DIY--Crocheted Pattern Weights

About a week ago I came across a Google+ post from www.thezenofmaking.com about crocheting around ordinary washers that you can purchase from your local hardware store. I knew as soon as I saw them I wanted to do the exact same thing to my plain old boring washers. What stinks now is my future posts of projects I have taken pictures of with the weights on the pattern, don't have the nice bright colors of yarn on them.

I have not crocheted anything in over two years, but I quickly realized that it is just like riding a bike. Once you have learned how to do it, you really never forget. You may need a quick refresher on the different types of stitches, but it all comes rushing back.

I purchased my washers from Lowes Home Inprovement Store about 2 months ago. They weren't expensive. I want to say about 35 Cents a piece. I only purchased 10.

I may have to purchased more because I had so much fun crocheting.

I used Lily's Sugar 'n Cream 100% Cotton Yarn. It was purchased from Joann Fabrics some time ago. I used to make dish clothes and place mats with this yarn.

Checkout www.thezenofmaking.com video tutorial of making crocheted metal washer weights.

Until Next Time ✌

Stephanie

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