tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8625725086449395082024-01-21T04:42:20.673-08:00Groovy TextilesShirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-661175635263026802013-06-10T05:44:00.000-07:002013-06-10T05:44:03.985-07:00Crochet Dilly Bag Pattern<strong><em>In response to further requests, I've endeavoured to write a pattern for the crochet dilly bag. A much more difficult project, both for me to write and for you to make. To keep it as simple as possible, the pattern is for a smaller version of the large bag previously shown.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>This bag measures 15" (37.5cms) in circumference x 8 " (20cms) in height, an ideal size for a young girl, and also useful on many occasions for a big girl. Large enough to hold a phone, medium purse and glasses, keys plus other small belongings.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>The yarn can be any sturdy acrylic, wool or cotton. 8 ply and a 3.50mm hook were used.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>Because of the stitch variations, a plain colour would also look nice.</em></strong><br />
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Abreviations : As before, I've used English/Australian terminology, with some abreviations such as ch = chain, dc = double crochet, tr = treble, sl st = slip stitch, st = stitch, sp = space.<br />
<u>BASE</u> : make 5 ch, join with sl st to form a ring.<br />
<u>Round 1</u> : 3ch (counts as 1tr), 14tr into ring. Join to 3rd ch of 1st 3ch tr.<br />
<u>Round 2</u> : 3ch, 1tr into same sp, * 2tr into top of each tr. Repeat from * around joining to 3rd ch of 1st tr. 28tr<br />
<u>Round 3</u> : 3ch, * 2tr into top of next tr, 1tr into top of next tr, * repeat from * to * around, finishing 2tr into last tr and joining with sl st to 3rd ch of 1st tr. 42tr<br />
<u>Round 4</u> : 3ch, 1tr into next tr, 2tr into next, * 1tr into each of next 2tr, 2tr into next - repeat from * around, finishing with 2tr into last tr and joining with sl st to 3rd ch of 1st tr. 56tr<br />
<u>Round 5</u> : 3ch, 1tr into each of next 2tr, 2tr into next, * 1tr into each of next 3tr, 2tr into next tr. - repeat from * all round, finishing 2tr into last tr and joining with sl st to 3rd ch of 1st tr. 70tr<br />
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<u>MOTIF (1)</u> : 5ch, join with sl st to form ring.<br />
<u>Round 1</u> : 3ch (counts as 1tr) 2tr into ring, * 2ch, 3tr into ring. Repeat from * twice more, finishing 2ch. Join with sl st to 3rd ch of 1st tr. (4 groups and 4 spaces)<br />
<u>Round 2</u> : Join 2nd colour to a corner sp. 3ch, 2tr into sp. 2ch, 3tr into same sp * 1ch,(3tr, 2ch, 3tr) into next corner sp. Repeat from * all around and join as round one.<br />
<u>Round 3</u> : Join 3rd colour to a corner sp, 3ch, 2tr, into sp, 2ch, 3tr into same sp, * 1ch, 3tr group into the 1ch sp between groups of last round, 1ch, (3tr, 2ch, 3tr) into next corner sp. - Repeat from * all round, finishing 1ch and join as last round.<br />
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<u>MOTIF (2)</u> : Work as the 1st motif to last round. Join colour in corner sp and continue to the 3rd side.<br />
<u>Joining</u> : After 3tr into corner sp, 2ch, dc into corner sp of 1st motif, 3tr group into corner sp of 2nd motif. dc into 1ch sp of 1st motif, 3tr group into next 1ch sp of 2nd motif. dc into next 1ch sp of 1st motif, 3tr group into corner sp of 2nd motif, dc into corner sp of 1st motif, 2ch, 3tr group into corner sp of 2nd motif, 1ch, 3tr group into side 1ch sp - join with sl st.<br />
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Work 5 motifs, joining last to first to make a circle. NOTE : 2 sides will be joined on the last one, so begin joining on 1st side, then on 3rd side.<br />
