Absolutly gorgeous hatchet job

This cat looks like it probably would tear anyone else to shreds, but she's his human.

Odds are strong that the apron is made of sack cloth. And the trimmings from the pattern were pieced into a quilt somehow.

It's a drag, it's a bore, it's really such a pity
To be looking at the board, not looking at the city

Muttonchops! 🧡

I've seen steppers & bicycle pedals while thrifting before. Maybe try to find a cheap one to see if you like it? Personally I'd probably pick the bicycle pedals. I feel like the stepper would have me rocking side to side & it would be hard to put my hook where I want it amidst all that wiggling. 😄

My small town library was the biggest branch in the system. Waldenbooks was a treat at 1hr away. The closest giant bookstore (Books-A-Million) was 2hrs and was a euphoric utopia. Late 80s/ early 90s. When Overdrive and Libby came along, I rejoiced.

If you also crochet, you could make a mandala/doily and stretch it on an embroidery hoop to hang on your wall. Another idea is to make various lacy motifs and stitch them onto jeans, jackets, bags...