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Flapper Purse in Silk UPDATE!


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It’s coming along! Playing with ideas. I haven’t tied it off yet and it’s not sewn, but this is the frame I think I’ll use. Still need to line it. I have a slate blue velvet for that.

You can read more about this purse here:  https://aberrantcrochet.wordpress.com/2010/12/08/beaded-flapper-purse-in-silk/.

You can read more about my other silk purse in rust here: https://aberrantcrochet.wordpress.com/2010/12/27/my-next-flapper-purse-in-silk/

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Project Mr. Right Now: “Ireland” Bookmark in Ogham


imageimageAnyone who knows me, knows I have 20+ unfinished crochet projects going at a time. And that’s just the crochet.

What you see photographed here is a pattern I’m working on for St. Patty’s Day. I actually started it last year during some of my language studies (hobby), but didn’t finish it in time and set it aside. I’ve rotated through several types of crochet to get this far on this pattern. A hybrid fair isle approach is what I’m trying out now, with a right and a wrong side.

I think when I release the chart, I’ll release it as two types. One for a simple chart approach, one for a more detailed and complicated approach.

When it is complete, it will read “Ireland” in Ogham, an ancient (and educated) bardic language with much of its roots in Ireland. Only the initiated of the bards could read it. Stay tuned for more about this one!


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Jellyfish For A Pet


“You know mommy?  I’d like to have a jellyfish for a pet.  That would be very cool!”

Crochet Jellyfish designed by Rachelle Smith. You can purchase this pattern through her blog at http://yahrrrnpirate.blogspot.com

My son pauses in thought in the back seat.  “They look so cool floating in the water.”

On the way home in the car is where a great many of my now 11 year old son’s greatest ideas and our ensuing conversations take place.  Many of them lend to the rather extra-ordinary or even surreal vs. your average, run of the mill kind of small talk between kids and parents.

Subjects range anywhere from “I wonder what the biggest splinter in the world would be?” to “What if the biggest rainstorm was a drizzle,” to “What if we had a time machine but no one else could have one,” “What if there were zombie crickets,” or “I wonder what would happen if you microwaved gun powder?”

And sometimes more ordinary vocal expulsions escape his cranium, like how he’s pretty sure that every time he’s hungry he sees a Burger King.  (I don’t know why – we don’t eat there, and I don’t like fast food.)

“Germaine’s Bestie” crochet jellyfish created by VintageNettles using Sarah Ohern’s “Jacob the Jellyfish Amigurumi Pattern.” You can find VintageNettles’ blog at http://nettness.net. Click on the photo above to purchase Sarah’s pattern at http://www.esshaych.blogspot.com

Anyway, I’ve gotten (mostly) used to his sudden outbursts of thought (or song) from the passenger seat and try to follow along.  I’m beginning to think I should write a book titled, “Viewpoints From the Passenger Seat,” or something like that.  Maybe help pay for some of the grey hairs it’s earned me too.

“Hmmmm…” I start to reply thoughtfully. He doesn’t always start out with a subject I have much comment on, but this time he did.

“I wonder if jellyfish are legal to own as pets?” I start out. “You know… I always wanted to have a big salt water tank with sea anemones and such.  The kind of tank that’s built into a wall.  You know – like the one we saw at that hospital?  Only thing is, I know they are expensive to maintain.  I’ll have to be a lot wealthier before I can do that.” A little sigh escapes my lips.

“You know, Mommy?” my son starts again.  “What if a whole house was made up of a fish tank? Like the whole house is a fish tank? THAT would be REALLY cool!”

Raising my eyebrows, I look quizzically into the rear view mirror. 

 

“Sounds like an aquarium to me,” I say.

“Noooo,” my son quickly corrects me.

“No, like the walls are all built with fish tanks instead of regular walls.  And even the plumbing would be covered in glass and if there’s a problem with the pipes, you could just see it.  And fish would be swimming all over your house through all the places there would normally be walls!  And you could see right through the walls to the fish swimming in the other room!”

