Christmas kitchen

Christmas kitchen
Originally uploaded by inakid
A few Christmas themed things - handtowel, oven mitt and dishcloths.

For my Mum

I made my Mum a few things and a bag for her birthday. Shhhh, she hasn't recieved it yet.

 

I really like surprises!

I got a surprise in the mail from Jodie.

I don't feel I deserve such a lovely gift but I appreciate it all the same. 

All the small things

I have been making a few small things, some for gifts.

We have been watching a new movie called 9. My daughter asked me to make a character and though it looks nothing like them, she is happy with it.

Handmade gifts

Crocheted dragon for Av's birthday.

Hairscarfs for birthday gifts.

Sew what

My daughter came with me when I went to Spotlight the other day to get some inexpensive cotton (Anchor Magicline $9.95 for 10 balls). She was asking to make something for her friend who is having a party on Friday. Of course drawing and making cards is a given but she wanted to do something more. We decided to give hand sewing a felt doll a go. It is her project but I was there to help her.

The sewing missed a few holes but for her first handsewn item she did fine.

I think she did a fantastic job with the embroidery like she is a natural. That talent she did not get from me.

 

Even my eldest son wanted to try sewing.

Birthday gifts handmade

My daughter had 2 birthday parties to attend on Saturday so I made a few things.

I have been flailing about with things so wont show all the little FOs I have done.





Also a Babydoll top/dress in Cascade Indulgence. Its angora/alpaca and just so sweet.
Great yarn, wonderful pattern.

In Law

My mother in law requested a pink hat and her partner wanted a bllack one. I hope they appreciate them. My SIL said I was to make a scarf but can't remember saying that! But I have great in laws so I like to do this.

I'm all misty eyed...

Autobots cloth for Brett
Originally uploaded by inakid

The big kids had Pioneer day today at Church. After that activity, the boys went to a friend's 4th birthday party. He will be returning to the US soon.
I made him two washcloths, one has the Autobots logo, the other is crocheted. Av amuses me when he sings the Transformer theme song. "I'm all misty eyed" Instead of "More than meets the eye."

Hats and strong winds

I made the Vintage Bonnet for a christening gift for my youngest niece. Her big sister wanted it so I told her I would make her one. Last night with the strong winds I found it hard to sleep so I crocheted. I made 3 hats. A shell hat similar to the vintage bonnet and 2 butterfly hats. One is for my daughter.

Loafers

Loafers
Originally uploaded by inakid

I really like the look of crocheted loafers. I improvised the shoe except the insoles which is from the teddy bear loafer pattern. I used recycled yarn and even crocheted the buttons. I think they turned out alright and quite cute. They would fit about 3-6 months and are destined for the gift box for the next baby who would suit them.

Bamboozle hairscarfs

Bamboozle hairscarf close up
Originally uploaded by inakid

Bamboozle is a lovely yarn with a heavy drape. Does split but so does most soft (not twisted) cottons and I guess bamboo. This is my first time using bamboo yarn.

First one I made would fit older girl.



I had enough from the one ball to make a second triangle headscarf.



This one is a toddler size.

RED crochet hat

RED crochet hat
Originally uploaded by inakid

Very happy with this simple red hat, crocheted in wool. Though difficult to photograph, I like the vibrant red.

I really enjoy crochet and I am improving so much that I think I can now say I can crochet.

Mini boas

Boa x2
Originally uploaded by inakid

Fun, easy and quick to make. Two boa scarfs for little gifts.