Omletina Kyckling Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 The needle felted dog is absolutely amazing....agree with the others though, bet he's popular with the ladies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasperaliceuk Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 The needle felted dog is absolutely amazing....agree with the others though, bet he's popular with the ladies Not just the ladies...he's neutered but seems to attract the males too!!! Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 He is beautiful! What a lovely face - both on actual Milo and felted Milo. I feel it is something I'd like to try during the loooong holidays coming up to keep myself sane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted July 16, 2011 Author Share Posted July 16, 2011 Been knitting my triangle scarf. 48 times ..a 3 row pattern repeat! I know it's odd knitting a scarf in July. Be prepared is my motto, if Winter is to be anything like last years. Plus living 7 miles from Devils Bridge, I'm going to need it. Blimey the snow was bad there last year! Emma.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 Yoo Hoo Cathy, Egluntyne and knitters I really want to crochet a special blanket with yummy colours. What type of yarn did you use and where's cheapest to get it? How many colours make a nice mix? Thanks xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerlily Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Hiya, I'm just learning still but Lucy at attic24 always likes Stylecraft special DK and has crocheted blankets with it in fab colours! It's acrylic yarn, but cheap! There are loads of colours to choose from. I've bought some and it does feel lovely and soft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 I use Stylecraft yarns. I get mine from the Wool Baa in Sheffield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Thanks both for recommendation. The prices look better than others I was looking at, just need to find somewhere locally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 We used to have the most wonderful yarn shop in Banbury (can't recall the name) they stocked really lovely and unusual stuff, probably not the cheapest though The only real yarn outlet we have now is the old fashioned sewing shop... great for sewing stuff but they thing that the 'new acrylic yarns are better then the old fashioned wool' I reckon that anyone setting up a proper yarn shop around here would make a killing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Yoo Hoo Cathy, Egluntyne and knitters I really want to crochet a special blanket with yummy colours. What type of yarn did you use and where's cheapest to get it? How many colours make a nice mix? Thanks xxx Plum I used Patons Colour 4 Me, 100% wool, reasonably priced and a good range of colours. I just bought one or two of every colour, plus some of the random colours for my hexagon blanket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I love the Rico Design Baby yarns, it's about £1.95 for a 50g ball, lovely and soft and comes in a huge range of colours. It's a mix of Polymide and something else I think-but 100% washable! However not many places stock it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Thanks think I'll just collect wool There are some lovely colours. Guess I am going to be tied by what is in local shop at the moment then when I know what I am using can go on net. Can't wait to get started and diversify from dischcloths Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Just finished another baby quilt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Very pretty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 That's lovely. Like the way you have edged it in orange. It looks very soft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Clare- come to Abingdon if you ever want wool or material. We have the most amazing Aladdin's cave in three shops owned by the same family, Masons who have lived in Abingdon for centuries. One of the wool shop ladies is well over 80 and still going strong. One shop specialises in wool and upholstery material, another material of all kinds and the third has crafty things including for cards, embroidery, sugarcraft etc etc. Magic! I have to ration my visits..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 OOo, that sounds lovely Patricia, I will be sure to pop down there and will give you a shout when I plan to visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Do... I'm more than happy to be led astray.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 I went to the knitting shop armed with your recommendations and they didn't have any of them Anyway I chose Patons Diploma DK as it has lots of shades. Blinkin' kitten has unrolled one ball I've started making granny squares (well 1) from Attic 24 blog Bit confusing at first because with the dishcloths I'd followed American instructions. I have now learnt how to do bobble stitch. This is going to be really fun, I guess I better slip over to the crochet thread when I have some to show Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted July 28, 2011 Author Share Posted July 28, 2011 Well done Plum - Attic 24's stuff is sooo addictive to make. I have plans to make one of the flower burst cushions & a Flora bunny. I always use her choice of colours for all my crochet now - so jolly! Emma.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Yes I need some sunshine now, yellow and orange Off to look at Flora bunny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I've made a couple of bags this week. Used a Amy Butler pattern and fabrics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Gorgeous! I love Amy Butler fabrics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Gorgeous! I love Amy Butler fabrics Thanks - So do I and I'm off to the Festival of Quilts next week so hoping to get lots more of her fabrics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Those are lovely, well done. Which day are you going? I'll be there thursday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
