I'm overdue for a check-in with some of my current stitching makes. There is no solid reason why I let so many days go by without posting - I am in the middle of some unexpected downtime these days! If you've been watching the news, you probably know about the Covid-19 epidemic in Korea, and… Continue reading Projects update: Spice Market CAL and doll accessories
Tag: crochet
New amigurumi to love: Koala + bonus make
My koala is finished! I started making him before I left for Japan. He is made from a lovely pattern by Storyland Amis. PHOTOS: amigurumi koala; pattern by Storyland Amis. His eucalyptus is my own touch. I used my favorite amigurumi cotton yarn, Phildar Coton 3, a French mercerized cotton, in colors Elephant and Noir.… Continue reading New amigurumi to love: Koala + bonus make
A couple of my current projects, and preparing for Tokyo
I leave for Tokyo early Wednesday morning (Korea time), so these next two days will be busy packing, planning, taking my dog to his sitter, and coming to a comfortable pause on some of my projects. I babysat my friend's shih tzu these last ten days. He just went home today, and I'm a little… Continue reading A couple of my current projects, and preparing for Tokyo
Filet crochet project finished and blocked
Slowly but surely, I am finishing those promised 2019 articles in my long-term WIP pile. The latest finished object is this sweet filet placemat which shows intertwined Celtic hearts. I used Lydia's #10 crochet thread in aqua, and it took an entire ball, plus a little more of a second ball. PHOTOS: placemat in progress… Continue reading Filet crochet project finished and blocked
New Spring yarn, and shawl pattern
Just a quick update to show you some yarn (and a pattern!) from one of my recent yarn hauls. There are some bright Spring yarns in my recent acquisitions, and this is one that pops the most. I found a lovely pattern for a shawl with a pineapple motif, something that I've never crocheted before,… Continue reading New Spring yarn, and shawl pattern
A tiny, crocheted biscornu, with tassel and beads
I just finished this little side project, a biscornu (fancy name for a pin cushion), using a pattern by one of my favorite crochet designers at the moment, Mark Roseboom. The designer's blog can be found on WordPress. PHOTOS: crocheted biscornu. Length, about 7cm; height, about 3 cm I used Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat, a… Continue reading A tiny, crocheted biscornu, with tassel and beads
Update: Thrifted jean jacket has been adopted <3
I promised last week to let you know what became of that second-hand denim jacket that I inset with granny squares. I can report that my lovely, oldest niece in California received it and loves it. PHOTOS: San Diego, California U.S.A. It's a pretty quirky item, but somehow my niece and I are on the… Continue reading Update: Thrifted jean jacket has been adopted ❤
Wire bird sculpture, and future craft projects update
Greetings! The days are slipping by so quickly, now that I am on my Winter break. I thought to update you on what I've been doing craft-wise, and a bit of what I plan for the next few months. I haven't forgotten my new-year promises to finish those straggling WIPs. The Celtic hearts place-mat from… Continue reading Wire bird sculpture, and future craft projects update
A couple of quick crafting hacks – blocking board and tassels
In Korea, I have a hard time buying some specific crafting items I need for projects. A few reasons are that stores don't carry a lot of variety in terms of yarns and accessories, and when I order them from abroad, it takes anywhere from 3-5 weeks to receive my goods. Sometimes it delays a… Continue reading A couple of quick crafting hacks – blocking board and tassels
Thrifted jean jacket, reimagined
Second-hand and "vintage" clothing shops are becoming more popular in Korea, and I enjoy poking around them once in awhile to make up for the garage sales I miss in the U.S. These shops mainly carry clothing, but on occasion, they also sell luggage, quilts, and dishes. Last Saturday, I went to the thrift shops… Continue reading Thrifted jean jacket, reimagined
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