Throw back Thursday….the art of crochet squares
Throw back Thursday……back to the beginning
I can’t believe in March next year it will be 10 years since I started crocheting. It seems like yesterday!
My mum attempted to teach me when I was a teenager but for me it was way beyond my comprehension. Fast forward 20 years later and I was looking for something I can do from hone to earn an income. I remembered my mum trying to teach me crochet and I thought why not give it another go!
I found the Art of Crochet series at a local news agency and I thought why not! I will give it another go! And to my surprise I actually was learning and making granny squares! Fast forward to today and hundreds of granny squares later I am so glad I gave this beautiful craft another go.
In this world full of hustle and bustle. Rushing around and never having time to even think. Crochet helps me relax and settles my mind. I forget whatever is happening and lose myself in the world of colour and yarn. I have learnt so much and made some amazing friends along the way! Looking forward to what the next 10 years will bring! Thank you for joining me on this journey and I look forward to many more years!
Thank you for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful week ahead!
Vicky
Work in Progress Wednesday……November edition!
Can’t believe it’s already nearly the end of the month! December is only 7 days away! You know what that means! Christmas is just around the corner!
Every year I tell myself the same thing I will start early with my Christmas shopping get it done well before Christmas Eve. Then I laugh really because who am I kidding as if that will ever happen!
This year I am kind of ahead of myself. I have started making cute little crochet baskets to put gifts in. My friends and family can reuse the baskets for any purpose and hopefully there will be less paper waste!
This pattern I love as it’s a contrast in colour and you can make the basket any size. Just change the hook size or add or minus rows.
I have a gorgeous fabric I am lining the basket with too!
Can’t wait to show you all the finished product!
Hope you are all having a wonderful day! Thank you for reading my posts!
Vicky
Pretty in Pink – Newborn Gift Box
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
Paper Doll Crochet Blanket Pattern-Designed by Catherine Crochets
Take a look at my latest Tiktok video on a pattern testing I have finished for crochet designer. Catherine Crochets.
My new best friend…..
Move over George Foreman grill I have found a new best friend! The Russell Hobbs Multifunction benchtop oven!
This oven is amazing! It bakes, it grills, it air fry’s and toasts bread!
It has an easy to clean pull out tray they catches all the crumbs comes with 3 trays plus the crumb tray.
It’s not a bulky unit so would fit most benchtops. To clean just wipe with a clean damp cloth and wash removal trays in warm soapy water. Make sure to dry thoroughly before putting back in the oven. I bought mine from Big W.
Overall I give it a 10/10 for efficiency, reliability and time saving. Best of all the oven heats up quickly so no waiting time!
Thank you for reading my blog post! Wishing you all a wonderful day!
Vicky