Friday, 4 October 2013

Blog Inspiration (and a scarf...)

Reading one of my favourite blogs last week, Primroses & Petticoats and specifically, this post with the gorgeous CK inspired blanket, I found that I really, really wanted to make something in similar colours. I decided against a blanket as I already have two in progress, and so opted for a scarf.

 

I searched around the internet for a pattern, and came across this gorgeous CK inspired cowl from the beautiful Inverleith blog. The moment, I saw this, I just loved it. I bought the yarn the next day and had made my scarf within a few days. I decided to make mine a scarf rather than a cowl, so instead of sewing up the end pieces, I added more trebles in red along each end...

 

 

I really, really love it...you may be able to tell that from all the photos?!

 

 

I used Sirdar Snuggly yarn for this, the colours were perfect and it really is very soft and snuggly. There is lots of yarn left, enough for at least one more scarf, maybe even two. My mum really liked it so I am going to make one for her and I also think that a nice, bright CK scarf would make a lovely Christmas gift for the females on my gift list...

 

Happy weekend everyone!

 

X

 

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41 comments:

  1. Amy at love made my home4 October 2013 at 17:13

    I have bought some lovely yarn to crochet a scarf when I finish at least one of my two blankies, but I wish that I had these colours!! It is so lovely and exactly the right colours for CK, I scrolled down to look at the pics first, and I assumed that it was something from CK until I went back and read. You really are such a great crocheter!!

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  2. jabbott4 October 2013 at 17:33

    The colours work very work together, this scarf is so cool I would definetly wear it x

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  3. Maria - A Playful Stitch4 October 2013 at 18:16

    That looks lovely! Maria x

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  4. Hannapat4 October 2013 at 18:22

    That is such a lovely scarf Marianne and it looks beautiful on you!!! The colours are bright and vibrant and I think you have done a lovely job making it. Enjoy making another one for your Mum, I know I want one too! Enjoy your weekend lovely and thank you for your sweet comments about the little hat. xoxo

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  5. Barbara4 October 2013 at 18:27

    Beautiful scarf Marianne! I love the colour choices.

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  6. Una4 October 2013 at 19:14

    That's gorgeous. A lot of crafters seem to be making scarves at the moment.

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  7. Vintage Sheet Addict4 October 2013 at 19:34

    It's beautiful! So colourful and cosy! :) x

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  8. Unknown4 October 2013 at 19:51

    What a terrific scarf! The colours are amazing - your mum will love opening that on Christmas Day, as will all of your other female friends...(hmm, shall I give you my postal address? ;-) ) Chrissie x

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  9. Clare4 October 2013 at 20:08

    It really gorgeous, no wonder your so pleased with it, the colours are so CK and fab.
    Clare xx

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  10. Georgina4 October 2013 at 20:16

    We are all going scarf mad! Love it! X

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  11. Jo4 October 2013 at 20:18

    Well how about that a perfect granny scarf. Definitely do your mum one. Jo x

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  12. Anne4 October 2013 at 20:55

    Its gorgeous, beautiful colours and you finished it at the right time!

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  13. Joyful4 October 2013 at 21:17

    Very colourful! A friend made me a purple scarf like this a few years ago as a surprise. I really loved it because it was nice and long and wrapped around my neck a few times. I used it a lot. I hope you enjoy yours just as much.

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  14. justpootling4 October 2013 at 21:49

    That is such a lovely scarf - I can imagine it was lovely to make because it must have grown really quickly. I'm itching to make a scarf now ! I also really, really love the scarf in your profile picture - is that a crochet, homemade scarf as well ?- it's gorgeous.
    Kate

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    1. Ladybird Diaries7 October 2013 at 23:19

      Thank you! Yes, this scarf really was a joy to make because it was so quick, I loved making it. Thanks for the lovely comments about my red, blue and white scarf, yes I made this too...it is knitted with a crochet border and little crochet flowers.
      Marianne x

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  15. Jennifer Hays4 October 2013 at 22:02

    So pretty, Marianne! I love the bright colors and your stitches are so neat. You did a great job with it. I love your rainbow necklace too. I used to have lots of different rainbow things when I was a kid; shoelaces, hair bows, barrettes, a belt. I love rainbow accessories and I wish I still had them all! :)

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  16. gilly4 October 2013 at 22:20

    Ooh, love it! So bright and cheery, just perfect for winter.
    Happy weekend,
    Xx

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  17. mynestofyarnandbuttons4 October 2013 at 22:23

    CK all the way! It looks great and very cosy too. Anything in CK colors is a winner for me. Great job, xoRobin

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  18. Meredith4 October 2013 at 22:36

    Very fun scarf, I love the granny goodness and the bright colors.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  19. gillyflower4 October 2013 at 22:44

    Gorgeous! Love the colours, so cheerful and very CK!
    Have a great weekend!