Quietly, oddball mental images form in my mind from his descriptions. All the while, I simultaneously focus on not losing physical sight of the road I’m driving either.

Ever try to both imagine a mental picture and see to maneuver something physical at the same time?  Not really the easiest combo.  And my son’s descriptions are so vivid and off-the-wall at times that it really can be a challenge to listen and yet not lose sight of the physical world while I try to follow his conversation.  (Honestly, there are times when I’m tired that I just have to shut off the ears while I drive.)

“So how would that work?” I ask.  “What happens if someone throws a rock, or there’s a hail storm or a tree falls over on it? What then,” my wicked little smile playing in the rear view.

MOMmy,” he says. “I said it would be cool, not practical…! What do you take me for?”

I bust out laughing!

 

I don’t know son.  I guess I don’t really know!


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This Yarn Needs a Home!


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Cones of stuff I won’t be using and I don’t know how many yards are on each. An estate find sent my direction to sell.   $10 + shipping (each) for the yellow and light pink cones.  $8 + shipping for the pink rose (smallest) cone.

Here’s what I know for now:

According to our bathroom scale (I’m not sure how accurate this is, but it’s a ball park at least), the yellow one weighs around 3.5 to 4.5 pounds, the medium sized cone is around 2 pounds and the smaller cone is about 1.5 pounds.  The yellow cone is 8 inches wide at the bottom, 6 inches wide at the top, 7 inches high and hefty.  These are estate finds and the outer thread layer appears worn or slightly dusty from sitting on a shelf.  I’d take that top outer layer off before using.

As far as yarn weights:

It’s probably difficult to see the labels well enough to read in the photos. The light pink and rose are both 20/2, marl rayon/cotton blend and are from Phoenix Dye Works in Cleveland, OH.  These blends seem obviously 1 ply being the cotton and 1 ply being the rayon, with the rayon twist providing a bit of sheen.

The yellow is 10/1, 60% cotton, 20% acrylic, 20% viscose, from Hohenberg Co. and made in Italy.  Soft and squishy on the cone.

Also, see the close up photos for the best representation of the colors. The official colors are “yellow,” “light pink,” and “pink.”  The yellow is an ice yellow, not a golden yellow.  The light pink is baby pink and the “pink” is more what I’d call a more of a rose, but not too dusty in color.  I know the rose cone looks a little salmon, but that’s the camera, not the actual color.

Within the US, I can ship in a flat-rate box for $10.95.  I’ll find out exact postal weights and shipping and update this post.


UPDATE:  OK, here are the official USPS postal rates.

Domestic:

  • Yellow alone: just under 4 pounds with box – $10.66 parcel post; $14.35 priority
  • Lt. Pink alone: 2.5 pounds with box – $9.27 parcel or $11.15 priority
  • Rose alone: 1.5 pounds with box – $7.62 parcel and $9.15 priority
  • all three: 8 pounds – $13.76 parcel and $21.75 regular priority or I may be able to split into two shipments for less at flat rate.  Problem is size of the boxes.

UPDATE III:

  • OK, I went back to the post office again.  For the yellow cone combined with the smallest pink rose colored cone, domestic (inside the US shipping) is $17.50 regular priority and $12.37 for parcel post.
  • Also, I found an error in the info above for shipping all three cones, which I’ve now corrected.
  • I cannot ship the yellow cone in any flat rate priority box – it’s just too big to fit.

Canada:

  • Yellow alone – $15.79 1st class; $35.50 flat rate priority (there is no international parcel post anymore)
  • Lt. Pink alone – $10.89 1st class; $35.50 flat rate priority
  • Rose alone – $6.97 1st class; $35.50 flat rate priority
  • All three – $32.35 1st class; $35.50 flat rate priority (includes insurance for free)

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Crocheted Smart Car!