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If this method is too difficult, the squares can be stitched together. The crochet joining provides space for the next treble row. To achieve this with stitching, the end stitches could be left slightly loose, so as to allow the hook to pass through on next row.<br />
Also, finishing off the ends is easier at this stage.<br />
On one edge of the motif circle, join yarn to the right hand corner sp of a motif. 3ch (counts as 1tr) 1tr in the back of each tr and space across the side of motif, then 1tr into joining dc, (14tr).<br />
Repeat 14 tr across each motif, joining to the 1st 3ch tr. 70tr around. * Working into the back of treble tops on this row gives a nicely defined edge to the squares. On following rows work into the top of tr in the usual way.<br />
Work a second round of 70tr. This edge becomes the lower one - to be joined later to the base.<br />
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<u>Top Edge</u> : Join a colour to the other side of motif circle in the same way as before and proceed on 70tr, making 2 row stripes of different colours. 8 rows in all - on 8th row increase ....<br />
<u>Round 8</u> : 3ch (as 1tr), 2tr into next tr, 1tr into next 34tr, 2tr into next tr, 1tr into next 33tr, join with sl st to 1st. 72tr<br />
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<u>Holes Row For Drawstrings</u> : Starting where the last round ended - 5ch, miss 2tr, 1tr into next tr, * 2ch, miss 2tr, 1tr into next, Repeat from * all round, finishing 2ch and joining with sl st to 3rd ch of 1st 5ch. 24 spaces<br />
<u>Top Edging</u><br />
<u>Round 1</u> : 3ch (as 1tr) * 2tr into next 2ch sp, 1tr in next tr, repeat from * all around finishing with 2tr into last sp and joining to 1st as before. 72tr<br />
<u>Round 2</u> : 1dc into same connecting tr, 1ch, miss 2tr, 5tr into next tr (shell) * 1ch, miss 2tr, 1dc into next tr, 1ch, miss 2tr, "shell" into the next, repeat from * around finishing 1ch and join with sl st to first dc. 12 shells<br />
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A paper template of the base, can be cut - for a lining pattern.<br />
<u>Joining Base</u><br />
With wrong sides together, right sides facing outwards and main bag piece in front, insert hook into top of a tr of main piece, continuing through the top of a tr in base piece, drawing yarn through and making a dc. Insert hook into next 2 corresponding trebles, making a dc. Make another dc in same spaces, 1dc in each of the next 34 correspoding tr, 2dc into next, 1dc into next 33 tr, join with sl st to first dc. ( This increase by 2 sts is for the next shell row)<br />
<u>Shell Round</u> : 1dc into same sp, * 1ch miss 2dc, 5tr (shell) into next, 1ch, miss 2dc, 1dc into next, repeat from * around joining with sl st to 1st dc.<br />
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<u>LINING</u><br />
Cotton fabric in a matching shade is a good choice for the lining. A piece measuring 22" (56cms) x 9" (22cms) is enough - or a fat quarter.<br />
Cut a base circle 5.1/8" (12.5cms) in diameter. This allows a .5cm (1/4") hem.<br />
Cut a main rectangular piece 40cm x 18cm (16"x 7.1/4"). This includes a 1cm seam allowance on side and top and .5cm (1/4") on bottom.<br />
A pocket can be attached at this stage before sides are sewn. Contrast fabric will make it easy to see when needed. The size can be just right for cards or a small notebook.<br />
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Machine stitch sides together, finish seam by pinking or overlocking. Pin, then stitch base to the bottom end - right sides together and finish with zig-zag or overlock. This will need to be done slowly around the circle. Turn a 1cm hem at the top, press or machine stitch, then slip stitch by hand, to inner bag, with wrong sides together, so the right side of lining shows when bag is open.
