Index cards?

IC Doodles anyone?

Sometimes doodling on a big piece of paper can be quite intimidating...

That is when i reach for an index card!

They are smaller can be filled up quickly, well most of the time lol.

I love using them in my crafting too.

If you are interested in seeing more check my YT channel for the video!

It will be  up this week!

Thanks for spending time with me today!

Getting ready for fall

I love this time of year!

The comfy cozy clothes, the warm decadent drinks and

 cuddling up with a fave throw and good book or movie, it can't be beat.

I love being able to wear my hand knits also. Don't get me wrong I like the brisk chill not the cold of winter you can keep that depth of cold! LOL

Anyway if you follow me on YT you may have already seen these.

If not here is your chance.

My slipper socks!

These are a gift, I made these for an upcoming birthday.

I really like how they came out.

I do like the traditional heels or fish lips kiss heel but I needed a quick solution for mass quantity and more or less a fits multiple sizes kinda thing, lol.

Well this is my answer, i think they will work pretty well for most.

I know the person these are for will love them..

Thanks for stopping by see you in the next one.

Drawing words

I know it sounds funny but Lettering is a fancy way of saying,

Drawing words.

I tried in the past to do lettering but was unsuccessful, so I figured it was time to once again give it a go! I do like it however i can definitely use practice.

That is where this drawing book comes in. 

I will be trying my hand at lettering in this book every now and then and will share the outcomes

Good or Bad

posted right here with you all.

What do you think?

Watch my YT channel for the video!

It will be posted this week!

Thanks for stopping by!

The color Utah...

I cast off a new project and it only took one skein of 50 gram yarn!

They are almost identical too!

Aww yea! lol

Sorry about the lighting but it unfortunately is what it is today...

I Love how these socks came out! I did my plain vanilla pattern because I needed a no brainer project just to keep my hands active and have a cute pair of socks in the end.

Here is a close up of one folded. 

Perfect colors for fall i am super excited to be able to wear these when the weather starts cooling off.

 Here is a close up on a blocker. 

I would love to know your thoughts on these! Keep an eye on my YT channel a video for this will be up this week! Thanks for stopping in and spending some time with me today!

Have a great day!

Time to do dishes...

I really dislike doing dishes! 

I don't mind cooking or baking but washing dishes is a dirty job,

 and I'm the one to do it! LOL (A line from an eighties song) ;)

I am really not a fan of the dish drains that sit out on the counter and the commercial towels for the dishes are plain and average.

So I have been making my own for awhile now. I have a blue set that I love and use daily. But I need more for when one is in the wash. So this is what I just finished!

I used 100% cotton and a simple knit pattern. The cotton comes on a large spool and i love this variegated green. It has cream, blue and green and i love how it works up.

this is a project I dawdle on I am eager to start then about half way i putter out. I lose drive but then as it gets closer to the end i speed up and am happy i have a new cloth and happy i am done! Lol

It is a love hate relationship. If i could speed up the process i would enjoy it more. Hahaha

Needless to say it may be just a bit before I cast the next one one. ;) 

I will have a YT video on this later in the week, be sure to stop by and check it out!

Thanks for spending some time with me!

New Project Finished!

I am super happy I have finished another project. 

I made a new pattern as I went along and this is what I came up with! I really am happy to get my yoga mat out from under the couch where i can see it and be reminded to use it more LOL!

I choose pink and black yarn and went to town crocheting!

Here it is folded up actually only in half really.

I thought pink and black were a natural choice considering my mat is pink and I like to match. Here I placed the bag over the mat so you can see it is a full size yoga mat.

Even with the mat in the bag there is plenty of room to add a towel and weights too maybe even your yoga clothes. Mine fit well with a bit of room to spare.

It also has a thick double icord strap that cinches the mat securely like a drawstring. Super easy to open and close and the mat slides in easily no struggling to be had. Just put another on my to do list for my daughter. These are great to gift especially for those people in your life that exercise but have everything.

Thanks for spending some time with me today I appreciate it! Keep an eye on my YT for the video!

A.C. crochet Cowl

Hey guys!

I have my first fall item finished! YAY!! lol

I was looking for a simple but elegant fun accessory for the fall wardrobe and this is what i came up with! My daughter said it reminded her of the video  game Assassins Creed hence the name. haha

here you can see the ribbing i did that runs the back of the cowl it is like an elegant Mohawk so to speak. plus it helps to denote the back side.

You can wear this as a normal cowl around your neck it gives really nice coverage keeping you snug and free of the cooler fall drafts.

Here it is propped on the crown of your head allowing the font part of your hair to be quite visible but still very comfy and provides freedom from those pesky drafts, while still looking stylish.

Here i pulled it forward to close around the face to protect from those nasty drafts and spiraling winds that come in the late fall and early winter. 

Need to cool off because overheating? hotflashes or just normal increase in body temp you can open up the base by the neck and allow a bit of air flow.

