My Organic Heart Washcloth crochet pattern is now ready for you...just in time for Valentine's Day!
There is just enough time to crochet a couple of last minute gifts and these are simple enough that you can do just that.
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Showing posts with label Crochet. Show all posts
Thursday, 13 February 2014
Tuesday, 14 January 2014
Valentine's Day Coffee Cup Sleeves
Coffee Cup Sleeves are always a quick, easy, and fun project to make, so I decided to crochet some for Valentine's Day!
These coffee cup sleeves are made from recycled denim yarn, which makes them extra good for the environment. You can use them again and again without having to waste the cardboard sleeves that most coffee shops use.
To make this recycled yarn, the denim fabric is broken down and then the fibers are re-spun into yarn! Cool, right?
We've got these Heart Cup Sleeves available in our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings. They would make perfect Valentine's Day gifts for just about anyone: teachers, friends, family, co-workers, or a secret crush!
Monday, 25 November 2013
Baby Hat Free Crochet Pattern
I am excited to share another free pattern! It's been long enough, right? It's a free crochet pattern for a baby hat. The crocheted baby hat pattern is a basic and easy design. It is for a 3-6 month old baby. What's great about it is that it can be embellished in so many ways...add a flower, butterfly, initials, owl eyes, or bear ears like I'm planning on adding to this one!
The free baby hat crochet pattern will work up very quickly for experienced crocheters. It is also a perfect pattern for beginners who might want to crochet more than a square or rectangle and venture on to crocheting in rounds. If you make one, I'd love to know it...and see pictures! :)
Enjoy!
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Sunday, 24 November 2013
Mint Green & Grey Fingerless Gloves
Today, I am happy to show two different styles of crocheted fingerless gloves - one that I made and one from my mom.
These mint green fingerless gloves are made from acrylic/wool blend yarn and are long enough to cover most of your fingers.
I love the color because it's nice to see a bright color during the 100 days of darkness, which is our name for the shorter winter days.
These cute grey fingerless mittens aren't as bright, but you can't go wrong with grey.
These fingerless mittens are an easy pair to wear and look adorable on anyone. I mean this when I say it because I saw more than a few ladies try them on at two craft fairs I sold at recently (more to come on that). They were my biggest seller!
You can find both of these styles and colors in our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.
Remember to use coupon code: SSBLOG for a 10% discount.
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Wednesday, 20 November 2013
Organic Cotton Cowl
Here is a new creation crocheted from one of my favorite yarns by Lion Brand - Nature's Choice Organic Cotton. It is a super soft Organic Cotton Cowl. I can't claim credit for this gorgeous cowl, though, because it was made by my mom (jerryandkay).
I've use the same organic cotton for a variety of crochet projects, including a mug cozy (free pattern here), coffee cup sleeve, and baby blanket for my sister who's little boy is just one week old. :)
My favorites are the baby blanket and cowl.
If you want a cowl of your own, you can find them in our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings. They can be made in three colors: blue, pink, or green.
Remember to use coupon code: SSBLOG for a 10% discount.
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Tuesday, 24 September 2013
Wine Bottle Toppers
I've been getting ready for Christmas since July! My mom and I made these adorable hat and scarf wine bottle toppers when I was visiting over the summer.
I love how they dress up the bottles and think they are just perfect for a hostess gift. They are now available in our Etsy shop!
And, of course, these bottle toppers aren't just limited to wine bottles. They will easily fit a variety of bottle tops, including sparkling cider, any similarly shaped bottle...even a beer bottle!
We've got four matching set options as you see here.
Happy Holidays...they're just around the corner!
If you do decide to stop by our Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings, please enjoy 10% off your purchase with this coupon code: SSBLOG
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Monday, 29 July 2013
Lavender & Blue : two more days
Only two more days to enjoy our Christmas in July SALE with 15% off all items in our shop!
This post is to brag about my mom...
...and the gorgeous things she makes (even though she won't admit how talented she is)...
...like these adorable braided headbands....
...and these great crocheted market bags...
...or beach bags because the sand falls right through.
You can find both these beautiful creations and more in our Etsy shop: Sunshine Makings.
Use coupon code CIJUK10 for 15% off until the end of July...that's only two more days of great deals!
