Share your current makes

redfragglebiker

Does what it says on the tin! I thought it might be a nice idea to have a thread where we could share our current makes and perhaps ask advice if you're at a sticking point with one of your projects.

My current project is a replica of a 40's pearl necklace for a friend of mine and she's asked me to design some earrings and a bracelet to match. She goes to a lot of 40's themed events but real pearls are too expensive and she'd be scared of losing them.

I'll post pictures later on but would love to see what you're all working on be it jewellery, cards, knitting, crochet etc.

P.S If there's anyone in Sheffield that fancies teaching me to knit or crochet I'd love you forever and bake you cookies.

jap200

I've just finished a 2-year labour of love to knit a blanket of crazy squares for my eldest son. Will post a pic later - I need to get someone to hold it up!

redfragglebiker

Nice one Jap - I'm slighltly mesmerised by your little strolling avatar dude - I could watch him all day!

LV_Sue

My latest makes.


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Hanging birds with dried lavender in their wings as part of my sister-in-law's birthday present. Made from Cath Kidston lookalike t-towels I got in Wilko's sale for £1.50 for 3! :j


Close up of the largest bird.
Now I have to make another set for her daughter's birthday next month as she keeps trying to pinch these every time she visits!:rotfl:



House doorstop made for my neighbour's birthday present using the offcuts of curtains I altered for her, and her husband's old shirts! Filled with cheapo Wilko pillow stuffing and cat litter for stability.
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bargainfinder1992

I'm making a sock monkey for my OH gran will post when complete today!

mtbbuxton

redfragglebiker wrote: »

P.S If there's anyone in Sheffield that fancies teaching me to knit or crochet I'd love you forever and bake you cookies.

If you're nearby, it's worth popping into http://thewoolbaa.co.uk/index.html
Located near Hunters Bar roundabout, they offer classes and I think also run coffee mornings/socials. I'm not connected with them, but have bought supplies from there on many occasions. Very friendly place
Also have a look on http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/index.php
as it may list groups in your area.

M x

seabright

I'm making a ripple crochet blanket, but have run out of wool today, so had to stop until I get back to the UK in August.

Now, do I do more crochet, or felties?

bargainfinder1992

I know how to crotchet but no idea how to start a blanket off? Anyone mail me a step by step guide I'd be very grateful! Would love one for my nanna for christmas xxxxxxxxx

jap200

jap200 wrote: »

I've just finished a 2-year labour of love to knit a blanket of crazy squares for my eldest son. Will post a pic later - I need to get someone to hold it up!

Finally, here is a picture. It's not quite as wonky as it looks in the photos as my son is pulling the top out sideways as he holds it up. Well, it is a bit wonky actually, but not quite that much!

It is nearly all garter stitch and mostly odd bits of double-knit from leftovers, charity shops, donations from friends and family etc. I taught myself to crochet (from a book) to do a couple of rows around the edge to finish it off.

LV_Sue

Lovely blanket jap200. So unusual and effective with all the different squares. A family heirloom-to-be. Well done.

redfragglebiker

mtbbuxton wrote: »

If you're nearby, it's worth popping into http://thewoolbaa.co.uk/index.html
Located near Hunters Bar roundabout, they offer classes and I think also run coffee mornings/socials. I'm not connected with them, but have bought supplies from there on many occasions. Very friendly place
Also have a look on http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/index.php
as it may list groups in your area.

M x

Thanks for that! I work not far away from Hunters Bar so might be able to pop in one lunchtime and have a chat.

Still not dug my camera out so you'll all have to wait a bit longer for the jewellery pics.

Loving seeing what you're all up to though!