I have been learning the Japanese art of Amigurumi. It’s crocheting objects with yarn. It’s a beautiful and interesting art with so many variations man’s ideas on things to make.
Checkout my pin below on my latest project. A cute Alpaca. Amigurumi is not an easy art to learn it takes a lot of practice and patience but I think I am making progress!
I am excited to announce I have a new gift box available soon in my online shop.
Pretty in Pink is a selection of handcrafted items made by myself and local designers and artisans. A baby being born is a very special occasion and what better way to celebrate than with a gift that’s beautifully crafted by talented artists.
Take a look at my Instagram page for details http://www.instagram.com/vickys_handcrafted_designs
Thank you for reading my posts. I will update you all soon when I list them gift box.
Vicky
Is it just me or is this year flying by!
With Covid raging around the world it’s an anxious and stressful time for everyone. I hope you are able to keep safe wherever you are.
The one thing that keeps me sane during lockdown times is crochet. I get so lost in selecting yarns and patterns and counting stitches my mind doesn’t get a chance to wander and think of all the sadness in the world right now.
At the moment I am working on some blankets and baby accessories. I will have some items ready soon for a gift pack. I just got the boxes in today. I will show the preview on Friday.
Above are a cute pair of baby booties. I still have to finish them but I love the colour and simplicity of the design.
August 15 is granny square day. I love to crochet continuous granny square blankets. They remind me of days of old. A beautiful traditional design that will last for decades to come. I am nearly finished the blanket. I am not sure of the name of this Caron cake but I love the blue and mint and white combination!
These are some blankets I crocheted. Some from patterns and some my own ideas. They are in various stages from completed to just needing a boarder to needing just a few squares to complete.
I love the variety of colours and the warmth they radiate!
What are some of your favourite go to projects to unwind! Comment below!
Thank you so much for reading my blog. Take care and stay safe.
Vicky.
How many of you like to do craft projects? And how many of you have a tonne of projects on the go!
Me! Me! I guess it’s a crafter’s curse. No sooner do you start one project that your eyes and mind start to wander to the next and then the next!
So this weekend I made it my mission to put all my craft projects in one place! That way I can see them, they can see me, well not really but you know what I mean! They are there staring at me saying finish what you started!
So that’s the plan, the reality well we will have to wait and see!
In the meantime how cute is this dresser cupboard from http://www.kmart.com.au I often shop there as their range is fantastic and great prices that don’t blow your budget out! I also bought the baskets, faux books and large bowl from there too!
Now I have a heap of storage and I saved money too! The faux books are fantastic! They look amazing and you can hide all sorts of things inside! Ironically mine contain craft magazines and books.
The dresser is easy to put together and light as well so if you like moving your furniture around like I do, it won’t break your back!
The baskets and faux books are easy to look after! Just give them a wipe with a damp cloth or antibacterial wipe.
Overall I love the Kmart range of storage products and have bought many items for my home.
I might do a tour of my kitchen! It’s full of Kmart style items!
Well thank you for reading my post! Hopefully when I write next I will actually have a project finished!
Vicky
First of all let me say thank you to you all for the overwhelmingly support I have had on here the last few days! It’s truly brightened my days!
We just got told this morning we are in for an lockdown! Four weeks this time! So I am trying to pass the time to finish up some of my crochet projects.
This first one is a Spin Your Granny Square blanket crochet along. Kylie from Stitchedupcraft does one every year.
This year I decided on a pink theme. Reminds me of delicious strawberries and cream and strawberry ice cream sundae!
I am nearly finished which is exciting! This is the progress so far.
What do you guys think so far? Can’t wait until I finish it!
I received some orders today for this gorgeous Amigurumi bunny.
I will be sending these out later in the week.
All in all it’s going to be a pretty busy week.
I hope you are all well where ever you are.
Thank you for reading my blog post
Vicky
Yes I am a Crocheter, yes I have a million and one work in progress projects, here is one of them!
A cute amigurumi Alpaca. Check out my latest instagram post for the details. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQcAVYTLVcX/
I have gently pinned him/her together (haven’t decided yet lol) to see what it will look like. I am hoping to finish sewing him/her this week and have him/her ready for Finally finished friday. Wish me luck! Its a stretch and as any crocheters knows also a dream.
The pattern is by Pattern by: Lucy Collins
From: Quick and Easy Crochet
I do have a few others but I will save them for another wednesday!
Thank you again for readying my blog post and I wish you all a wonderful day!
Vicky
