I've Made Friday Week 99

I hope you've all had a good week & are looking forward to the weekend!

We had some sunshine this week!

It was still cool but it was sooo NICE to see the sunshine.

Everything feels so much better when it comes out to say hello.

We are back to rain now but I don't care 

as the sun has made me so much happier.

I didn't tell you last week but I was booked in on a spinning course.

I was soo nervous as I didn't know how I was going to manage

with my CFS.

My dad was kind enough to take me and pick me up.

Little Red was a bit upset as mummy never goes anywhere without him.

To cheer him up Daddy took him to watch the latest Lego Movie.

So here is what I managed to make:

It's not fantastic but I am so proud of myself for trying.

I learnt sooo much on the day.

I was using an Ashford Traveller Spinning Wheel.

It's a fantastic wheel and so verstile, hardwearing

and portable.

I had asked to use this wheel as I thought it

would be a better option for our small house.

I've now decided that it isn't really for a beginner.

Due to the wheel being smaller it seems to work

a lot faster than the traditional spinning wheel.

Due to my CFS I did find it difficult on the day

and by the afternoon I'd had to fill myself with painkillers.

Due to the pain I don't think I will take it up at the moment

but I hope if I ever go into remission I might give it a try again.

It was amazing being about to make my own yarn.

I probably won't make anything with this skein as I

want to keep it and reminding myself I can do things.

The course was run by Cathy from Lazy Kate,

She is multi talented and uses her vast

amount of knowledge to share this.

You can faind Lazy Kate at:

Facebook

Website

Etsy

Please check out all her sites as she also sells

some beautiful yarn!

Her course was fantastic. She talks you through each stage

of preparing the yarn and then talks you through spinning the yarn.

She keeps an eye on you the whole time but only intervenes if

you are having any problems.

Each problem you do have she talks you through

so that if you decide to take up spinning you'll

be able to sort the problems yourself.

There were six of us on the course and Cathy had

arranged for her mum and the shop owner to help.

They are also experienced spinners so were

on hand to help whenever you needed it.

It was such a friendly atmosphere we even got

some homemade Chocolate cake :-).

If you are thinking of taking up Spinning and live

in the North of England I would highly recommend Cathy!

Here is the Noticeboard I made:

I used chalkboard paint, washy tape to decorate.

I loved how it turned out :-).

My multi-use bunting.

I've made the bunting with velcro on it so you can change

what ever you want from letters, hearts, butterflies etc.

My letter tray is finished :-)

I love it :-)

Hubby did quite a bit but I decided to finish it off

as I was impatient.

I also had my first go at sewing this week.

I have never used a sewing machine before

so don't laugh

I haven't finished my hat yet so you'll have to wait till next week for that one :-)

I have however finished reading my book:

The Best is Yet to Come

by Tara R. Alemany

You HAVE to read this book.

I couldn't put it down once I started.

This is a heartwarming true story that

will touch your heart in so many weighs.

Tara is a born again Christian and isn't

dating as she feels her faith is important to her

and she wants to find a man who accepts her for who she is.

Fate brings her together with Frank.

He is everything she had hoped for and so much more.

She spends upto 18hrs a day on the phone with him.

They are connected in so many ways.

Read the beautiful story and how faith has helped Tara so much.

It doesn't matter if you believe or not as this

is just a touching story that everyone should read.

I spent over 2 hours crying reading it but

the whole time I wanted to read more and

felt so honored to be reading Tara's story.

I give this book 5 out of 5!

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Crochet Bright ~ Book Review

Crochet Bright

by Kristin Spurkland

ISBN: 9781604683158

Publisher: Martingale

Published Date: November 27th, 2012

RRP: £10.99

Crochet Bright gives you 14 different exciting projects

to choose from to make something bright and fun.

 

The projects are bright and fun!

Each of the projects includes little hints and tips

to keep your project looking as good.

 

The patterns are in written terms and diagrams and instructions

are given where you may need more information about

some of the stitches.

 

As you can see a varied amount of colours are used

to create a mix of different projects.

If you love colour or you know someone who does

then this is ideal.

 

And if you don't fancy such bright colours you can always substitute them

with something less bright.

 

There is a good varied mix of projects and I am sure

you will find something you want to make for you or as a gift.

 

I would of preferred some different shaped hat patterns

but overall you get a good mix of projects.

I received a copy of the ebook to review. 

However all opinions expressed are my own.

