The brown and beige afghan is finally finished. I didn't have any particular size in mind when I started this. My aim was to use up yarn that was sitting in the craft closet. It turned out to be about 122 cm. by 162 cm. For those of you that are not bilingual in the measurement field that is about 48 x 64 inches. It will be perfect for tucking around legs on those chilly evening in the gazebo. We aren't getting any of those right now as we are having very high temperatures with humidex factors well up into the 30 degree Celsius or over 90F.
A pink and white baby sweater that has been been finished for awhile finally had the buttons sewn onto it. It's made with Bernat baby yarn using an old British pattern I had when our girls were babies. I'm knitting this one to donate to the Auxiliary at the hospital. They run a gift store at the local hospital and money raised goes to helping the hospital. I did knit the same pattern when our granddaughter was born.
I've also been working on some repair work on an embroidered table cloth that my mother made many years ago. Over the years the original embroidery thread had worn away in many places. So I carefully unpicked what was left and restitched it.
Here is one section with the leaves repaired. I'll show a full photo of it at another time when I do another tea time post.
I hope you have time to relax and enjoy the garden today.
I like the warm browns in the afghan you made. That pattern is pretty popular. The baby sweater is sweet. I love knitted baby things and think it's a shame today's mum's don't wear them on their babies as much as we did in the past. It's been very hot and humid here too but today the humidity seems to be gone. Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteI love the ripple afghans too Pamela, I just changed it up a bit on this one and did some rows of sc and some of dc. I also worked in the back loops only and it gave a nice effect to both side. Yes it is a shame that knitted items aren't used as much any more.
ReplyDeleteOh I have a blankie just like that - it was made for me by my great-grandmother and I still use it! My son has one now from his great-grandmother too, we will keep it forever. I sure like your embroidery, I have never tried too myself but I do appreciate the hard work it must take!
ReplyDeleteLinda what a lovely spot to sit and enjoy the garden made all the better by the handmade afghan and pillow. How very special , the table cloth of your Mom's that you love so much to refurbish..really lovely.
ReplyDeleteYou busy thing. I feel like I need to get busy too. Love the completed projects.
ReplyDeleteI could have used this afghan last night as it was chilly here in the CA mountains! Love that tablecloth!
ReplyDeleteOh my you have been busy! Love the brown Afghan with that ripple effect...love it!! Gorgeous work, all of it. You sure do live up to your name ;)
ReplyDeleteEverything looks great.
ReplyDeleteSpent some time puttering with the potted plants this am.
Have a good one.
melinda
You are getting lots done! I love finishing projects too, it can be quite satifying.
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed seeing what you've been working on in your crafty moments.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to be repairing the tablecloth your mum made. Looking forward to seeing when you've finished.
I'm glad to hear you are enjoying your garden, your little relaxing area looks gorgeous.
Anne xx
I just love a cosy afghan; it's been ages since I've done one.
ReplyDeletexoxo
Love your projects, especially the tablecloth. I have an old one of Steve's mom's that needs repair.... I hadn't thought about it in years! I need to pull that out and work on it... in the garden. ;) We are having the same heat wave you are... honestly, I am ALMOST wishing for the cold wet spring weather! Note I said ALMOST!
ReplyDeleteHello Linda,
ReplyDeleteyou are quite busy with all those wonderful handcraft projects. They all turned out very beautifull.
Best greetings, Johanna
Hi Heather, home made afghans are the best. Glad to hear you treasure the ones your great grandmother made.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Rosemary. Yes, I love to sit out in the garden either reading or crafting.
I'll look forward to seeing your projects Becca.
It's still really hot her Alexis.
ReplyDeleteHi Julia, I certainly do like to craft all sorts of things.
Hi Melinda, pottering around with plants is a favourite thing for me to do do. Have fun.
Another good thing about finishing projects Elizabeth is that I can now plan some new ones to get started.
Hi Anne, On hot days the best place to be is in the shade enjoying the garden.
ReplyDeleteHI Diva, perhaps you'll be inspired to make a new afghan soon.
Hi Cathy, hope you get that cloth out and do some repairs. I hadn't done embroidery for ages but it was very relaxing to do.
Hi Johanna, thanks for stopping by.
"Idle hands are the devil's workshop" don't ya know! You are being very angelic getting so many things done. And the baby sweater is adorable!
ReplyDeleteYour Mom's tablecloth looks wonderful! I'm so glad you are fixing it up instead of tossing it out, as some would do.
ReplyDeleteThis is just the inspiration I need to pick up my knitting needles. I have an unfinished baby sweater in the works, but it has been sitting in the basket. Maybe the trick is to work on it in the garden. I love the embroidery; I never tried to do it but think it is so lovely!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that you know how to embroider and knit...things I was never taught. My mother /grandmother did not pass on these skills and I wish I knew. I am going to have to try teaching myself or find a class. Lovely projects :)
ReplyDeleteWow i like that afghan too,lovely, is that by crochet? I crocheted also when younger, but not anymore. If i will do that it will take a long time. I read your comment about the strawberry jars planted to annuals, and you said yours house chicks and chicken. Maybe that looks cute. will you post it too?
ReplyDeleteI love the feeling to you get when UFO's are finished. Brown and cream are a beautiful combination for the afghan.
ReplyDeleteAndrea, you can see my strawberry pot planted with hens & chicks here
ReplyDeleteOh I'm jealous of your afghan, mine's been sitting half-finished for about 2 years now...!
ReplyDeletenow i see, i didn't make the connection between this post and the other.
ReplyDeletei am following you as well, because you are in my blogroll for a while ... :))