For me, pattern writing requires colored ink, lots of scribbles, plenty of coffee and water. And time, of course! (The one thing I'm usually short on...) #AuburnElephant #crochet #crochetersofinstagram #patterns #design #crochetwithkindness

This set of gloves and hat had the ribbed edging and a diamond-like detail. The top was more open so it would fit those big messy buns! And I'm sort of in love with this style of short fingerless gloves! 😍💖 Watch for the patterns to the 3 sets soon! #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #crochet #fancy

Set 2 of the beanie/gloves that I designed recently. These are so simple but the #ILoveThisYarnMetallics gives them a little pop of special! #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #crochet #EXTRA #sparklesalltheway

I had an order for a ponytail hat and glove set that needed to be "extra" for a fabulous lady running a new year's 5K. This is one of 3 sets I came up with (because I can never make up my mind about things)! I LOVE the way it turned out and you can bet I'll be writing up the pattern soon. I'll share the other 2 designs this week. :) #AuburnElephant #crochet #crochetersofinstagram #polkadots #itssparklyyarntoo #ILoveThisYarn #HobbyLobby

I'm loving the color changes in this Scarfie yarn. I feel silly that this is the first time I've tried it. I have lots of ideas for it now! #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #crochetallday #lionbrandyarns #scarfie #NeverEndingToDoList #WIP

Working on a new stitch today. I think it looks like a row of bows! #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #crochet #bows #WIP #WIPWednesday

Decided that I didn't have enough projects to get behind on and thought I'd give knitting another go. Trying a herringbone pattern that seems to be sort of coming together but feels too sloppy and I may need to start over. I'll get the hang out it eventually! #AuburnElephant #knit #knittingisharderthanitlooks #imissmyhook #crafts

I definitely feel like my fortune cookie is judging the number of WIPs I have going on... #toomanyWIPs #WorksInProgress #crochet #notenoughhoursintheday #spotonfortunecookie

FINALLY getting around to publishing this Kitty Plush pattern that I mentioned awhile back. I tried several different colors and they all looked adorable! Get the pattern: http://ow.ly/GHzE30kpHHM #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #crochet #kitty #freepattern

These cute little kitties were part of my 5yo's cat-themed birthday party. I'm finishing up the pattern to share as well! #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #cats #crochet

This is the result of my first Crochet Project Challenge Box. I wasn't sure at first, then I loved it in progress and now I'm not sure again. I want to try another with a different color combo. I am proud of myself for getting this done about a week after I posted about it. Now to keep going! ;) #AuburnElephant #projectchallenge #crochet #ILoveThisYarnPrints

BRAIN SLUG!!!!! The #BernatBabyBlanket yarn made this ami sooo plush and perfect! Get the free pattern here: http://ow.ly/mu7E50ha9sW #Crochet #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #BrainSlug #Futurama #ZoidbergIsMyFavorite

I'm working on some super squishy ami using #BernatBabyBlanket yarn today. I LOVE how soft and fuzzy this yarn is! Maybe I'll actually get around to making a blanket with it some day... #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #crochet #WhatDoYouThinkImMaking?

My project challenge box #1 is underway. I changed the design for this about halfway through. Now I'm on the fence about if I like it or not. But I'm committed to seeing it through at this point. I'll keep you updated! #crochet #crochetprojectchallenge #auburnelephant #IStillNeedCreativeVibes

Okay, I have a confession. I am not a naturally tidy person. I want to be, I wish I was but alas I'm not. I could be though, it would just take a lot more focus and effort (read my Hard Work blog post....). So it's no surprise that my yarn storage is a disaster. I tried going through some the other day and it was overwhelming. I've told myself a million times that I need to use the yarn I have instead of buying more but then I find myself at #Joanns or #HobbyLobby buying more. I came up with an idea that I think will help though and I want to share it. I went and bought some of those plastic shoeboxes from Walmart (the ones that are 94¢) and I'm creating "Project Challenge Boxes." So I put skeins in each box that I've either had for a while and not used or some that I thought coordinated well or a weight that I'm not used to. And now I'm challenging myself to come up with a project for each box. I'm hoping to get to one box a week but I'll give myself 2 to start with. Send me some creative vibes and tidy energy! #creativejuicesflowing #crochet #auburnelephant #crochetprojectchallenge #ItsHardToForgetHandmade #crochetersofinstagram

Teehee! Chunky robot butt in progress.

