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Aren't pineapples great - I really must crochet some more!

Commented 7 days ago on Crochet: Autumn Celebrations at Sewing Daisies

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Lets! I think they might go for it. xh

Commented 7 days ago on Kaffe Fusion Blanket Completed!... at Sewing Daisies

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Break Time! Book editing to do...

...if it gets a little quiet around here in the next few weeks, it's not because I have run off with the milkman. I am simply helping the husband edit his first book "The Smartphone Medic Using smartphones in ski... Continue reading

Posted 7 days ago at Sewing Daisies

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Crochet: Granny Square Shrug

Crochet Granny Square Shrug is a little something I made for my winter wardrobe. The pattern is from Panda (Yarns) Crochet Modern Vintage book (228) It's a gorgeous book. I have already made Granny Square Blanket (small) and I am... Continue reading

Posted May 7, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Ikea Kool: Tallort Blanket Scarf

Ikea Kool: Tallort Blanket Scarf is a little trial run. I got my mitts on a little Japanese crochet book the other day, that uses fabric strips (rather than yarn) to make hats, scarves and bags. Very cute! The scarf... Continue reading

Posted Apr 30, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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I think you might be right Fiona, the diamond/tree scarf would definitely be the sensible option. I would love to try circular needles, but I need to get to grips with the basics first. xh

Commented Apr 28, 2013 on Knitting: Candy Striped Scarf at Sewing Daisies

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Knitting: Candy Striped Scarf

Knitted: Candy Striped Scarf I did it! I have knitted my first COMPLETE scarf. The little beginners workshop at Morris & Sons and the time spent learning knitting charts from my Japanese Knitting book actually paid off. I still feel... Continue reading

Posted Apr 23, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Good to know Adrienne.

Commented Apr 19, 2013 on Knitting: The way of Japanese Knitting at Sewing Daisies

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Thank you Amy, that is one of the best compliments I have had since I decided to mess about with 'crafts' and blogs. I have just been top check out Super+Super (supersuperhq.com), you have some brilliant classes coming up. Fancy relocating to Sydney? xh

Commented Apr 18, 2013 on 3M: Rubber Bands & Oil Easter Eggs at Sewing Daisies

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You definitely give Japanese Knitting books a whirl. I am sure 'English' charts are just as beautiful, but as a Japanese craft book fan I prefer their books. Learning from them takes a little effort & courage, but I am sure we can both do it. xh

Commented Apr 18, 2013 on Knitting: The way of Japanese Knitting at Sewing Daisies

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Aren't they the best! We have one big Kinokuniya in Sydney. They have huge Japanese & Chinese craft section which is fantastic. xh

Commented Apr 18, 2013 on Knitting: The way of Japanese Knitting at Sewing Daisies

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Knitting: The way of Japanese Knitting

The way of Japanese Knitting! Last week I realised that it was probably about time I stopped 'winging' it with my crochet projects. I have been lucky so far with my yarn choices, but there comes a point in a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 16, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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I have listed the colours including the colour codes & lot numbers for the Rico Creative Cotton (Aran), that I used for my cushion. Purple colour code 11 / lot 405 Pink 1 13/404 Pink 2 73/402 Orange 1 76/404 Orange 2 74/404 Blue 1 36/404 used for the grid pattern Blue 2 32/ ? Blue 3 37/? Used to join the crochet work onto the fabric back cover. Yellow 63/405 Green 1 41/404 Green 2 44/402

Commented Apr 16, 2013 on Crochet: Aloha Wave Cushion at Sewing Daisies

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You are right Jayne, I did add extra row that I forgot to mention (doh!). After the single crochet row you add a single row of *sc, 3CH, sc* all around the blanket. Enjoy!

Commented Apr 16, 2013 on Crochet: Babouska Rose Blanket at Sewing Daisies

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Thanks Sandy, I still think it's time to 'wing' it a little less. I have been crocheting for 4 years now, it's about time I new a little more about yarns :-)

Commented Apr 13, 2013 on Crochet: Yellow Brick Blanket at Sewing Daisies

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Crochet: Yellow Brick Blanket

Crochet: Yellow Brick Blanket is another little lap or baby blanket that is super easy to make. This little beauty is from my new Japanese book crochet book (isbn 9784864731262) & is made up of Filet (grid) squares beautifully chained... Continue reading

Posted Apr 9, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Hi Nancy, thank you stopping by Sewing Daisies, it's great to hear from you. I got my Rico Creative Cotton (aran) from www.crafty-yarn.co.uk (I love Rico) The other yarns I usually get from local suppliers in Sydney. xh

Commented Apr 2, 2013 on Crochet: Flower Bowl... at Sewing Daisies

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Sneaky Peek: Yellow (Brick Blanket)

Posted Apr 2, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Happy Easter!

Posted Mar 28, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Mmmm Cadbury Creme eggs... I am growing to love my solar system. The dinosaur eggs may take a little longer. xh

Commented Mar 28, 2013 on 3M: Rubber Bands & Oil Easter Eggs at Sewing Daisies

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3M: Rubber Bands & Oil Easter Eggs

3M: Rubber Bands & Oil Easter Eggs As a fully paid member of 'it's never too late to try' club. I have finally dyed my own Easter eggs. Using Martha Stewarts Egg Dyeing 101 app ($1.99) with it's 20 tutorials... Continue reading

Posted Mar 26, 2013 at Sewing Daisies

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Get out of here, you would be able to knock this out in an afternoon :-)

Commented Mar 26, 2013 on Interweave: Rapunzel Scarf at Sewing Daisies

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