Welcome Summer!.... and new projects!

Whew!  It's been really busy lately what with visiting kids, etc.  But we're back home and getting into our summer groove.   We had a great trip to the Cleveland area to visit kids and grandkids.  We didn't get to see everyone, but maybe next trip.

Of course I took a crochet project or two.  I was able to finish this sweet little summer vest for my daughter.  She makes such a great model.   Sorry, I didn't get a close-up of the stitches.  But still, you can get a general idea of what it looks like.

I also finished this little crochet clutch after I got home.  I just needed something small and understated to carry to a wedding.  This was perfect.  I love the vintage button closure and the smart shell-stitch.

I love this little clutch purse and will probably use it often.  I may even make one in bright colors and add a shoulder strap for a cross-body bag.  Have I said these are really fun to make?  The free pattern can be found here.

Finished!

Finished my bathroom rug!  WooHoo!  I like the way it turned out.  Now to figure out a way to make it non-slip.  Next bathroom project will be a seat cover.  I'm thinking of doing a Mandela type pattern, but all in one color to coordinate with the rug.    It should be interesting to see how it comes together.

Here is the finished rug.

The blue rounds are actually a darker blue than the pic shows.  I love the scallops around the edge!

Blessings!
Reny

Licorice!!!!

Lately I've been in a mood to create my own designs when I crochet.   Usually I use a cute pattern designed by someone who is wildly creative,  and I have loved making almost every item I have ever completed.  But creating my own is a new challenge that I am beginning to enjoy just as much.

This is Licorice!  When I began working with this lovely variegated yarn I wasn't sure what would come out of it.  The more I worked, the more the finished product formed in my mind.    A goat!  What perfect yarn for a crochet goat!  When he was completed  I asked my grandson Paul what his name should be.  "Licorice" was his reply.  Of course he knows another goat named Licorice and I was delighted to name my creation after the original Licorice who happens to be a pet belonging to a friend of the family with a heart to rescue animals.

So, what do you think?  I see lots of things I can improve on, but I do think he is kinda cute!  I hope Licorice inspires you to try your hand at creating some original items too.   

Gotta Love This Pretty Necklace!

I love working with good high quality fibers when I'm crocheting!  And some of the yarns are sooo pretty!  Like this:  

The picture does not really do this necklace justice.  It is just gorgeous in real life!  This is hand crocheted using the Solomon's Knot stitch and is approximately 10 yards long and done in one long piece.  The options for looping this around the neck are varied and endless.   The button tab on it can be  removed or embellished with a broach or flower.

I love this necklace!  I can't wait to try more colors with this pattern.

Thanks to Carolyn at Living Skies Crochet  for this lovely pattern.