tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66297286240527682822024-02-08T06:13:05.435+00:00ReeRawReehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11437922177645698877noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6629728624052768282.post-22876557894530083202011-03-29T18:40:00.005+01:002011-03-31T20:32:07.591+01:00Fun with CottonWhere does the time go? It's been a couple of weeks since I last posted, so what have I been doing??<br />
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Well, there's been work, and visiting family, and even a night out - a very rare event, which knocked me flat for two days! It was fun at the time though...heh heh. <br />
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Last night I attended a talk at NUI, Galway on The Story of Lace, given by Veronica Stuart of the Traditional Lacemakers of Ireland. I was delighted to be asked by Galway Crochet Craft to demonstrate some crochet at the event, alongside two of Veronica's very talented lace-making students. I met some very funny and interesting women on the night, and of course I'd now like to try a lace-making workshop. *Sigh*... :)<br />
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Apart from that, yes I have been crocheting. Not as much as I'd like mind you, but there never seems to be enough time! I've made some flowers:<br />
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I've also made a couple of hats, and am working on another scarf. :) <br />
That's all for now folks - but a few questions for you: <br />
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How do you fit crochet or other creative arts into your daily routine? <br />
Are you lucky enough to be crafting full-time, and if so, what do you think are the pros and cons of crafting for a living? <br />
Do you enjoy it as much now that it's no longer just a hobby?<br />
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Please feel free to leave a comment, I'd love to hear your views. :)Reehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11437922177645698877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6629728624052768282.post-50470432052157778532011-03-12T00:14:00.006+00:002011-03-13T23:09:55.672+00:00Freebie Friday!On Freebie Fridays I'll be seeking out links to free patterns and giveaways for crochet and other crafts. So pop by for Friday night updates. :)<br />
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Tonight:<br />
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<b>T</b>he talented crochet designer Allesandra Hayden of Just Be Happy has just announced a great giveaway to celebrate reaching 2000+ fans! There are some gorgeous kid's clothes and accessories on offer from Allesandra and some of her crafting friends - details for the giveaway are <a href="http://alessandrahayden.blogspot.com/search/label/giveaway">here</a> - this offer closes on March 18th at 9p.m. Pacific time, so get clicking!<br />
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<b>C</b>rochet Me is giving away 5 free crochet lace patterns this month - all you have to do is join the Crochet Me community. You can download the patterns <a href="http://www.crochetme.com/media/p/118487.aspx">here.</a> Enjoy! <br />
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<b>I</b>f you're in the U.S., Red Heart Yarns have a super <a href="http://www.redheart.com/blog/red-hearts-75-days-giveaways">75 Days of Giveaways</a> to celebrate 75 years in business. This offer started on February 14th and finishes on April 28th.<br />
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Good luck!<b></b>Reehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11437922177645698877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6629728624052768282.post-7073690627776881312011-03-07T00:08:00.157+00:002011-03-21T11:28:35.269+00:00Update - Completed Rose Scarf...and a Blog Award!<i><b>We apologise for the delay in transmission...</b></i><br />
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I've spent more time looking at blogs than actually crocheting this week! I've been blown away (and a little intimidated) by the talent out there. Inspiring stuff - more of that later.<br />
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Anyway, here's the finished rose motif scarf, as promised:<br />
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It's finished with a picot edging. I quite like the picot stitch, it's very simple, but gives a lovely finish to a crocheted piece. I'm starting to get the knack of these scarves now, and can whip one up in an afternoon, provided my laptop is switched OFF, no distractions.<br />
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<b>In other news...</b><br />
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<a href="http://piecesbyaideen.blogspot.com">Aideen</a>, the queen of scrapbook loveliness herself, has kindly given me a...<br />
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Yay!!<br />
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This award is all about getting lesser-known blogs out there so with that in mind, it's time to pay it forward. <br />
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<b>What you need to do is thank the person who gave you the award and link back to them</b> (well it's just good manners innit?) - so thanks <a href="http://piecesbyaideen.blogspot.com">Aideen</a>. ;)<br />
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<b>Secondly, you need to share seven things about yourself:</b><br />
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1. I live with my fiancé in a tiny one-bed apartment. :)<br />
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2. I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up, but I hope it involves kids and/or the outdoors. <br />
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3. As a child, I had a slightly OCD thing about even numbers, specifically the number eight. I counted everything in eights!<br />
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4. I'm quite shy, and I blush a LOT. I try not to get embarrassed about it though, for obvious reasons. <br />
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5. As well as crochet, I'm also interested in horticulture and sustainable living. <br />
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6. I drink an obscene amount of tea.<br />
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7. It took me half an hour to come up with the previous six points (I don't do well when put on the spot - stage fright! :D).<br />
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<b>Thirdly, you need to nominate seven other blogs for the Stylish Blogger Award.</b><br />
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So here are my nominations:<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.loveandasandwich.blogspot.com">loveandasandwich</a>: I absolutely love Chelsea Bloxom's plush designs - especially the Monsteroctopus. :) Very unique and lovable gifts - give one of her critters a home today!<br />
