Author Archives: shandeh

About shandeh

I started knitting in 2003, and it is now a major part of my life. In 2010, I learned how to crochet better as well, in the Bernat Mystery Blanket CAL. Now, I am confident with both crafts!

Community Update – Bamboo Crochet Vest CAL – Week 3

Posted on May 18, 2013 by shandeh

Yum!  I just love using this heavenly soft Bernat Bamboo yarn! As I work with it each day, I fall in love with it all over again. Maybe it’s time for a lifetime partnership? Ha! After just a couple weeks, … Continue reading →

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Community Update – Spring Bamboo CAL Week 2

Posted on May 11, 2013 by shandeh

Have you decided to join us for our Spring Bamboo Crochet Vest Crochet-Along?  I hope that you are able to make this lovely vest with us. The Bernat Bamboo yarn is absolutely LUSCIOUS! So soft and creamy and dreamy and…..just wonderful! … Continue reading →

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Community Update – Spring Bamboo CAL Week #1

Posted on May 6, 2013 by shandeh

Bernat yarn crafters have some fun things happening for the spring and summer months.  Our hooks and needles will be busy creating so many lovely projects. Our Bamboo Crochet Crochet-Along (CAL) got started this past week!  The first step is … Continue reading →

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Community Update – Spring CAL!

Posted on April 27, 2013 by shandeh

Our Spring Crochet Along starts next week!  Have you got your skeins of Bernat Bamboo yarn ready?  I have a lovely stash in the color “Linen”, and I can’t keep my hands away from it!  In my opinion, Bernat Bamboo … Continue reading →

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Community Update #32

Posted on April 20, 2013 by shandeh

Have you noticed the updated look to Bernat’s yarn web pages?  I am really loving all the nice, BIG swatches for each Bernat yarn.   Take a look at the Bernat Softee Chunky page.  Wow!  It’s like I’m RIGHT THERE, … Continue reading →

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Community Update #31

Posted on April 13, 2013 by shandeh

Yes!  We WILL be having a Spring Crochet-Along (CAL), using yummy Bernat Bamboo yarn!  Woo Hoo!  Can’t wait to make that beautiful Crochet Vest! Thanks to Patty for recommending this CAL by commenting earlier in the Bernat Blog. So, get your … Continue reading →

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Community Update #30

Posted on April 8, 2013 by shandeh

It was a dark and stormy night…..   (tee-hee)   Good thing I had plenty of Bernat yarn in my stash!  Stormy nights are actually kinda fun for me, because I get to use a different color on my Bernat … Continue reading →

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Community Update #29

Posted on March 30, 2013 by shandeh

My yarns are winning in Bernat Yarn Madness!  Woo Hoo!  I’m gonna keep cheering for Handicrafter Cotton, Mosaic, and Softee Baby - so PUMPED to see which ones are gonna compete in the final four showdown.  Can you predict which Bernat yarns … Continue reading →

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Community Update #28

Posted on March 23, 2013 by shandeh

Woo Hoo!  Bernat Softee Baby won its first matchup in Bernat Yarn Madness! GO SOFTEE BABY!!  :D   But, part of me is kinda sad to see Bernat Baby Blanket lose the contest.  I always feel sorry for the underdog. … Continue reading →

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Community Update #27

Posted on March 16, 2013 by shandeh

Are you ready for Bernat Yarn Madness?  I’m looking forward to seeing what’s in store for us.  I’m gonna be cheering for Bernat Mosaic, Softee Baby, and Handicrafter Cotton.  They are my favorites from the competing yarns on the grid.  Which … Continue reading →

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