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Stitching & Crafting Room:  What's on your crochet hook?  |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 1:18:14 PM
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I'm curious what other crochet fans are working on and the types of projects that you find yourself wanting to make. I'm always drawn to vintage style work and things that blow the stereotype of lumpy, bulky crochet away. I'm currently working my way through a book called "Vintage Crochet" and though much of it isn't my idea of vintage inspired, there are some fun patterns. I have the doggy sweater on my hook right now so I can practice the popcorn stitch.
I'm also a big fan of the beta website, Ravelry and I find many good projects there. I wish Alicia Paulson had more crochet patterns because I LOVE her work.
What about you? What's on your hook?
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
http://nostalgichomemaking.blogspot.com |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 1:26:23 PM
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Well, I am on ravelry, too...but I am not a very good crochetter, so I have made it my mission to become one this late summer/fall/winter. So I am currently in the midst of a girls 7/8 crochetted cotton skirt, and I have been trying out my newest stitches on washcloths, so I am getting a good stash of washcloths, and soon, I think I may even be able to read a simple pattern, but I am not holding my breath. My stuff is on my blog if you wanna go see.
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http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com/ |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 1:42:43 PM
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I'm doing the crocheted skirt thing too, and dishcloths. Also on my blog. ;) Oh, and berets! I figure out how to make something simply, and then commence to make a bazillion of them.
 http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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Edited by - Bonne on Aug 04 2008 1:44:16 PM |
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Tammy Claxton
True Blue Farmgirl
1559 Posts
Tammy
Glen Burnie
Maryland
USA
1559 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 7:00:55 PM
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I love your berets and skirts Bonne! Very cool dishcloth Jessica!
I'm working on another "nightie", and then it's onto some charity work for the babies. I'm hoping to get a few afghans and hats done for them by the holidays.
Crafty Bay Farmgirl Chapter
"What doesn't kill you will only make you stronger"
Farmgirl #152
http://countryintheburbs.blogspot.com/ |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 9:01:50 PM
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I don't crochet often but always have a little project in a zippered bag in my car or tote bag..right now it is a strip of sage green lace. It is kinda narrow and simple..not sure where I will use it yet, but I am making it long enough to use it for a set of pillow cases or a recieving blanket...something like that. I love the color..size 40 cotton.
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 9:12:25 PM
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Oh Jenny, size 40!!! egads..I'm not sure they make a magnifier that strong..LOL When my eyes were at their strongest I would occasionally use size 20 and 30...would love to see a picture of it and dream about working with something that small again..I've been using size 10 lately and it's a challenge.
Stephanie
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com ~~~Crochet, Sewing, Life Collections & Recollections Blog
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com Vintage & Modern Fabric, Fiber & Yarn Blog
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com ~~~~~Go Shopping at my Website Catalog!! |
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lacisne88
True Blue Farmgirl
1181 Posts
Chelsey
Lake Stevens
Washington
USA
1181 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2008 : 10:58:35 PM
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Nothing right now because I haven't learned yet...hopefully soon...I am going to learn for the crochet badge!! 
Chelsey
Farmgirl Sister #283 |
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82kygal
True Blue Farmgirl
548 Posts
Laura
Somerset
Kentucky
USA
548 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 04:46:55 AM
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I am working on a washcloth (my first) so I am kind of winging it. I am working on a baby afgan for my grandbaby and I am working on finishing one my grandmother started before she passed away 11 years ago.
With God, all things are possible. (Mark 10:27)
What ever you are, be a good one. (Abe Lincoln) |
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Suzan
True Blue Farmgirl
659 Posts
suzanne
duncannon
pa
USA
659 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 06:27:17 AM
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| I learned to crochet 37 yrs ago when expecting my second child. Just picked up a good housekeeping magazine that had "learn to crochet" directions in it and taught myself while making a baby afghan. I love to crochet and always have something going. I envy anyone who can crochet with thread, though, I find it really frustrating! I'm a yarn person! I just finished a snowflake afghan for my daughter and a dinosaur afghan for my grandson, have another one going for my great-nephew's first birthday. |
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Mommyswanson
True Blue Farmgirl
463 Posts
Laura
Waukegan
IL
USA
463 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 06:57:46 AM
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I am working on a pillow for our sofa in nice fall colors.
Laura
"That which does not kill us makes us strong!" "I cast all my cares upon you Lord." |
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emsmommy5
True Blue Farmgirl
1547 Posts
Angie
Buckley
WA
USA
1547 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 09:04:21 AM
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I have two neonatal blankets, a rug, and a doily going right now.
Farmgirl #208
What are you doing with your dash? |
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sleepless reader
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
CA
USA
1022 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 09:19:05 AM
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Big hook has a wash cloth at work; tiny hooks have coin purses and more lace trim. I made some for my denim jacket, then wasn't sure I lked it once it was on. This round will go on some pillow cases (I think)...
Sharon
Farmgirl Sister #74
Life is messy. Wear your apron! |
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CherryPie
True Blue Farmgirl
935 Posts
Kimberly Ann
Puyallup
WA
USA
935 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 09:24:43 AM
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I admire anyone who works with thread - I find it really difficult. I feel all clumsy holding the hook and I don't have a good standing magnifier so I can actually see what I'm doing (I know lots of folks work by touch but I gotta see it too).
I still haven't gotten the hang of edging yet. My next project will be a mantle runner so I can practice.
Kimberly Ann
Farmgirl Sister #225
http://nostalgichomemaking.blogspot.com |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 1:18:40 PM
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yikes you all are brave...slowly working towards all those things...have tyou seen the awesome rug Bonne's sis made her for her birthday...it is on her blog!
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com/ |
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eskimobirdlady
True Blue Farmgirl
700 Posts
connie
fairbanks
ak
USA
700 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 1:43:09 PM
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| i have just started a cowl out of microfiber yarn. so far i have only taken the first row out 3 times *grin* has anyone worked with the microfiber yarn? its is really different but so soft! i wonder how warm it will be? peace connie in alaska |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
2350 Posts |
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Sandra K. Licher
True Blue Farmgirl
1106 Posts
Sandra
Horseshoe Bend
Arkansas
1106 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 5:10:35 PM
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Wow...you gals are ambitious and talented! I've crocheted on and off for years but I'm not that good. I only do scarves and afghans (LOL!) but I am going to try the thread doily CAL in Bunch of Country Swappin Gals Henhouse so wish me luck! I am finishing a baby afghan right now for my new grandson. It is really granny squares with pastel middles and white on the outside but even after I get the last row done I have to piece it all together so I guess I'm not REALLY done by a longshot!
I'd like to do a rug like Bonne too someday! Thanks for this posting...it's so nice to hear and see what others are working on!
Sam in AR..... "It's a great life if you don't weaken!"
Farmgirl Sister #226 |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2008 : 7:05:39 PM
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you always do good work sunshine, might as well give compliments to those who earn them..good job, really, i think you do good work, nothing i would have the patience for, but i can always check out your stuff and say wow, that is cool
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com/ |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2008 : 10:09:57 AM
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Ditto about Sunshine. Make sure you add her blog to your "places to go" on your own blogs. ;)
She's somethin' else.
http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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