Doileys, but not as you know it!
28th November 09
I’ve finished it!
I love it!
And the skin is slowly starting to regrow on my thumb (from all the cutting).
Initially it was going to be a basket, but I couldn’t get the image of doileys out of my head. Originally it was a duvet cover from ty hafan my local charity shop (where I probably spend more money than if I shopped at Howells). But now, my entry into Folksy Upcycle competition is…
And in action
There you go – doileys – but not as you know it!
Dragonskin gauntlets
27th November 09
You know when you see something, or get a new ball of wool, or an idea you just have to start it right away? Why do they always come at once is what I want to know! The latest copy of Inside Crochet came through my door last week, and at that precise time I was, I say was, on top of everything. They won’t take long, and they were calling me, so I started… Then I remembered about the upcycle competion and the deadline is fast approaching, then I sold 2 more scarflettes on Folksy and all of a sudden my fingers are hurting so much, I have no skin on my thumb, and my right forefinger alternates between being numb and burning.
But look at these
Aren’t they truly gorgeous!
A little treat for my hands!
Fortissima Socka Mexiko wool, beautiful and soft #3 hook,and only took about a fifth of the wool!
And my comp entry is coming along brilliantly, painfully, but brilliantly – pictures soon.
Upcycling
26th November 09
Mad busy at the minute with replenishing depleating scarf stocks (which is great news, but not for my fingers) and trying to finish my entry into Folksy Upcycle Christmas Competition.
Its a great idea, take something from a charity shop and upcycle it! There are some great judges, Wayne Hemingway MBE and India Knight among others so i’m very excited! You can see other entries on Folksy – and here is a little taster of what i’m creating….
What do you think?
Golden Strands
13th November 2009
Who says Friday the 13th is unlucky- from now on I rename it Fantastic Friday! Why, well you obviously haven’t seen the December issue of Beads and Beyond magazine, page 60 to be precise. Showing my shocking inability to express myself verbally I keep alternating between saying ‘OH MY GOD!’, ‘I CAN’T BELIEVE IT!,and ‘I KNOW!’
Yes, that creation called ‘golden Strands’ is mine – in print!
I have to say I really enjoyed doing it, when you have to photograph and explain every stage of what you do it really makes you think. That enforced slowing down of the thought process is so beneficial, I have so many ideas that I tend to rush what I’m doing to get onto the next one, when if we slow down sometimes and notice what we are doing it can open up a whole new window we never thought about.
If anyone does try the tutorial please let me know and see your results. I will now finish on an apology for all the shouting and exclaimation marks in this post – I am a little excited!
4th November 09
If any of you do your own craft fairs and make jewellery, you must visit Boo’s blog. Not only does she have gorgeous jewellery, but also lots of free tutorials. I’ve just made the necklace stand from her template and it really is amazing! Now I can display my necklaces properly as opposed to lying flat on the table. I am so envious of people who can think laterally (?) or is the word just clearly (!), i’m not sure, but she is one clever lady.
I’ve also been really remise in not mentioning the Crafteroo Children in Need shop we have set up again on Foksy. We have all donated items, and all the money goes to the charity, last year we raised over £600 for Comic Relief! So if you fancy doing your bit, while having fun at the same time, check us out here.
Finally, i’m buzzing this week, i’ve been featured on two, yes two fabulous blogs, one of my bracelets on Found on Folksy and one of my bags on UKHandmade. Talk about glowing!
An new flower pattern
02 November 09
I’ve mentioned Crafteroo a few times, for me, its been a life saver. Now, I’m not one for dramatic pronouncements, but it really has helped me. I had been toying with the idea of selling my wares, but never had the confidence or know how to. But after finding this craft forum I discovered lots of new friends who, though we have never met, have helped me more than anyone. Just being able to talk to people who share your interests alone is enough, in fact that really is everything. But aside from that wonderful fact I’ve had help, advice and support in the bucket load. I cannot say enough how wonderful the internet is!
Anyway, enough of that, I got slightly side tracked there, (but, getting side tracked again, I do think we are quick enough to moan if things aren’t right, but often not quick enough to praise if things are good) Ali, has a great blog, as does her other half actually (wonderful pictures of flowers) and has created a new crochet flower pattern and asked people to test it for her. Who doesn’t love a new pattern, so, with the boys packed off to Cardiff Citys match against Nottingham, I had a free Sunday afternoon! So, black and white film on telly, glass of wine in one hand and a hook in the other – absolute bliss!
What do you think?
I used a wool that I have been dying to use for ages, a beautiful Kid merino from crystal palace yarns and a 3.5mm hook. I love it, easy to follow pattern and a gorgeously delicate flower. I can picture loads, on mass, making a beautiful cushion cover…
So, if you fancy a fab new flower pattern, pop over to Ali’s blog, craft matters!