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2. <a href="http://www.rowenleaf.blogspot.com">Cottage Garden Studios</a> - Sarah's blog is packed with original drawings, paintings and crafts, not to mention stunning photography.<br />
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3. Another Sarah, this time over at <a href="http://fairyfacedesigns.blogspot.com/">Fairyface Designs.</a> Check out her gorgeous quilts and kiddies clothes.<br />
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4. Chase Clark's blog <a href="http://diyods.blogspot.com/">Oh The Cuteness!</a> is a treasure trove of crochet patterns, yummy recipes and fab photos - and I love the How-Tuesdays! :)<br />
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5. Fiona at <a href="http://cuteasa.blogspot.com/">Cute As A Button</a> has a special talent for breathing new life into seemingly ordinary things, turning new and vintage buttons into cute and quirky jewellery. Just so sweet. :)<br />
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6. <a href="http://pippablue.typepad.com/">Pippablue</a> is a gorgeous craft shop in Galway, selling beautiful yarn and fabric. Pippablue also hold knitting and sewing workshops in the store. <br />
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7. <a href="http://www.i-do-it-yourself.com">http://www.i-do-it-yourself.com</a> - great ideas for DIY weddings. :) <br />
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Three of the blogs nominated are Irish blogs - so hooray for the craft revival in Ireland!<br />
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<b>Lastly, leave a comment on your nominees' blogs, to let your 7 people know you have sent them the award so they too can pass it along!</b><br />
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So there you have it, I'm off to crochet some flowers now, just because...<br />
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Happy crafting!<br />
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This is the third rose motif scarf I've made, they're really fun to do and can be made to any size - super slim with a silk or cotton yarn, or super-chunky to make a lovely wrap! Thanks to Mary at Galway Crochet Craft for teaching me this pattern.<br />
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Stay tuned to see the finished piece!Reehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11437922177645698877noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6629728624052768282.post-43073672770039871362011-02-22T18:11:00.001+00:002011-03-01T20:43:02.625+00:00PonchoHere's a rather grainy pic (taken with my now almost-vintage phone) of a girl's poncho to suit a 9-10 year old. It's made with Tivoli Celtic Aran superwash wool in a woven (or "seed") stitch, and is finished with a picot edging. I made this one before Christmas and a second one in blue just last week, for the same girl - I hope they keep her toasty and warm. :) Tivoli Aran weight wool is machine washable on a gentle cycle, these ponchos should be dried flat to keep their shape.<br />
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I'll soon be on the hunt for some lightweight yarn to make some more ponchos for those chilly spring and summer evenings; we get plenty of those here in the West of Ireland! Maybe I should add a hood...we do get the odd sprinkle of rain too...;)<br />
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Sorry about the picture quality, will try to upload a better version soon!<br />
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So here's the reason I've decided to start this blog. Having crocheted a few Christmas presents, including a VERY long scarf for my dad (which nearly divested me of the will to live), I put away all my wool and hooks until a couple of weeks ago. I knew I had a few projects to finish though, so I decided to face the music and sort out THE STASH. Having piled it all onto our little dining table, I realised I had developed a bit of an unhealthy addiction to wool. But then, there are worse habits!<br />
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Since then, I've made a tiny dent in the dreaded stash. But I've also had to buy more wool for new projects, sigh... ;)<br />
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So this blog is my way of motivating myself to keep on top of the wool mountain!<br />
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Here's a couple of the items I've put together in the past week:<br />
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This baby matinee coat is for a mum-to-be. I used Sirdar Snuggly DK in snow white - it really is snuggly soft!! I chose these sweet yellow teddy bear buttons, so it will suit a boy or girl:<br />
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I finished this cute pink smock top last night - it took about 2 days. It's for my friend's little girl Alexia, who's 2 years old. The pattern is taken from "Crochet for Babies and Toddlers", by Betty Barnden, published by New Holland Publishers (Available at <a href="http://www.eason.ie/">eason.ie</a>). <br />
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It still needs two buttons for the shoulders, which means I have to go shopping, aw shucks... ;D<br />
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A Close-up of the flower motif:<br />
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I also completed a girl's poncho for a lovely lady in County Mayo, but sadly forgot to take pics before I mailed it to her. Will try to upload photos of one I made previously, stay tuned!<br />
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Thanks for reading, I'm new to this blogging lark so I welcome your feedback and queries! :)<br />
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Ree.Reehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11437922177645698877noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6629728624052768282.post-71427231449276990322011-02-22T14:05:00.004+00:002011-03-07T01:28:52.317+00:00Hello All!Hi all! I'm Marie from Galway, Ireland. I've recently rediscovered the art of crochet, thanks to my fiancé's lovely mum Mary. She teaches crochet classes with a friend and neighbour, Anne, in Galway city (find them at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=269902317782">http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=269902317782</a>). <br />
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And crafting obviously runs in Mary's family - check out my future sister-in-law Aideen's gorgeous scrapbook and card creations here!: <a href="http://piecesbyaideen.blogspot.com/">piecesbyaideen.blogspot.com</a><u></u><br />
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When you're done ooh-ing and aah-ing at her beautiful mini-scrapbooks, don't forget to check back in here, where I'll be posting pictures of my crochet work - I'd love to get your feedback.<br />
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