Freecycle Northern Virginia Rocks!

Yup, Freecycle in Northern VA is the best.
I got this amazing fabric from a freecycler today. She says it's 2.5 yards all together, but it looks more like 2.5 yards of each.

Perfect colors for pillows in the living room. I can't wait to find some braid trim in my sewing box, and get to work.

Some pics... of the fabric, and of the living room, so you can put it in context.

longhorn sweater

longhorn sweater
Originally uploaded by
pinkpolkadotpoodle

I made this sweater last year for my nephew, Jake. I thought it turned out really well. Don't think it got much wear, though, because they're in such a hot climate.


Some other views.

The back... he was 5 last year, and this was for his birthday.

Pink Polka Dot Poodle crochets a doll sweater

doll sweater
Originally uploaded by pinkpolkadotpoodle

For my daughter's American Girl sized doll. I started this during her field trip to the one room school house. Because technology was outlawed, it gave me something to do while chaperoning. I finished it last night.

What do you think?

It's okay to tell me that it's hideous, just try to be polite about it. ;-)

Storque Article ~ Race Car Bed Makes the Big Time!

I'm thrilled to finally make a page in something other than a user created treasury on Etsy.

Check out the Storque Article.

Yup, I took screenshots.

Hand crafted Wood Race Car Bed

Okay, so I'm not holding my breath for this to sell, but I just know someone out there wants a custom, hand crafted, wood racecar bed for their little Mario or Marion Andretti!

And, it made it into a treasury to boot. Vanessa built a lovely treasury for boys. I'm extra flattered, because she works on the Storque for Etsy. So, I guess that makes it extra special. ;-)