Halloween
Halloween has come early to the sewing room, I love the bright colours and couldn't resist making these up. The banner was so easy to make, I cut out 2 triangles, sewed the two long sides together, turned them in the right way and sewed them all onto a ribbon. They really brighten any room up.
Halloween Swop
I have been so excited about the Halloween swop through pink stitches, it's the first blog swop I have participated in, although I have been tempted many times. There are many versions of swops but in this one I have to make my pieces for a blogger and then a different blogger was picked to make items for me. I have sent mine off already because my swop partner is in USA and I would prefer it to be early rather than late. I made a couple of coin purses and a potpourri holder then threw in a bag. I designed the bag to hold knitting needles and smaller knitted items, I have been knitting the Debbie Abrahams Mystery Blanket this year and that is just a series of patches all to be sewn together at the end of the year. I found the normal knitting bags too cumbersome so I designed this one and found it really useful to carry around and it fits in my handbag too.
The potpourri holder was more tricky, it's a patchwork bag with a lining and drawstring. Let's hope my swop partner enjoys receiving the package and finds some use for the items. I will keep you all informed.
Last week I shared my knotty knitting dilemma with you all, I was having a problem with a cable knit sweater, the good news is that I see the pattern developing but it will be a long process. I'm glad the cold nights are starting to draw in so that I can sit with knitting on my lap and enjoy the benefit of the warm wool.
Finally; a note of caution! Blogging is infectious!
My little brother, not so little anymore, has started his own blog Cooking with John. His first mission was to pickle everything in his fridge, dad's garden and wife's cupboard.
Another note of caution: one of my followers has decided to cover her sofa, no previous experience but she has found a great fabric. Good Luck Penny!
.....and last but not least; here is a gorgeous baby enjoying his snuggly blanky!
