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…. has been busy!!!! Let it go about the discussions (by telephone and in person) had with the vet ….. Long story, I only hope my cat gets better in few days …. On Wednesday, my "little" Tobia had  (with all the grade 6 Design Technology class!) the "Cultural Snack" presentation from 8am to 10:30am and the parents were all invited to participate …. It was funny how to see the minimal presentation set by the boys, while the girls were more aware of the importance of a good eye-catching table ….. Tobia prepared for the occasion spaghetti with tuna …. it's not a proper snack, but my boy insisted :"It's so good mamma!"…. Then, I started a new crochet project, something for myself, following a pattern by Nicki Trench on a book that I own and that  Alison  made me remember of !!!! Thank you Ali !!! This is what my hook is crocheting….. I've just added a new colour yesterday …. The pat...

…. Well,  last year  it was a lot of fun participating at this link-up, so why not join again this year, too ???? HERE  you can find all the links of the projects of this year !!!! This 2014 Crafty Christmas Tutorial Link-Up is hosted by Laura Howard of  Bugs and Fishes  !!!!! Thank you Laura !!!! So here I'm, with new ornaments to share with you all  …. …. oh sure, it's another crochet project (as last year : click  here ) !!!!! It's a colourful one ! It presents some different options ( Santa with or without gloves and boots; pom pom or not ? for Santa's hat or just a simple brim - or you prefer scallops ?- for his slouchy beanie !) and  it doesn't require a lot of yarn or time, but some patience !!! This is why I think this project is not suitable for crochet beginners, not because of difficult stitches involved, but because some experience in the field helps and avoid some stress in the accomplishment of the steps you need to follo...