bento 06-08-2009

bento 06-08-2009, originally uploaded by ztosmom.

For my first day at work, I made this bento out of the left-overs from last night. Not really that pretty but it works for me. :)

I got to use my new punchers.  Even though it's out of proportion, it works.

MingMing - Amigurumi #6

Tonight's project was the duck pattern.  Isn't he cute?

This was requested by my son this morning.  He's growing up so fast.  He already knows what he wants.

Lavander Cupcake with sprinkles

My 5th venture into amigurumi.  I am now doing much better on the loops.  They are relatively even.  The shape is now good.  Stitching/ embroidering the eyes, lips and assembly of the parts are now much much better.  Practice does make perfect.  I am now confident enough to put sprinkles on him.

Coffee or Tea?

This project is from Amigurumi World, Seriously Cute Crochet by Ana Paula Rimoli as all of my first amis.  I am having a fun time creating these even though my fingers sometimes get cramped from doing them.

It really helps if you have a good hook to work with.  I was having a hard time with the first hook I bought (Susan Bates 4mm).  Holding it was not very comfortable.  Last Saturday I decided to splurge a bit (I also had a coupon so that took the sting out of paying over $6.00 for it) and got a Clover brand hook with a wider handle.  It's soo much more comfy and easier to work with.

And I also got some $1.00 mini punches for my bento collection.