 


Crocheted Smart Car

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I’ve been wondering about crochet covers for cars that didn’t look like a parade float. Came across this awesome crochet photo on Flickr today. It was done by local Austin artist Magda Sayeg, for a Roman Arts Festival in May of 2010.  You can read more about Magda in the Statesman here.

Kinda cool!

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Under the Tree


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My Next Flapper Purse in Silk


I still have to find the right purse frames and clasps for the flapper purses I’m working on. But here’s the latest “Mr. Right Now” project I’m working on. This particular fringe is harder to work with and more elaborate than the last and the construction is very slow going. It’s a lovely rust made in India.
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The purse is constructed of the same brand of silk fiber in this purse as the previous purse, except in an amazingly matched (to the fringe) rust. This is more of that 70% silk/30% nylon yarn called Contrasto (made in Italy) that I’d been trying to figure out what to do with. It’s a yarn that is actually a knit tube in design. Yarn descriptions have described this yarn as woven, but it is truly a knit tube. Refer to my post on Dec 8th here for more details and back story: https://aberrantcrochet.wordpress.com/2010/12/08/beaded-flapper-purse-in-silk/.
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This purse will be larger however, and I’ve already had to begin a 2nd ball of silk in the construction so far. I am hoping that this purse will be deep enough to hide away a small book as well as a wallet. This particular beaded fringe, as mentioned previously, is a beauty made in India and sports ribbon covered beads in the tassel design. About 8 yards of it will finish this purse at $8/yd (my cost). This fringe is called Jhalar, meaning “tassel and trimmings,” and is a type of interlaced, braided and fringed trimmings that traditionally have been used to enhance window decor. They were quite popular in the Victorian era and of course are making a refined come back today in a variety of ways, including as elements in our beloved steam punk genre. And worked into this purse, well… it’s just awesome!
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Remember that golden rod satin I thought about lining the other purse with? It’s going to line this rust one instead. Which is rather appropriate since the tassel and trimmings are from India as well! The rust and the rich goldenrod play beautifully together. Though unfortunately, my new camera phone tends to cheat the yellows of their glory. I also found in my stash of goodies from my grandmother just the perfect shade of slate blue velvet for the lining of the other flapper purse (which I can’t finish until I find just the right clasp). So I’m thrilled to have found all this and been able to put it together out of my own sewing and yarn stash, no longer lurking in the back recesses of my cabinets and closets and ready to not just come out into the daylight, but in the end, ready to go out for a party! I have a third one to give a try after I get this one done as well. Photos pending once under way.
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So right now for this purse, my material costs are already about $100. I expect my material cost to increase another $25-30 by the completion.  And it’s a larger purse than the other one as well.  Definitely swanky for special occasions!  I’m really rather proud!

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A Day of Knitting and Crocheting with Alpaca!


Photos from my visit to Peaceful Prairie Ranch an alpaca ranch in Prescott Valley, AZ.

I met Emily at Debra’s Christmas party at A Good Yarn and she invited me to tag along with the Prescott Knitters (Ravelry group) on Sunday to visit the alpaca farm. As I mentioned to folks along the way during my visit that I had new plans to visit an alpaca farm Sunday, I received a lot of incredulous replies along the line of: “There’s an alpaca farm in Prescott?! I didn’t know that!” Well, so I made a point of spreading the news. 😀

The Prescott Knitters Ravelry group was real friendly and an all round awesome group of folks. If you’re in the area, you can drop by and join their knit-ins (whether you knit or not) confident that you will have a great time! Trust me, whenever we go back, I’ll be checking to see what the Prescott Knitters are up to and working it into my schedule! Big hugs and thanks to Emily, Capi and the others who made sure I felt welcome. More about Capi and the gorgeous crochet hook she gave me later.

Wendy, the awesome owner of Peaceful Prairie ranch, carries roving for felting as well as spinning, as well as a lovely variety of spun fibers for knitting, crochet and whatever other crafts you might need yarn for. I’ve ordered what turned out to be bad baby alpaca before, which has left me shy to order any online ever again. In fact I still have a whole box of lace weight “baby” alpaca that feels like super thick rug yarn, and not at all something you’d want against your skin. I haven’t yet decided what to do with it, though I imagine I’ll get creative and come up with something.