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<u>DRAWSTRINGS - make 2</u><br />
Using double yarn and larger hook (5.00mm) make 70 chain. 18.1/2" (47cms). Cut yarn leaving 3" tail and pull through last loop. Make another in the same way.<br />
Attach a safety pin to one end, and beginning at a side edge, thread the chain string through the holes working under and over all round, bringing out at the last space. Even the length on both sides and holding ends of both strings in left hand, tie a knot with all tails together - pull tightly and cut to 1.1/4" (3cm). Attach safety pin to second string and beginning at the opposite side of bag, thread in the same way through same holes, around, finishing off as the first one.<br />
Pulled outwards together, the bag will close. To open, put fingers into the top and pull out sideways.<br />
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<u>Decoration - Finishing</u><br />
It's easy to get carried away with charm dangles - they are so charming. A suggestion would be to keep it lightweight, meaningful and with a punch of colour. Interesting beads from an old necklace, fur bits, crochet or felt flower - whatever..... It doesn't have to be expensive to be beautiful.<br />
The one shown is attached by a jump ring, through 2 trebles - towards the side. It could be sewn on just as well.<br />
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I hope you enjoy making the crochet bag. With some imagination, many variations can be created - happy crocheting :-)
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Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-82735673241482298062013-04-13T01:32:00.000-07:002013-04-15T03:46:12.616-07:00Special Request Crochet Pattern<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><em>It has been an interesting exercise to review an earlier creation and write a pattern for it. The terminology is in English/Australian, as my knowledge of the descriptions used in the U.S.A. are limited. Some abreviations have been used, such as :- sp = space, ch = chain, tr = treble, htr = half treble, dtr = double treble, dc = double crochet, st = stitch.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>To save disappointment and unpicking later, it is best to work out a colour combination before beginning a square. This one measures 4.1/2" x 4.1/2" (11 x 11cms) - worked in 8 ply on a 3.50 mm hook.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>For those who haven't tried double trebles before :- Yarn over hook twice, insert hook into required space, yarn over, draw through space, yarn over, draw through first 2 loops on hook, yarn over, draw through next 2 loops, yarn over, draw through remaining 2 loops on hook.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>PATTERN - make 6 chain, join with slip st to form ring.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 1 - 3ch (counts as 1tr) work 12 tr into ring, join with slip st to 3rd ch of 1st 3ch - drawing through the next colour.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 2 - 3ch (counts as 1tr) 1tr into same sp. 2tr into top of each tr of last round. Join as before, drawing through next colour. 24 tr</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 3 - * 4ch, miss 2 tr, dc into next, working into the back 2 loops ( this gives a better finished look) rep from * all round. Slip into top of 1st tr of last round. This is the petal colour and base for them - 8 spaces.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 4 - Into next 4ch sp, work * 1htr, 1tr, 3dtr, 1tr, 1htr. Slip st into top of next dc. Rep from * all round. 8 petals. Slip into 1st dc, drawing through next colour.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 5 - 4ch, 1dc into top of 1st dtr (again working into back 2 loops of st) 3ch, miss 1dtr,1dc into next dtr, 1ch, 1tr into the slip st between petals, 1ch, 1dc into 1st dtr of next patal, 3ch etc.. all round. Join to 3rd ch of 1st 4ch. Keeping same colour, begin next round.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>round 6 - 3ch (counts as 1st tr) 2tr into same space. 1ch * 3dtr, 2ch, 3dtr into 3ch sp on top of next petal. (this is the corner of the square) 1ch, 3tr into top of next tr, 1ch, 3dc into next 3ch sp on top of next petal, 1ch, 3tr into top of next tr, 1ch - rep from * all round.