tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29817241261822325232024-03-29T05:29:36.052+02:00RubyRed EclecticEverything on my obsession with knitting, crochet, natural fibres and craftsRubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-83924021340449047952014-10-03T12:06:00.000+02:002014-10-03T12:06:27.462+02:00FREE Pattern -Crochet your own Vintage Placemat!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #666666;">So I'm still loving vintage! My current project is hooking up some lovely vintage placemats and I thought I'd share it with you! I learnt to do these motifs quite a while ago and also ammended it a bit - unfortunately I have no idea where I originally got the motif pattern from so in this case I can't give credit to the original designer! :( This motif can just as easily be made into a table runner or a lovely throw! I might even try do a bigger project like that soon as they are gorgeous to work with!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">I made these with 100% natural cotton I had in my stash. They were handspun and in different sized skeins - more of a double knit thickness than anything else! This pattern will work just as well with crochet yarn - you will just have to adjust the amount of blocks per row to obtain the right size for you. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-size: x-small;"><b><u>Abbreviations</u></b>:<br /><b>ch</b> chain stitch<br /><b>ss</b> slip stitch<br /><b>dc</b> double crochet<br /><b>sc </b> single crochet<br /><b>beg cl</b> begin cluster; (ch 3,yarn over, insert hook into the same st, pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook, yarn over, insert hook into same st and pull up a loop, yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on hook.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;">and taddaaaa!!!!! Your very own vintage placemat! Should you decide to do this project, please let me know should anything in the instructions be unclear or heaven forbid, you come accross a pattern error! </span></div>
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RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com61tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-79654570558208754192014-09-24T12:07:00.000+02:002014-09-24T12:20:26.910+02:00A beautiful Baby CardiganOuch!!..haven't posted in such a long time.. mind you..if I look back I think every post of mine should begin with "I haven't posted in such a long time!!" hahahha.... BUT! I have a good excuse, moving, work....uhm...work! lol...<br />
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Anyway! so my cousin and his wife recently had a new addition to the family and aunty (that would be me ;)) had to get the needles out to making something hand-made. Bought stuff is great and all but nothing compares to a handmade gift in my opinion!... Browsed through a LOT of patterns before I found this little beauty. I wanted something girly..but not TOO girly..also something simple. This is a Debbie Bliss Pattern - Cardigan with Frilled Sleeves from her "The Baby Knits Book".</div>
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This is the finished product!! Think its just too cute! I made little baby hanger as well just because it looked better when presented :)</div>
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The hanger is a similar pattern to my Vintage Crochet Hanger pattern earlier in the blog. I have re-post the FREE pattern to it though.. When I uploaded it the first time it was to a site which allowed free downloads.. that has apparently changed..so my next project will be to redo the pattern on the blog so it stays Free!</div>
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Not quite sure what the next knitting/crochet project will be..BUT will let you know as soon as I know! haha</div>
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Today, here in South Africa, is National Braai Day - similar to a BBQ I suppose, but better!! haha.. so Happy Braai Day everyone! Off to make my fire now.....</div>
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RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-31285903144018860872014-01-19T16:22:00.001+02:002014-01-19T21:22:22.970+02:00FREE Pattern - Granny Circle to Square How-To...Wow... I haven't posted in forever. So I thought a good way to start off again was to post another pattern haha.... A while ago I posted the granny blanket that was such a hit (<a href="http://rubyredeclectic.blogspot.com/2013/01/gorgeous-granny-square-blanket.html">Granny blanket post</a>)- it sold so quickly and I really miss the happy, vibrant colours. Decided I will just have to hook another one - and basically stick to similar colours. I thougth I'd share the pattern with you so you can create your own little happy blanket!! :)<br />
