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Monday, 23 November 2009

Twilight Inspired Crafts

Monday, November 23, 2009
Twilight Inspireed Crafts
This weekend we went to see the latest Twilight Saga installment, New Moon. I enjoyed it and you'll find no complaints here, however, I am not a Twilight aficionado, like my step daughter, Michelle.
I found some fun sites filled with Twilight inspired crafts and I thought you might like to visit them too.

Craft Contest
Twilight Amigurumi by April Draven
Twilight Crochet Dolls from DeadCraft

You can also do a search on Ravelry.com, Etsy and other crafts sites like CraftStylish for more patterns, ideas and crafts.

Happy crafting to the young and the young at heart!

Twilight Quote (2008)
Isabella Swan: "About three things I was absolutely positive: First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him-and I didn't know how dominant that part might be-that thirsted for my blood. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him."

Although, not Twilight inspired, this wonderfully handcrafted journal arrived today which will become a family heirloom for us. I urge you to support the handmade artists in your town and online at Etsy this holiday season.
Suede Christmas Journal from Renate Ikinger of Kreativlink on Etsy.com

Marg (working on a project to share on tomorrows blog)

You might also like Delicate Desire Fingerless Gloves inspired by the TwilightSaga character, Bella Swan.

Sunday, 22 November 2009

Roxy Rocks the Slouch!

Sunday, November 22, 2009
Roxy Looks Rockin'
Slouch Hat Project for the weekend is complete!
Modeled by Roxy.
See Are You a Slouch for more details on the pattern.
Hope your weekend was crafty.
Marg (just in from the KrisKringle Craft Show)

Wednesday, 18 November 2009

Delicate Desire Pattern - New!

Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Delicate Desire Pattern - New!

There's a New Moon in your future. Yes, the time is getting close, my friends in Twilight. I was inspired to create this romantic pattern for the shop. Here's the link to Delicate Desire Fingerless Gloves Pattern Inspired by Bella Swan.

Let the desire begin...

Marg
Are you a slouch?

Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Are you a slouch?
This week I rec'd an email from my husband's daughter, Michelle requesting a slouch hat for a special Christmas gift. I was in a panic! Where could I find the perfect slouch hat pattern for her. I did an online search and came up with this lovely pattern by Sarah Sutherland. It's young, soft and perfect for winter.

The pattern is rated easy and includes using short rows, but there are very clear directions for you in case this is something you've never tried.

I substituted a nice yarn from WEBS called Artful Yarns Legend, color #1528. It's 83% wool and 17% nylon. Originally, I started the hat with a boucle that I had on hand, but it seemed to bulky for this project. The yarn used in Sarah's pattern is Emu Florentine, but I was unable to find a US distributor. I modified the stitch a bit because of the colorway and am making the body of the hat in straight stitch.

I also rec'd House Plant Hand Dyed Sock Yarn from Rachel-Marie of KnittyDirtyGirl.com today for my KAL on the KnittyDirtyGirl Ravelry group that I'm thrilled about. Socks haven't been on the menu for awhile, so I'm a little rusty, but am glad for the challenge. The pattern I'm using is Lifestyle Toe Up Socks from Charisa Martin Cairn.
So today is all about new challenges....
"Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, She became a butterfly" - Proverb

Be a butterfly :)
Marg (enjoying the process of transformation)

Tuesday, 17 November 2009

Marg's gone Maya!

Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Marg's gone Maya!
The obsession with project bags continues today with the Maya Floral Bag from Lantern Moon. Colorful, well designed and perfect for portable projects - the measurements are 7"h x 5.5"w x 5.5"d. I think we have a winner! These bags make a knitty gift for yourself or a friend during the holidays. Maybe even fill the bag with their fav yarn - an even more perfect gift!

The only thing I can say is, you're going to have a tough time deciding on a color - they are all beautiful. I'm leaning toward the purple and gold myself.

If any of you have one of these bags, please let us know what you think of them. Save the spam, please - it won't be posted as it is considered a canned pre-cooked meat made by Hormel Foods around here.

Margaret (Help, I just fell into the project bag vortex!)