Hayley Report post Posted November 6, 2021 In a direct update to my last post here I did buy the mini hoops and on an evening when I was feeling a bit stressed and couldn’t focus on my book I made this: It’s definitely not perfect (and I did regret deciding to use metallic thread because it’s so frustrating!) but I’m really quite happy with it. The hoops are different shapes and sizes, some are very small circles. If anybody has ideas for other (Christmas related) things I could try to embroider I’d love to hear them! Bear in mind that I’m new to this though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted November 6, 2021 That's very lovely, Hayley! I can sew but it's not the craft for me (too much like chores, I had to take up my own hems as a youngster). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hayley Report post Posted November 7, 2021 15 hours ago, lunababymoonchild said: That's very lovely, Hayley! I can sew but it's not the craft for me (too much like chores, I had to take up my own hems as a youngster). Thank you! It's something I really wish I was better at. I know what you mean about associating it with a chore, but it does feel very different embroidering a picture than it does repairing things (not that I can do much more repairing than sewing up a hole! I even just use wonder web for hems). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrissy Report post Posted November 8, 2021 That's so lovely, Hayley. Love it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Athena Report post Posted November 16, 2021 It's beautiful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted December 24, 2021 (edited) This is what I've been making for the last two months. It's called Snaggletooth and the pattern is by Esme Crick/Red Sparrow Crochet. I'm going to line it and then decide whether it needs pom poms or tassels. For now I'm just glad that it's finished (it's for me). Did I mention that my other hobby is crochet? lol Edited December 24, 2021 by lunababymoonchild Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Madeleine Report post Posted December 24, 2021 That's lovely, maybe a few tassles to add the finishing touch?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted December 24, 2021 2 hours ago, Madeleine said: That's lovely, maybe a few tassles to add the finishing touch?! Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Athena Report post Posted January 3 It's beautiful! Well done Luna! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted January 3 50 minutes ago, Athena said: It's beautiful! Well done Luna! Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poppy Report post Posted February 20 On 12/25/2021 at 12:18 AM, lunababymoonchild said: This is what I've been making for the last two months. It's called Snaggletooth and the pattern is by Esme Crick/Red Sparrow Crochet. I'm going to line it and then decide whether it needs pom poms or tassels. For now I'm just glad that it's finished (it's for me). Did I mention that my other hobby is crochet? lol Stunning blanket Luna! Have you got your next one planned? I've just finished a Copenhagen blanket (Wool Thread Paint) which uses a snuggle stitch and I'm feeling a bit bereft. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted February 20 7 hours ago, poppy said: Stunning blanket Luna! Have you got your next one planned? I've just finished a Copenhagen blanket (Wool Thread Paint) which uses a snuggle stitch and I'm feeling a bit bereft. Thank you Poppy. I always seem to be planning but not settled on one thing as of yet. I'd love to see your Copenhagen blanket, if you would post a photo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hayley Report post Posted February 20 On 24/12/2021 at 11:18 AM, lunababymoonchild said: This is what I've been making for the last two months. That is gorgeous! I love the colour you chose for edge. If it was my blanket (I wish it was!) I think I would go for tassels . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted February 20 52 minutes ago, Hayley said: That is gorgeous! I love the colour you chose for edge. If it was my blanket (I wish it was!) I think I would go for tassels . Thank you. Tassles it is, then. I have yet to line it so it will be a while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poppy Report post Posted February 20 2 hours ago, lunababymoonchild said: Thank you. Tassles it is, then. I have yet to line it so it will be a while. I second or third tassles too This is my blanket ... hard to get a true depiction of the colours. The designer was inspired by the colours of Copenhagen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted February 20 Poppy, that's outstanding! Well done, it's absolutely gorgeous Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poppy Report post Posted February 21 1 hour ago, lunababymoonchild said: Poppy, that's outstanding! Well done, it's absolutely gorgeous Thanks very much, Luna I really enjoyed making it, it's a slow one to crochet, but loved the interplay of colours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Madeleine Report post Posted February 21 That's lovely, the colours are gorgeous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrissy Report post Posted February 21 lunababymoonchild, the Snaggletooth blanket is gorgeous. The colours work so well together. Poppy, Love your Copenhagen inspired blanket. Such warm colours, and it really does capture the colours and shapes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunababymoonchild Report post Posted February 21 2 minutes ago, Chrissy said: lunababymoonchild, the Snaggletooth blanket is gorgeous. The colours work so well together. Poppy, Love your Copenhagen inspired blanket. Such warm colours, and it really does capture the colours and shapes. Thank you, Chrissy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrissy Report post Posted February 21 10 minutes ago, lunababymoonchild said: Thank you, Chrissy You are very welcome. I remember you posting the photograph, but hadn't realised that I had not commented at the time. So it is a belated "Wow, that is fab!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muggle not Report post Posted February 22 Poppy and Luna - both blankets are very, very, nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hayley Report post Posted February 22 On 20/02/2022 at 9:41 PM, poppy said: The designer was inspired by the colours of Copenhagen. That's such a lovely idea! (Also, accurate!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poppy Report post Posted February 23 Thanks Madeleine, Chrissy, Muggles, Hayley ... and Luna again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muggle not Report post Posted May 4 My vegetable garden is all planted: 4 Better Boy tomato plants, 4 Big Beef tomato plants, 1 Early Girl tomato plant, & 1 German Johnson tomato plant (a Heirloom) 2 Husky cherry tomato plants & 1 grape Tomato plant 2 Bell Pepper plants, 2 jalapeno Pepper plants, 1 Sweet Banana Pepper plant, & 1 Habanero Pepper plant Spinach, Lettuce, Radishes, Spring Onions, and Cucumbers. The Spinach and Lettuce can start to be harvested in small quantities. Radishes and Spring Onions very soon. I am anxious for spinach salad with fresh strawberries in it. Strawberries are in season and I just bought a bucket at a strawberry farm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
