Thursday craft goals update – Week 25 – and Knitted Mug Hugs winner

Thursday Craft Goals Update

Last week, I did some reflection on the craft goals I haven’t made any progress on, and I really appreciate everyone who took time to comment and share some feedback.   I decided that I will trim and replace on my list to be a bit more realistic about what I can accomplish in the next half of the year (and to keep having fun!).  I present to you my updated list of craft goals that I hope to complete by May 1, 2012.  (I kept the ones that I’ve already accomplished on the list, because it is great to see them there!)

Personal crafting goals

1. Work my way through Crochet Master Class: Lessons and Projects from Today’s Top Crocheters.  Instead of using the patterns, I’d like to create my own project (for myself and/or for teaching) for each technique/skill in the book. * In progress * (view these posts for details)
2. Make something handmade for my mom and sister for the holidays (or their birthdays).  Possible sources of inspiration include Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks or something from my growing collection of vintage crochet books. * Modified/combined *
3. Read Knitting from the Top.
4. Create a contemporary interpretation of one of the vintage patterns I have in my collection. * Modified *
5. Limit new yarn purchases, increase the ratio of natural to synthetic fibers in my stash, and continue to destash any yarn or notions that I won’t be using in the near future.  * Modified *
6. Make and donate more charity crochet projects in 2012 than in 2011.  * New *
7. Participate (however briefly) in a Ravelry CAL.  * New *

Professional crafting goals

1. Read Producing Video Podcasts. * Finished (sort of) *
2. Create and post at least three videos (tutorials or projects/patterns) on my blog or website.  * Completed *
3. Publish at least five patterns. * Completed *
4. Blog at least twice a week. * In progress *
5. Teach in at least two conferences/festivals.  * Completed *
6. Read The Knitgrrl Guide to Professional Knitwear Design.  * Completed *
7. Write the book proposal that I’ve been thinking about – and send it out.  * In progress *
8. Figure out how to do super cool stuff on WordPress.  * In progress *
9. Take better photographs, along with all that entails.   * In progress *
10. Become a CYC Certified Knitting Instructor (Level I-Instructor).  * In progress *

You can check out my original list here.  Next week, I will go back to my routine of providing weekly updates on my progress.

Knitted Mug Hugs winner

The winner of Val Pierce’s Knitted Mug Hugs (Twenty to Make) giveaway, courtesy of Search Press, is…

Rose!

Congratulations, and thanks to everyone who entered!  I have one more Search Press book to review and giveaway, so check back in the next few days for details!

To find more blogs participating in Blogtoberfest 2011, visit Tinnie Girl.  For Blogtoberfest 2011 giveaways, visit Curly Pops.

Reminder:

• If you want to learn to crochet or improve your skills, you can still join in on my Crochet 101 crochet-a-long.  For details, read this post.

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