I have been using the gorgeous Newfoundland yarn that Monika sent me to knit up this little scarf. I paired it with a broach I made from a fossil bead I bought on etsy. It's the perfect accompaniment to the pouring rain that has been soaking Edinburgh for days. A little warm snuggly scarf guards against the cold and makes even the torrential rain seem fun!
I have also started this alpaca scarf. I love the fan pattern, its a bit lighter than the traditional fan and in this lace weigh alpaca is very soft and flowy. It is inspired by Moonstitches' Rhubarb scarf
In the spirit of the great blog show and tell, I thought I would share some of mine. I really enjoy reading everyones' and have added so many to my google reader that I'm struggling to get through them each day!
So here they are... Just a small selection (I love so many!) I have tried to give a wide variety not just my crochet crushes...
Kinoko : This young lady is making simply stunning things. What an eye! I think her Charlotte is just about the most ethereal thing ever crocheted. She has also introduced me to all sorts of new baking!
Moonstitches : I am in awe of this blog. Everything about it is just so beautiful. Her color combinations are just astounding, and the whole blog has the most glorious look and feel.
Queer Joe's Knitting Blog : This blog always makes me laugh! What amazing projects. I am not a knitter, but every post makes me want to learn!
Q.D Patooties: Just about the cutest bears known to man, and now crocheted sock monkeys! Who could want more.
Soto Softies : I am a bonfide fan of Maritza's work. It is just sheer joy. I have also been enjoying her new blog Inside the Softie Machine that gives an insight into the world behind the amazing softies.
Owlishly: I am also a long time Owly fan. Her new softie Lana is just adorable. A little girl dressed as a sheep. How astoundingly cute is that.
Figs with Bri: Every post from Bri just makes me drool. I wish I could have her eating experiences or one day try her food a single time. Even her photographs are good enough to eat.
Living the Simple Life I Want: I have a dream to live the simple life, and I am learning how to save and spend less from this blog. It really is an inspiration. As is Irish Sally Garden; although sometimes it makes me hurt, I just want that life so badly.
Lucky Beans: This blog reminds me of my childhood. I grew up in Africa, amongst other places, and with every post I can even smell it when I read. It's amazingly evocative for me.
Craftybits: June's blog was the first I started to read. It has a wealth of knowledge on it, and is great for the beginner crocheter.
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As some of you may know... I have a new job and will soon move to a new city - though Glasgow isn't really that far away. I am going to really miss my old job and my colleagues, but I have this amazing photo to remember them all by. It was taken many years ago and no one can remember by who or where, but it is of a baby lobster just before it is released from a hatchery. How cute is that! Can crustaceans be cute? I think so. I guess it is a bit like me! Heading into the unknown.
How exciting! A new job and a new city... The intrepid Twinks will still be your doggie Guardian angel, yes? Would be cool to hear a Twinks story from time to time or see an adult "Twinks" made up. (Loved the Pom puppy one.) Bonne chance!
Posted by: mannas7mom | January 30, 2008 at 02:59 AM
Hello, thank you for linking to my little blog.
I love your banner, brilliant.
Best of luck with your new job ventures.
x
Posted by: Rebecca (felting and living sustainably in rural Ireland) | January 30, 2008 at 09:14 AM
Thank you for the list of blogs. I have added many of them to my list to read. There were a few that I had seen before and wondered why they weren't already on the list. And that lobster is cute, it makes me want to crochet one.
Good luck with your new job.
Posted by: Nadine B | January 30, 2008 at 02:36 PM
The broach looks great on the scarf. The colors cmpliment each other nicely. It looks so warm and inviting to wear. Thank you for the blob list. I will open them and take a look.
Posted by: monika | January 30, 2008 at 03:04 PM
I've been navigating the links you suggested. There are some seriously amazing people out there. And your craftiness keeps wowing me. Good luck with your new job!
Posted by: Helena | January 30, 2008 at 06:35 PM
Good luck with the move - how exciting for you!
Posted by: planetjune | January 30, 2008 at 07:39 PM
Wow, Brie! Good luck with the move and new job. I am potentially on the cusp of a similar situation, so I can imagine the excitement and anxiety you might be feeling. I hope it's a success in all aspects!
Thanks for the great list of blogs, and for including me. I can tell by the fabulously creative bloggers you chose, I am in very good company. Thanks again!
Posted by: Bri | January 30, 2008 at 08:16 PM
Wow, Brie! Good luck with the move and new job. I am potentially on the cusp of a similar situation, so I can imagine the excitement and anxiety you might be feeling. I hope it's a success in all aspects!
Thanks for the great list of blogs, and for including me. I can tell by the fabulously creative bloggers you chose, I am in very good company. Thanks again!
Posted by: Bri | January 30, 2008 at 08:17 PM
Shucks, you're making me blush! Thank you so much, I am very much in love with your crocheted creatures too and it astounds me how well you write free patterns for such complicated little things (I'm absolutely hopeless at remembering these things, I really should write down what I do because I always have trouble duplicating arms and legs!)
Posted by: Beccy (Kinoko) | January 31, 2008 at 01:55 AM
Awwww, so sweet about the baby lobster. Good luck with the move and the new job! I hope everything goes fabulously.
And thanks for including me in your list. I adore your blog and all of your inventive and beautifully crafted creations.
Posted by: Maritza | January 31, 2008 at 04:58 PM
Thank you so much for your dear words about my blog.
I love the fan pattern of your scarf, and the green! Oh, and the broach is indeed the perfect closure for your scarf, very inspiring. I have a few large vintage buttons here, guess they would be nice as a broach, too!
Greetings from Japan!
Posted by: Alex | February 02, 2008 at 05:00 AM
Aw, thanks for mentioning me and my first crocheted item!!! I hope to do some more because this one was really fun.
Love your Blog! Besides being a talented person, you've created a beautiful, cozy place to visit. Thanks!
Posted by: Lisa | February 02, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Good luck with your move! Hope you still have time to keep up with your crocheting!!
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