Cup Cakes!

Christmas cup cakes and seasonal goodies.

I haven't been crocheting today because I've been baking and icing for the church Christmas fayre.
I was really pleased with the results.

I made this scarf a while ago and found it in a case filled with projects.  I saw this and thought that there is nothing more vintage than a granny square scarf.  It was made using Patons Eco Wool Chunky. This wool is absolutely lovley to work with; untreated and I think un-dyed.  It's now discontinued, but if you can get hold of any it's lovely.  I had it left over from another scarf and hat I made but they are with the wearer.

Crochet Beret

I've just finished this little beret and I rather like the results. Crocheted in 100% pure wool I bought from Lidl, I was surprised with how well it turned out. Simple to work up, I completed it in an evening, so I am going to make another in plum coloured Full O' Sheep that I have left over after finishing a poncho for my daughter, Ruby. I will post the results and show you how it turns out.

Crochet Milk Jug Cover

Here's a milk jug cover I made using some lilac 4ply cotton from my stash. I love the idea of something as old fashioned as a milk jug cover, and I am happy with how this turned out.

I think this would still be useful for picnics and camping. It takes up no space and weighs almost nothing.

Crochet Kids slippers

So here is my 1st post. I'm really interested in making modern and up to date versions of vintage designs.

I've just made these for my three year old daughter using Patons Smoothie DK cotton and a 3.5mm hook. I crochet very loosely so I usually have to use a size down from the recommended hook size.

Hope you enjoy the picture.