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Handcraft and Crochet – Authentic String Mop

by | September 17, 2018 | crochet, design projects, tutorial | 0 Comments

We decided we needed a larger, stronger mop at home. We were not able to find one that was substantial enough to clean our home filled with tiles. A strong wooden handle was also a better option than the thin plastic and metal option that store-bought mops...
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Crochet Stars – A quick handcraft project for Christmas

by | December 14, 2015 | christmas, crochet, inspiration | 0 Comments

It's so good to be making again!  We have just finished moving house, studio and my husband's office into beautiful temporary space.  I'm making some last minute Christmas favours. Crochet Stars for Christmas. I followed crafter and crocheter - Matt's clear...
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Create a Waistcoat from a Crochet Tablecloth

by | September 7, 2015 | crochet, DIY, Fabric and textiles, recycled, tutorial, vintage | 0 Comments

A quick fun project with a really rewarding outcome - DIY instructions to convert a circular charity-shop-find tablecloth into a trendy draped-front waistcoat. Rectangular crochet tablecloths are great for reusing as throws or bed covers, but circular ones are a...
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Crochet Bud Vases DIY

by | July 2, 2015 | crochet, DIY, recycled, tutorial, wedding | 0 Comments

These soda vases are a great way to re-cycle glass bottles.   They are covered in a simple parcel string crochet.  The string can be left plain or dip dyed to create a gradient of colour. (You can create this yourself with the free crochet pattern at the end of the...
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Up-cycle Jumpers into Classy Cardigans

by | June 29, 2015 | crochet, DIY, Fabric and textiles, inspiration, recycled, recycled clothing, tutorial | 0 Comments

Today's story - Upcycle sweater - Tutorial  Here's how it happened in real life to 2 warm and fluffy pullovers.  They have been converted into cardigans - projects perfect for our chilly Southern Hemisphere weather right now. The first is  family...
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Button Thread Bracelets – DIY

by | June 12, 2015 | jewelery, recycled, thread, tutorial | 0 Comments

Finally!  The tutorials are up for these button bracelets.  They are a fun, quick project and a good way to use up a leftover buttons and crochet cottons.  I've  shown a few variations of colour and techniques.  Mostly, I've used crochet cotton like J&P Coats...
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Button Bracelets ‘stitched’ with Cotton Thread

by | March 19, 2014 | inspiration, jewelery, recycled, thread | 0 Comments

I made these button bracelets for myself.   I did not want the buttons to be the star of the show, rather the pattern formed by the thread as it dipped in and out of the button holes. I hope to try out some more and document the process.  Update -...
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Tapestry Yarn Crochet Cushion – Pattern

by | November 15, 2013 | crochet, cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, tutorial | 0 Comments

 Crochet owes it's widespread appeal to the fact that it is easy to do, and lends itself to so many delightful interpretations. The simplicity and adaptability of the basic stitches tempt the novice to try her hand, and the expert to outdo herself The Complete Book of...
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Natural Mood Enhancer

by | November 7, 2013 | crochet, personal | 0 Comments

You are what you make ... I am passionate about crochet and these close-up pics of a recently finished project evoke an emotional response in me. Why?   It's because I have felt the fuzzy wool, and the cool steel hook. I relished the gentle challenge of creating a...
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Crochet Earrings – Quick Revival

by | October 18, 2013 | crochet, Fabric and textiles, jewelery, tutorial | 0 Comments

I love the simple teardrop shape of these large earrings. They started out their costume life shiny gold... but soon became dull and coppery So I decided to cover them in a bright tangerine cotton thread.   And now they're good to go To cover each earring -  ss, ch 1,...
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Crochet Earrings – Quick Revival

Crochet Earrings – Quick Revival

I love the simple teardrop shape of these large earrings. They started out their costume life shiny gold... but soon became dull and coppery So I decided to cover them in a bright tangerine cotton thread.   And now they're good to go To cover each earring -  ss, ch 1,...

Cross-Stitch Dish Towel – Craft Therapy

Cross-Stitch Dish Towel – Craft Therapy

A cross-stitch dish towel to add to your collection. Finish this quick and easy cross-stitch pattern in an evening and satisfy your need to create something with your hands!    Use a black crochet thread and a budget checked dishcloth.   The crosses on this one were...

Crochet Bottle Cover – White on White

Crochet Bottle Cover – White on White

I quickly took a pic of this special order crochet covered wine bottle, before it was delivered yesterday.   Just love the different white textures.  The background is a large rectangular custom-made grass mat. crochet bottle cover

Recycled Vintage Doilies – Genteel and Affordable…

Recycled Vintage Doilies – Genteel and Affordable…

Recently I moulded most of my doily collection into little plates and bowls. Each doily is dipped into Plaster of Paris and is then coated and gently baked with a layer of sealant. This makes the delicate dishes slightly more robust and water-resistant. They look good...

Love Crochet Flowers

Love Crochet Flowers

Crochet Flowers - One of my fave Christmas presents was one I found myself, ordered from Kalahari.net and then told my mom she had to give to me! 100 Flowers to Knit and Crochet by Lesley Stanfield is giving me lots of joy as I work my way through the gorgeous blooms!...

Cotton Crochet Covered Jars

Cotton Crochet Covered Jars

Freshly Found PBJ's are in full production now.  The lovely Colette has come on board and is using her skills to crochet up a storm. My substantial stash of Black Cat Peanut Butter bottles [the smaller 400g size] is now almost depleted,so I am appealing to my...

Crochet Mixing Bowl Covers

Crochet Mixing Bowl Covers

This is a range of Freshly Found Vintage Pyrex Bowls, covered in crocheted string! They are lots of fun to make and they look good too. I have enjoyed one on my coffee table for a the past few months. They are for sale only at the market, as they are rather pricey to...

Dessert Bowls with a Difference

Dessert Bowls with a Difference

 After the positive feedback for my covered PBJs, [and yippee, some sales ] I've been encouraged to take my crochet  passion further and cover these delicate 3-legged vintage glass bowls in different patterns too! I love the fact that the results are...

PBJs

PBJs

PBJ stands for Peanut Butter Jars.  That's what these are - underneath the lacy white covering!   I decided to give some more expression to my crush on crochet!  I am busy on the 5th cover now and each 1 has given me the opportunity to try out some...