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Sunday, 21 July 2013
Childhood Memories Found in a Box
Before coming to visit my family in California, my daughter had been very curious about the toys I played with as a child. So, I told her we would find some this summer. The first week here, we dug into the storage shed and pulled out all my plastic containers of stuff that is waiting for us to return to America. We did find some old toys, and some memories...like my Home Economics award from 8th grade! At the time, I remember feeling embarassed that I received the award...it was kind of nerdy, but so was I. Now, of course, I'm proud to say that I earned and 8th grade Home Ec Outstanding Student of the Year. ;-)
We found cross-stitched wall decorations that I had hanging in my room as a little girl. I don't remember who made this one...perhaps my mom or a friend of hers.
This is my first and only finished cross-stitch project, probably done when I was 8 or 9 and into gymnastics. No awards for gymnastics since I was too scared to do a back walk over, let alone attempt a flip!
My favorite discoveries were my old barbie dolls...and their creative wardrobes. Yes, this one is wearing an original, hand-sewn outfit. I remember clearly sitting in the living room with fabric, needle and thread, creating these stunning outfits for my precious barbies.
I remember playing with my barbie dolls for hours...they went skiing, they got married. Check out these great outfits that my mom crocheted for me back in the day. Who wouldn't love a bright pink ski suit? Although now it reminds me more of a footed onesie.
I thought my little girl was going to be super excited about my old barbies and she was until she discovered this little baby kewpie doll. My mom also crocheted this adorable ensemble. It's a baby sleep sack and cradle that turns into a bag to carry the baby around.
My daughter had the best time caring for her little baby. And, to be honest, I'd rather her still love her baby dolls for a few more years before she gets into barbies, so it was just perfect.
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Friday, 12 July 2013
Christmas in July (2)
I finally had a chance to get the pictures together of a few more things my mom and I have made for Christmas in July. Since I love coffee and really don't like to waste the cardboard cup sleeves, we made some Christmas cup sleeves.
My mom made these adorable beaded Christmas trees and appliqued them to the red cozy. Festive, right? (It feels a little strange to be festive one day and at the beach that same afternoon, but it's made it easier for me to read Christmas books to my little girl who likes them all year long.)
We also made some Christmas potholder sets from a vintage pattern my mom has in an old crochet pattern book. I love the red, white, and festive variegated colors of this set.
We also made one with Christmas crocheted Christmas trees stitched onto the white potholders. Aren't they cute! I'll be making quite a few of these to hopefully sell at a couple holiday fayres and fetes. And I'm sure we'll come up with even more festive crochet items.
If you would like any of these, you can find them in my Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.
15% off for the month of July!
Happy Christmas in July!
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Saturday, 6 July 2013
Free Crochet Pattern for a Chevron Baby Blanket
It's a little bit later than I had planned, but I've finally had a chance to put up my free pattern for a chevron baby blanket.
It is an easy free crochet pattern and is good for all levels. You can do it in any color combination and it would even look great as solid colored baby blanket.
The finished size is 27" x 30 1/2" (67 x 77cm) but you can also adjust it to be larger or smaller.
If you would like one of these blankets without having to make your own, they are available here in my Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.
If you would like one of these blankets without having to make your own, they are available here in my Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.
If you make one of these wavy chevron baby blankets, I'd love any feedback, good or bad.
Enjoy!
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Monday, 1 July 2013
Christmas in July
My mom (Jerry&Kay) and I thought it would be fun to get a little festive this summer and celebrate Christmas in July! So, we spent some time planning, shopping, and making this assortment of holiday crocheted items. We created some of our own patterns and also used some vintage patterns from a crochet book from the 60s that my mom has had, in her words, "forever."
And we are offering 15% off all Christmas items in the shop and a variety of other items. We created this cheerful mug cozy and coaster set that has an elegant touch with beading on the Christmas tree and a special bead button. We have options for a larger Starbucks sized mug or a standard souvenir sized mug.
My mom made these beautiful poinsettia doilies. I thought they were also from a vintage pattern, but she just informed me that she found the pattern in Crochet 101 by Deborah Burger. She made a set of four 6-inch doilies and an individual 8-inch one.
I really enjoyed crocheting this adorable elf baby hat. I have admired this style of baby hat for a long time and added a bit of whimsy with the bubbly edge and extra large pom pom.
Here is a closer look at the Christmas tree on the mug cozy.
If you would like any of these, you can find them in my Etsy shop, Sunshine Makings.
15% off for the month of July!
Happy Christmas in July!
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