Apparently today is #NationalUnicornDay, which sounds fabulous! Also fabulous is this adorable Unicorn Plush with a recently updated/corrected FREE pattern! Check it out here: auburnelephant.com/home/unicorn-plush #Crochet #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #Unicorn #CrochetersofInstagram #ItsHardToForgetHandmade

I've had 4 different projects on my hooks today and I actually managed to finish 2 of them. Yay! This super adorable repurposed scarf dress is one of them! I hope to have a pattern out soon. #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #repurposed #ItsHardToForgetHandmade #crochet #SoManyWIPs

Finished up my Tiramisu Blanket pattern today. The simple stitches create an amazing texture and #CaronBigCakes makes the perfect stripes! Get the pattern here: auburnelephant.com/home/tiramisu-blanket * * #crochet #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram #yarnspirations #Tiramisu #yarn

Working on a new blanket using a stitch I found in an old crochet book. I'm in love with the texture! #crochet #AuburnElephant #oldisnewagain #crochetersofinstagram #caronbigcakes #yarn

Scored a major deal on a bagful of @yarnspirations Caron Big Cakes from @michaelsstores! Now... How to decide what to make first? Hmm... #AuburnElephant #iloveclearancetags #crochetaddict #yarn #yarnspiration #Therearesomanyprojects

You know that moment when you've been putting off a project so long you never think it will get done? That's where I've been with this Groot. Had I remembered to write down the pattern the first time, I would have been done a lot quicker. Oh well! #LiveandLearn ... FREE PATTERN @ auburnelephant.com/home/toddler-groot ... #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #crochet #guardiansofthegalaxy #groot #iamgroot #crochetersofinstagram #geek

Toddler Groot coming soon! #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #crochet #itshardtoforgethandmade

I saw this bag a while back at Joann and went, "Yes!" But my aversion to paying full price for anything made me wait. I found this one later with a damaged sticker because the seam was coming apart. Since I am, in fact, crafty like a fox it's an easy fix and I got my bag cheap! :)

I've made dozens of various hats/earwarmers and scarves. Yet, these are the ones I choose to wear almost every time. They are some of the first ones I made. They are softened from multiple washes and starting to show their age but that only means they are broken in just right. #crochet #AuburnElephant #crochetersofinstagram

Trying to get back into creating again. I've had a bit of a block lately. Can you tell who this is going be? #crochet #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #creativejuicesflowing

There's time to make your own Spooky Minis for Halloween! #HappyHalloween #AuburnElephant #Amigurumi #crochet #crochetersofinstagram ... Auburnelephant.com/home/spooky-minis

Mini Adipose! I can't even! He's soooo cute!

When it is too nice to keep the kids inside, you bring your yarn and hook to the park! #crochet #crochetinpublic #AuburnElephant

These TMNT gloves have been a big hit at our house. #TMNT #NinjaTurtles #DressUp #Crochet #AuburnElephant #Cowabunga http://www.auburnelephant.com/home/tmnt-gloves

This hat and diaper cover set came out so cute! I can't wait to see pictures of baby girl in them! #Unicorn #Crochet #AuburnElephant #AllTheCuteness auburnelephant.com/home/unicorn-photo-set

Love this little Hedwig! He's a great friend to have around. #AuburnElephant #HedwigTheOwl #HarryPotter #Crochet #HarryPotterCrochet #Amigurumi http://ow.ly/JIi930b2lC7