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| crown jewels |
i've finally got my crochet bug back and have been whipping through the BAMCAL blocks, only two more to catch up. what i love about doing this crochet-along, is that i've been learning lots of new techniques and stitches without it being an overwhelming challenge. i'm normally a granny square king of girl, probably due to laziness more than anything, although i do love the retro look!
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| schoharie spring |
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| eyelet lace |
some of these blocks would be lovely in an afghan if repeated in the same or matching colours, i would love to make a throw using the crown jewels block in a dark gypsy colourway. others would be great as washcloths like the eyelet lace one above; it has a nice squishy texture due to the double stitching. i'm saving all these patterns for future use when i've run out of things to do!
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| birthday pressies |
now i just need to have a little brag about the beautiful cowl Di made me for my birthday. it's made from a yarn i have eyed off for years - Noro wool and silk. now i know why there's all these Noro addicts and knitting groups, this yarn is supremely comfortable to wear, and the dyes are amazing. i love this a lot, it's a tie with my Dottie Angel book that Di also sent me. i was very lucky this year! hop over to Di's blog if you want to know more.
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