Now it’s time to announce my “Real Life” book events- which start next week!

But first, let me show you a sneak peek from the book, one of my favorite projects: the Butterfly Apron!

Accent your favorite (or new favorite!) apron with a butterfly pocket and trim. I like this trim because you work it as you go- meaning you built the length as you make it (instead of having to do a long foundation chain). The instructions for this project not only include the crochet patterns, but I also give directions for sewing the apron and putting it all together. If you don’t crochet, you could either learn (yay!) or use store bought trims and doilies to get this effect. So why sew the apron and crochet the trims yourself, you ask? Because you can find a fabric/crochet thread that suits your style perfectly.

Now, onto the events. Next week we’ll (and by we, I mean Paul, with me in tow) be driving to Portland, OR so that I can do some fun book signings. I’ve never been to Portland before, but I am really excited. The ever so kind and gracious Susan Beal is hosting us, and plus, I will finally get the chance to go meet some of my crafty friends (hi Diane and Lee!). These three ladies have been so great to me, making sure the word gets out and spreading my post cards all over town. Thank you thank you!  If you live in Portland (and I know some of my favorite crafters do), please do come say hi if you have a chance!

PORTLAND, OREGON  EVENTS
Thursday, August 13th

Look for me between 9 and 10 AM on AM Northwest (eep!)

7:30 PM: Talk and book signing at Powell’s Books, 1005 West Burnside. I’ll have many of the projects from the book on view and will tell you some stories about how I came up with them.

Saturday, August 15th

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Talk and signing at The Yarn Garden, 1413 SE Hawthorne Blvd. I’ll be demonstrating how to make a quick crocheted flower, so bring some yarn and a hook! Again, I’ll have projects from the  book on display and if you have any quick crochet questions, I’d be happy to answer them.

BOZEMAN, MONTANA EVENTS

When I return, I’m doing a couple signings in my town! Bozeman really has a lovely community of knitters and crocheters, I have really enjoyed getting to know them at the shop.

Saturday, August 22d

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Trunk show and signing at The Yarn Shop, 25 N. Willson. Come celebrate with me! Again, I’ll have the projects on hand and you can ask me anything you want about crocheting (true of any day I’m working, but still!).

Saturday, August 29th

2:00 PM: Talk and signing at Borders, 2855 N. 19th Ave. Same deal, different date, please come say hi!

See you soon!