A few weeks ago I posted about some Ukrainian artists on Etsy that I love, and since then, I have found a few more. I'm working on a beautiful leaves mandala/doily pattern by Mykolayiv, Ukrainian designer Crochet Lace By Lara, whose patterns are stunningly detailed and nostalgic. Many of them would be pretty stretched into… Continue reading Mini update: Ukrainian crochet lace + my neighborhood
Tag: shawl
WIP check-in : baby blanket and shawl
I hope this finds you well. Checking in with a couple of my current crochet doings. The first is a wonderful baby blanket that uses a traditional corner-to-corner technique, and Bernat Velvet yarn in color Smokey Blue. I love this shade of blue - it's almost periwinkle. The finished article will be for a special… Continue reading WIP check-in : baby blanket and shawl
Mini update: New Life mandala in progress
My semester is back in full swing, and I'm alternating between the classroom and Zoom classes, as the Covid protocols make the return to "normal" life a bit rocky for the time being. There are a couple of small projects I have started recently that I can fit into short bursts of free time that… Continue reading Mini update: New Life mandala in progress
New mohair shawl + Seoul trip
I have a lovely new shawl creation to share that is a bit different from ones I've made previously. This cloud-like confection is based on a Japanese pattern that is sadly not available online anymore - the website where I found it ceased to update last year. However, I did save the chart for this… Continue reading New mohair shawl + Seoul trip
New Balsam shawl and amigurumi WIP
Just popping in to post a rustic, triangular Balsam Scarf/shawl, using wonderful Remix yarn by Berroco. It's a recycled yarn that contains nylon, cotton, acrylic, silk, and linen, and it is nicely textured and a joy to work with. This is the second shawl I've made using this yarn. It may be hard to see… Continue reading New Balsam shawl and amigurumi WIP
Riot granny scarf debut + free pattern link
The finishing touches have been added to my granny square scarf, a free pattern by Wool Thread Paint, made with King Cole Riot yarn in shade "Waterways." The pattern was fast-moving and the frequent color changes made it fun to work on. I used a 4mm hook throughout, and it took just under three skeins… Continue reading Riot granny scarf debut + free pattern link
Moon-shaped shawl
This jade green shawl took me only two days to crank out. The yarn is Debbie Bliss Sita, a breeze to work with, and the pattern is simple. I'm so used to working with tiny yarn, hooks, and complicated patterns that take ages, so this was a nice break. For this one, I used a… Continue reading Moon-shaped shawl
Fedde Stole is finished! Plus: pompom prep
I am beyond delighted to have finally finished the Fedde stole, one of my "Covid projects" that has taken slow fashion to a new level. And I mean, sloowww... this one took me about 10 months from start to finish. Granted, I have tons of other projects going as well as a day job, but… Continue reading Fedde Stole is finished! Plus: pompom prep
Happy Mother’s Day, neighborhood lake walk & crafty bits
Happiest Mother's Day to all the moms and all those who "mother" in some way. Mothering is a creative gift of the heart, no matter its object. There was a brisk wind yesterday which gave a lovely, gentle wave to the lake in my neighborhood. My pup Bo relishes these walks. Today in particular it… Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day, neighborhood lake walk & crafty bits
Finished Noro shawl with tassels
A quick check-in to share my latest shawl, using Noro Shinryoku wool/silk blend yarn and a 6mm hook. I was able to use almost three full skeins, including three "chonky" tassels that add weight and balance to this simple article. I'd like to share the pattern here in my blog, when I have time to… Continue reading Finished Noro shawl with tassels
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