I love the versatility of a cowl and the subtle detail in this one is no exception can be worn dressed up or casual. Perfect for any chilly to absolute freezing day!

Here is a profile I love the texture the stitches create looks good from all angles.

And here is what it looks like from the back. I know we all wonder that and sometimes its hard to see that for ourselves when wearing it. I really think this is a great cowl for all occasions.

Perfect for gift giving too!

I will post a YT video for this this week so be sure to stop by my YT channel and check it out!

Thanks for stopping by have a great day!

Til next time!

Pokemon!

Im sure you have seen the craze by now about pokemon go.

My kids have been pokemon fans since they came out in the 90's, so it is natural that I make crafts that are inspired by it!

I myself do like pokemon but have not yet been swept up into the go craze. I say yet lol

I have recently been working on a few projects for a few upcoming birthdays and wanted to share with you all what i have been up to.

I do post to social media as well so please follow me if you are interested in seeing other creations i may not post here or on YT.

I love how these turned out! well, with the exception of the one that opens. However it isn't bad...

I will have a YT video available this week if you want to check it out!

I really love these they are perfect for the older kids whom all are drivers away at college!

I really love this project and hope you do also!

Here is the one i am not too happy about but I will make it work. Next time I believe I will make it in one piece to make it more round and not pill like in shape.

I do love the fact that you can stuff items inside and it is a gift in a gift!

Here it is closed see what i mean about pill shaped? yea no matter i know the kiddo getting this will not mind especially after it is opened and the gift inside is revealed. lol

Thanks for stopping by I will see you in the next post! Have a great week!

Tim Burton Anyone?

Halloween is my favorite holiday of all!

I love fall and everything that comes with it! Scary movies are the bomb, and all things spooky scary creepy and gory...not too gory. LOL

I have found either you are a fan of Burton or you are not, I have not found many in between.

I am a fan however and love OOGIE BOOGIE!

Here is a recent project I finished for my daughter. I actually finished this in two days. I most likely could have done it in one but i started late, very late one evening and finished it the next day. LOL

I really like how it turned out. I will have a video of this very soon on my YT channel so please look out for it.

But for now here is the finished picture for a sneak peak.

If you follow me on facebook you may have already seen this cutie!

As I was excited to share him!

Thanks for stopping by see you all next time!

It's been too long.

Life has definitely gotten the best of me, especially the last few years... if you follow me on yt you probably already know half the story... I was diagnosed with Hasimotos thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, ibs, anxiety and depression. I after a few years and many many doctor visits, plus a multitude of lifestyle changes am finally getting a bit of relief and hope that things are getting better in my life. I have lost roughly 30 or so pounds and am feeling much better about myself. I have struggled with losing weight the past three or four years, so it was nice to finally see some improvement. I'm an instant satisfaction type of girl in this department of my life. Lol. I still have my good days and my bad days. The bad unfortunately still outweigh the good but I'm working to try to improve that. I do not want this to be so heavy but I'm not quite sure there is a lighter way to discuss the journey I have been on for what seems eons... so I think brief and straightforward is the best...fits my personality anyways. Haha. I have also been going through a divorce which has been stressful but a blessing in disguise. It really has helped me to become stronger and no lie healthier...I know some are saying that's sad, I'm sorry, you're heartless, cold...umm no it wasn't a good situation and now things are finally coming together in my life...it really is a blessing.  I'm not sure what else to say except I will be slowly getting back on my social media accounts so if you are interested head over and follow me, and if you have any questions, concerns leave a message, or comment and I will do my best to get back to you asap. Have a great Day!

My first CROCHET pattern pdf!

Excited!

I am I have finally got around to putting together my first crochet pattern in pdf!

I thought it would be best to start with the most requested pattern!

So It will be available in digital format only.

I accept paypal ONLY!

 it will be available on my digital blog for purchase!

The pattern is choked full of pictures to help you along your way. 

It is a simple enough pattern for beginners but fun enough for advanced as well.

These are fantastic to any to any of your projects.

there are two sizes you can make both are in the pattern.

Hope you pop on by and check it out just click the link on the left to visit LittleRaven!

Hope you enjoy my edgy skulls!

Thanks for stopping by!

Boba anyone?

Boba Tea!

I absolutely love boba tea! Here is the problem....

There is NO where to buy it here! Not in the stores, not a aroma corner or other shop to purchase made yummy boba teas.... 

So like with anything else I can not find local I went and shopped Amazon! Yep I found some! Boy did I find some... I was overwhelmed at first, which do i buy and does it matter the boboa color...

Umm yea Noob here, i have no idea if there are certain boba for certain teas... So i just went with what I remember from trying a boba tea when we visited Florida.

Good old green tea and black boba pearls...

I thought it was going to be hard as hell to make and extremely complicated, but to my suprise it was super easy!

My boba pearls came out perfect! 

One thing though if your refrigerate leftovers be sure to heat them before using because they get firm... yep you guessed it I learned after i put them in my cold drink... Lets just say i had some extra chewy balls. lol

The finished product!

