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Jun 28, 2012

FEW WORDS

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Today I started the process of trying to duplicate the antique gem I found online.I started out by choosing  thread and  needle. Then made 10 stitches and closed the circle with a slip stitch.

In the circle I stitched 18 single crochet and closed with a slip stitch to complete my first row.

Then for the second row I did a variation of the double crochet. 

In  each single crochet from row #1 you will stitch a double crochet and  separate each one with one chain, and close with a slip stitch

You can do the third row in your own version to put an authentic touch. Here are the pics:

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The instructions will get better with time, Please have patience.

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Jun 27, 2012

RECYCLING

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I have decided to save the planet by collecting any metal ring that comes my way.

I have seen really nice expensive purses made by recyclingI will merge crochet stitches into the mix to not deviate from my “specialty”.

I had to go to You Tube for inspiration and basic classes, then I will try to design my purse. I hope it won’t turn out to be another little “Nem” my infamous little Penguin Purse. Well we will see…stay tuned okay???

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Jun 26, 2012

HAPPY MONDAY!!!!

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I have been feasting on WordPress, again!!!

I have come to the realization that I cannot entertain the idea of trying to create a lot of “yummy” stuff like  granny Afghans, Amigurumi dolls and etc., to even attempt such a feat would require a trip to the nearest Psych Ward, so I’ve decided to specialize in one area and hopefully keep my sanity in the process.

I have worked with cotton yarn before and will continue using it very sporadically but my real love is thread. Crochet thread is in my opinion very beautiful and versatile.

I have just bought some size #3 to add to my size#10 and please don’t believe that I am narrow-minded, I’m not,  this is just my way to keep this addiction in check.

My little “Nem” (aka nemesis) is coming along nicely. I am using recycled items to stuff him, I will be explaining soon.

Have a fantastic and creative week fellow Artisans!!!!

 

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Jun 21, 2012

SPEECHLESS

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I am humbled and speechless!!!

My heartfelt thanks goes out to Marissa and her wonderful blog A Little Bit of This and That and to Vicky and Maryanne and their fascinating blog woolhogs for nominating me for the Lovely Blog Award!!! I’m very ecstatic!!!!

The Rules for accepting this Award is as follows:

1. Add the award to your blog. 2. Thank the blogger(s) who gave it to you. 3. Mention 7 random things about yourself. 4. List the rules. 5. Award to 15 bloggers. 6. Inform each of those 15 by leaving a comment on their blog.

1- done 2- done 3- mention 7 random things about yourself: 1. I am fascinated by nature 2. I love watching National Geographic Channel 3. I want to visit Yellowstone and Yosemite parks in the near or far future. 4. I like to analyze everything (Sherlock Holmes syndrome) 5. I am of average height but I’ve always wanted to be super tall lol!! 6.I love watching Little People Big World. 7. I love teaching, I hope you have not noticed :-) .

4-done 5- Award to 15 bloggers, please forgive me if I choose only 5 blogs, visit my blog roll, WordPress has fantastic blogs, but My Top Five Blogs are:G-Ma Ellen, Rainbow, Crafty, Buttonbeautiful, Sara.

6- done!!!

Well that’s All for Now Folks!!! See You Soon!!!

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Jun 20, 2012

MOTIF TUTORIAL

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I hope this tutorial is not confusing: this motif starts off with 5 chains

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Close the circle with one slip stitch,  then stitch 6 chains and  one double crochet in circle,  separate each double crochet with 3 chains repeat 4 times.  The circle is complete. Second Row: in each loop you will make a single crochet, half double crochet and 3 double crochet, then half double crochet then a single crochet you will repeat in each loop.

This will make the petals. If you would like a more complex flower you will add more petals. I will tackle that in the next tutorial. See you soon!!!

 

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