Shoppe Update!

 

Hello there! I've added these crochet faux fur boot cuffs to the shoppe along with another item. I wanted to take the usual boot cuffs and jazz them up a bit. Perceiving that I love the idea of fur cuffs around boots, I thought creating a fur inspired boot cuff would be fun! These boot cuffs were made to emulate the notion of fur with a technique that I made up and truly cannot wait to utilize with other projects! Please check out my shoppe for more details! :)

Have a lovely weekend! 

HandMade: The Atlantic Crochet Bag.

Hello there & Happy Turkey Day! Here is my complete project, from last week's, What's on my hook?  I am quite elated on how the bag came out! Being inspired by this bag here, found at Modcloth and no longer available. I wanted to use that inspiration and create a bag with more of my design/take on it. The design was set in my mind and I knew there had to be fringe, pom poms and braided crochet somewhere. It's just super great that it all suited each other in a way that complimented the bag and I feel, didn't over do it! The bag is lined with a simple black fabric that I sewed into the interior of the bag.

I must say that, all though there was a brief pause in the creation of this bag, after leaving it to work on other items. I let the idea sit in my head before I entirely completed it and I am glad I did that without rushing the process.

The crochet technique I used, was the  half double crochet, single crochet, braiding the chains and utilized an open stitch technique. 

The Yarn I used:  Country Rose// Caron One Pound
The Hook I used: H/8-5.00 MM   
The Pattern I used: Experimental: My Own!   

Note: I will be sharing patterns for these items in the near future ;)

You can find my Lion's Mane Fringe Scarf soon at my shoppe: Dream In Vintage Shoppe

Hope you guys have a great Thanksgiving Day, now I'm off for coffee and apple pie! Super yum!

What's On My Hook?

What's on my hook?   Currently, I have this black yarn on my crochet hook. (Also, white yarn will be implemented as well!) I am planning on creating a crochet skirt. Wanting to make either a skirt or crochet shorts, I opted for this particular skirt because the design is stuck in my head and I want to wear it already! Here I am shown, creating the crochet band in which I will sew an elastic band around it. I'm not exactly sure of the length of the skirt as of yet, I'm just going to go by my eye and see how it all turns out!

Though I am working on this skirt, I have a handful of Christmas gifts and local items that I am making for clients! So far, I haven't lost my mind, but then again it's still a tiny bit early! :P

Where is the yarn from? Both of the yarn bundles are from Red Heart Super Saver. I am utilizing a striped technique with a pleated twirly feel to it!

What is currently on your hook/needles?

DIY: 3 Way Twisted Crochet Infinity Scarf.

Hello there and Happy Tuesday! Here is a  free pattern I made for this infinity scarf/snood/shrug item that can be worn multiple ways. It's a fairly easy pattern to follow and so much fun to wear. I loved the idea of creating an item that can be utilized and transformed depending on your mood. So I whipped this one up to share, please enjoy!

The Ingredients: 
>> 1 yarn selection (Homespun Yarn)
>> jumbo hook
>> crafting scissors

Crochet technique with abbreviations:

>>Chain=[CH]

>>Half Double Crochet [HDC]

>>Slip Stitch= [SS]

>>Stitches and Stitch= [STS] & [ST]

The Pattern:
>>Start your chain by CH 81
>>Connect the last ST to the first ST
*The key to connect the first ST to the last ST, is ensuring that there will be a twist.
When you connect, make sure it is the opposite of the direction that your STS will be in.
Next.

>>*When you get towards the end, you will notice that it will begin to turn and you will have to flip it around so that there will be a twist.

>>You will continue this method of HDC in all of the STS. Until Row 9.
>>There will 10 Rows of HDC. 
At the end you will SS, weave the ends in and cut.

>>As A Shrug<<

>>As A Scarf<<

>>As A Snood<<

Crochet + Life: Giving Thanks.

When this time of year hits, I try my best to compile a handful of reasons of why I should be thankful and one of them, this year happens to be Crochet. 

I feel like it's more than a hobby for me, that it's a passion beyond description, beyond definition. Honestly, I am not an entirely patient person, I can become a bit antsy at times, but with crocheting, it  has truly assisted me in taking my time and understanding when I need to stop and start over. Also, it has pushed me to create projects I have always wanted to try, but backed away because of the challenge. This year, its' different, I'm going for it. Whatever project I'm writing in my notebook, I am going to make it.

After a long day at work, it is the calm after the storm with the promise of something created from my own hands and that is a wondrous feeling.
Crocheting has helped me manage as well as conquer lifes' little obstacles a lot smoother and I am quite thankful for finding this craft and never giving up on it.

I am thankful for this art and I am thankful that I can share it with those who enjoy the craft as well.
What are you thankful for this year?

What I Wore: Chilly Chilly Days.

Hello there! The weather here has been perfect for the East Coast girl I am. I finally get to wear my sweaters for more than just one day. Instead of just waking up to cold weather and by the time I get out of work, the ac is on and the layers are let go. So this constant almost normal fall weather here, puts a smile on my face! 
Anywho, I found this dress at a thrift store, I was just browsing away and was not finding much until this dress caught my eye. I love the detail of the bow on the back , but the best part was that the dress was only 3 bucks! The boots were also a grand deal, at 5 bucks from Rue 21. I loved them so much I bought another pair in a different color!

What I Wore:
top>> from marshalls
dress>> thrifted
tights>> kohls
shoes>> rue 21
rings>> glitter accessories/ target
purse>> thrifted

HandMade: The All In A Row Crochet Bow Sweater.

Hello there & Happy Thursday!
Here is my complete project, from last week's, What's on my hook?  The sweater is complete and I think it fits the girly and feminine look I was aiming for. I knew the addition of the bows were to be applied somewhere on the sweater. Though it wasn't until the sweater was entirely complete, that the idea for having crocheted tiny little bows sewn around the neckline of the collar.
Even though, I battled the concern of the color, especially for the Autumn season, I felt a bit more comfortable when it was finished and I could see the final product. As well as how it would flow with the other items in my closet.Plus, it's always a bit fun to add a surprise color into the mix every now and then!

The crochet technique I used, was the  half double crochet and double crochet. I wanted the sweater to be a bit tight knit.

The Yarn I used: Teal (Caron One Pound)
The Hook I used: H/8-5.00 MM   
The Pattern I used: Experimental: My Own! 
Note: I will be sharing patterns for these items in the near future ;)

You can find my hat at available at my shoppe: Dream In Vintage Shoppe