Such a fun scrappy quilt. Pieced by Trudy.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your purchases support Quilts for Kids through Amazon. I don't add affiliate links to my charity quit posts on purpose. I donate my time, my machine, my thread, and my skill to the cause.

Here ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I pieced this little four-patch quilt and paired it with a coordinating backing.

A fun print that should make someone very happy.

This one was pieced by another member of Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your purchases support Quilts for Kids through Amazon. I don't add affiliate links to my charity quit posts on purpose. I donate my time, my machine, my thread ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

More Masks from Becca's Crazy Projects

A friend asked for some more masks so I grabbed some fabrics and got cutting. Lining and outer pieces cut and ready to go. Now, where did I leave those adjustable ear bands?

I searched and searched and couldn't find them. I ended up having to do some tidying to find them. They were somewhat buried in the piles of creativity I have on my cutting table. I didn't have to dig very deep after all. That cutting table is still a mess.

These masks are really easy to cut with quilting rulers and your rotary cutter. You ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , crazy , design , face mask , maryland , mask , md , pattern , project , projects , sew , sew my stash , sewing , tool

Whoops! from Becca's Crazy Projects

Sometimes things get in the way. I seem to have missed the regular Wednesday post so this one is backdated. Sorry.

Here is a picture of another scrappy charity quilt top I pieced last week. Maybe I'll be more productive next week.

As always, following my Instagram (@beccascrazyprojects) will get you more often updates on what I'm working on. Sometimes things that don't even make it to the blog.

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I made this little quilt top months ago. Finally got it quilted this past weekend.

This one was made by Trudy. I love how the border print makes the borders fun.

I used this ribbon meander. I think I'll try to use this one more often. I'll drop these off with Annapolis Quilts for Kids later this month.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your purchases support ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Forgetful Friday from Becca's Crazy Projects

Sadly, I don't have much to share today. It seems I forgot to take photos of my projects or write a blog post in advance.

I've been planning a new crochet project.

The daffodils are up in my front garden.

I went for a walk with my dog.

Make that two types of daffodil.

Happy Friday! Make something that makes you happy. I think of it as making happiness.

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , crazy , crochet , dog , outdoors , projects , random

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

My goal with working with Annapolis Quilts for Kids is to quilt at least one little quilt every week. Sometimes I meet that goal, sometimes I exceed it.

This past weekend I quilted two. I'm playing catch up this year because we haven't been meeting. Now that I'm able to pick up finished tops I'm stitching right along.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don't earn anything from this link. This link lets your ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

The last time I dropped off quilts with Annapolis Quilts for Kids it seems I missed a bag full of little quilts. I combined those with the few I made and those I picked up last time. That means I dropped off 20 little quilts ready for binding. I picked up eight more little tops to quilt up for next month. It's great to be working with Quilts for Kids again.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by shopping through Amazon Smile. I don ...

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , charity , crazy , maryland , md , project , projects , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids

Circle and Square Hat from Becca's Crazy Projects

Just a quick update today. I've had a busy workweek and it shows.

I grabbed these two balls of yarn and got stitching on my third Circle and Square hat.

I think these colors are really fun. I hope my family want striped hats for next winter because that's what they're going to get.

Pattern available on Ravelry: Circle & Square by Martina Behm

Tools and Supplies (affiliate links):
Needles: Knit Picks Options Wood Interchangeable Knitting Needle Set - US 4-11 (Sunstruck)

Stitch markers: CLOVER Lock Ring Markers 20/pkg

added by Becca 3 years ago. under 2021 , aunt betty , crazy , hat , knit , knit picks , knitting , maryland , md , project , projects , yarn

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