It is already week 3 of the crochet-a-long! It seems to me that October is passing by very quickly...
Anyway, it was lovely to see some other bloggers join in with myself and Chrissie last week with some really lovely crochet makes. Anyone is welcome to join and as before, if you would like me to link up to your post, simply leave a little note in the comments.
I have made a little more progress with my hexie blanket...
I am really just using up yarn from my stash so I hope it doesn't end up looking too 'random' in a bad way if you know what I mean? I like the colours so far, so we shall see. The pattern is from Nicki Trench's Cute & Easy Crochet With Flowers.
I know I have said before that I really don't buy magazines very often, but I picked up a copy of this months Simply Crochet magazine in the supermarket last week and liked so many of the designs in it, that I decided to buy it. It really is a lovely issue this month, with lots of cosy makes. So, I have also been working on a couple of projects from the magazine...
The granny square scarf. I just adored this the minute I saw it and it is getting so damp and chilly here that I really feel that I need a couple more warm and cosy scarfs. Again, this project is using lots of odds and ends from my stash although I did buy a few balls of gorgeously soft Sirdar Snuggly in Little Bud (love that name!), for the main part of the scarf.
I love the idea of embellishing an outfit with some crochet and so have started making the button studded ruffle too. I had actually put this to one side but after seeing Julie's gorgeous dress which she added a gorgeous lacy collar to here, I decided that I really had to get on with my embellishing project too!
Have a little look here for some more crochet...
Thank you for the really lovely comments recently...you really are such a lovely lot!
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Lovely crochet and the scarf in the mag is lush x
ReplyDeleteOooh, I really loved that scarf too, maybe we could do a double WIP and make the hexie blanket AND the scarf? ;-) Chrissie x
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Loving all of your projects! Also liking that box of buttons, you have lots of intersting looking ones in there. Happy stitching xx
ReplyDeleteloving all your colours come together. I am always partial to a few pinks and purples...!
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ReplyDeleteI really agree with you about the latest issue of Simply Crochet, I am at this very moment working my way through the pattern for the gorgeous hood and scarf - just couldn't resist the ears !
Kate x
Mariane that scarf is gorgeous, and your hexi's are looking great I'm loving your colour combinations so far.
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These are all beautiful! I love the colors in your hexies. You have so much going on with your hooks right now!
ReplyDeleteI'm trying my hardest to avoid the mags, this one looks good, can't wait to see that lovely scarf! :) x
ReplyDeleteYour hexies are gorgeous, they colours don't look random at all, it's going to look fab when it's finished. This month's magazine looks good, I love the granny square scarf. Debx
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Oh those hexies are beauties! Love all the colours you've combines, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteYou must be pretty busy with all these projects on the go.......
Gill xx
The hexie afghan is looking great so far. I love projects that allow you to use up what you have.
ReplyDeleteMarianne your work is just perfect and I love the way you present everything - just so beautiful to look at. Haven't got my copy of the magazine yet but am certainly on my way to get one tomorrow. Thank you Marianne a wonderful post which is why I always enjoy reading your lovely blog. Big hugs
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The afghan is looking very nice, in fact better than nice! I really must do myself another one this year now the colder weather is looming.
ReplyDeleteI've joined in with the Crochet along, I seemed to have called it 'what's on your hook' by mistake but I'll sort that out next time.....trust me to get it all wrong!! :) Is this for any type of crochet project? Suzy x
Wow looking so pretty! I really love the colour combinations your using in the hexagons.
ReplyDeleteSo nice to see what everyone is hooking xx
Marianne, it was so sweet of you to mention my post and such a lovely surprise. Thank you also for your lovely comments over at my blog. I almost made a crochet collar but was nervous that my lack of skill wouldn't make it look professional enough. Can't wait to see how yours turns out. The scarf and hexies are all gorgeous. I wouldn't worry about it looking too random - it will look right and blend well because you have a very 'you' colour palette so, even using leftovers, the yarns will work well together. xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous crochet work, so beautifully neat!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving your hexes Marianne - the colours look so right. We are behind by 2 -3 months with Simply Crochet mag here, but I always enjoy the projects so much when I get to them. I'm really looking forward to seeing your new scarf and know it will be beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWarm hugs, Joy xo
Your hexes are gorgeous. After seeing you and Chrissie making them, I did get hexy envy and bought the book. Another project to go on my to-do-list. :)
ReplyDeleteSally xxx
Beautiful hexies Marrane, the colours are so soft and gentle. Lots of hooky goodness on the go.
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Your hexies are looking great and the colours are awesome, you shouldn't worry about them looking random as they all go well together! I might pick up that magazine, as I like the idea of that scarf!
ReplyDeleteI was going to join in on the Bloomin' CAL but decided I have enough projects just now and I can't afford to pick up cream yarn which I would really like for doing the CAL....I may end up joining in at a very later date, as there is a project that I wanted to do for the CAL :)
Marianne you clever ladybird, you have so much great stuff on the go at the moment. I am at a crochet crossroads at the moment. Go and see and give me some tips...Jo x
ReplyDeleteYour Hexies are most beautiful and the colors are glorious.. Love them... how can I join you all?? Big Hug Judy
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comment! You are most welcome to join our CAL. All you have to do is post your crochet project to your blog and add a little link. All projects are welcome to join, we usually post with our updates on a Thursday but you are welcome to do so any day you wish!
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Your crochet hexies are looking really gorgeous Marianne. I too bought this issue of Simply Crochet and that scarf is lovely. I can't wait to see what you do with yours. I hope you have a lovely weekend. Unfortunately I have done very little crocheting this week, but will hopefully join in again soon. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHave been instructed by Chrissie to put my cushion squares into the CAL! Loving your efforts, as usual x
ReplyDeleteI've popped in from Hazel's Crochet and love your CAL idea and LURVE your hexagons....I might have to get my arse into gear and join in....I do however have a long list of Christmas knitting to get through first!! xx
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