Making cards - Ideas for beginners (part 4)

npsmama

Hi everyone!
I've been quiet bc I've been concentrating on learning how to crochet and also I made a breastfeeding pillow in readiness for the baby's arrival. All the ones to buy couldn't be washed which seems daft to me as something is bound to end up on it so I made one out of fleece with separate covers. That way the liquids won't be absorbed into the pillow itself and I'll be able to wash the covers as needed - plus I get to have different covers and pretty ones too!
As for crochet - it is so satisfying!! I've only made two dishcloths (to practice the different stitches) but now feel confident enough to try making that bonnet I've been on about for the baby. The dishcloths are on my blog if you're really bored!! :rotfl:

I did make some Easter cards this morning but they were extremely simple as for some reason Easter cards don't inspire me. But I got them done and posted.

6969annw

need some help please. I have done some small cross stitches because i was bored and now want to make these into cards. I dont however want to buy aperture cards that these will fit into as they are all different. Is there a machine or tool that i can get that wil cut the hole i need in a card for me? I would just use a compass and draw the circle and cut it out but i want them to look a bit more proffesional :-) Want to continue making cards as the ones i have made in the past have been greatly received and i really need to start selling stuff to make some extra cash :-)

PepPop

npsmama Great dishcloths - what kind of wool did you use?

6969annw There are loads of expensive tools but if you just want to cut ovals or squares how about these. I know Hobbycraft sell them cos I've looked at them myself and they look ok (haven't bought them cos I'm gonna get a cuttlebug)

twinklelittlestar

ali.b.123 - hope you got all your housework done (you can come and do mine if you've finished)

Rainmac - love the easter baskets on your blog, were they very difficult to make?

Madfrog - have sent you a pm but thank you so much for the package that arrived today (kids tea on hold for a few minutes while I have a play!)

General question to anyone who has a blog. I was thinking about starting one but who do you think is best? I have heard of blogspot, are there any other ones out there that are free and easy to use? Your expert advice would be greatly appreciated thank you ladies. I just dont want one that is difficult to use (although I am quite good on a computer normally)

Hope all those who were feeling poorly are better now. My OH seems to be on the mend now thank goodness.

Mad-Frog

Twinkle You are welcome, I use blogspot and it easy to use, I am not very good with computers really but I set mine up no problem.

THE-WIFE I have just realised that I have blogged your card I have made before I have posted to you So can you not read my blog please for a couple of days

Well have made a basket for my niece today, I am sure I must be doing something wrong as it takes me forever to make cards and what looks like simple projects take me hours... I must faff around too much

Was hoping my parcel of goodies would arrive today so I could have a play with the inks I ordered but still waiting

Skiergirl

Crafty JuJu - fab easter card and bunnies

Bitsy Beans - Hi and welcome

Dragonllew - lovely fan and birthday card

OAP - lovely cards

Hassy - sounds like a great weekend

Rainmac - fab easter baskets, the teachers will love them

npsmama - well done on learning to crochet, I got a basic kit last year and am still plucking up courage to try as it looks so complicated

ali - well done on finishing the cleaning

twinkle - I think most of us on here use Blogger which is really simple to set up and use (if I can do it anyone can)


Not sure if people know but the nec show is in hall 11 this time. I won't be around tomorrow so will be outside there around 10 on fri. Looking forward to seeing some of you then

Crafty_JuJu

PepPop - Sorry I'm not for hire with decorating..I hate doing mine, it takes crafting time away from me lol I've managed to get 2 coats of paint on all the woodwork in the bathroom, going to try get another on after tea. Its amazing how much bigger a bathroom can look when you paint the pine bath panel & wall cabinet white

Twinkle - I too use blogspot & find it very easy to use, I'm only know basics when it comes to computers & this site is good

Skiergirl - Thankyou look forward to meeting you friday...I can't wait, not long now

I've had a busy day but I've managed to get my painting done, finished the Easter Sock Bunnies & I have just made my 1st Memory Wire Bracelet (on blog) I'm having a good day Touch wood the headache won't come back when I stop later!!

Anyway hope everyone has had a good day, "hugs" & love to those who need it today xxx

SallyUK

Hello Everyone!

Hope everyone is ok?

Npsmama, well done on the crochet! Those dishcloths look good! Although I've tried lots of crafts, including knitting and cross stitch, I've never managed to get my head around doing crochet for some reason, so well done! Same as dressmaking, even though I love cross stitching, I don't like real sewing like hems etc - lol

I've been busy making three more towel cakes today, one for a 16th birthday, one for a 40th birthday and a mini pamper cake, oh and an Easter chick one - lol - I blogged these for you to see.

Best wishes and hugs to everyone else who might be feeling poorly or had bad news or who's feeling fed up in general, and hugs to everyone just for being yourselves! lol

Sal
x

npsmama wrote: »

Hi everyone!
I've been quiet bc I've been concentrating on learning how to crochet and also I made a breastfeeding pillow in readiness for the baby's arrival. All the ones to buy couldn't be washed which seems daft to me as something is bound to end up on it so I made one out of fleece with separate covers. That way the liquids won't be absorbed into the pillow itself and I'll be able to wash the covers as needed - plus I get to have different covers and pretty ones too!
As for crochet - it is so satisfying!! I've only made two dishcloths (to practice the different stitches) but now feel confident enough to try making that bonnet I've been on about for the baby. The dishcloths are on my blog if you're really bored!! :rotfl:

I did make some Easter cards this morning but they were extremely simple as for some reason Easter cards don't inspire me. But I got them done and posted.

flourgirl

Sal your towel cakes have really become popular, well done to you x Mind you they are lovely. I do hope you eventually got paid from the forum member !

2 sleeps to the NEC whooo hoo.. Have got my bunny ears ready!

Bunbun I have replied to your PM and sent you an email

Gemm I hope you are feeling better and ready for Friday

flourgirl

Crafty JuJu the braclet on your blog is fabulous. and I love all the sock bunnies

Mad Frog Your cards are gorgeous and I love your basket

The standard of makes on all the blogs is astounding. Well Done everyone xx