My double dilemma

Until recently the majority of my attention was directed toward creating baby sets, scarfs, and holiday items.  The problem with that is I was limiting how often I was creating.  I find myself in a craft store at least once a week and I cant help but be drawn to certain materials.  Most people buy yarn in order to complete a project they have in mind.  I on the other hand often see a yarn that calls to me and I buy it knowing eventually a worthy project will pop into my head.  There is just so much potential in a skein of yarn.  This unavoidable crafting addiction has lead me to quite a beautiful collection of yarn (which might not be a problem if I lived in a beautiful country home with craft room included, but my family's small New York apartment does put some constraints on my crafting).

So I found myself in a double dilemma, I wanted to expand the type of craft projects I was working on to something that can keep me busy year round and I needed to find the right project for some of my treasured yarn collection.  After some web surfing and thinking I decided I finally had the perfect use for my beautiful bright 100% cotton yarn.  It is so soft and springy and all the flowers springing up inspired me.  I began my first set of crochet 100% cotton washcloths.  My best friend thought I was nuts, "Who needs crochet washcloths?!?"

After one use I was convinced everyone needs a set of these in their life.  Sure there are 100% cotton machine made washcloths but these are so much better. I love that with every wash they get softer and softer, kind of like your favorite old t-shift!  Not only did I use them for my personal "spa" exfoliating and cleansing needs, they are great for clean ups around the house.  I love to do my polishing and dusting with these because they don't scratch the surfaces and they are so absorbent. 

Yes I was sold that these were a great year round project that anyone could find uses for, plus they could be made to match any decor.  I set right away to make a few sets and put them up for sale.  So far the response has been great, so to answer my friend's question, no I am not nuts (well at least not for this reason) and plenty of people have found a need for these in their lives.

I get so excited to see them added to baby and bridal shower gifts.  Some of my customers have ordered sets to bring to dinner parties instead of the traditional desserts or wine.  They have been a Mother's Day gift hit.  Even some of my male customers have raved about their usefulness for car washing and detailing (I'm pretty sure they indulge in so spa time too, car maintenance just sounds more masculine)... And my favorite of all is when someone tells me they are buying a set to treat themselves!  I love hearing the personal stories of each item I personally create :)  

If you are interested in spoiling yourself with a set of these washcloths you can visit my online shop by clicking here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/HandcraftedHolidays