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>After the last 3dc, 1ch, slip into 2nd ch of 1st group.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>Happy Crocheting :-)</em></strong>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-80436512158882879042012-10-11T04:55:00.000-07:002012-10-11T04:55:49.989-07:00Big Crochet Flower Scarf<strong><em>A new 'over the top' crochet flower motif, joined to make a long neck scarf. The ice-cream colours match well with pastels, although against black or navy, it would make a strong impact. A blue varigated yarn was used for the loopy edging and fringe, in keeping with the similar yarn on the last round of motifs.</em></strong><br />
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Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-77698025634761408642012-09-15T04:42:00.000-07:002012-09-15T04:42:52.905-07:00Patchwork Handknit Jumper<strong><em>Knitting a jumper in random colours and shapes is quite a challenge - one I find creatively inspiring, even though sometimes there is undoing if a colour or gauge isn't right. This one was made from different yarns, mostly 100% wool, because I wanted the "worn in" woolly look. Knobbly and flecky yarns, sometimes vintage finds, can help with this. In parts, two yarns were knitted together to make up the thickness.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>There is a little pocket on the left side which I lined with cotton fabric. Normally, they would have a knitted lining, but I didn't want the bulk, especially at hip level. I felt the little pocket added to the ' country ' feel of the jumper.</em></strong>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-38007071986528604802012-08-18T03:32:00.002-07:002012-08-18T03:47:30.460-07:00New Look Chair<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-5213059122763931752012-08-05T03:45:00.000-07:002012-08-18T03:56:50.594-07:00Groovy Legwarmers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-14504934797439294122012-07-01T04:58:00.000-07:002012-07-01T04:58:52.425-07:00New Grunge Brooches<strong><em>These new crochet brooches aren't actually grungy. The name is used as a link to the style that evolved out of early 70's rock music and the colourful woolly look that went with it.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>Made from pure wool, in keeping with the theme, they make an exciting accessory to pin a scarf, or on a jumper - especially a handknitted garment.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>The dusty pink "Rose Bouquet" measures 5.5cm. The "Autumn Leaf" 7.5cm across, and the "Psychedelic stripes" knitted brooch is 7.5cm across also.</em></strong>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-87979241347303895792012-06-09T20:10:00.002-07:002012-07-01T04:38:20.312-07:00Red Crochet Poncho<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong><em>There's something about crochet in red that's really very pretty. Each time red is used, I think this, but forget and remember it anew when choosing the colour again. This little poncho will fit a 2 to 3 year old. Worked in 8 ply acrylic yarn, lightweight and machine washable. A fun and cosy addition to a tiny tots wardrobe.</em></strong>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-37182696420751135232012-05-27T04:16:00.000-07:002012-05-27T04:16:35.116-07:00New Children's Handknits<strong><em>It has been some time since the last post. Fortunately, the house hasn't been sold yet, and I've been able to enjoy some knitting time. It is such a tactile craft, simple in it's requirements - beautiful bamboo needles and soft luxurious wool - a wonderful combination.</em></strong><br />
<strong><em>The weather now is cool enough to wear the light green top pictured in the previous post. Children's knits have been a main item on the agenda for a few weeks. This little boy's style is handknitted from new season's luxury machine wash wool, from the Bendigo Mills in Victoria. A bold rib pattern worked on 5.50mm needles. The wool needs to knit to 12 ply for this size needle. Pattern repeats over 4 + 3 stitches and 2 rows. Very easy and gives a wonderful texture.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>Pattern : Row 1 : K3 *P1,K3 rep.from* to end.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em> Row 2 : K1 *P1,K3 rep.from * to last 2 stitches, P1,K1.</em></strong>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-25877342092680175462012-04-22T03:48:00.000-07:002012-04-22T04:00:19.537-07:00New Winter Handknit<div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<em>A soft and simply styled, casual top for winter. Ideal to wear over a thin close fitting tee shirt or skivy. The pattern is easy, although slow growing. Good to do, just for the pleasure of knitting. Stitches are picked up from the shoulder and worked down to the length desired.</em><br />