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Been wanting to make this for a looonnnggg time. So! no time like the present. My friends over at <a href="http://woolhogs.wordpress.com/2013/02/06/feb-made-it-first-batch-of-beauties/">Woolhogs</a> are having a MADE IT collection for February - so why not use that as an excuse!! Not done yet - still need to add the lining and the strap - but so far so good. Will defenitely have it finished in feb lol!<br />
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The boho bag features my favourite - the African Hexagon (pattern on my blog)! And I chose to use the lovely Vinni Bambi range - 100% bamboo and Cotton blend. It crochets up beautifully and just love the texture of this yarn.<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-24973142581160780582013-01-29T13:52:00.000+02:002013-01-29T13:52:09.547+02:00The Little Unloved Pillow.....So this is a bit of a strange tale.... and it just made me realize again how unique each of us are! About a year ago I didn't have a specific project planned so I grabbed little odds and ends of my huggeeee yarn stash and decided to just crochet whatever came to mind... I tried different stitches... basically just crocheted without a plan. The end result was a square.... so after some contemplation I decided to just turn it into a pillow.. (not surprising as I already have a kazillion pillow covers hahaha). Anyway... truthfully.. I didn't really like it. One of those projects you kinda just finish... look at it..and think..meh...<br />
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After I finished the pillow cover, did all the sewing up, I decided to just plonk it in the shop. Now please bear in mind that I have quite a few pillows in the shop..ALL of which I adore!! They have all been in the shop quite a while, and although everybody ooh's and aah's..no one has actually bought said pillows. Until last week.... when I had three people coming in (all on the same day) and walked straight to this mish mash pillow... (I ofcourse was sitting behind my table thinking..."really!!???").. All 3 wanted to buy this little unloved pillow!! None had cash with them and all left promising to return for this pillow. Like I know customers... few ever return for a purchase so I was thinking that was the last of it. (not)<br />
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Next day someones walks in and loves it so much she puts a deposit down on the pillow... saying she'd return to pay the rest the next day. I ofcourse took the deposit not thinking that any of the other peeps would return..boy was I wrong!.. They proceeded to come in one after the other..cash in hand... to purchase the pillow. Bear in mind..there are about 6 other pillows available..but no! They wanted THIS one... and they were seriously cheesed off with me when I had to tell them that sorry..the pillow was kinda half sold! haha.<br />
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Anyway.. I promised to make more of this "mish mash" pillow..which I dread.. as I really don't like it. And how do you motivate yourself to crochet pillows you didnt like creating in the first place!!?? Oh well... what a weird experience - and one that tought me that we are all unique.. and that taste most DEFENITELY differs!! lol<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-64333085120912045702013-01-23T16:57:00.000+02:002013-01-23T16:57:22.912+02:00a Rosy view on Serviette Rings....I've been crocheting serviette rings in different shapes and forms for a while now.. I just love the way they look on a beautifully decorated table.. they just add something real and rustic. I love combining the texture of crochet with something like pure linen serviettes.. juxtaposed against a crisp white dinner plate and et viola!! They are soft and flexible which means you can fold and pose those serviettes in any number of ways lol.... I always find the wooden or metallic rings so.... rigid..lol.... you can basically roll the serviettes up and thats it! Boring!! Recently I found these most amazing handmade fabric roses.. the lady that makes them spends so much time in making them "just perfect!"... and the different fabrics she uses makes my creative mind just trip on all the different natural fibres I can combine them with haha!! If I just had the time to make everything I think about!!<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-49183160088289913772013-01-18T14:36:00.001+02:002013-01-18T14:36:45.541+02:00Gorgeous Granny Square BlanketThis was a collaberation with a friend and I am sooo excited with the result!! I am just in love with the colours and the overall effect it reached. This was made for the shop, but after seeing the finished product I am so reluctant to sell it hahahha...... It's one of those things you just fall in love with instantly. That said, I put it in the shop this morning for display... (hoping it would bring in orders - not necessarily sell it)..and the first customer that walked in bought it :( ...... I finally convinced her to let me keep it in the shop for another week.... (the reason is more selfish than functional lol..I just want to spend some more time with it lol)...<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-76566903768779689472012-12-02T15:44:00.000+02:002012-12-02T15:44:27.472+02:00..And the Shop is OPEN!Many thought this day would not come hahaha..... I have been threatened that if I do not open, my friends will put a "opening AND Closing Sale" sign up for me. So yeah..it's taken me long enough..but these things take timmmeee to do!! and somehow..I just didn't feel ready... actually..I'm STILL not ready..but there it is... doors are open...Peeps have been popping in... no turning back now lol!! Thought I'd give you a look at what the shoppie looks like...:)<br />
