The Orange Stuff - Sept 2012

Upon discovering and purchasing this yarn from a local store downtown, I initially decided I wanted to make a Slouchy Beanie (see: Slouchy Beanie in dark blue) at my sister's suggestion.  After much thought and a little time I decided that the Slouchy Beanie idea wasn't quite right.  A little more thought and a little more time revealed an idea!  This color would be great for running!  If you run early enough it's very wise to wear colors that can be easily seen... so voila!  Perfect match!  I made 5 products from four skeins of yarn.

First: (above) Mani models the Cables Headband (narrow) I made for myself.  The narrow design versus the wide design makes a much easier fit over my ears without the extra bulk, so it's slightly lighter in weight than the wide version.

Second: My fingerless mitts!  I am a medium for what I create, so everything else is based off of that.  I look forward to using these for the first time (tomorrow!)!

Third: Inspired by the size medium fingerless mitts, I made a set of size small fingerless mitts.  I have found that most people interested in the fingerless mitts are either a small or a medium.  This should work out nicely for someone.

Fourth: A second Cables Headband, up for grabs!  

Fifth: For the guys I decided to make a less feminine looking Basketweave Headband.  This one does not have the bunch in the front, instead, it is sewn together at the back without bunching.  Plus, I really like the crochet basket weave pattern!

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Mary Jane Socks - Sept 2012

I decided it would be a good idea to work on Christmas items.  Now, I'm not telling who this is going to, but I'm sure the recipient won't be surprised when she receives it!  

The base (dark purple) is knit and the trim (red) is crocheted with a pink penguin button for embellishment.  I used Bernat Handicrafter yarn in black currant (base) and watermelon (red).  Also, I found the pattern in one of the books I bought from the local yarn shop.  WIN!

I hope you enjoyed this little post!

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Cotton Cloths #2 - August 2012

In continuing my adventures with cotton cloths, here are a few more finished products.  The Lion Brand Cotton Ease are part of a special request and the Bernat are for The Soap Crate in Kingston.

Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Cloth #10

Key Lime Pie (scented)

Bernat Handicrafter Cotton Cloth #11

White, Twisted Melon

Lion Brand Cotton Ease Cotton Cloth

Blossom, Turquoise

Bernat Handicrafter "Treble" Cotton Cloth #1

Watermelon, Melon Mania, White, Key Lime Pie (scented)

Lion Brand Cotton Ease "Checks" Cotton Cloth

Blossom, Turquoise

Bernat Handicrafter Tunisian Checks Cotton Cloth #1

Twisted Melon, Watermelon

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Miscellaneous Middles

Some things I found not too long ago are these two rugs and a knit wallet prototype.  The rugs were made several years ago and the knit wallet was made in early this year.  I realized I have not put up a blog post with these items, so here it is!  I hope you enjoy!

This oval rug was an attempt at doing something different.  I never had a oval or round rug before, so I figured I would try.  I think it turned out well.  We are using it in our hallway between the living room and the laundry room.  I think I could make a more colorful one with the yarn I have now.  Maybe I could even make one of actual rug yarn!

As with most of my first attempts, this rectangular rug isn't quite rectangular.  It's more like a trapezoid. Part of what leads to these irregularities is the different sizes of yarns I used in the same project.  In this one, I used a thicker yarn for the darkest section and a progressively thinner yarn for each the red and  yellow sections.  Knowing the effect of the yarn size I can now make a regular rectangle (as opposed to a trapezoid) with multiple yarns of the same size.  It's as simple as comparing wraps per inch for each yarn used.  I currently use this rug as a cute accessory next to the bed in the spare bedroom.

This knit wallet is also a prototype for a small purse.  I am still waiting for some feedback on the knit pattern from a couple of people before I try to make changes to the pattern itself.  I use this to keep all my account registers together.  It's convenient to have my checkbook and all my registers in the same place at the same time in case I need to visit a banker and fix or inquire about something with one of my accounts.  Plus, the colors are pretty, too.

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School Pride... Wait... Not? - Sept 2012

I love my sister and all her requests!  I was actually wanting to see the School Pride Warmth Set in some different colors myself when my sister asked me to make her another winter set.  This time she specifically requested "that one hat you use for the School Pride Stuff... with the stripes" and the scarf and fingerless mitts to match.  I couldn't deny her... especially since I had the yarn colors she wanted and was ready to do something like this anyway.  So, here it is!!

I especially like that my sister is willing to model for me.  

Love ya, Sis!!

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A New Scarf - Sept 2012

Here is one of my favored experiment-type products!  This started out as an attempt at moving outside my comfort zone.  I normally have very basic rules and don't venture out into other techniques or randomness, so here I stepped out to see what would happen (even baby steps count).  The base is a "Grannie stitch" scarf 7.5 inches wide and 60 inches long.  The red, white, light blue, and dark blue "ribbons" are chains of yarn I wove throughout the "Grannie stitch" holes in random order.  Then, I attached the fringe on the end.  I think it turned out pretty well.

Mani the Mannequin was my first model.

Then I had my sister model it because I am so excited about how well it turned out...

... then she wrapped it around MY neck, stole my camera, and snuck a couple shots in... this was the better one.

I hope this was interesting to you!

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Mani the Business Parter - August 2012

So I have been looking for a good model for my hats and caps.  While my sister serves as my model for some things, she simply does not want to be in *every* picture!  So... my friend, who recently finished cosmetology school with Jean Juarez Academy, agreed to give me one of her mannequin heads she used in school.  Without further adieu, meet Mani, my new business partner!

Mani

Mani modeling the School Pride Stripes and Cables Cap...

... and the Cabled Jam Cap...

... and the Slouchy Beret in dark blue...

... and the Basketweave Stocking Cap in purples...

... and the Basketweave Stocking Cap in reds.

I am excited about this new business associate!  Look forward to seeing him in many more of my works to come!

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