Something different

Hello again (taking an unexpected break) 🌿

I’m still here—still creative, still making things—but at the moment I’ve had to take a short break from crocheting.

Not exactly by choice.

Recently, I managed to make myself properly sick. It seems to be some kind of allergy reaction. I hadn’t really thought about it before, but processed yarn creates a surprising amount of fine dust, and after working with it for a while, my sinuses decided they were absolutely not okay with that.

The result? A pretty bad sinus inflammation.

I rarely get sick, so of course when it happens, it feels like the end of the world. Slightly dramatic, but also… not entirely wrong.


Finding something else to do

Since I’ve decided to stay away from yarn (at least until I feel better), I needed something else to keep myself occupied.

So I started experimenting with some new software instead. Lately, I’ve been making small animated GIFs and even a few screensavers. Nothing major, just playing around and learning as I go—but it’s been surprisingly fun.

It’s nice to stay creative, even if it’s in a completely different way.


Hopefully back soon

I’m really hoping this is just a short pause.

With Christmas getting closer, I already have ideas for ornaments and decorations, and I’d love to get back to crocheting in time to actually make them.

For now, I’m resting, trying new things, and avoiding anything that looks even remotely dusty.

Not the plan I had—but not the worst detour either 🌿



Pink & Black winter socks

Greetings, fellow crocheters (and cold feet survivors) 🧦

The days are getting colder, which means one thing: it’s officially time to start making things that keep us warm and cozy—starting from the ground up.

Literally.


Crochet socks? Yes, really.

I know most people instinctively reach for knitting when it comes to socks. It’s the “proper” way, the traditional way, the way everyone quietly agrees on.

But honestly? Crocheted socks deserve more respect.

They can be just as pretty, just as practical, and—most importantly—just as warm. This particular pair falls into the category of stay at home, stay warm, and refuse to move unless necessary.


The idea (with room for chaos)

I started with a simple short sock-slipper concept, something easy and functional. Then, because I can never quite leave things alone, I added a longer leg section for extra warmth.

No strict pattern here—just building it up row by row. You can make them as long or as short as you like, play with different stitches, mix colours, combine yarns… there are no rules. Which is exactly how I like it.


The result

They turned out soft, warm, and very comfortable—perfect for slow days at home. And I have to admit, they look quite interesting too, in that slightly “did you make those yourself?” kind of way.

Which, yes. Yes, I did.


Yarn & details

For this pair, I used Red Heart Lisa yarn (100% acrylic), exactly two 50g balls.

They’re made to fit:

  • EU size: 39–40
  • UK: 6–6.5 (women)
  • US/Canada: 8.5–9 (women)

And yes… I am fully aware that I should probably start writing patterns down before they vanish from my memory forever. That would be the sensible thing to do.

Unfortunately, that also sounds suspiciously like another part-time job.


Final thoughts

For now, I’m just enjoying the process—making, experimenting, and somehow still sticking with crochet longer than any of my previous “phases.”

Honestly, I’m a little impressed with myself.

In the photos below, you can see the different stages of the project, along with the final result 🧶