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Quite proud really - a lot of work has gone into it...and hours and hours of crocheting...wood sanding..mosaicing.... etc etc etc...lol.... so without further ado...here it be! :)<br />
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There are just so many things you can play around with. I'm a bit in love with hearts at the moment - hence the enormous amount I have produced lately...crochet heart... more crochet hearts with danglies... stiched hearts with crochet flowers... hearts with stiched felt hearts hahahaha..... and the more I play...the more ideas I have... Its bad! :(<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-69762568205199367142012-11-21T17:43:00.001+02:002012-11-21T17:47:39.162+02:00FREE Pattern - Crochet Flower PotstandI came across this beautiful pattern for a potstand/holder on a Dutch lady's blog - Lindevrouw's Web. She has some awesome work on her blog and it's definitely worth a visit! :)- albeit all in Dutch lol. I took the liberty of translating her pattern into English as well as crocheting one up as I went along - The English pattern is as follows: (the original pattern in Dutch is here: http://lindevrouwsweb.blogspot.com)<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">You can make this design in any colour variants of your choice - Start with a magic loop or 5 chains joined with a ss.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 1</b>: 3ch (counts as 1dc), 15dc in ring, join with ss. (16dc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 2:</b> 3ch (counts as 1dc), 2dc in each st around, join with ss. (30dc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 3</b>: 3ch (counts as 1dc), 1dc in same st, *1dc in next stitch, 2dc in next stitch*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss. (45dc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 4</b>: 3ch (counts as 1dc), 1dc in same stitch, 1ch, 2dc in same stitch, *1ch, skip next 2 stitches, (2dc, 2ch, 2dc) in next stitch*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss. (15 groups)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 5</b>: ss to centre of 1st group,* in each ch1 space at the centre of the grouping make 2dc,1ch, 2dc, ss in the ch1 space between the groupings*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 6</b>: ss to the centre of the 1st group *(work only in the ch1 space in the middle of each group), make 3dc, 1ch, 3dc, 1ch*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 7: </b> Repeat Round 6.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 8</b>: ss to centre of 1st group </span><span style="background-color: white;">*(work only in the ch1 space in the middle of each group), make 4dc, 2ch, 4dc, 1ch*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 9</b>: </span><span style="background-color: white;"> ss to centre of 1st group </span><span style="background-color: white;">*(work only in the ch1 space in the middle of each group), make 5dc, 2ch,5dc, 1ch*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Round 10</b>: 1ch, 1sc in same space,* in the ch2 space in the middle of the grouping make 12dc, 1sc in the ch space between the groupings*, repeat from * to * around, join with ss and fasten off.</span></div>
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When you have finished both motifs, work in all loose ends. Place the 2 motifs against each other, right sides facing outward. Join yarn at the centre of two groupings (working through both pieces), make 20ch, ss into same stitch as joining. Work over the 20ch with sc until there are enough sc to make a strong loop. ss again into the same stitch as joining.<br />
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Now crochet though both pieces using only ss, going down to the centre using the gaps/holes on the motif. Make sure not to make the ss too tight as this will make the motif scrunch and warp. Once you reach the outer edge of the centre piece, turn around and go back up using the same spaces as you did going down.<i> (Tip: I found it easier to work with the yarn at the bottom of the work, pushing the hook through and just pulling the yarn up through the pieces.)</i><br />
