It started last week but I just started today. Guess I finally found something that would h old my attention. I've been trying to finish 4th of July Hat and top/dress for the 1 year old across the street . . . just doesn't interest me. So I'm using the thread (Bernat Handicrafter Crochet Thread) and a size 7 steel hook. Now, when I finish, I'll have something for each patriotic holiday that comes around.