But let me tell you, Peaceful Prairie’s alpaca products are top notch and after being able to listen to Wendy talk about her passion, see and feel the fibers, even in various stages, not to mention experience her top notch customer service, I’m convinced whole-heartedly in ordering from her online anytime! Her husband Dave was also cordial and helped make us all feel at home even while Wendy was busy.

Wendy also helped me purchase a gorgeous green baby alpaca with my credit card since I was there for a trip and not local. A little awkward since it needed to be done through Paypal, but she made it work so I could shop and I really wanted that green baby alpaca hank. It’s soooo super soft! I’ve included a photo of it here too. Whatever I make with it, I expect to be mine this time. I haven’t settled on what just yet. Leaning toward a cowl though. I’m really grateful and my experience with these lovely people only added to the pile of amazing things that became a part of my trip to Prescott.

Thanks y’all, from the bottom of my heart. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Enjoying a Crafty Party at A Good Yarn


Debra’s hosting a Christmas party at her store, A Good Yarn, in Prescott, AZ. We’re all enjoying knitting and crocheting together.

Here’s a photo of what I’m working on at the moment and you can see more photos of the shop and group below.
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Debra has a new partner this year who carries weaving fibers and supplies. Carma runs the weaving portion. Her prices are awesome and the quality is fantastic. I’ve purchased some wonderful fibers from her by the ounce.

I just have to say that between my two trips to Prescott, AZ, my visits to A Good Yarn are among my favorites amongst the yarn stores that I have visited in my travels. Not only is everyone friendly, and I mean customers, staff and all, but she has an incredibly nice selection in my opinion of less than common fibers. And high quality fibers. And more fibers per foot of store space that I want to work with than most places I’ve walked into. And I love that she carries uncommon buttons too!

I have also overheard her on the phone with customers for private orders and such and just have to say, her and her partners’ customer service is just awesome. She’s really helpful, professional in all her dealings, obviously goes the extra mile and yet, her “knit pit” has the feel of visiting the comfort of someone’s home. There’s no fireplace, but I easily imagined one nearby while sitting on her couch and working along with everyone else. Cozy indeed!

If you’re in the area, definitely stop in and see Debra at A Good Yarn. Tell her you read about her on my blog and extend a healthy howdy from me.

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A Good Yarn in Prescott, AZ

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Blocking on the Go


Here’s what I came up with to block a couple of scarves overnight that I made on the road and am taking to AZ for gifts. We’ll see how they turn out.
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Beaded Flapper Purse in Silk


My current project. I’m still deciding how I want to do the closure. I thought about using a goldenrod yellow satin made in India for the lining.

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However after looking at it, I’m thinking a matching blue satin would be better. I’m also shopping around for a purse clasp in gold tones, though I’m also considering Czech glass buttons for closure.

This is a 70% silk/30% nylon yarn called Contrasto (made in Italy) that I’ve been trying to figure out what to do with. It’s a yarn that is actually a knit tube in design.

Yarn descriptions have described this yarn as woven, but it is truly a knit tube.

The yarn is soft enough, but the structure of the yarn does not lend to the textures I usually work with. AND, though soft-ish on the ball, once worked up into stitches, this yarn becomes not only much less soft, but stiff. It is a durable silk, not a fluffy soft silk. I’m thinking more along the lines of the kind of silk structure that was used as armor, personally.

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Additionally, it’s a (darker) dessert tan color, which in this kind of yarn texture does not blend well with very many things.

ANYWAY…. I also had 5 yards of this $7/yd beading. Which I also knew I wanted to do something with, but wasn’t sure what. As I was contemplating colors, suddenly this vision came to mind and I’m loving the outcome. The beaded fringe is playful like a flapper dress! And the silk makes for a very strong bag.

