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BTW! This is my version of the Baby Santa Hat in one of my previous posts. I will make sure that I post up the pattern in the Fall just in time for Christmas!

:)

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Christmas has passed! Here's what I made.

I have a Love Hate relationship with making Christmas Gifts.

Over the years I have spent weeks trying to figure out the perfect Christmas present for my loved ones. I have had some years where I was right on, and then there were some years where I spent too much money on something that they didn't even appreciate. So as of about 4 years ago I have hand made some of the gifts. From that point until now my talent for all things handmade has really grown. I think 4 years ago after the birth of my daughter, strapped for cash, I glued flowers and other various things to the bottom and sides of votives... I made some wreaths too... anything you could put together with a glue gun and supplies from the Dollar Store. Last Year almost everyone received something knitted... and this year was jewelry!

I love my little Sister for teaching me the basics... You have created a monster!

This is a Peyote Stitch with 11/0 Seed Beads formed longways and then 'zipped' in certain areas with a string of Rock Beads through it.

I  modified and idea on Pinterest. There is a link to a tutorial in a different language but I felt like I could pretty much figure it out on my own. But personally I don't know if I ever want to make another one. I do love how it came out.

The one in my pin on Pinterest was assembled then strung with pearls but I could not find any round ones of good quality. You can click on the pin and it will take you to my Pinterest Beading page.

I just love the zipper look and the round rock beads feel really cool.

Try it on your own and let me know how it comes out.
Google Translate does a good job of Translating the tutorial page so go check it out.

Thanks for reading,
~Michelladonna

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Sorry I have not been posting... I was so excited about my posting schedule. My computer has been freaking out. It will not upload pictures anywhere. :( I will start posting again soon.

Venelia Scarf Pattern

Pattern of the Week

"The pattern stitch in this scarf reminds me of rippling water. Venelia was the Roman Goddess of the ocean shallows. She was also the wife of Neptune."
 - Rilana Riley- Munson

This is a beautiful pattern by Rilana Riley- Munson. It was downloaded from Knit Picks website.

Notes

4 skeins of Knit Picks Swish Worsted makes the

specified length scarf mentioned in the finished size, with not much left over. If you plan for a longer scarf, purchase an extra skein. Also, Gauge is not critical since this is a scarf. The fringe is optional. The scarf looks lovely without it too.

Abbreviations Used:

K = Knit, P = Purl

Directions:

CO 44 sts.

Repeat pattern stitch rows 1-6 until 60 inches or until desired length.

BO all sts in P2, K5 ribbing.

Finishing:

Sew in all yarn ends and add fringe to the ends of the scarf, if desired.

Pattern Stitch

Row 1: *P2, K5; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, P2.

Row 2: *K3, P4; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, K2.

Row 3: *P2, K3, P1, K1; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, P2.

Row 4: *K2, P2, K1, P2; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, K2.

 

Row 5: *P2, K1, P1, K3; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, P2.

Row 6: K2, *P4, K3; repeat from * to end.

-Repeat rows 1-6 for pattern stitch

Finished Size:

Level: Intermediate

Yarn: Knit Picks
Swish Worsted (100% Superwash Merino
Wool; 110 yds/50 g): Marine Heather 24094, 4 skeins

Gauge:

20 sts = 4” in Stockinette St on US # 8 needles

Needles:

US 8 (5 mm) straight needles

Ric Rac Rose Tutorial Review

Rac Rac Rose Tutorial Review

Super Easy and it looks beautiful!

I have been looking, for a long time, for something to do with my Ric Rac Ribbon!
Eureka, I have found it!

This picture came across my Pinterest Wall of the cutest Ric Rac Rose Ring. (Mouthful)

I followed the link ad it let me to the coolest tutorial. I had tried to make roses out of the Ric Rac before but I never thought to layer the two together. Check it out at
http://www.theribbonretreat.com/blog/ric-rac-rose.html

As soon as I am done with my Rose I will show you guys! I am still thinking about a big one and a little one on a knitted headband. Hmmmm... We will see!

Thanks for reading,
~Michelladonna

Remember:
* I love to see what you are working on, leave me a picture on my Facebook, Google + or Email. I would love to incorporate some of your work into my blog!
* Businesses, big or small, I would love to write a review of your product or give you a shout out. Just write me. :)
*I always appreciate suggestions for posts. Whether it is just a good idea or you have a question about something, I could always use your help.

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