    Gill xx

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  20. ColourMeCrochet4 October 2013 at 23:40

    Beautiful scarf, it certainly looks warm and snuggly :)
    Sally xxx

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  21. Joy4 October 2013 at 23:47

    It's absolutely beautiful Marianne and such a lovely winter brightener too. The colours are perfect with your gorgeous necklet. Very smart and very clever!
    Warm hug, Joy xo

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  22. forgetmenotsblue5 October 2013 at 00:23

    Aw Marianne thank you so much for mentioning me its so lovely that you enjoyed my post, it makes it all worth while. You've made my day!!
    I love love love your scarf it's fab, great colours. I'm definitely going to give making one a go. Your always such an inspiration xx

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  23. Julie5 October 2013 at 08:24

    Lovely vibrant colours - perfect to brighten up the long winter months. Love your rainbow necklace too. x

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  24. Pink Milk5 October 2013 at 08:24

    Oh my goodness, oh my goodness, it's gorrrrgeous!

    I have compiled a collage of scarf inspiration (your red and blue one is already on it) and this one definitely needs including. Those colours ...

    Heather x

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  25. Hazels Crochet5 October 2013 at 09:38

    Oh this scarf looks awesome, I love how cheerful it is :D

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  26. Unknown5 October 2013 at 09:39

    Marianne your scarf is just beautiful and looks so cosy. I started one last year for one of my granddaughters and finished it but made it with granny squares and it was a faff making it up - I need to make two more but yours looks so much better and, from the sounds of it, wouldn't take long to do. The colours are just adorable, I will certainly have a look at the blogs you have mentioned. Thank you for a lovely post and for always supporting me Marianne, it means such a lot.
    Have a fantastic weekend
    Lots of love as always
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  27. Penny5 October 2013 at 11:05

    That does look really happy and cheery, perfect for the grey days we seem to have been having, looks gorgeous with your rainbow necklace xxx Penny

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  28. Angel Jem5 October 2013 at 20:03

    What lovely colours! And just in time for some proper autumnal weather.

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  29. Maggie6 October 2013 at 15:04

    Gorgeous colours for your beautiful scarf! Xx

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  30. Natas Nest6 October 2013 at 19:03

    Hi, I'm a new follower of your lovely blog! The scarf is really great ♥. Granny stripes are always wonderful and you've chosen great colors!
    Nata xxx

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  31. Unknown7 October 2013 at 13:28

    Lovely scarf - the colours are gorgeous together. XX

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  32. Helen Philipps7 October 2013 at 18:33

    Your scarf is really lovely! The colours are gorgeous and so are your photos!
    Helen x

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  33. Unknown7 October 2013 at 21:19

    What a fab scarf!!! The colours are lovely and bright!! I have just discovered your blog and am enjoying reading it. Thanks for the inspiration. Pati x

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    1. Ladybird Diaries7 October 2013 at 23:15

      Thank you so much for your kind comment!
      Marianne x

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  34. Eilidh7 October 2013 at 23:01

    Your scarf is fabulous love the bright colours :-) x What a lovely gift it would make too!

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  35. Gillian Roe8 October 2013 at 23:32

    What a gorgeous scarf! I love the chunky trebles and the colours are very CK indeed. x

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  36. Unknown10 October 2013 at 14:59

    Thanks for all the blog love! Your scarf looks beautiful, I am tempted to craft up one myself! Your African flowers are looking beautiful too. Happy hooking! Kath xxx

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  37. RhymesWithCakes23 October 2013 at 10:33

    So completely and utterly beautiful. You're fuelling my love of crochet (I am a novice)!

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  38. Ladybird Diaries23 October 2013 at 23:30

    Thank you so much!
    Marianne x

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  39. Heldasland26 October 2013 at 20:02

    cheerful and fills me with joy, I love that rainbow necklace, gorgeous

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