I’m not sure how I want to do the closure yet. I’m not a fan of zippers that show. But I don’t have a vision of another other closure that would work better and look nice with this dressy combo.

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Though I am at this point considering a simple button closure if I can find perhaps a glass button to match the light blue cat’s eye beading.

 

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Anyway, material costs are already $50. I expect my material cost to increase at least another $45-50 by the completion. Definitely a luxury piece for its size!

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My latest hand carved crochet hooks


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These are the latest of crochet hook designs I’m experimenting with. If you have not taken a class from Jimbo, I highly recommend it. He really helped remove apprehension and helped me take my very intent views on hook shape to the next level. Not to mention repair split hooks I haven’t been able to use in years.

In these examples, you can see the difference in throat lengths, point of the tips, length of the lips, etc. I made one with a flattened edge for picking up stitches as well.

Also, one of the hooks is carved from a Pei-Wei chop stick. This kind of chop stick is unique because instead of being round in diameter, they are oval. I have a theory that this flattened style may be comfortable to both saber hold as well as pencil or chop stick hold crocheters.

And side note, yes chop stick and pencil hold are different. Chop stick hold is loose and just like using a chopstick, control is gained via almost a floating partial rotation on the pads of the three middle fingers. Pencil hold is a clamp style hold and does not allow the hook to float in the fingers.

Anyway, comments on the shapes welcome!

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Hat Embellishments From Crochet and Vintage Elements


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Here are some hat pins I made at the show today.  One is made from a vintage button, the other from a scarf pin from West Germany.

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Aberrant Austin – EtsyAustin WunderKammer


Team EtsyAustin Cabinet of Curiosities

It is officially October – Ren Faires, Day of the Dead and the excitement of Halloween is in the air! I thought it’d be fun to search the depths of Etsy Austin and see what interesting items we could find to add to or dress up your fantasy plans this month! Stay tuned for another edition next week!

Click the photos to read more about or purchase each item.

Black Skully Crayon Roll - by BabyBolt

Cotton Crochet Monkey Hat - by LittleSidekick

Spider Web Parasol - by PixieWorx

French Lady Purple Mask - by Pilgramage

Spooky Skeleton Notebook - by CrabAppleDesign

Leaf and Pearl Hair Vine - by MerrittGade

Gothic Chainmail Necklace - by AstraeaDesigns

The Littlest Pumpkin Patch Needle Felted Pumpkins - by Gypsyharte

Printed Skull Flat Card Set - by ShopInviting

Candy Cane Horns - by knighttimecreations

Upcycled Crayon Scullies - by lpfdesigns

Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Earrings - by PolishedTwo

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V-Neck Variation of the Modified Railroad Choker…


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Here’s the V-Neck variation of my Modified Railroad Choker, displayed with a variety of Gothic style pendants to show its versatility.

The blue combination was put together as a birthday present for one of my daughter’s junior-high friends.  The red one is likely to end up with my steam punk costume come Halloween!  The silver one is for the Halloween store!

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Haunted House Spider Web PDF Pattern – Aberrant Crochet Exclusive


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Spider web can be used as a costume accessory

Many people have asked about a pattern for my spider webs. Though the spider webs you see in my shop are all OOAK and each unique, I have written a more simplified pattern for purchase.  It is a 9 radial spider web that can be easily customized to the size you need, up to approximately 6 feet in diameter.  This is not the same pattern as my giant 15-foot Metamorphosis Spider Web which I’m still working on the technical writing for.  But I think for many the smaller size will do.

You can purchase this pattern on Etsy and Ravelry!

Halloween Spider Web – A Variable Pattern from Aberrant Crochet is now also listed on http://AberrantCrochet.etsy.com and on Ravelry.

This detailed 5-page pattern offers a variable-sized crochet spider web for display or costume wear. It includes a glossary of terms, color photos, display guidelines, and instructions for sizing up to an estimated 6 feet in diameter. Gauge is not particularly important to the construction of this pattern, but it will affect the end size.