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Once at the top, work around the scallop using each of the 12 stitches. Repeat this all around the motifs until you are back at your hanging loop. Join with a ss and fasten off. Work in loose ends. <i>(Tip: Continuously turn your work around and make sure you place your stitches in the right gap at the back - if your motifs shift on top of one another you might hook the needle through the wrong space at the back making it look untidy at the back).</i><br />
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<i><br /></i>RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com237tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-27335406193347931772012-11-14T14:06:00.000+02:002012-11-14T14:06:13.014+02:00Can you believe it's almost Christmas again!!??The other day I took my gran to the mall to do some shopping and all the store displays had changed to christmassy stuff - I realized it was November - but somehow the sight of all the christmas lights and decorations and music brought it home ...hard! Where had the time gone!!?? And worst of all - this year it has caught me quite unaware - I have nothing planned yet - no colour combinations, no gifts planned (or made mind you), no sparkly ideas in mind - nothing...nadda...ziltch!<br />
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So in an effort to avoid a panic attack, I grabbed my hook and started doing something...ANYTHING christmassy. It didnt work - I realized how long it takes to do these handmade things. But...after a while..the worst of the panic had gone and I realized I can only do what I can do...not sure how long this mindset will prevail - but I'm going to enjoy sanity while it lasts ;)<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-57379704803557598842012-11-12T09:47:00.002+02:002012-11-12T09:50:19.930+02:00Knitted Cup Cozy CutenessOk..so to be completely 100% honest - I've never reeeaalllyyy seen the use of a knitted cup cozy. I mean, what does it really do?? After much thought on this earth shattering topic - I decided I didn't really need to know. Sometimes things are there just to bring joy and look pretty. So unless someone knows the reason and would please take the time to inform me - I've settled on "because it's uber cute and looks gorgeous."<br />
This is a cup I finished the other day - I just randomly went and shopped for different mugs - no planning behind it. This is the first of the random cup cozy cuteness project :)<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-62190919211234638392012-11-07T10:43:00.001+02:002012-11-07T10:51:03.853+02:00Nasturtium Colour Love<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Work in Progress...... I am busy with the african hexagons still and doing some more pillows. But don't you think these colours are just beautiful - it happened quite accidentally. Went to my LYS to buy some more Vinni's Bambi - and unfortunately the stock levels were a bit low. These were the only colours I could find and decided to put them together. Once I had a few hexagons I realized they reminded me so much of the beautiful Nasturtiums that grow wild in my back yard.... Instant Love affair I tell you! :)<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-56633106115513657802012-11-06T10:59:00.000+02:002012-11-14T14:08:18.288+02:00a Proud Tea Cosy CustodianI've come to a gradual realization that my youth is now a distant memory... lol... Things I thought were absolutely horrendous as a young adult..has now become..uhhmm.... charming. Things I ABSOLUTELY INSISTED I'd NEVER have in my house... now features centre stage as you enter the door. Colours I thought the bane of any home has found a place in many of my creations. Isn't it strange and amazing how we find appreciation in things as we grow older. Growing older has never been a bad or scary thing in my own mind - instead I've always thought it quite exciting! I often laugh at myself when I find myself rolling my eyes at teenagers or young adults thinking "ooooooo you've still got a lot to learn"..hahahah... and I immediately chastise myself thinking..."honey!! you were ten times worse!!"... lol...<br />
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So... bearing this new-found-love-of-the-charming in mind - my newest obession... wait for it..... tea cosies! Yep!!..Tea pots in different shapes and sizes have become a passion of mine... I just think they are so darn cute!!! So just as my grandmother...and hundreds of grandmothers before her, had cupboards filled with different teapots with beautifully handmade tea cosies - I now have the same love of the little pots......<br />
