Since committing to making an altar cloth, I temporarily set aside the lace project to hone my basic crochet skills. I have been doing plenty of yarn work the past few weeks that will all be donated to the refugee center in Boise: soft, warm afghans (for children) and extra thick pot holders (to accompany kitchen cooking sets). I also crafted a chunky cowl scarf for my oldest daughter.
The angle and speed with which I stitch does not seem to compromise fine motor ability, so maneuvering the hook has been therapeutic for my "silly" hands. Ultimately, my crochet time has been a super fun venture, boosting my skill ego while bringing me one step closer to a finished altar cloth.