<em>A vintage style pendant necklace is the choice to wear with this jumper. Delicate ocean jasper from Madagascar on a long beaded chain. The beads have been collected over time ..... a variety of gemstone, glass, vintage, and antique jet with pearl and silver.</em>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-17854441516339957492012-04-14T03:00:00.002-07:002012-04-14T03:15:16.581-07:00Embroidered Baby Jacket<div align="left"><em>When there's just one or two balls of wool left over, plus a few scraps, it can be an interesting project to create something useful from them.</em></div><br /><div align="left"><em>This warm little cardigan / jacket is sized for a baby girl from 1 to 2 years. It took quite awhile to make..... the embroidered sprouting daisies are across the back and fronts. Freehand embroidery such as this, requires patience and an eye for calculating measurements. 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The little pink bolero/shrug is size 3 to 4 yrs. It has a lacey pattern with crochet edges and a 2.5cm flower button closure.</em></div><br /><div align="left"><em>Blue/grey in colour, the cardigan - vest is ideal for inbetween seasons. Vintage found buttons compliment the style and add a childlike appeal to an otherwise quite conservative garment. Both are handknitted in 8ply.</em></div><br /><div align="left"><em>Blog Posts may be on hold for awhile now, due to the rented house I live in, being placed on the market, for sale. 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Worked in soft 8ply acrylic yarn on a 3.50mm hook. Just right for over a long sleeved tee shirt or skivy, for the cooler autumn days ..... spring days for northern friends. Inspired by the 70's trend.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHuMMw7AhNmM-busQgGblJM_e7L101lTvcEO8tqUKTvvOxp51uHwlrb3MU45ygNESqY3fBkhhzq7hbeIvjem8rgI-HFht5QPTR9ifwrS_2XYXmcd16LRlvG0Xbe-H3TVdMzNYh3lOF-3A/s1600/dc+400.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 282px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5715825210686701298" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHuMMw7AhNmM-busQgGblJM_e7L101lTvcEO8tqUKTvvOxp51uHwlrb3MU45ygNESqY3fBkhhzq7hbeIvjem8rgI-HFht5QPTR9ifwrS_2XYXmcd16LRlvG0Xbe-H3TVdMzNYh3lOF-3A/s400/dc+400.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-88391432953790242712012-02-26T02:38:00.001-08:002012-02-26T02:46:48.110-08:00Blue Mood Granny Flowers<div align="left"><em>Crochet cushion cover for a 16" x 16" insert. Worked in 8 ply acrylic yarn on a 3.50mm hook.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQpX7PmWAwaPKMnoomioV2bHfsbrPuwn_4r6FxPt5i-AI4PWLF4Ddx3LTdetI3Kgp1B4H8N0cpirMGRs0RDRJe_yKygT3gr3lc5NAxFRBg5-LWRdfEUqvQ9AhkE6hq9CmoB7ERM5vjBrw/s1600/dc+307.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 394px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5713393438596167666" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQpX7PmWAwaPKMnoomioV2bHfsbrPuwn_4r6FxPt5i-AI4PWLF4Ddx3LTdetI3Kgp1B4H8N0cpirMGRs0RDRJe_yKygT3gr3lc5NAxFRBg5-LWRdfEUqvQ9AhkE6hq9CmoB7ERM5vjBrw/s400/dc+307.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-78378312893712358252012-02-18T01:56:00.000-08:002014-12-02T02:29:54.305-08:00Granny Squares Cushion Cover<div align="left">
<em>The idea for this pattern was easy, but creating it took some trial and error. It's always worth it in the end, and I've used the same design for another in blues. Sized for a 40cm square insert. .</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFzm-U9UQ8XjOpTAkLMLEUV7zd84gefLEzp90EiiDYHyqBSiU9c82NE0aTFU2OzQNCYo-pYGk4SSRdSEAcGba5pHK9XEadoJFzXiAYteAgG8tl_rMz_1WHRNL6fT6fSnKjGgoqQY2xIw/s1600/dc+325.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFzm-U9UQ8XjOpTAkLMLEUV7zd84gefLEzp90EiiDYHyqBSiU9c82NE0aTFU2OzQNCYo-pYGk4SSRdSEAcGba5pHK9XEadoJFzXiAYteAgG8tl_rMz_1WHRNL6fT6fSnKjGgoqQY2xIw/s400/dc+325.jpg" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5710413698936218914" style="cursor: hand; float: left; height: 398px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 400px;" /></a></div>
Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-49049936393465060492012-02-11T17:21:00.000-08:002012-02-11T17:39:34.006-08:00Crochet a Pencilcase<div align="left"><em>This one is really - just for fun ..... although, practical as well. Three granny squares are joined with slip stitch, treble crochet worked around to bring it to the size of the zip. A cotton lining was made for the inside and a charm attached to the zipper handle. Measurements are 10cm x 25cm.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTPmGeXiWZJ0I9OL9APIZmdOxmjHz73og4hyphenhyphenE66S6v-OMAZ_TBloZjjOcqM5-xHWz8zLWUgwIcFbp8-IzxJaetrwVY3x7hqXmQzxo3n-wFL-3cqRmpUEXeMIFRNXk6SMGQAhCOuUUWU3Y/s1600/dc+297.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 273px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708055824504846162" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTPmGeXiWZJ0I9OL9APIZmdOxmjHz73og4hyphenhyphenE66S6v-OMAZ_TBloZjjOcqM5-xHWz8zLWUgwIcFbp8-IzxJaetrwVY3x7hqXmQzxo3n-wFL-3cqRmpUEXeMIFRNXk6SMGQAhCOuUUWU3Y/s400/dc+297.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-88139245554203736612012-02-06T17:30:00.000-08:002012-02-06T17:41:37.721-08:00Pretty Fair Isle with Bobbles<div align="left"><em>Varigated yarn and novelty bobble wool, were used in this little cardigan. The matching printed buttons give a party feeling to the design. Crochet edges and cap sleeves hold the soft knitting together. Sized for a 2 to 3 year old. Worked on 4.50mm needles.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhecpIi3LaX_WDruapYpreOIvnvsWPOCvjj1etqy0ljCUsyECUKeYF175ol75K9EkER_IvioY8ewT4aTR4fV8_yoNjgpixlyg5gMq9xDKitwDkWW7wwyfOFC2QRBpDRM3PrCsih3TrZuLE/s1600/dc+285.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 337px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706201242561197682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhecpIi3LaX_WDruapYpreOIvnvsWPOCvjj1etqy0ljCUsyECUKeYF175ol75K9EkER_IvioY8ewT4aTR4fV8_yoNjgpixlyg5gMq9xDKitwDkWW7wwyfOFC2QRBpDRM3PrCsih3TrZuLE/s400/dc+285.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-6680532348323515532012-01-29T02:58:00.001-08:002012-01-29T03:06:02.533-08:00Vintage Style Teacosy<div align="left"><em>Teacosies as a practicality, never seem to go out of fashion. They lend themselves to whimsical creative experiments while keeping the tea hot at the same time.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhnwHlOP1gM_npgLuU29KMhheQX9GucguNXuFXTH4nlPMKeFF6rSwQAfbl_JsBc3P7suvIhQs30bnKBSHK99NiZzpOw2sR13qzgGDh8BByiC1jfnJaQdvf-KrsPnTlX6ikzw6SwtnfHM/s1600/vintage+039.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 327px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703007279783364226" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMhnwHlOP1gM_npgLuU29KMhheQX9GucguNXuFXTH4nlPMKeFF6rSwQAfbl_JsBc3P7suvIhQs30bnKBSHK99NiZzpOw2sR13qzgGDh8BByiC1jfnJaQdvf-KrsPnTlX6ikzw6SwtnfHM/s400/vintage+039.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-72233179825344791662012-01-07T03:30:00.000-08:002012-01-08T03:32:33.899-08:00Urban Chic - Easy Knitting Pattern<div align="left"><em>Stripes on a bold rib design makes interesting and enjoyable knitting - suitable for a girl or boy. The size 3 yr girl's jumper was made with 10 ply wool. Quantities of leftovers became a challenge in setting the stripes pattern. Two balls each of pink and mauve were found, plus single balls of flecky wool in different colours. Only a half ball of the rose colour was available.</em></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><em>Pattern : multiple of 4 + 3 stitches.</em></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><em>1st row : K3 * P1, K3 rep. from * to end.</em></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><em>2nd row: K1 * P1,K3 rep. from * to last 2 sts. P1, K1.</em></div><br /><br /><div align="left"><em>Two row pattern ..... repeat rows 1 & 2.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia9eHDEVAaJiybb16kOnqeax2EbfNnRg4JmoqJQ14r7iPU_OvYLKOXmZdpfJKbE2GAurHnumLgW7iRqAfjblzBtMXZ1Sf2-PiFoIBfG3ng4z-jvPZSEM_iPADpUuxwUC340sWUwsUPAKs/s1600/new-282-copy.