I am now walking unaided and I don’t think I am limping much. The only problem that I have at the moment is that because the swelling has now gone completely my ankle really hurts at night as the pins hurt when I sleep on my side. However I am sure I will find a way around this (perhaps crochet an ankle pillow perhaps) and this will be sorted when they take some of the metal out in a few months.
I don’t think I’ll be doing the 22 km walk this year – although saying that, it is really Ian’s turn. Talking of that particular horror – for the first time since that dreadful day last April my big toe nails needed cutting. If you remember they fell off in shock and are only just now back to normal. You won’t believe how similar “short stroll then breakfast” and “22 kilometre extremely hard hike” are in Spanish…
Friday, March 30, 2007
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Dorset Buttons
Dorset Buttons are really easy to make. Being from Dorset they just sort of come naturally to me. Think it is genetic!
Historically Buttons were very important to people in Dorset, and for a time it was an important cottage industry. However with the advent of the industrial revolution it was possible to make buttons quickly and more cheaply than the artisan made buttons. People no longer wanted Dorset Buttons and the industry died. As it died many people fell into povety. It is actually a sad story. More can be read about it at this local history website.
They are fun to do and do make nice buttons for crochet and knitted work when looking for something different.
I've written instructions on how to make Dorset Buttons on 10,000 Great Ideas.
Historically Buttons were very important to people in Dorset, and for a time it was an important cottage industry. However with the advent of the industrial revolution it was possible to make buttons quickly and more cheaply than the artisan made buttons. People no longer wanted Dorset Buttons and the industry died. As it died many people fell into povety. It is actually a sad story. More can be read about it at this local history website.
They are fun to do and do make nice buttons for crochet and knitted work when looking for something different.
I've written instructions on how to make Dorset Buttons on 10,000 Great Ideas.
Monday, March 19, 2007
Mile a Minute Scarf
One really frustrating thing when you start out with Crochet is knowing what to do with all those pieces of chain stitch which you have made! However practicing chain stitch is really important to get used to the feel of the hook and make even stitches.
This is a really easy crochet scarf which I designed for BellaOnline Crochet। It is simple to do but very effective and works really well using up odds and ends of yarn. Different yarns in different colours would give a completely different feel. This is a great project for a beginner - if you are teaching someone to crochet they can actually make something from their first stitch!
I was watching some music videos on YouTube last night - there were some great old vids from Stiff Little Fingers - ahh, so young and so many years ago. And then I found a horrendous video of them now. Stop - now - please.
This is a really easy crochet scarf which I designed for BellaOnline Crochet। It is simple to do but very effective and works really well using up odds and ends of yarn. Different yarns in different colours would give a completely different feel. This is a great project for a beginner - if you are teaching someone to crochet they can actually make something from their first stitch!
I was watching some music videos on YouTube last night - there were some great old vids from Stiff Little Fingers - ahh, so young and so many years ago. And then I found a horrendous video of them now. Stop - now - please.
Friday, March 16, 2007
Great Music Site
I have found a great music site - CC Mixter. This site has music available under a Creative Commons licence and is a fantastic source of music for backing to videos etc. This is a really good initiative giving people the opportunity to publish original music on their videos without ripping off copyright holders and also gives musicians an opportunity to raise their profile.
Monday, March 12, 2007
Video
I am making a video! Actually I am working on a series of technique videos, however I am also making a short youtube video to promote the new 10,000 great ideas. This has been made in stop motion, and I took hundreds of stills to make it. That's the great thing about digital cameras.
Sunday, March 11, 2007
Crochet Shamrock
A crocheted shamrock inspired by the designs used in Irish Crochet. I enjoy making these motifs and they work well with a variety of yarns and fibers.
This pattern is available on BellaOnline Crochet.
I'm thinking about a set of coasters based on Irish Crochet motifs...
I've been looking at the Swarovski Crystal website - they have a fantastic site called Create Your Own which includes a free design tool. Even if you are not into beading it is worth a look. I use Swarovski quite a lot in my own work.
This pattern is available on BellaOnline Crochet.
I'm thinking about a set of coasters based on Irish Crochet motifs...
I've been looking at the Swarovski Crystal website - they have a fantastic site called Create Your Own which includes a free design tool. Even if you are not into beading it is worth a look. I use Swarovski quite a lot in my own work.
Saturday, March 3, 2007
Kool Aid
Well - you wouldn't drink it, but it is great for dying odds and ends.
The brown on the end was a green wool which I over dyed with 'Cherry'. It's bloomin' strong stuff!
I've written up instructions on 10000 great ideas.
In case you were wondering where you could buy Kool-Aid outside of the US - take a look on the trusted Ebay, which often has sachets for sale or Kool-Aid UK, who deliver internationally.
The brown on the end was a green wool which I over dyed with 'Cherry'. It's bloomin' strong stuff!
I've written up instructions on 10000 great ideas.
In case you were wondering where you could buy Kool-Aid outside of the US - take a look on the trusted Ebay, which often has sachets for sale or Kool-Aid UK, who deliver internationally.
Herdie Bag
I miss my sheep.
This bag was made from the fleece of 'Rug'. He was so called because he had a wonderful fleece which you just wanted to lie on. Of course being vegetarian that just was never going to happen - but I spun his fleece of course.
This bag is made in Bobble Stitch and the bobbles are made by felting balls of wool in the washing machine.
This bag was made from the fleece of 'Rug'. He was so called because he had a wonderful fleece which you just wanted to lie on. Of course being vegetarian that just was never going to happen - but I spun his fleece of course.
This bag is made in Bobble Stitch and the bobbles are made by felting balls of wool in the washing machine.
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