Stitches are overall fairly straightforward.

Nine Radial Spider Web with Support Wedges

However, this pattern requires a lot of counting, basic lace concepts, and prior knowledge of extended crochet stitches beyond double crochet.

As such, this pattern ranks as intermediate crochet according to pattern standards guidelines and is written in American English terms. You will find a glossary of abbreviated terms used in this pattern on the last page.

Hook size: 10 (J) or 6 mm
Yardage: 300 – 600 yards
Sizes available: variable up to about 6 feet depending on your tension

Designer’s Notes: Though this pattern officially ranks at an intermediate level according to yarn standards, I do believe that it is straightforward and repetitive enough for an adventurous beginner to make. If you are still learning stitch and tension control, then this pattern may be difficult for you. I recommend very even and loose stitches for this pattern and a highly structured worsted weight acrylic yarn. However, this pattern does work with sparkly and novelty yarns for an eclectic look under a black light or “in the shadows.’

PLEASE NOTE: These spider webs are designed for decor and when worn, with teens and adults in mind. Spider webs are NOT toys. And a spider web should never be hung or left where a small child might get tangled in it or where it could pose risk or present a hanging hazard.

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All Content Copyright © 2008-2012 by Julia Meek Chambers, Aberrant Crochet, and Pixie Worx, all rights reserved.

You may sell finished products created from my pattern as long as they are not mass-produced and are hand-made by you individually. Any items for sale must state in the item description that they are based on my pattern and include a link to my website.  Any items you sell based on my patterns must also feature your own photographs.  You may not use my images to help sell your finished items.  If you have a charity project in mind which would require multiple volunteers, please contact me. 

Purchase of this pattern grants you permission to make and sell items created from it, but not to republish, share or resell the pattern itself. A lot of time, cost, and technical expertise go into my designs, as well as over 35 years of intensive study and application. Tech editors, etc.  So my patterns may NOT be reproduced or distributed — mechanically, electronically, or by any other means, including photocopying, without written permission. Please do not hurt my ability to feed my family and pay for medical bills. Thanks!

Other licensing inquiries: worx@pixieworx.net

Spider web can be used as a costume accessory

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The Best Potholders Ever…


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Complimentary colors for my sister in law

Lately I’ve had a hankering for simpler projects than I usually have my hands in. And after some recent stress and discouragement I found myself looking back for sources of comfort, to one of the very first “real” projects I ever learned to crochet some 30+ years ago – my Grandmother’s pattern for potholders.

Grandma’s double layer potholders have, to this day, been the absolute best potholders I’ve ever had. (And I’ve bought a lot of pot holders and hot pads too.) She made me a pair some 20 years ago that became my everyday potholders in motherhood. They’ve never burned me. They’ve never torn nor have they fallen apart from singeing and heat. Neither have any of the ones I’ve made in child or adulthood before or since. (Can you tell I cook – a LOT?) They wash and dry so well and overall, they still look pretty good! And not only that, but I prefer them equally to cork for use as hot pads too, when I need to set something on the counter or table.

They’ve done an excellent job of protecting my furniture from heat damage.

Various sizes, even for my little tea pot

The potholders you see pictured here are the new ones I made last week. I made several in different sizes, even some small enough for my little tea pot. And a complimentary pair for my sister-in-law who dug through my bag ‘o yarn and picked out the fibers. I really like how the textures play out.

It was comforting to “sit with Grandma” again. I’ve updated the look a bit, but in my heart it’s still Grandma’s pattern.

Miss you…

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Meet the Goblins…


I started making a fun series of completely One-Of-A-Kind crochet “Goblin Hats.” And since I love to create with words as well as my hands, I started writing down the little stories that came to mind as I explored the personalities of each little “Goblin” in the making. So here are a few of them – see what you think!


