How to Marbleize Paper and Cards - Martha Stewart Crafts - StumbleUpon Immediately after removing the paper, place it in a pan, and pour water over it. Hang paper to dry, marbleized side up. Do not touch the paper until it is dry (typically within 2 hours, depending on humidity levels). Decide whether to keep or discard your solution (it can be used several times).
Goblin HatRhythm of the Home A slouchy hat, inspired by one of our favorite fairy tale creatures. Size Preschool, Child, Teen, Adult To Fit Head Circumference Gauge With Size 8 needle (or size needle needed to obtain gauge): 18 stitches = 4 inches 24 rows = 4 inches Materials 2 skeins of Cascade 220 one for each color Size 6 US (4mm) 16” circular needle Size 8 US (5mm) 16” circular needle Size 8 US (5mm) double pointed needles *or needles sizes needed to obtain gauge Stitch marker Tapestry needle Sewing thread 1” button Abbreviations k = knit p = purl K2tog = knit two stitches together CO = cast on sts = stitches BO = bind off stitches PM = place marker Instructions With Color A and smaller circular needle, CO 80, 84, 88, 92 sts PM and join, being careful not to twist K1, P1 around for 8 rounds, slipping marker each round With Color B and larger circular needle, K8 rounds With Color A, K8 rounds With Color B, K8 rounds Decreasing With Color A and double pointed needles, *K18 (19, 20, 21), K2tog. *K17 (18, 19, 20), K2tog. *K16 (17, 18, 19), K2tog.
Spud & Chloë — Blog Hi Spud & Chloë Friends, After an overwhelmingly positive response for the Oink preview and for adding wings….. here he is! This project is so fast to work up you will barely blink an eye and a pig will be flying around your house. I promise. Oink’s body has a Hi Bounce Pink Ball inside but it is optional. Here is some information you might like to know: Finished Measurements: 3 ½ inches tall by 2 ½ inches wide Yarn: Spud & Chloë Sweater (55% superwash wool, 45% organic cotton; 160 yards/100 grams), 1 hank each in Watermelon #7512, Popsicle #7501 and Igloo #7517 (optional for the wings only) Needles: US size 5 double pointed needles, set of 4 or size to obtain gauge Tools: Yarn needle Scissors Tape measure or ruler Polyester fiberfill (small amount) Hi-Bounce Pinky Ball (optional and available on Amazon.com) Black embroidery floss Stitch marker Gauge: 6 stitches per inch in stockinette stitch Pigs really do fly! Have fun and hopefully Oink will bring some smiles to you and those around you.
DIY Wrap Bracelet - Honestly WTF - StumbleUpon You should all know by now that we are all about stacking bracelets on our wrists. The more, the better. In fact . . . the most, the best! With that being said, we’ll show you how to master a version of the ever so popular wrap bracelet. You’ll need (for a double wrapped bracelet) :* Lengths will vary depending on the size of your wrist (see comments for suggestions). Fold the length of leather cording in half to form a loop. Place the ball chain along the leather cording with the end of the chain meeting the end of the wrap. Continue wrapping while checking it for fit around the wrist. When you have reached the end of the ball chain wrap the linen cording around the leather strands 2-3 more times. Thread the hex nut through the strands and tie a second knot. Trim with scissors and your wrap bracelet is finished!! The materials are listed for a double wrap bracelet. It’s a party! (tutorial adapted from Ornamentea; top image via Jak & Jil, rest of image by Honestly…WTF)
*happilicious*...... when you're so happy you can taste it......: I need a new hat...... despite spring being just around the corner it is still freezing here..... yes, the sun is shining and everything looks beautiful from inside my centrally heated house but the temps are still LOW..... so that means I need a new hat..... now I did crochet a beanie whilst I was at my sister's but I have to admit that I am rather taken with the slouch hat...... I really would like to have a go at making, and wearing, one even though my {wonderful} husband said words to the effect that they were hideous when I mentioned that fact to him..... never one to be deterred by his slightly negative response to my ideas I've been having a little mosey round ravelry and have come up with a few suggestions...... first off..... love the curled edge and simplicity of this one...... next up...... just realised how very similar the first two hats are, the second one though is in a super chunky yarn...... mmmmm, warm..... {and a quick knit I'm thinking}..... third in the starting line-up is....... but then I found the
Om Dishcloth Pattern (aka, why are all the patterns I write yoga related?) Ok, ladies and gents, the pattern you've all been waiting for (yeah right, but I have to fluff myself up a bit here :P )............................ Om Dishcloth!!!! Om Dishcloth by Talitha (www.talithascrazyknittingbag.blogspot.com) Materials:- One small ball of cotton yarn worsted weight. Directions: CO 41 stitches. Knit 5 rows. Bind off and weave in ends. The universe in me salutes the universe in you (my own loose translation). In other knitting news, I have finished my neck warmer out of half of that Alpaca Silk.