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 378px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5694852592850386930" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia9eHDEVAaJiybb16kOnqeax2EbfNnRg4JmoqJQ14r7iPU_OvYLKOXmZdpfJKbE2GAurHnumLgW7iRqAfjblzBtMXZ1Sf2-PiFoIBfG3ng4z-jvPZSEM_iPADpUuxwUC340sWUwsUPAKs/s400/new-282-copy.jpg" /></a><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7nax42i9bUws1FtUSxNFbXojP0QOtuAtNN7L8d_joLVNlJYm3zt_dwIv_glqLs_c-452wMZ_oLGxkLqYrWZB-4TNvpIh3Kj838lIPeuwb5cp9s4oTZN3nm02xl_w71mYXwQO304wkH-A/s1600/knits1+004.jpg"></a>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-14637738602849814072011-12-31T03:09:00.001-08:002011-12-31T03:22:20.186-08:00Boy's Handknits in Stocking Stitch<div align="left"><em>Toddler size jumpers in plain stocking stitch with bands of colour and pattern. Worked in the Fair Isle method ....... one traditional, the other a simpler modern version.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEKb4cAsMjJjvlKD2UY7XqbzLzD9tPKFTAwgHG2LpVwPqCWgk8TiAR0RP2Uy24aQ1IAV2h3eihaRYmcgsye1MmMs4NrwxLziKM1glDRQ3vmkHH8lqe5Kuc2i7jWKb_d5Ghj0CpzfNMjU8/s1600/new+284.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 284px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5692250501990004722" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEKb4cAsMjJjvlKD2UY7XqbzLzD9tPKFTAwgHG2LpVwPqCWgk8TiAR0RP2Uy24aQ1IAV2h3eihaRYmcgsye1MmMs4NrwxLziKM1glDRQ3vmkHH8lqe5Kuc2i7jWKb_d5Ghj0CpzfNMjU8/s400/new+284.jpg" /></a><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIXDhw4Kb92EsdqdOY5J8xVCluPTle4l014qtJmKmBy9XhbsH_pt6QtJIB4XnCiZydBsV28LRC_qb0mlCzuICD72Bk3Pyl4i70-pflt0NxVcTdT0-muN_u5Nk5OcGGAFrnBKR9xgQZ_lg/s1600/new+264.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 308px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5692249254826361826" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIXDhw4Kb92EsdqdOY5J8xVCluPTle4l014qtJmKmBy9XhbsH_pt6QtJIB4XnCiZydBsV28LRC_qb0mlCzuICD72Bk3Pyl4i70-pflt0NxVcTdT0-muN_u5Nk5OcGGAFrnBKR9xgQZ_lg/s400/new+264.jpg" /></a>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-35857601666428230252011-11-29T01:03:00.000-08:002011-11-29T01:19:09.651-08:00Everything Old is New Again<div align="left"><em>Firstly, a heartfelt thankyou to all who have left messages. Due to a very weak internet connection at the present address, I have been unable to reply to comments and visit blogs.</em></div><br /><div align="left"><em>During the winter months, many fanciful creations for little ones have come off the knitting needles, some of which I would love to share.</em></div><br /><div align="left"><em>This is a little waistcoat/vest, worked in coloured bands of simple Fair Isle - sized for a 2 to 3 year old boy. Made from 8ply wool on 4.50mm needles. The styling was inspired by a vintage look, but given a modern touch in the large wooden buttons and colouring.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-IaajpORKyMxL9ITMyloIp3Dw_ss2ex9hDmrv0diqtNYwgskra37zEoRncyJdb21-RjZmJ531yUFFvzX6Cf6R5EFo8S65Rv3f1bW1arNaZrPVpIAjwDMYefISrq799s4DjFPglLK5nDU/s1600/new+340+copy.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 374px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5680342057575599890" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-IaajpORKyMxL9ITMyloIp3Dw_ss2ex9hDmrv0diqtNYwgskra37zEoRncyJdb21-RjZmJ531yUFFvzX6Cf6R5EFo8S65Rv3f1bW1arNaZrPVpIAjwDMYefISrq799s4DjFPglLK5nDU/s400/new+340+copy.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-88234004410426557982011-08-02T03:34:00.000-07:002011-08-02T03:51:16.571-07:00Winter Garden Crochet Cover<div align="left"><em>Now, after some months of unsettled living, everyday life is becomming more gracious, and inspirations for creative endeavours ....... returning. The beautiful shades of winter's greens have given rise to this first new crochet cover - made up of coloured scraps, worked in a simple treble stitch pattern. Sized for a cushion measuring 40cm x 40cm (16"). Made with 8ply on a 3.50mm hook.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjteehqyj6Z0_JZuQz49tqN3IEMxoHnT1RA37NTxw017FTOh17g9RwL76dzdSukvkHUdxe7g6az90HFGxefs8jCS9T6ub5FHiudDEuCt6ev9QCXqX3yugVMjWfQcpisZVrS61ydbI6jcNs/s1600/new+274.