The Bubblegum Goblin

The Bubble Gum Goblin is a joyful little beast whose diet consists of jawbreakers, lollipops and of course bubble gum marbles. It can be seen on occasion eating flowers for their rich colorful flavors. A creature of pure giggles and sunshine, it can’t help but infect its host and passerby’s with smiles on end.

The Cotton Candy Goblin

The Cotton Candy Goblin is a silly little beastie born under an Aquarius moon. Fearless, and addicted to enthusiasm (and arguably a sugar rush or two for good measure), you just never know what this surprising little goblin will do with a caramel café mocha and a double shot of espresso.

The Christmas Goblin loves the winter holidays, what with the long nights and colorful lights. Adorned in crimson and multicolor fashion, it can be found living up the night life while sipping hot peppermint cocoa and shopping for poinsettias. A beastie of distinguished taste, the Christmas Goblin is both stylish and fun. (Unfortunately, this one sold before I could get a photo of it first.)

The Spring Goblin

The Spring Goblin is a sing-songy little beast, hiding out in the tulips and lounging in the daffodils. Gentle and caring, this creature loves gardens

The Cinnamon Goblin - Sold

and all the delights that come with them. Sun-shiny and fun, this goblin can be found tending new growth, and frog-hopping with faeries.

The Cinnamon Goblin is a spicy little beastie, born under a Scorpio moon. Sly and chic, adorned in crimson and indigo, it is a creature of the Twilight. Hiding a cunning intellect under its quirky sense of humor, it can be found sipping martinis and dancing the Salsa, all the while planning world domination. (Now sold.)


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20% Off Sale Extended for Today Until Midnight…


I didn’t realize some of you did not receive my newsletter. So 20% off everything is extended through today until midnight only. Discount will be refunded via Paypal after payment is received. Use “wordpress” in the “notes to the seller” to get the discount. You are free to share this special with friends and your mailing lists, but they have to let me know somehow that their WordPress friends told them about the sale to get it.
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Happy Mother’s Day coming up!

New items…….

Lime Sherbert Wrap

Gothic Turquoise Choker

Spider Web Umbrella - 9 radials

Cicada - Soft Scarf - On Clearance

Bubblegum Clouds - Soft Scarf - On Clearance

Strawberry Cheesecake Scarf - On Clearance

Un-named Lilac Teddy Bear Hat

Un-Named Lilac Teddy Bear Hat

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Red Hot CROCHET Night April 28th: 5-11pm CT – Etsy Sale 20% off tonight!


Etsy Sale from EtsyHookers Crochet Team! 20% off anything in my shop, 5-11pm tonight! http://www.etsy.com/shop/PixieWorx

Red Czech glass 6-Pointed Star Flower Choker - Comfortable Fine Crocheted Jewelry - Exclusive Aberrant Crochet Original Design

I am participating in Red Hot Hooker Night (meaning CROCHET y’all) on Etsy tonight – Wednesday April 28th from 5-11 pm CT.

Flaming Crochet Hook Bag for CLF Book

Gothic Turquoise Crochet Necklace

There will be a lot of sales in the RHHN category and I’m personally offering 20% off anything in my Etsy shop from 5-11pm only.

Not a Joiner - Outrageous Ski Hat

I just picked up the last of my designs from consignment and want to make room for new designs coming out this year.Toddler Bear Hat with Pink Bow

I’ll be working on loading more into my shop today in preparation for the sale. Working on the photos now. Most of my work are OOAKs, so if you like something get it while you can.

Spring Goblin

The official RHHN announcement doesn’t go out until tonight, but figured I’d share with my friends in advance so you can plan.

Modified Railroad Choker with Sun Motif - Czech Glass

"Sun Cherries" Squiggle Hat

Help me ring in the new and let your friends know?

Max the Goblin

The Bubblegum Goblin

Spirit Jumpers get discounts for their Spirit Jumps.

"Vail" Ski Hat with a Squiggle

Contact me directly if you are interested in something for a Spirit Jump.

Again, the sale doesn’t begin until tonight: 5 – 11pm CT!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PixieWorx

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