Affiliate links are included on the post.

No monies were received in return for this review. 

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Staggered Cross Stitch Mitts ~ ePattern Review

Staggered Cross Stitch Mitts ~ ePattern Review

Staggered Cross Stitch Mitts

by Andee Graves

Available in ePattern format from LeisureArts.com

I think the picture says it all.

These are a fantastic pair of fingerless gloves

that have a beautiful design.

This intermediate level pattern is soft and comfy to wear because 

they're crocheted with super fine weight sock yarn

If you are struggling with the pattern you also have

Online technique videos to help you.

I love this feature from LeisureArts.com
and it puts your mind at ease when you purchase
a slightly higher level of crocheting.

ePattern format from LeisureArts.com

I received a copy of the ePattern to review.

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Free Crochet Pattern ~ Natures Slouchy

#Free #Crochet #Pattern

Natures Slouchy

The pattern is in US terms
Items required 
5mm (H) hook.
Andaw Alpaca’s Pure Devon Alpaca 4ply (100% undyed Alpaca)
Stitch marker
Wool needle
If you have any problems please email me at: susand1408 at gmail dot com or find me at http://www.crochetaddictuk.com
Guidelines
At the end of each round just carry on, do not join with a slip stitch.
Mark the start of each round and then move marker as a round is completed.
HK – hook CH – chain SS – Slip Stitch
SC – Single crochet
SC Inc – Single Crochet Increase. Increase by placing 2 sc in 1 stitch.
SC Dec – Single Crochet Decrease. Hook through 1st stitch, yarn over hook, pull hook through, hook through next stitch, yarn over hook, pull through. Yarn over hook and through all the loops.
HDC – half double crochet
HDC Inc – Half double crochet Increase.  Increase by placing 2 hdc in 1 stitch.
HDC Dec – Half double crochet decrease.  Yarn over hook, through 1st stitch, yarn over hook through, yarn over hook, through next stitch, yarn over hook pull through.  Yarn over hook and pull through all the loops.
HDCCS - Half Double Cross Stitch – Yarn over hook, miss 1 st, Insert hook into next st, yarn over, pull loop through. Yarn over and pull through all loops on the hook. Yarn over, insert the hook into the missed stitch, yarn over, pull through. Yarn over and pull through all the loops on the hook. You have now created a cross stitch. To create the next stitch miss the next available stitch as above.
** repeat stitches within these marks
() stitches within are crocheted into one stitch
Gauge
7 sts & 7 rows = 2” – one size fits most women. Gauge is for one row of hdc and one row of sc repeated.
Weight & Yardage
65g – 75g 260 – 300 yards

HAT
Using 5mm (H) hook and  yarn.
Ch 3 (or use magic circle)
 Round 1) 6 hdc in the 3rd ch from the hook (6)
 Round 2) 6 sc inc (12)
 Round 3) *1 hdc inc, 1 hdc* x 6 (18)
 Round 4) *2 sc, 1 sc inc* x 6 (24)
 Round 5) *1 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 2 hdc* x 6 (30)
 Round 6) *1 sc inc, 4 sc* x 6 (36)
 Round 7) *5 hdc, 1 hdc inc* x 6 (42)
 Round 8) *3 sc, 1 sc inc, 3 sc* x 6 (48)
 Round 9) *1 hdc inc, 7 hdc* x 6 (54)
 Round 10) *8 sc, 1 sc inc* x 6 (60)
 Round 11) *2 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 7 hdc* x 6 (66)
 Round 12) *1 sc inc, 10 sc* x 6 (72)
 Round 13) *5 hdc, 1 hdc inc, 6 hdc* x 6 (78)
 Round 14) *12 sc, 1 sc inc* x 6 (84)
 Round 15) 84 hdc (84)
 Round 16) 84 sc (84)
 Round 18 – 28) repeat rows  15 & 16
                           
 Round 29) *5 hdc, 1 hdc dec* x 12 (72)
 Round 30) *10 sc, 1 sc dec* x 6 (66)
 Round 31 - 33) 33 hdccs (see instructions above for the half double crochet cross stitch) (66)
 Round 34) 2 ss, finish (2)

Patterns are just for your own personal use. Do not distribute the pattern without permission.  You may sell the items you make but please give credit to me for the pattern.
If there are any problems with the pattern or you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me.
Susand1408 at gmail dot com http://www.crochetaddictuk.com/ ©Crochet Addict UK 2014

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