First graph ghan project...

I finally found a place (Hobby Lobby) that had an afghan hook longer than 10". It's not a lot longer, but I found a Susan Bates 14" hook...on top of that, it was only $2.68!! I just can't make myself pay $20 (including shipping) and wait 3 weeks for a longer, handmade one at the moment. Maybe if I'm REALLY good this year, I will get an 18" one from MoEz...and of course those are only available on the internet...lol. I tried my hand at making one out of wood, but I didn't get it sanded enough and it kept getting caught on my yarn. I didn't sand it more because I was so into getting started on my project, I just made due with the 14" hook I found. We'll see how it comes out and I will try to keep updated pictures on it as I go along.

So far, I have 12 rows done (in between laundry, dishes and the kids talking to me) so I think I am doing alright. There's a great CAL (crochet-a-long) on crochetville.org and it has kept me even more excited! I love all the folks on there...they are great cheerleaders at those times you are feeling a little discouraged. Anyways...here is a picture of my project so far...