Confessions of a YarnAddict (Free subscription) | 20/11/2009
Yes this is still a knitting blog but my current knitting is secret. You'll see it in Yarn Forward in the new year sometime (issue 22 I think). So in the meantime let's take a look at some crocheting I've been doing. When I desperately needed a break from secret knitting in the last couple of weeks I've been doing this: The purple squares are Bambino Sock yarn and I think they are the leftover bit...
Kiss & Blog (Free subscription) | 20/11/2009
Crochet bikinis - crochet anything, really - send a mixed message. On one hand, there's the loose-weave lewdness of sweet lady-parts so covered. On the other is the 'my mother made this and sells them at the local craft fair' stigma. Not so sexy. I guess it's not a mystery why our beaches aren't awash with multi-coloured unravelling wool 'kinis. And here is Friday's Fluffer photo - safe for work....
Vintage Fashion Guild (Free subscription) | 19 hours ago
In this economy, it's harder than ever to look your best. There are pieces to splurge on but the fact is that most of us will look to vintage as a way to get a unique look for less. I'll be posting vintage finds for $20 and under. Every week you'll be treated to unique fashion finds for just a Jackson or less. 1. Men's Vintage 50's Leather Hunting Hat Cap With Ear Flaps Size 7 1/8 from ClubVintage...
eread world (Free subscription) | 6 hours ago
I know that a lot of crafting books and magazines are expensive. If you are a teacher or a mom you are probably looking for some great craft ideas for the kids. Making your own crafts is also a great inexpensive way to give gifts at the office. Here are some links [...]
Farm Girl Roots, City Girl Style (Free subscription) | 15 hours ago
I miss weekends like this! I'm in my flat this weekend--no commitments, no plans, and, don't let me jinx this, but focus and ambition. I've gotten a lot done today already--picked up things I needed this morning, home by 10 with lunch, window plastic, and a new mattress pad in tow and the oil changed in my Jeep (a task that was LONG overdue). So far, I've done a bunch of laundry, switched the bedroom...
whip up (Free subscription) | 16 hours ago
I do love a garland/bunting – they seem to add joy a sense of festiveness to any occasion. 1. adorable sewn paper bunting from geninne [see pic above] 2. Make a Chanukah Bunting at dollar store crafts. 3. family banner [via bella dia] 4. Deck the Halls – stamped paper bunting 5. craft blog has an easy bunting tutorial 6. mycakies [...]
gamma ways (Free subscription) | 13 hours ago
As any fashionista worth her weight in Jimmy Choos can tell you, the obligatory visions—a close-up of a yellow ice lolly starting to melt at the bottom or the new CFDA Design Edition khakis at the GAP—never cease. Her recent foray into crochet caused snow storms everywhere. Greatto accessorize with the everyday ensemble; since, as everybody except for Leonard Cohen knows, wearing white...
* p u m p k i n * (Free subscription) | yesterday
RESTOCKABLE cloudy grey true color creamy ivory yummy lace! true color crochet trimming at the sleeve crochet trimming at the ruffle bottom close up to die for! as elegant as it may sound,it is impressively beautiful upfront.slouchy dressy top/mini dress with a touch of lace all over the it and crochet trimmings,it makes you scream ooh la la!!gear it up with a waist belt,ultra skinny jeans and a fedora...
snipsnaphappy's world (Free subscription) | yesterday
Lillia needed a name tag for her nursery bag and I was in a crafty mood (as usual) so I made this... My embroidery needs improvement of course but it does the job! It occured to me afterwards that something this simple would make a good little smelly lavendar pouch. Or maybe a nice christmassy cinnamon and clove pouch, hmm, yes I might have to do that. I am loving using lace on things at the moment....
Meet Me At Mikes (Free subscription) | yesterday
1. Hankies for the Heartbroken & HayFeverish , 2. Gadget Cosy from a Vintage Napkin , 3. Sausage Dog , 4. Made A Florally Summer Throw... , 5. A Granny A Day , 6. Making Finger Puppets , 7. Mikes Fabric Bangles , 8. Woodland Granny Square , 9. Baby Felt Bunting , 10. Tortoiseshell 'I can Fly' Brooch , 11. Ari and Pip's Fox Embroidery , 12. Foxy , 13. Blythe's quilt , 14. Ike Rosen inspired cushion...
Veggies,Crafts & Tails (Free subscription) | yesterday
Time to enjoy the last vibrant colors of fall! The “white stuff” is on the way….I can feel it! Any snow where you are? Speaking of snow, I’m on a beret/crochet blitz lately. If you happen to have any good patterns to share for crochet/knit berets, please share. I’ll be posting a couple of finished berets [...]
Becks makes. (Free subscription) | yesterday
Well ok, not completely different........same basic materials, needles and wool. But used in a very different way. Meet little Santa: Can you see how he's made? He's needle felted! So he's not amazing, and I haven't been able to get a good face, but I did so enjoy creating him. It's very therapeutic and stress relieving, the repeated jabbing of the needle into the fibre until the shape begins to appear....
Fibermania (Free subscription) | yesterday
COWLABUNGA! It feels like playing dress-up with color. I needed an all purpose neckwarmer that would go with anything in my wardrobe and this fills the bill. Purples, pinks, orangey reds, aqua, green, lavender. Just about everything but yellow. Wear it loose or fastened and feature the color of the garment or its contrast. Knit in seed stitch it integrates the changing yarns for a better blend. I used...
Daisy Darling (Free subscription) | yesterday
The weather has been awful by us but on the plus side I have been able to curl up by the fire with my crochet and dare I say it... a mince pie!! I've finished a buggy blanket for my little one but as you can see it seems to have been adopted by our Purdy cat who has been a real home bird since our other cat died. I've also made a scarf for my eldest using some lovely soft yarn and am now making
scrappyjacky (Free subscription) | yesterday
Today something unique is happening...........and I'm really excited to be part of it........a Creative Circle Blog Party............8 crafters from various parts of the world...........showcasing 8 different crafts.............how cool is that...........I'm hoping you'll visit them all.......they're a real talented bunch..........you're in for a delicious crafty treat.........and you wouldn't want...
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