bluekarin Posted March 1, 2011 Share Posted March 1, 2011 I have been trying to make crochet bookmarks - not the regular rectangular ones. I've had an idea in my head for a while, but just trying to put the idea in reality is proving a little difficult. I will pop some pics up when I've done a few more prototypes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 I've been making large, needle felted, brooches......for want of a better word, they're for lapels, bags, hats..... This one is Shetland with black Wensleydale curls... Purple.....Merino and silk.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 I like to top one Lesley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Look good on your crocheted hat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 I have just made my first ever Amigurumi - an elephant! Off to parents evening, again, so will pop a pic up later when I get back and upload to photobucket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Look good on your crocheted hat They'd look good on the crocheted bosoms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 All the talk of felting got me going, so I did some today! Made some stripy squares - the aim is to turn them into iPod cases for the boys. Am quite pleased with them so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Look good on your crocheted hat They'd look good on the crocheted bosoms Thank you Snowy keep us on topic. Will the boys use home made things? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Yes! I had a request for knitted ones, but they obviously take time, so I had the sudden brainwave to make them out of felt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Great kids may they never change Mind you my eldest son did ask me to make him a waste paper basket and the youngest requested a table runner which I made them. They stopped me making aran sweaters and sweat suits a long time ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Yes the only things the oldest is prepared to wear is a beanie hat! The little ones are not as discerning and will still wear handmade trousers. 'Mums Own' label - very designer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 Never mind Snowy, later they are happy to have you make curtains only want neutral ones though not interesting stripes or graphics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Lauren has been needle felting a phone case as well, we'll have to compare! One good hand, the other in a splint, and she's stabbing around with a four-needle felter I've just mad e ahouse-warming present for my Mum and SF as they're moving from a big house to a flat......a drawstring bag to keep wrapping paper and tape etc. - it has a placketed pocket for the roll of tape on top of a flat pocket for scissors and tags...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 wow that looks good how useful cathy x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Brilliant idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 Not mine unfortunately! - I saw one somewhere and remembered it, as they won't have much room I thought it would be a good idea and I think I'll make some more ready for next Christmas . I've also seen one with a hole edged with buttonhole or blanket stitch for garden twine to be pulled through and pockets for seed packets and secateurs...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer Jane Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 This is my first attempt at hand quilting... It's difficult to make it out, but I used cat fabric and gave the bag to my friend who is cat mad. It is a little drawstring bag. I found hand quilting very relaxing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Very pretty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Ooh JJ sewing circles are hard. Good idea for a bag. I've started making some cosmetic bags for presents. Doesn't use much fabric but good for practicing design details, not quite got it right yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MummyHen Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 Well - my sewing machine went into the menders and I needed something to keep me occupied so after reading on here (Omlet has so so much to answer for ) about Attic 24 I felt inspired to become a happy hooker I have been making all sorts, bunting of various sorts - hearts, chickens, flags, two cushion covers, one each for my mum and aunt - will save that for another post as they aren't finished. And I made a small crochet bag for my colleague who I only see once a year, (but we speak daily) as she's in London this week. It's lined (since my machine has been in the menders I can't find my manual and I couldn't remember how to do a button hole), but the button hole is less than perfect but I do love this little bag - I may have to make another once my other WIPs are complete. Front Back Inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 Sweeeet! What a lovely bag, I'm sure your colleague will be delighted with that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 love the colours and the flowers on your little bag mummyhen, very cute indeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Very pretty and lovely present I would be thrilled to receive it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 I've actually finished my tablecloth - just waiting for the assorted work related rubbish and DD's tosh that's accumulated on the table and then I'll take a piccy. I've started on the boy's quilt now, machine quilting it. All geometrics so lots of stopping and starting, but I'm well over half way now. That's the yellow and blue triangle quilt with stars and stuff - already had done some quilting but I have to finish it soon as he's moving to his own flat next week. Or maybe he can have it for his 21st pressie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Webmuppet Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I finally quilted LMW quilt ...........took 4 and a half hours to quilt it, just need to sew in the ends, prepare and attach the binding, sounds easy of you say it quickly. I have to have it done by September when she goes off to boarding school! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
