My hook runneth over

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My goodness, it looks like moving to Ottawa has really done something to my creativity. Not only have I been crocheting more, but I've been crocheting better. I finally overcame the little problem I used to have with tension (I was doing everything far too tight), and learned the difference between a slip stitch and a single crochet, which I'd been mixing up. Neither of which made for good results, you understand.

So anyhow, I thought I'd share pics of my most recent projects. First is a shawl, the very first shawl I've ever attempted. I think it turned out well, if a little long.

Next, I found a nifty crocheted dress design through Crochet Pattern Central, dating back to 1970. So I tried it, and it turned out pretty well, I think.

Finally, in fact just today, I finished a third piece. A capelet from the current Simply Creative Crochet, but with Red Heart "Tweed" yarn (the actual colour is "Irish Cream"). Out of my recent stuff, I think this is the one I'm most proud of.

I'd be happy to hear what people think. Unfortunately, you probably won't be seeing much of me for a while, since most of my output is going to be for presents, and I don't want the recipients finding photos online before they actually receive the silly things! But be patient, hopefully I'll have some little stuff to show before the end of the year.