Plum Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Wow that's pretty Egluntyne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 That jumper looks great, looks like the kind you could buy! Looks fashionable too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Love the blanket, hope I may be able to do something like that one day Sam - I used that pattern at least 25 years ago when Icelandic jumpers were "in". You knit it on circular needles, so very little sewing up at the end It seems to have become fashionable again as when I finished it YS said he would like to wear it (he does like bright colours ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazzy73 Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 Love the birds they are so pretty Lolalayla and the felting is amazing thats on my learn to do list for this year. That baby blanket is gawguss is the pattern from raverly Egluntyne because I have a similar pattern in very bright orange and pink colours and was wondering what it would look like in baby colours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 It was from this book and was dead easy. Basic stitches all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted January 7, 2012 Share Posted January 7, 2012 I'm always so impressed by what everyone else makes, finishing things is my big problem. Today I finished my Christmas bunting at least it's ready for next year I suppose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 8, 2012 Author Share Posted January 8, 2012 I make Summer stuff in Winter & Winter stuff in Summer, that way they get finished in time! Love the needle felting. I'm not sure on how to do 3D objects yet? Loving the baby blanket Egluntyne. I'm a crochetholic, so that book will be appearing here soon! Patchwork is wonderful, something I'm not good at, so always admire people who can do it! I once had the most gorgeous chicken cushion from a crafty swap, love it so much - as I wouldn't know where to start! Emma.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted January 8, 2012 Share Posted January 8, 2012 Love the needle felting. I'm not sure on how to do 3D objects yet? I managed to get the hang of it from the kit but it did not have 'sculpted' bits e.g. haunches. If you look online it will show you how to roll up the wool into the shape you want and needle it until it is firm. For the legs I rolled the wool round a thin stick to get it quite tight to start off with before needling. To get the haunches I curled a 'snail' shape at the end of a long rolled section and then needled it on the the main body. You can always layer more wool on top to get a smoother surface. The ears probably took the longest to do as I mixed two colours and had to shape them to be the same. It took between 4-5 hours to make the dog. I only used one needle though and would love to get the Clover needle tool. I hope to get one at the craft fair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted January 8, 2012 Share Posted January 8, 2012 Wow! I haven't been on this thread for a while, you are all makings such beautiful things, Well Done all I've made a few different bits & pieces lately: Some easy peasy baby burp cloths An apron for a little girl who comes to stay with us now and then A couple of bags (Amy Butler Cosmo design) for christmas pressies - but only got a photo of one, the other one was finished at midnight on Christmas Eve and I didn't get time to take a pic of it More little christmas pressies - journal covers from this tutorial: http://bloomandblossom.blogspot.com/2009/02/journal-cover-tutorial.html I've just started something for me now: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Farmers-Wife-Sampler-Quilt-Inspired/dp/0896898288/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1326058099&sr=8-1 This is gonna be a long term project - I've done the first four blocks only 107 left to do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted January 8, 2012 Share Posted January 8, 2012 bigmommasally, those are lovely, what pretty fabrics too. I have thought of quilting but I reckon you need to be good at arithmetic That's not my forte What a wonderful project though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubababe Posted January 8, 2012 Share Posted January 8, 2012 I am in awe of all of you all. What I visualise and what actually happens are 2 different things . You are all so gifted. am watching this thread with trepidation of the Easter swop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 8, 2012 Share Posted January 8, 2012 Wow Sally you are so productive and accomplished. Your makes are lovely. Shall be interested to see your version of the Farmers Wife Quilt. A while ago everyone was making Dear Jane quilts and they were so different depending on the fabrics used, some were authentic, some batik etc., I only got to make about 4 blocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 They are all absolutely gorgeous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I have made a travel case for my Kindle I crocheted it in half treble stitch on a 5.5mm hook in a chunky wool mix. Its a lightweight yarn, and the colour is more a kingfisher petrol greenyblue which I can never get a decent photo of. I have also been reupholstering (before Christmas) a couple of armchairs for my parents. And a footstool Pics are here http://s470.photobucket.com/albums/rr65/bluekarin/Crafty%20Business/ on page 2 if you want to take a look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MummyHen Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 the kindle cover if lovely but the upholstery is brilliant very professional - is this your job? M&D must be very pleased Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 It used to be before I had the kids. But it hurts my back to do too much. I used to reupholster 3 piece suits, chaise longes, dining chairs, button back grandfather and grandmother chairs. You name it, I've probably re-covered it I do enjoy doing little bits and pieces now though. I was a bit nervous when I started to strip the chairs but I guess it's like riding a bike - you never forget Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Am in awe of your skill, it looks satisfying to do but I know it's a very skillful art. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Fantastic work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Wow, I am in awe of the things you are all making! I have a New Year Resolution to be more "creative" and so far I've done some loom knitting (starting with a scarf) that's a bit pathetic really, but I can't/don't have the patience to knit "properly" so look knitting is pretty good for me; I've made up a tiny little mosaic kit that I had for Christmas, which was very relaxing and I've just made some lip balm, that was definitely fun!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Ooo Bramble show us your mosaic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Made a Quillow for a friend who's having a rough time. inside is I love the soft colours and the old fashioned feel of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 That's beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Plum That's gorgeous, I love the soft colours and your quilting is awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 I'm knitting myself the hitch hiker scarf from ravelry. It's rather funky! Cathy X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Thanks Cathy I love that scarf, some good pictures of it on Flikr. What yarn are you using? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
