Well, this week I’m officially on the radiation roadway. On Monday, I had my simulation where the radiology tech walks you through a sample treatment procedure and shows you all the machines. I also had my form made. It’s a big blue pillow that is filled with bead-like material which is similar to a bean [...]
Filed under: My Pink Journey on August 30th, 2008 | 6 Comments »
For all you dishcloth lovers out there, here is my free star dishcloth pattern that I created. It is crocheted with 5 points and uses a granny square stitch. The center can be crafted with recycled plastic bags or plarn which creates a center scrubbie.
Here is the option to crochet the dishcloth using just cotton.
Filed under: Plastic Bag Crafts, Yarn Projects on August 22nd, 2008 | 12 Comments »
Yesterday, I had my radiation consultation which is the next step in my breast cancer treatment. I was told at the beginning that radiation would be necessary for about 6-7 weeks following completion of my chemo. Unfortunately it’s every day, five days a week, and I live 80 miles round trip from the nearest Hospital [...]
Filed under: My Pink Journey on August 16th, 2008 | 18 Comments »
Just in time before Summer is over, crochet this handy water bottle holder from recycled plastic bags or plarn. It has a convenient sling shoulder strap and holds a reusable Nalgene 32 oz/1000 ml or one liter water bottle. This makes a wonderful water bottle holder because the bag is crocheted using plastic bags, you [...]
Filed under: Plastic Bag Crafts on August 13th, 2008 | 13 Comments »
Need a cute summer handbag? Why not crochet yourself this hobo handbag from recycled plastic bags. Who said trash can’t be stylish when you can create something this cute and useful from plarn. This handbag purse is lined and has a magnetic clasp for a closure. It measures 8″ x 11″ at the widest [...]
Filed under: Crocheted Bags, Plastic Bag Crafts on August 2nd, 2008 | 14 Comments »
