Super Sassy Baby Onesies

I have been making these darling little crochet onesies for a while now, but it always bothered me that I couldn't think of a good way to embellish them. I tried putting some Swarovski crystals across the front for a little "bling", but it just wan't enough for me. So, I found some scrap eyelash yarn laying around and edged a onesie I had made with it. VOILA!!! I love the results. The yarn I use for the onesies is already super soft, and now the eyelash yarn makes it so silky soft and adds that touch of sass I was going for. I am very proud of them now. You can visit my Etsy shop, or Sparkly Strandz to order whatever color you want!! I have a red one with red eyelash yarn trim, and black buttons that looks like a little baby Santa Suit. You have to check out my baby boutique by clicking here. Don't forget about the little "blinged" baby nail clippers. Just what every baby needs.

Amigurumi Patterns

I don't know where I've been for this craze, but I think amigurumi (which means knitted or crocheted doll in Japanese) is just precious. I'm not so sure I'd be very good at it, though. I am used to doing larger items, and it looks like there may be just a bit too much sewing and finishing for these little guys. I love them, though. I thought I would post a few links to some free amigurumi patterns, Katrina's Crochet Creations has more free patterns with little chihuahuas, little 'shrooms, kitties, and lots more. Here's a link to Crochet Me's article on amigurumi that has lots of tips and info. There are some way cute ones that others have shared on other site, too. Such talent. For example, check out this Princess Leia and Yoda--I would try this one if I had a pattern--I'm a big Star Wars fan! I guess I'll stick to my Crochet Onesies and crochet cowboy boots for now. I've also started making java jackets (so you can work on the "reduce and reuse" aspect with your Starbucks in the mornings). Plus, they are just way more sassy than that cardboard thingy!! I've given all the ones I've made away so far as gifts, so I'll post a pic later.

As always, check out the home page at http://www.sparklystrandz.com/ , or visit my Etsy shop at http://www.sparklystrandz.etsy.com/ for some cute handmade goodies. You know you need em!