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Confessions are always so liberating! This is currently my favourite little pot - unfortunately I made it for the shop - but I'm considering just keeping it (evil grin)!<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-27013690865393487512012-11-05T14:18:00.000+02:002012-11-14T14:08:46.754+02:00Hexagon LuvI am still as in love with these African Hexagons as the day I "met" them! These pillows will feature extensively in the RubyRed Eclectic shop lol.... The different colour combinations make me smile everytime I see them.<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-15221220753422418712012-11-05T13:51:00.000+02:002012-11-05T13:52:57.218+02:00Exciting NewsOk...so I haven't posted for a very very long time. It's just been so hectic...moving...and I've been working on my new venture - which I'm very excited about. I have decided to open a little shop - nothing fancy..just real! My passion for all things art and craft inspired me to finally do something about it - so <b>RubyRed Eclectic Handmade Originals</b> was born...:) Obviously it takes quite a while for me actually MAKE something - so I've been working hard to get some stock ready so I can open the shop. <br />
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This raises a bit of a dilemma to be honest -( giggles) - I'm not sure if I'm praying that everything sells on opening day or that things sell veerryyy sloowwllyy so I can have time to replenish stock hahah....!! In the end I realized that this shoppy is not there to mass produce or become commercial in any way. It's my attempt to keep a love of crafts alive, to have a platform and create an environment in which to live out my creativity, to inspire people to re-connect and appreciate things that took time, skill and love to create. Our world has become such a fast-paced, immediate access, mass producing environment - little emphasis remains on the things that take time... but they are so rewarding! And hence the little shop where the old world and the new world meet. A place to make you smile and hopefully a place that inspires!<br />
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RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-4386434012790641112012-05-31T10:24:00.001+02:002012-11-05T13:59:59.025+02:00Would you buy imported yarn if it was available?Lets test the waters...<br />
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After scouring any and all wool shops around I have been left wanting more. So! I've contacted yarn manufacturers like Rowan etc to find out about stocking their yarns. I obviously need to know if there are other local knitters that have the same needs that I do however. Yes, granted, there are some locally produced natural fiber yarns available, but still.. the variety is small. I want to be able to use gorgeous yarns like Rowan etc.<br />
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So should I start a web based "store" where you can choose yarns from catalogues and have it delivered to you directly within a day or two - and be able to pay in local currency..will you be interested? I'm thinking of becoming a stockist and ordering some stock and supply it locally. Also..which yarns?? hmmm...defenitely Rowan .... I love the Debbie Bliss range of yarns... Any other suggestions??<br />
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Anyway... its an idea being birthed here... I would LOVE your feedback and ideas!!!<br />
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LynnéRubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-10907549653036928882012-05-28T16:10:00.002+02:002012-10-29T08:49:20.951+02:00FREE Garter Stitch Mitred Square PatternAnd here it is as promised..the free pattern for the garter stitch mitred square blanket in my previous post. Enjoy! Please let me know should you notice any mistakes... I'm no expert at writing patterns! hahaha...<br />
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EDIT: <span style="background-color: purple; color: white; font-family: Tahoma, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Apologies to those who tried to download and was asked for a free trial. I am in no way trying to endorse any application on my blog. When I uploaded the pattern to Scribd it was free and many managed to download the pattern without any hassle. They must have changed that in the meantime. I am removing the link from my blog - I will re-type the pattern in my blog as soon as I can so that the download part is not necessary. Just a request though - if you do post comments please try and refrain from being nasty - the blog is intended as a friendly blog - I love knitting and crochet and will always do my best to share as much as I can. I am not a computer boffin so if I make a mistake - I apologize - learning as I go! Yarn Love - RubyRed</span><br />
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Mitred Square Pattern<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-56901810702255920482012-05-28T11:58:00.000+02:002012-05-28T11:58:46.705+02:00Colour Explosion Mitred Square Baby BlanketNot much to say about this project hahah.... It started off as just something to keep me busy on a recent road trip as well as a stash reducer! As it developed however it started looking the cutest and brightest little baby blanket in the making. The wool is all from my 4-ply stash with little odds and ends left over from larger projects. I am knitting this on 3mm needles which makes it slightly slow in the making.. but as there was no plan involved in this project it is exciting to see it grow organically.<br />
