Pulling Out Old Projects

It's almost gift giving time and with that I am looking for some projects that are good for some great gifts. I love revisiting old projects they seem to improve. I pull some out and say "hey why did I stop this" Or "I am almost finished"!! Perhaps the yarn elfs work on them who knows!! This is one of those projects. I was thinking about making a kimono out of this pattern. It knits up quick and it lacy in look. It would also be great for a trim on a jacket or dress/paint leg.

Working with Stash to Create Stash

As this summer draws to an end, and I am cleaning out the studio, I am ever reminded that Christmas approaches.  Not only Christmas but Birthdays and other opportunities to give something.   Usually that something, is  a little something that I have made.  Now in order to do that you HAVE  to think ahead.  It's not that I don't think ahead that is the problem. Yes I know that birthdays as well as holidays come every year and at the same time every year.  So planning can be made.  It's not like a surprise.  Usually I will put something off and off until it is too late or a mad dash to get it done.  But as time has gone by and hurrying to get something made or created in time is usually punishment enough, I have started to get things done well in advance.  With out revealing too much as to "whom" the items have been knitted or crocheted for, I will give you a peek at it. 
Today I am showing off a newly knitted scarf.  I have yet to block it and tidy up the loose threads, (Nothing like saving something for another blog entry to have something to talk about)

The Pattern

The pattern that I have  chosen was a simple one.  I believe that a committed and established beginner could compete it with satisfying results.  It is called Lilly of the Valley.  The source of this pattern is "Knitted Lace of Estonia" by Nancy Bush.  I used the DVD but relax they do proved the link for the pattern.  And if you have purchased the DVD the pattern is Free.  Or if you don't want to purchase the DVD then hold your horses here is the link for the patter and it is just 5$

Click on image or here for Pattern

Now I will say that I did not use fingering weight so the look of my scarf is not as airy or light but the effect of the lace work did still show through and I thought that it made for a nice weight for someones neck to stay warm in the winter months.

Now I am off to tidy up those loose ends and block this baby.  I'll take a few picks and let you know how it turns out.  In the mean while join me on ravelry  Just follow the link or look up, who else but jeweledfrog. 

knitting in the yard! Just wonderful!

#knitting in the yard! Just wonderful!, a photo by Jeweledfrogcreations on Flickr.

Finished up this little bootie! Can't wait to post the next one.

Working on some socks. Lovely colors and in a cotton mix with a touch of elastic so the fit will be nice too. These are for my son Christopher who is 11 . I created the pattern with a sock app.

Looks like a Halloween sock in summer!!

Arsonal of Techniques

Before I could knit I crocheted.  I would not call myself proficient but I can create what I want and what I don't know how to do I research and learn quickly.  I believe necessity will drive anyone to learning something new.  I was cruising flicker and came across some great images for some simple creations using crochet.  This got my mind going in a multitude of directions.  Primarily driven by color combinations and vintage looking patterns, I soon found myself in my favorite chair with hand feverishly working a new found pattern for vintage inspired hot pads. 

This was my out come using some yarn that I already had. Here is the link for the pattern, FREE PATTERN I might add. Your Nana's PotHolders
Crochet is a fantastic way to trim or add some great flowers to a knitting project.  So hook up today on some of these fantastic patterns.  Join  me on Ravelry - jeweledfrog

Little wool cap

Just had to post this sweet little cap I designed.  It reminds me so much of a spring day in the garden.

Available at Frogs Attic on Etsy

Created with wool from Ireland this little thing is so soft.  Just a pleasure to knit up.  With it's rolled edge I can just see a little pair of eyes looking up.

Frogs Attic Etsy

Garden colors, from carrot orange to garden green this little cap is great for those spring morning or evenings.

Listed at Frogs Attic

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