Latest makes

In response to a plea, on CB forum, for ideas for a knitted gift for a 6-year-old birthday party guest (male), I took an idea from Craftseller magazine, played around with it and created a Little Monster!

 Just the right size for a little pad of paper and a few crayons.

Also for CB forum, this time a Crafty Challenge, I made this Hot Pink lacy cowl from some of my (vintage) stash .....

 It took less than 50g and is so light and delicate ..... but also very warm with its mohair content.

I still have another ball so I think I may make a beret to match. :)

Still working on my Xtreme bags ..... I have another two to sew up ...... and a whole lotta stash to sort through for more yarn combinations. Watch this space!

More birthday gifts

I also managed to finish this pink heart-shaped cushion for DGD's birthday (today) using the same technique as the purple one - 10mm needles and 3 strands of yarn. I had just enough of the eyelash yarn to complete the front . . . .

 . . . the back is done with 2 x mid pink and 1 x light pink. If you'd like to make one yourself, here's the link to the free pattern. Enjoy!

 Also made her some bunting, spelling out her name, to go in her new bedroom.

Happy Birthday, Ellie xxx

Fluffy cushion

I've just finished this little cushion for DGD's 4th birthday on Monday. She loves purple! It was a very quick-knit project on 10mm needles, using 3 strands of yarn together - purple/white eyelash, white DK and purple DK. The back is all purple DK - again, 3 strands on 10mm needles.

The squares are made using the same principle as the SANDS baby blanket, but this time in stocking stitch, and sewn together with a simple whipstitch.