I have been working on knitting some new pot holders and hot pads for my kitchen. My existing supply was in dire need of replenishing, so, instead of buying new ones, I decided to create my own. It's a very simple pattern of garter stitch made in spring and summer colors of cotton yarn. I can easily pick them up and knit a few rows here and there whenever I have a spare minute. I am still working on the red, white and blue ones that I wanted to get finished for the July 4Th holiday...and didn't.

The satisfaction I get from using things made by my own hands is tremendous, not to mention the tranquility I experience when doing the actual knitting. It never ceases to amaze me that you can take some yarn and two "sticks" and turn out all manner of necessaries or clothing and gifts. All you need is patience and perseverance, and the satisfaction of creating something uniquely your own will result in many delightful hours, and projects you can be proud of.