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 394px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636207424051363858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjteehqyj6Z0_JZuQz49tqN3IEMxoHnT1RA37NTxw017FTOh17g9RwL76dzdSukvkHUdxe7g6az90HFGxefs8jCS9T6ub5FHiudDEuCt6ev9QCXqX3yugVMjWfQcpisZVrS61ydbI6jcNs/s400/new+274.jpg" /></a><br /></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-44456965104142662372011-04-16T03:39:00.001-07:002011-04-16T03:47:30.100-07:00Jumper with Crochet Motif<div align="justify"><em>This little style, knitted in size 3 years, has a crochet flower motif in contrasting colours, placed at the front neckline. It is bordered on the sides by an openwork pattern - which, in more detail, runs across the lower edge. The purple wool has a high percentage of angora (rabbit wool), - absolutely beautiful, soft and fluffy - also very warm.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXLIWq185vSKa_Ac-xWT4KNnaFrFZSg_KTgSwXosCm3Mh99U2-Zl5EMCsNzxyGKmmiNCa-H3QHcofuBh5CXw9sXHSvvPV1gKEkj4IoBEsVSTsdeVGrYQer1IRE5aRGMH43vBmZE_1rYU/s1600/sbg+130.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5596129886702689506" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 248px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTXLIWq185vSKa_Ac-xWT4KNnaFrFZSg_KTgSwXosCm3Mh99U2-Zl5EMCsNzxyGKmmiNCa-H3QHcofuBh5CXw9sXHSvvPV1gKEkj4IoBEsVSTsdeVGrYQer1IRE5aRGMH43vBmZE_1rYU/s400/sbg+130.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-32349009843806177532011-04-12T03:39:00.001-07:002011-04-12T03:47:13.415-07:00Girl's Cable Style<div align="justify">A fancy cable jumper, knitted for a 1 year old baby girl. The front panel is stocking stitch with a purl stitch placed in an alternate position on a knit row. 8 ply wool on 4.50mm needles.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPqCfvor7ekuo2TfH_t0rBAXNUrRRg-pggx6Gjjmuz_wYXh6c-y9Ibes1NA8bKp3qXBlK5IPwH1xezdPeYV2g9sgsGt5V7Rj2zbqo1cAQtZz1VJfS9peKjWXan0TXXbT-oyHkeN2xHSH0/s1600/sbg+120.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594645729879786450" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 243px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPqCfvor7ekuo2TfH_t0rBAXNUrRRg-pggx6Gjjmuz_wYXh6c-y9Ibes1NA8bKp3qXBlK5IPwH1xezdPeYV2g9sgsGt5V7Rj2zbqo1cAQtZz1VJfS9peKjWXan0TXXbT-oyHkeN2xHSH0/s400/sbg+120.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-862572508644939508.post-34920950591993709842011-04-08T05:49:00.001-07:002011-04-08T06:05:31.751-07:00Stripey Fair Isle<div align="justify"><em>This little jumper was knitted for a 1 year old girl, but would also suit a boy.</em></div><br /><div align="justify"><em>Designed to use up small amounts of different coloured wool. The style itself is very simple, with 2 buttons on a back neck opening.</em></div><br /><div align="justify"><em>The quantities needed are 1 x 50g ball of main colour - oatmeal, 1 x 50g blue, 1 x 50g green, 25g each of white and magenta, 12g or 1/4 of red.</em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMc_vG3GoDyDLoZwQA3uj01V7f_2M8hGeb8E4v7Ye0mpdIV4tKIQlBf3tx9H9hfN-1-YQmqchVE8xZQDdtKjFDn4k95H1-DobRVgB1xCfvYoJnOQQSvpuzPqmWQDzq1KAu9kD5xHeZXVs/s1600/sbg+110.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5593196664222221266" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 180px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMc_vG3GoDyDLoZwQA3uj01V7f_2M8hGeb8E4v7Ye0mpdIV4tKIQlBf3tx9H9hfN-1-YQmqchVE8xZQDdtKjFDn4k95H1-DobRVgB1xCfvYoJnOQQSvpuzPqmWQDzq1KAu9kD5xHeZXVs/s320/sbg+110.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGCrJYVTBdPXhD9u69Zo_Gmo_RUCh-psWAzWa4ukjTZqQXX8HJNfFFQFII3DQfuJKD7FSIR6MNBT_LqnY2yQ8MjIwv6GUJShl3fMo7F-4Df0Lz2lmdcw7qd8pIVJnMqGZjPOZYgPisrdc/s1600/sbg+112.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5593195699386288578" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 312px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGCrJYVTBdPXhD9u69Zo_Gmo_RUCh-psWAzWa4ukjTZqQXX8HJNfFFQFII3DQfuJKD7FSIR6MNBT_LqnY2yQ8MjIwv6GUJShl3fMo7F-4Df0Lz2lmdcw7qd8pIVJnMqGZjPOZYgPisrdc/s320/sbg+112.jpg" border="0" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH_6WUlhqzNFKistym4uuwrb3G0SuMgagEasL-yCjU0L7Y0frqvVBedlUPZhyeLwStXIelhpHLpBJGXrkoW9ICOL34VYopER1LfxdthqP8mDYfTqlo19ky9S82oWJvq9tXvRrNUcGP1n0/s1600/sbg+112.jpg"></a><br /><div></div>Shirley Marshallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04701199022686294521noreply@blogger.com2