Shes Crafty: DIY Multi-Chain &Ribbon Necklace | M.I.S.S. Due to the resounding success of her last She’s Crafty, my friend Pandora from Accessory Source is back with another lovely necklace DIY tutorial that would make a fantastic christmas present for a friend or relative! She says: When it comes to jewelry, I favor big and bold pieces. And while I tend to wear mostly gold, lately I’ve become obsessed with mixing metals like silver and gunmetal (and throwing in some bling for good measure!). My multi-chain necklace has become a staple in my wardrobe because it incorporates it all. Here’s a quick 10 step tutorial on how to make your own bulky bauble. You will need the following tools: ScissorsRulerPliers (optional)Ribbon-1 yardTwo jump rings (the size of a nickel). Supplies I chose a mix of metals in various colors and sizes and a few strands with rhinestones. All of my materials were purchased at Toho Shoji. Cut your first strand of chain to 12 inches Step 1: Cut your first strand 12 inches long. Hang your chains from longest to shortest
Super Soft Merino Hats for Everyone! | Purl Soho I love the boisterous song that the colors of Super Soft Merino sing together, like the refrain that a group of merry hikers might belt out through a snow-covered forest! And what better way to have some fun with color than to knit up a whole gaggle of hats? Looking at them all together, I imagine a lollipop shop where all the surfaces are white and all the lollipops bob around with their candy bright heads! On Christmas morning, when all the wrapping paper is off these hats, I love that my whole family will be left with the same happy thoughts as I’m having now. Of course, an added bonus is that nothing’s faster to knit than a hat, and one that knits up at three stitches to the inch is, well, even faster! Update We used this same basic hat pattern, plus some simple duplicate stitch, to make our adorable Monogrammed Hats for Everyone. Materials Purl Soho’s Super Soft Merino, 100% merino wool, 87 yards per skein. Gauge 3 stitches = 1 inch in stockinette stitch Finished Sizes Note Round 2: Knit.
PIxie Dust Lap Blanket This is a where-did-you-get-this?! kind of blanket. Big, loopy stitches; hand dyed, extraordinary color; and smatterings of sparkly "pixie dust" all conspire to make this no ordinary blanket. The yarn comes from the incredibly creative yarn company, Knit Collage. You won't be the only one who thinks your new blanket is awfully cuddily. I can't think of an easier way to makeover a room than to whip up this show stopper. The Materials 7 skeins of Knit Collage's Pixie Dust, a blend of Wool, Mohair and Pixie Sparkles. Other Ideas! We also knit up the Pixie Dust Lap Blanket in a cool white "Snowflake" version. Or try doubling up Knit Collage's Sister. The Pattern Gauge 1 stitch = approximately 1 inch in 1 x 1 rib Finished Size Approximately 26 inches wide by 56 inches long Begin Cast on 27 stitches. Row 1: *K1, p1, repeat from * to last stitch, k1. Row 2: *P1, k1, repeat from * to last stitch, p1. Bind off in pattern and weave in the ends.
Made By Lex & Blog Archive & Anthropologie Pratia Tank Top Tutorial - StumbleUpon February 6, 2010 1:59 pm Per popular demand, here is the Pratia tank tutorial! Start off with a t-shirt or tank top. Measure your neckline and get a piece of chiffon that length and fold it in half. Pin it to the inside of your neckline with it peeking out. Since I cut the sleeves off my T, I wanted to finish the edges. Stitch it. I highly recommend interfacing where you are going to be adding the embellishments, otherwise it’s going to sag. For the flower pieces, here is the shape and dimensions I used. Fold your pieces in half and cut that petal shape out. I used the extra sleeve pieces, cream chiffon(the kind that won’t fray) and another grey jersey I had. How many do you need? Lay two petals on top of one another, as shown. I did a small ‘X’ shape to stitch them so they stay in place. Just add more, and more, and more, and more………(It’s time consuming. I really liked the bottom gathered feature of this top. Measure how much elastic you will need to be comfortable around your waist.
Free Knitting Pattern: Hat For Soldiers/Troops deployed to cold climates An easy-to-knit hat suitable for troops deployed to cold climates. Knitted Measurements To fit women's size with men's size in parenthesis. Materials 2 x Merino Xtra #504 (or color of your choice) 16" Circular knitting needles: US Size 3 and 5 Double pointed knitting needles: US Size 5 Gauge Approx 6 st = 1" in Stockinette St. on #5 needles 1 x 1 Ribbing Every row: *(K1, P1), rep * till end To knit hat: With #3 circular needles, cast on 100 (108) stitches. *[Only for women's size: On the last row before crown shaping. knit to last 2 st, then K2tog - 99 st remain] Shape crown: [Men's - start at R1; Women's - start at R3] *Switch to double pointed needles when necessary. R1(RS): *(K10, K2tog), rep * till end - 99 st rem. Finishing: Divide st equally onto 2 needles (you should have 18 st on each needle). Copyright 2014 NuMei - This pattern may be used for non-commercial personal or guild use.
sehr schön, bald mal stricken (: by woodwoman Mar 22