Archive for June 2013
Pattern Test
Posted on: June 25, 2013
Hi all, I was recently asked to test a pattern for Corinne at Crochet4mybutterfly the pattern crocheted up very nicely, I acheived the gauge called for in the pattern. It was an easy pattern to follow and had very few mistakes or things I did not understand. Overall it is a very nicely written pattern, I would have been pleased if I had purchased the pattern. I am happy with the finished hat.
What I used to make it:
Yarn – yarn bee first love bulky #5
Hook I (5.5)
Brimmed Hat with Cables pattern by Corinne at Crochet4mybutterfly
The hat in the above picture has not been blocked yet, head on over to her Website http://crochet4mybutterfly.com/
and see what else she has. Ya’ll have a great afternoon!
Hexipuff Update
Posted on: June 22, 2013
Hi all hope you are having a great weekend! I am, the mail delivered my new EFG sock loom from Kiss Looms a lovely little loom it has 56 pegs and is adjustable as to the number of pegs with a fixed Gauge. I love it, I am going to be trying a hexipuff on it tonite. I need to catch up with Marilou she has made a whopping 197 puffs, want to see them? She sent me a pic, here it is
There sure are some pretty puffs, thanks for the pic Marilou! Ya’ll have a great evening! Angel
Tunisian Sampler Blanket
Posted on: June 19, 2013
- In: crochet | Patterns | Uncategorized
- 2 Comments
Hi all,I’ve decided to make a Tunisian Crochet Sampler blanket! I am using the instructions I found on this site there are videos and also written instructions. There are 64 different stitches on this website. I will be using Vanna’s Choice Yarn and a size J (5.5mm) Denise Interchangeable Crochet Hook. I am going to try and complete at least 2 squares a week, here are the first 2
Square 1 Tunisian Simple Stitch TSS
Yarn color 180 Cranberry
chain 27, work 20 rows includes foundation chain in row count,bindoff with slipstitch
Measures:7″x7″ blocked
Was quick and easy and I really like the finished square.
Completed on Wed Jun 12, 2013
Square 2-Tunisian Full Stitch TFS
Yarn color 108 Dusty Blue
Chain 23 work 33 rows bindoff in Slipstitch following stitch pattern
Measures 7″x 7″ blocked
could have chained 25 to start and worked 32 rows
Completed Fri Jun 14, 2013
I tried to crochet somewhat loose, but the block had a lot of curl.
Had a little trouble with this one on the forward pass, I kept ending up with the wrong # of stitches so make sure and count at the end of the forward pass.
This took a lot more yarn than my first one. Not sure I’ll make more of this one.
the fabric feels a bit stiff.
Pattern Review
Posted on: June 9, 2013
- In: crochet | Patterns | Uncategorized
- 6 Comments
Hi all I hope everyone has had a wonderful weekend. Mine has been pretty good, I got a bit done around the house and have spent some time with hook and yarn and I’m pleased to say I have a completed project! Earlier in the week Elena from Beatriceryandesigns
posted about these cute Mary Jane SkimmersI went and checked them out and of course bought the pattern. I completed a pair this weekend for myself, I wear slippers at work (no shoes allowed in my room, crawling babies) only they look like real shoes. Since I am on carpet all day I chose not to make them non-skid or outdoor useable, but the pattern author has a nice article about this on her blog: http://hookcandy.blogspot.com/2011/10/making-crocheted-slippers-non-slip.html
Aren’t they cute! the pattern can be found here on Ravelry
I found the pattern to be easy to follow and well written. It cost a bit more than I usually will pay for a single item pattern, but I am glad I splurged.
I made the XS size with an I hook with Red Heart Love yarn in the color lettuce and Caron One Pound in the color espresso. I really enjoyed working with the Love yarn, even with 2 strands it was nice, the Caron on the other hand was difficult a bit too stiff and hard to work with 2 strands. They fit perfectly, I wear size 6 shoes. I already have plans for another pair, just need to decide on the yarn.
I will purchase from HookCandy again, I saw a couple of other patterns I thought I might like. Time to cook supper I am making Ham and Asparagus Fried Rice from this recipe
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/fried-rice-with-ham-asparagus-10000001875644/
Ya’ll have a great week! Angel
My blog has been nominated
Posted on: June 5, 2013
Hi all my blog has been nominated for some blog awards! I was nominated by crochet with passion I am so excited, this is a first for me! Thank you so much I feel honored that you feel that my blog deserves some awards. The awards are the following:
By accepting this nomination I agree to post 7 things about me and to nominate 15 blogs I follow and link to Crochet with Passion
Seven things about me
1. My best friend is my husband (28 years) Rob
2. I crochet, loom knit, needle knit, bead weave, sew and I am always willing to learn a new craft.
3. I tend to be a bit ADD about my crafting, I jump from one thing to another, I have way to many UFO’s
4. I love to cook (if I don’t have to do the dishes)
5. I love to read and my favorite authors are Laura Ingalls Wilder and James Herriot
6. I’ve always thought that it would be awesome to live in an English country village
7. I love all things organizational, and dream of being organized but know I never will.
The 15 blogs I nominate are: ( no particular order I love them all and try to visit at least once a week)
1. Loom Lore
2.Attic24attic24
3. Gettin it peggedhttps://angelphilipp.wordpress.com/wp-admin/post-new.php
4. Kelly Knits
6. Memerose
9. Confessions of a yarn-a-holic
10. thepolkadotroom
12. Goodknitkisses
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