Valkyrie Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 I think I may actually have enough. Just sewing the blocks in strips now - and on the last one . . . where's that last block gone? ARGHHH! All counted and matched and one has gone awol! But here is as far as I got when I was on retreat. The pics don't do the colours any justice at all. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 Wow, that looks very fiddly Valkyrie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted November 13, 2018 Share Posted November 13, 2018 It's a lot easier than the last one I took. I managed to get a decent sized lap top before I left, I've added bits since to make it bigger. I think I need more practice at sewing bulky seams - my machine doesn't like keeping straight seams when I do those and I end up frogging a lot! Rippit rippit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted November 27, 2018 Share Posted November 27, 2018 I'm having a go at knitting a jumper but because I hate sewing I'm having a go at knitting a jumper in the round from the neck down. So far I've done the yoke which fortunately already has the shape of a yoke. So far so good. I'm curious how the sleeves get knitted in. I found the pattern online and I don't like the sleeves which in the picture dangle loosely at the elbow. I figure it can't be difficult to just knit them longer and do a cuff?!?! 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 Well good luck with the sleeves and hope you are delighted with the result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 We will, of course, expect pictures with you modelling the garment, PL 👘 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 I spent a weekend on a wire weekend and surprised myself (not very arty) by being able to make this: https://instagram.com/p/Bqoo3xaApUl/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Wow it's amazing! Do you work with short lengths like willow weaving? It must be so difficult. Well done 🤩 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Woweeeeeeee! Super! I have been making a chicken run and an electric fence. With a bit of help from OH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Plum said: Wow it's amazing! Do you work with short lengths like willow weaving? It must be so difficult. Well done 🤩 No, I used long and fairly random lengths of 'rusted' wire from a roll. I used a technique that uses cable ties to secure things in the early stages. They are then removed and replaces with fine wire to secure any necessary areas. I never thought I could achieve something like this. I am creatively challenged! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 No you're not! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackrocksrock Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 Wow, the wire chicken is amazing, you are very talented. I have just been paper piecing xmas cards ( a first for me and I love it) table runners, triangular pouches and tissue holders for Xmas, oh and kitchen towel hangings with t towels and pot holders ( bought in America last week). Also microwave bowl cozies. My patchwork has gone out the window right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted December 2, 2018 Share Posted December 2, 2018 It's very addictive Blackie! And so versatile! I agree Plum - we have a humble artist in our midst! LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 I love your chicken Chucky Mama 👏 Very clever. Did you get sore hands ? I once made a tiny basket with willow withies and it made my hands really sore - haven't made another basket since 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Love that wire chicken CM! Reminds me of wire stuff by @paperandwood_ - especially love the Barn Owl lamp and Puffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 12 hours ago, Luvachicken said: I love your chicken Chucky Mama 👏 Very clever. Did you get sore hands ? I once made a tiny basket with willow withies and it made my hands really sore - haven't made another basket since 🙂 My fingers were quite sore by the end of it. It took the whole weekend!i should have worn gloves really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 13 hours ago, Chucky Mama said: My fingers were quite sore by the end of it. It took the whole weekend!i should have worn gloves really. A weekend that was well worth it I'd say. Might have to see if anywhere near me does that kind of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 The Phoenix is where I go to paint every week! What a small world, Chucky Mama. If you saw the chickens running around, the young bantams are the offspring of my chickens! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted December 16, 2018 Share Posted December 16, 2018 My tiny grandson on the blanket I made. The region he lives is minus degrees with deep snow. He looks cosy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat tails Posted December 17, 2018 Share Posted December 17, 2018 How lovely! You must be a proud Granny! 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted December 17, 2018 Share Posted December 17, 2018 Precious little one. The blanket is lovely, that will be his heirloom he'll grow with it. Congratulation Granny x 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted December 17, 2018 Share Posted December 17, 2018 Gorgeous blanket. Loving the colours - diddle babs is too cute!😍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 Love, love,love your pic, PL! I couldn't even begin to choose between baby and blanket. Both are utterly gorgeous! Hope you get cuddles very soon! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 I do like your blanket very much but love your new grand baby more 😊 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 Baby is the best make yet! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