At a fraction of the cost, homemade and decadent!

Super yummy and amazingly delicious green tea boba! 

I think I could live on this in the spring and summer months, what a divine treat! 

Birthday Fun

I still have my birthday giveaway going on right now!

Today is my birthday yay!! So excited There is still time to participate in my giveaway if you want to send a rolodex card in for extra entries it has to be postmarked by April 30th and/or let me know through email or pm it is on its way. :)

Otherwise the comment section ends promptly on April 30th at 12 pm EST. So if you haven't already watched the video and commented please check it out I would greatly appreciate it!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moAXbKwQtBQ

I will be adding another prize to the giveaway and maybe more if the entries continue to rise! Spread the word and lets spread the love! 

Hope you all have a fantastic day!

File folder cards

Anything stationary I covet!

I had so much fun creating these file folder cards. I used papers from Websters pages and tpc studio. 

I also used a few images I have and some gifted as well.

I really enjoyed creating these.

They are addictive to make and use up scraps...Win win!

I will be making more of these. 

I have a more in detail video on my YT channel if you are interested.

just a few more...

I am seriously addicted to making these cards...I might have to make some bases up just to keep on hand for when the urge strikes...haha

Below i used some scrap paper and studio g embellies as well as a spellbinders die cut to create the card front.

The inside i used studio g banner and butterfly as well as a little bling in blue. The girl image is from cc designs love her. Colored her up with my copics.

Below I used scrap paper studio g embellies and bling as well as a spellbinders die and lawn fawn stamps and the girl image is cc designs love the soft look of this card.

Coffee and Tea 

Love them both so this card was a must!

using up more scraps and studio g ebellies as well as a bit of bling. The girl image is cc designs and the cup is from a tpc studio stamp set.

 I think is id by far my fave card I have made so far! out of pop ups that is...

I used some chipboard butterflies and studio g embellies as well as some odd girl images and some leaf die cuts and also a greeting farm image! i copic colored the flowers and the girl!

I am hooked these are so fun to create! 

They are like potato chips once you start you can't stop! XD

Oh my, Pop up cards!

How about some pop up cards?!

This first card is made from some scrap papers in my bin and I used a cc designs image that i copic colored and a bit of bling to match. 

The inside i kept  simple with a spellbinders die and a studio g cardstock sentiment.

I really like how these cards are turning out! Why didn't i use this die sooner... lol

Below I used scrap paper gifted to me by Crafty Adriana on YT, she is a sweetheart! I also used some studio g embellies along with a Magnolia image that was gifted to me and some lawn fawn fawn stamps too.

The last card for the day! 

More paper from Adriana with studio g sentiment and balloons. The little boy image is a ccdesigns creation and the fortune cookies are from lawn fawn.

I love how these cards came out! 

off to create some more!

Freebies!

If you are not following my digi blog you may want to!

Little Raven!
http://littleraven1.blogspot.com

Head over for a free digi in the freebie page!

Limited time only!!

if you do stop by to grab a digi please let me know would love your thoughts!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Flower embellishments

I forgot how much I loved crochet!

I have put down the hooks for so long and picked up my knitting needles and been stitching along. I have been slowly finishing items no where near as quick as my crochet projects but just as rewarding. Albeit, much less productive. 

I busted these cuties out in one siting. Yep i go until my hand ramps from the tiny hook. XD

But everyone has a breaking point, so i had to quit for the night.

I was recently gifted some buttons from Kristina (CraftyPaws on YT) through a wishing video from CraftyLori on YT. Please check them both out and show them some love!

Anyways, I used some of those buttons to create some crochet button flowers! I think they turned out cute! They could be used on all your projects knit, crochet project life, scrapbooking, pocket letters and flip books to name a few. 

Check out my YT channel to see the video on these super cute flowers I created! Here's a peek to wet your pallet!

You be the judge, cute or what?!

Pop up cards!

After a long hiatus, I am back into making some cards! It has been so nice to pull out some paper and start creating. I wanted to try something a little new, new to me at least. 

I had this sizzix pop n cuts die sitting on the shelf for some time now and never did get around to using it. So what better time than now right?

I used tpc studio papers and studio g cardstock embellishments as well as a few other die cuts and stamps to create the following lovelies.  i also used Tiddly inks, cc designs and the greeting farm images to adorn my cards. I hope you like them!

The inside is magical I love how the image pops right out at you! the best part is all the work is done for you with the pop n cuts die.

Here is another card I did just like the last with triple mounting and some embellies.

I kept the inside simple on this one so it is more subtle. I like how it turned out.

I think this would be a super sweet birthday card!

Dream big! Love the paper and hot air balloon on this card, perfect for the traveler or just someone who is a distance away...

How about sending love, hugs, well wishes across the miles...

Love this cc designs image.

I had so much fun making these cards, I think I may make a few more! They are so fun and addicting almost as good as chocolate! Ha nah nothing is that good! XD