Sunday, January 25, 2015

Crochet

Many quilters have other hobbies besides making quilts. One of my hobbies is to crochet. I thought I would share what I have been doing. This first one has been challenge for me. I had to rip out the first part of this Crochet Along several times. It is an intermediate pattern. The photos and instructions are  really good but I am learning new things as I crochet this one. A new set of instructions comes out every Sunday. If you want to join in you will not be far behind because this is just the second week. The mystery will be an afghan when all done. A lot of people are doing theirs in bright yarn. Even though it would be fun to do that I chose to use yarn that will go with the decor of my home. You can read more about this Mystery Crochet Along here
 I had bought a skein of this yarn to make this cowl which I have started. It is coming along too.
 I started this bed runner last year. It is a sage green but this photo doesn't really show the true color. This is going to be the width of a king size bed. I might be half way done. It is a real easy pattern which was from one of my magazines.
 For those of you who like to embroider I thought I would share this with you all. Many of you are familiar with Jenny's designs. Go by her blog to find out what Operation Sparrow is all about. I will be joining her in this ministry.

With Passion,
Carrie P.

26 comments:

Siouxzq64@gmail.com said...

Lots of lovely yarnwork going on. I saw that sweet bird embroidery earlier today.

Jenny of Elefantz said...

I'm overwhelmed at the thought you are crocheting for a king size bed, Carrie! Wow! That's awesome. :-)

Leeanne said...

Beautiful crochet, something I would love to learn how to do oneday.

Deb said...

I think we all have lots of other things on the go. I don't think we would be true crafters if we didn't.I love crocheting, its so quick. I also knit and embroider. I just need more hours in a day!

Cathy said...

I love your mystery piece. Hugs

WoolenSails said...

Beautiful pieces and I like the sparrow idea. I did one with appliqué and stitchery, so I bookmarked the site so i could check out what they want.

Debbie

marina said...

your crochet is as gorgeous as your applique,
love your progess on your cal.

Peg - Happy In Quilting said...


Lovely projects Carrie

Unknown said...

Your crochet are so beautiful dear Carrie, and
I love the bird embroidery!
Hugs, Deborah

Preeti said...

Your crochet projects look beautiful!! Love the artistic bird :)

Rosie said...

I think our minds would be a little shallow if we only did one thing and I certainly don't mean to offend ANYONE by my words. I just believe in exercising our minds as much as possible and having several hobbies accomplishes that. In my opinion.
I love your projects Carrie. Most especially the embroidery. That is my go to "de-stresser" hobby!
Happy everything Carrie! I very much look forward to your posts.

Abby and Stephanie said...

For a beginner you have amazing crochet skills. How fun to get involved in a mystery project. Your embroidery is always so lovely.

KaHolly said...

Beginner? Hardly! Just look at those patterns you are working up!! I enjoy crocheting in the evenings while I watch my one program on Netflix and have some quiet time away from the family. Then I tuck myself in for the night so I can get an early start to my day. I haven't tried anything quite so intricate! Will have to check out the Mystery! Your projects are beautiful! I downloaded Jenny's pattern and hope to get it together to contribute, too!

Anna said...

Crocheting is one of my dreams...someday I hope to learn...I love it all! The embroderies is adorable!

Hazel said...

All these projects are really lovely!

Jeanna said...

In addition to quilting, I also enjoy crocheting, knitting and embroidery. The mystery projects sound like a lot of fun and I love your bed runner.

Barb said...

what a beautiful crochet block!! I like all sorts of crafts too but never was good at crocheting.

Candace said...

Pretty crochet, Carrie! I may have to check out that mystery project. Love the little stitchery, too - that's right up my alley!
Cheers!

Rebecca Grace said...

Your crochet is lovely, Carrie! I think it's wise to choose colors that go with your home; that way you're more likely to use the finished piece rather than using trendy colors that have to live in a cupboard somewhere because they don't go with anything!

Robin said...

Your crochet work is beautiful! That is something I have always wanted to learn to do. At this point I am reluctant only because I already have so many hobbies, I am feeling a need to focus. :)

Barb said...

Awesome work....I don't have the patience for it anymore...not that I was all that good at it.

Lynne said...

Thanks for that link, Carrie, it was a very interesting read. Love your king size bedspread in progress. I hope your shoulder continues to heal well and fully.

Sheila said...

Your crochet looks wonderful and although I can crochet I doubt I could tackle that one , looks very intricate . I am trying ,y hand at knitting socks for the first time , challenging for sure ;-)

Jocelyn said...

My mother crocheted as did my MIL, but I never learned. And now my daughter has taken it up :-S The sage green is beautiful. Can't wait to see your project completed!

Lynette said...

ooo - That yarn for the cowl is gorgeous :D And how funny! I just pulled that free pattern a couple days ago to start a mini quilt.

Allie said...

Ooh that block is beautiful - I miss crocheting, it just hurts too much anymore. Love that cowl, that is going to be beautiful, and your bed runner!