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I am busy writing the mitred square pattern down and as soon as its done I will publish it as a free pattern here on the blog - so watch this space! :)<br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-308819023930988702012-05-28T10:54:00.001+02:002012-05-28T11:20:53.056+02:00For the Love of Kaffe.......So!... I've moved into a blue and white phase. After living my "everthing-has-to-be-red-or-a-shade-thereof" phase for the past 10 years, I realised it was time for a change. But when I change colour phases... EVERYTHING changes. From the wall colours to the linen to the carpets..... Obviously this has some serious financial implications - so the changes are happening slowly! haha<br />
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The lounge walls has gone to a very dark blue... so...obviously the scatter pillows had to change too. I was scouring through my knitting books for a pattern that would fit the "look" I had in mind. And very UNsurprisingly I found the perfect damask pattern in my Kaffe Fassett book!! He has always been one of my favourite artists and every time I page through his creations I am amazed that he came up with these gorgeous mixes of geometric designs and combined them with fantastical colour explosions! He has inspired millions of knitters around the world and NEVER fails to inspire me whenever i'm exploring a new project. One of my best investments was buying his book:<br />
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After finding his beautiful damask knitting pattern I knew that it was going to be perfect for my scatter pillow and... after Ive come about halfway.... I am just absolutely loving it!! It is still a work in progress but I'm looking forward to completing it soon!</div>
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During all my google and ravelry searches three names kept popping up as fair isle royalty, Alice and Jade Starmore as well as the colour guy himself - Kaffe Fassett. So it was only natural that my choice of pattern for my virgin voyage into the world of "ferraling" was going to be from one of these guru's. And after paging through their books many...many...many times...and changing my mind ...many..many times.... I finally decided on a pattern by Jade Starmore called Persian Tiles. Loved the "tiled" look and the intricate way the tiles fit into each other.<br />
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Mind you...before this project I never even attempted knitting on circular needles...ahhahaha.... and since then I've hardly knitted with anything else. So after a LOT of counting...unravelling rows of faulty knitting.... I was done. The project kinda grinded to a halt...or went into serious hibernation after that because I never got around to do the sewing up. So recently I unpacked the sewing machine.... bought some material...and got the process going again. ...and taaddaaaaaaaaa....... a pillow cover was born.<br />
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<i>The pattern is available in the book "A Collectors Item - Jade Starmore". Unfortunately this pattern is not available for download and I had to buy the book to obtain it. One can buy it directly from the Starmore's website: <a href="http://www.virtualyarns.com/">www.virtualyarns.com </a></i><br />
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<br />RubyRedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13079333474798151860noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2981724126182232523.post-37784721349376695872012-05-13T23:10:00.002+02:002012-05-15T21:30:00.747+02:00Fair Isle Flower Garden Part 2<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>UPDATE FROM PREVIOUS POST: </b></span></span><br />
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This little weekend project started out as a simple swatch to see what it would look like with the colors I had to my disposal. I fell in love and the swatch has now turned into something new..haha. I still have no idea what it is going to end up as<i> (probably another cushion cover as I seem to making copious amounts of those these days! haha.. they are quick to knit...fun to explore different techniques and color combinations... and at least turns into something you can use in the end.)</i><br />
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So this pattern is fair isle done in the round.... the color combination up to this point is developing as it goes lol... but I think I'll stick to this pallet...love the bright colors thrown together - seems fitting with the flower garden theme! ;)<br />
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Project was knitted on 3mm needles with the short-row-knitting technique in Elle Pure Gold DK - in various colors.<br />
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