Olly Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Well done, I really like the way the cable goes into the neckline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 That was more luck than judgement Olly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 You look lovely and so does your cableing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 That looks lovely, I like the way the cable splits at the neck. You seem to knit lots of things and finish them. I might see if I can find the UFO of the cardigan omlet knit Also need to find the pattern too Chrissie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I was thinking about the original cardy challenge.... That was nearly 2 years ago now Thought maybe we were due another easy knitting challenge if people were up for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 I was thinking about the original cardy challenge.... That was nearly 2 years ago now Is it really that long ago No wonder I had to delve deep into the wardrobe to find it. I am on the second sleeve Yes another one would be good, if we do another one I will try to do it a bit quicker Chrissie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 You'll have to post a picture Chrissie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 You'll have to post a picture Chrissie Oh dear that's another photo that I need to try and add to the forum I have just finished the second sleeve. I have some wool left so I am going to do the collar. Chrissie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I have a gift certificate to give away worth $24 for The Quilt Show star membership to give away. There are lots of quilt patterns, tutorials, videos and all sorts on the site as well as a great forum. If anyone is interested would you like to email me. I get one each time I renew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Webmuppet Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 I have been knitting baby items for a friend who is unexpectedly expecting ....little jumpers, a jacket, hats and tiny socks (not booties, proper mini socks!) I just hope she likes them....I used multi coloured baby wool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer Jane Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 It's not until May but I have just booked myself onto a sock yarn dyeing workshop at my local knitting shop. I am very excited. I want to have a go at dyeing, especially as I have started to spin my own yarn, and also want to try making socks, so it kills two birds. The workshop is the day after our wedding anniversary, so I have told DH it can be his present to me Recently I have been knitting a clock! I have the face complete, just need to finish it off. It is for my lady-shed (summerhouse is too grand a name, I think) where I am planning/hoping to spend time crafting, reading and relaxing when the weather warms up. I've also knitted a couple of cushion covers for it, though the cats have laid claim to those. Will post pics when I eventually finish the clock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I have been thinking of crocheting a clock! Got a book for my birthday which has a cuckoo clock in it Look forward to seeing yours when it is finished. Today I have been working on an idea I have had in mind for a while. I have been trying to think of an original item to make to sell. So my idea is for crochet napkin rings which have a crocheted band and with a pom pom on the front. So far so good. Just trying to decide whether the bands should be all the same colour or a mix of colours and keep the pom poms the same, or if they should match the bands Quite hard this deciding what people might like Have made a prototype which is ok, just needs some adjustment to make it just right. Back to it...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I've just finished a large cushion cover, in a chequer pattern, and it's come out pretty well!! I prefer crochet, but liked the pattern so out came the knitting needles!! Might get a pic later!! Also made some wrist/arm warmers for DD with a bit of leftover wool, in a pretty moss stitch('cos it's easy!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 7, 2014 Author Share Posted January 7, 2014 2 knitted fairy legs with shoes & a quirky fairy dress with fuzzy trim. Bit of a shame this fairy hasn't got a body yet! Arms next I reckon! Emma.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlsMum Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Oooohh Bluekarin I have been thinking of making napkin rings in cross stitch for next Christmas table my patterns are out of reach at the moment but will need to get some Aida and start planning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 I have 2 friends who are about to become grannies so am knitting and crocheting. I have so many bits of wool I have particularly enjoyed improving my crocheting skills using some youtube videos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 18, 2014 Author Share Posted January 18, 2014 1 crochet infinity scarf almost done. Ooo I love making the bobbles. It seems so wrong to have 11 loops on the hook, but then I pull the loop through & get a lovely little bobble obble. Next up is either a granny stitch cowl or a slouchy beany hat I think, as got some nice chunky wool to use. A whole 400g ball. Another thing I've got to mess with is a marbling kit. I get surprise crafty stuff in a box each month. January is the first month of the new format box. I used to get lots of bits for inspiation & one kit. But this months format is just one big marbling kit. Hmm not sure about this. I think the marbling onto the ceramic pendant will be nice & maybe also the fabric. But no instructions on how to ' fix' the colour on the fabric. What else could I marble? Not eally into just marbling paper. Thanks..Emma.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Craftyhunnypie, could you marble on egg-blown egg shells ? Then you could hang them on an Easter tree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Craftyhunnypie, could you marble on egg-blown egg shells ?Then you could hang them on an Easter tree That's taken me back... I once made 'Pace' (sp?) eggs with a friend from Yorkshire; we blew the eggs, picked vetch and other plants to die the egg shell, wrapped them in onion skins and cloth before boiling. I kept mine for ages. Does anyone know of this custom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 We dye ours in wate from boiled onion skins. It makes the a beautiful burgundy colour which we then polish with a bit of oil. It's a Polish tradition which we do every Easter. We then play a game by tapping the eggs (bottom to bottom or top to top) and whoevers egg doesn't crack is the winner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 I almost made Christmas decorations with my egg shells - but ran out of time. Someone also said I should bake them first to make them harder - is that right ? I would love to get round to decorating them, but not sure of the best ways. Just need some spare time first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSilver Posted January 20, 2014 Share Posted January 20, 2014 Incense (I have a shop on etsy) - just proofing a few I've made as they're not burning well so I need to adjust the formulation. Spinning wool - I spin loads of wool but I'm not the best knitter in the world; I just enjoy the spinning, really. I sell a bit of this but mostly I use it for small projects or making socks and things. Watercolour-gouache paintings for an interactive e-book I've been working on (or more accurately NOT working on, there's always something else to do of late...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Millies Chicken Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Just thought I share my crocheted chair with you. Its to go in my bedroom. I started it the beginning of December and did an hour or so each night. Very pleased how it's turned out. OH thinks its a bit hippy chick . The chair cost £5 from a local junk shop and the wool was just cheap acrylic wool I've had in my wool box for ages just waiting for a suitable project. Picked up the inspiration from attic24 which led me to have a look a couple of crochet web sites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I lOvE it! Did you do various lengths of rectangles and then sew them together over the rails? What a bargain and such a unique piece Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 That chair is amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
